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A Psalm of Light and Deliverance
O Lord, You are my light in the darkness, my guide when the way is hidden.When I stumble and cannot see my path,You go before me and make my steps sure. I will bless You at all times,for You knew me before I was formed.You numbered my days, ordained my steps,and knew every valley I Read more
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“Letting You Go”
The light of love and hope has always been my strength, and I needed it more than ever as I watched you take your last breath. We believed in forever, never imagining how quickly our time would be taken from us. I knew I had to let you go, but my heart refused to accept Read more
CharWrites, Death, Emotions, Grief, Life, Loss, Love, Memories, Pain, Poem, poetry, Relationships, Short Poems, Spoken Thoughts, Storms, Suffering -
“God Says, I Got You”
There is something deeply reassuring about hearing the words “I got you” from someone you trust. Those simple words can settle our hearts, calm our fears, and remind us that we are not alone. In the same way, God desires for us to rest in the confidence of His presence and protection. Throughout Scripture, He… Read more
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The Seventh Year
I have the urge to quit, but I understand that the only way to overcome this is to let grief run its course. Read more
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Why Did You Leave?
I was left without a clue, waiting for you to show me who I was supposed to be. How could you leave me defenseless in a world where I was the prey? You were meant to be my protector, but the only one you protected was yourself. For so long, I hated you for leaving. Read more
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The Journey Ahead
Traveling down a curving road, With no destination in mind, Surrounded by trees in fall’s embrace. Dread fills me as I keep driving forward, For the unknown stirs a hesitant fear. Yet I cast it down and press ahead, Knowing this journey will bring its ups and downs. And though I’m equipped to face them Read more
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Lighthouse
I was adrift at sea,my boat tossed by tumultuous waves.No end in sight, it seemed,as I fought to navigate through the darkness. Tears streamed down my faceas hopelessness spread throughout my body.My mind screamed, there is no way out—this is where my life will end. But as that thought raced through my mind,I knew I Read more
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One Day the Sun Will Shine Again
One day, the sun will shine again.This heaviness will lift,and the weight upon my heart will grow lighter.I know these dark days will not last forever,for Your light, Lord, always breaks through the night. Therefore, I will stand still—anchored in the strength You have given me—to hold fast to Your Word, even when I cannot Read more
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He Found Me
This world is lonely. Where is everyone? No one understands my pain. The ones who should love me are silent. It’s cold here—no arms to hold me, no shelter from the storm. I want to run, escape, be free from the weight within. But there is nowhere to run. Then in the stillness, a voice Read more
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Bittersweet November
November drifts in, carrying the scent of you—soft as memory, heavy as loss. Some days, the sky feels too blue, and I wander through the echoes of everything we once were. I try not to think of you, but the heart is stubborn—it keeps the cold, the warmth, and the way your name once felt Read more
CharWrites, Emotions, Grief, Healing, Journey, Life, Loss, Love, Memories, November, Poem, poetry, Relationships, Spoken Thoughts, Widow -
I Love You, Abba
Sharing the love I have for God is something I do openly with everyone. It’s hard at times using my words to describe the love I have for God, but I’ve tried my best with this poem. Read more
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Finish Line
My faith baton, which I placed in Jesus, required me to endure life’s struggles while holding tight to it. My aim was to complete my race, as I was certain that Jesus would be waiting for me at the finish line. Read more
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Got Faith?
Do you have faith in Him when the path seems impassable? Do you have faith in Him when there is not a speck of food to sustain your loved ones? Do you have faith in Him amidst a looming foreclosure or a crumbling marriage? Do you attempt to orchestrate your miracles, or do you surrender Read more
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Jesus Is My Strength
In my time of weakness, Jesus gives me the strength to endure. Sometimes, I feel like crying when things seem stacked against me. I dwell in a stressful place, heavily desiring to give up. The people you expect to be there for you suddenly aren’t. You feel hopeless, abandoned, and confused. No one truly grasps Read more
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Obedience
Lord, I have been following your instructions, but there are times when I feel like you have left me. Father God, I followed your instructions and moved, yet I feel like you have forsaken me. Even though I know you wouldn’t never leave nor forsake me, I still feel utterly alone as I walk in Read more
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Hope In Jesus
In the midst of trials and tribulations, Jesus, you are my hope. Although the situation appeared different from what I imagined, Lord, you faithfully created a pathway. A considerate and compassionate gesture I did not anticipate has shown me that you still respond to prayer. As I reflected on how deeply these challenges were distressing Read more
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Broken Connection
You were here one minute and gone the next, leaving me wondering where we went wrong. Back-to-back banter used to be our thing until you suddenly became quiet. The connection we shared was undeniably real. Did we rush into something too soon? I have many unanswered questions, but you are not here to answer. Do Read more
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Wise Counsel
What I want may not be in my best interest; therefore I seek wisdom from the one who knows me best. The nights fill with a haunting longing as I yearn for what could have been. Deep down, I know separating is the right choice, but my heart refuses to release its grip on you. Read more
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The Chosen
My childhood provided me with the skills to climb, regardless of any obstacles that came my way. It is my belief that God used my childhood to prepare me for the journey ahead. I was merely a child, unaware of my purpose, yet my early years were marked by immense difficulties. It seemed that everything Read more
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The Goodness of God
It radiates through my life as I remember all the times God has guided me through every aspect of my life. As I sit on the back porch, watching the wind blow the leaves off of the tree, I am reminded of your goodness. The goodness you bestow upon me because I am yours. I Read more
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Your Love
Is my reason for surrendering my life to you and following you, Jesus. The trajectory of my life has been positively impacted by your love. You love me unconditionally and request only one thing from me. Why do I find it so difficult to offer my entirety to you? You know my flaws, challenges, moods, Read more
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Was it Worth It, Jesus?
You made the ultimate sacrifice by dying on the cross for our sins, knowing that many will still not accept you. You ask that we confess with our mouths that you are God’s son and died for our sins. You ask for our obedience to your teachings. You ask us to rely on faith rather Read more
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The Little Ones
Our children’s safety is of utmost importance and must be safeguarded at all costs. Give them back to God, for He knows the plans He has for them. Their minds are so impressionable and easy to influence, Yet the power within is keeping them shielded. They are protected. Little do they know He has sent Read more
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STOP
The time has come to stop running and face the pain. The healing process needs to start now. Stop running!!! It is not beneficial. It is only prolonging the inevitable, You must face the pain. There’s no healing if you don’t stop to feel all that’s bottled up on the inside of you. You don’t Read more
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My Temple (Short Poems)
By realizing the value of who God created me to be, I have changed the way I treat my temple. “Desires” I am determined to avoid following a path that doesn’t align with my true purpose despite my desires, I will not let my desires cloud my judgment and lead me to believe you are Read more
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Thoughts of You
A heart filled with gratitude for love after a loss. As I started my day, you came across my mind. How could I not think of you daily when you have captured my heart completely? I have not been one to trust in love easily, yet somehow, you came along and gained my trust. I Read more
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Source of Light
To lead me out of the darkness. Beneath the overcast clouds, a glimmer of light catches my eye. This light serves as a reminder that difficult times will eventually pass. During my most challenging moments, this light acts as my guide. As I enter your presence, I am met with the illuminating light. No matter Read more
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Until We Meet Again
Although death is unavoidable, it still leaves a gap in your heart when you lose someone you love. Read more
Death, Emotions, Friendship, Grief, Life, Loss, Love, Pain, Poem, poetry, Relationships, Short Poems, Spoken Thoughts, Suffering -
There’s Purification in Isolation
Spending time alone with God in isolation is beneficial for growth. It’s more than isolation. It’s a place of pruning and planting you for what’s ahead, This place may feel uncomfortable at times, but here is where growth takes place. A place where God uses those quiet moments to speak with you. A place where Read more
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Hope for September
A new month for new beginnings New day. New month. New beginnings. I pray this month is filled with teachable moments that lead you to the best version of yourself. May you smile more and worry less when presented with new challenges. May you possess the courage to persist, regardless of any obstacles that may Read more
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The Promise
Father God, I am grateful to have been guided to this place filled with peace, transformation, progress, and a deeper understanding of your role in my life. Read more
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You Won’t Ever Get To Know Me
They won’t remember the old me anymore, because my personality has changed; maybe they will now see that I have grown, and those qualities have been buried. Read more
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Who Has Your Ear?
So many sheep they now lead to the slaughter because the shepherd they chose to follow isn’t aligned with the teachings of Christ. Read more
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When Life Becomes Bleak
You must find the strength to keep pushing forward . Life is one of those things that keep giving unexpected situations without you asking for them, Life has unexpected moments that have me grasping at straws, It has moments where the sun will not always shine. Moments where despair seems relentless, There are times when Read more
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Love and Loss
Finding peace in knowing that death is near When the war is over, And we’ve conquered all… Blood is the deep-set foundation of human life A month that once felt so long now feels okay, like I’m ready to face it. Ready to take my time and drift in it the wading of time and Read more
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The Four- Letter Word
That is often misunderstood. It flows freely from me, Refreshing all who receive it, It’s a powerful blessing, one that needs to be shared, It’s something to give without inspecting anything in return. I give it freely because it’s not for me to hold onto, It’s a gift that keeps giving no matter the pain Read more
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Nature Is Calling
And I have answered the call. “The Call of Nature” As I get older, the call of nature seems to be a beacon to me, When I am in your creation, I am at peace. It’s like I am floating in a bubble of solitude, My thoughts become clearer. My worries disappear, and I Read more
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Oasis of Peace
As the sounds of the waves bring me inner peace Turn the page into an oasis of freedom Of patience Of joy It’s all so quiet in the present And I like that I love the calm I love the breeze that is so gentle, gracefully touching my face As the water tickles my feet Read more
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A Ray of Light
She was my guide who showed me the meaning of love She was the light I never knew I needed. Right after I first met her, Something in me attached itself to her presence. She was friendly and showed me love. Her home was one of my safe havens. She introduced me to her adorable Read more
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When Writing from the Heart
Is it a blessing or a curse? You have words begging to be bled out on paper, yet you feel no one would understand. You have had your share of trials and tribulations, yet will anyone comprehend how much you endured? You only want to help others who may have experienced the same thing as Read more
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We Must Choose Today
Time is of the essence, and who knows when our time will expire. Being torn between two worlds Dancing with the ways of the world while seeking a connection with God. Being labeled as lukewarm and acknowledging its truth Struggling to make a decision on which side to align with It is impossible to follow Read more
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See you Later
I will always cherish the memories of you until I see you again. My dear friend, you took flight without me knowing, I wish I were there to bid you farewell. Hearing the news of your sudden passing took me by surprise. You answered the call before I got the chance to see you again. Read more
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The Battle Is Not Mine
Learning to rely on God during life’s most brutal battles Have you ever fought a battle you weren’t prepared for, a battle that seemed to leave you defeated and withdrawn? I have had battles like that, and I wanted to wave the white flag in defeat, but then I remembered that I didn’t have to Read more
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Just One of Those Days
When I can’t see clearly. My heart is heavy, and so are my tears, but I won’t allow the fear of the unknown to derail my journey. No two days are the same, and there is no one to blame. As my time spent with you ignited the flame of believing that you are always Read more
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Why Not You?
Was the response I received from God Confusion sat heavily upon my chest as I asked, Why me? Why must I carry this cross placed on me, Jesus? Did you know that I was strong enough to carry the weight of loss, pain, and suffering? Because I didn’t know. I cried out to you for Read more
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The Second Coming
We might not know the time or the hour, but we know Jesus will return. Hope that lies within Springs forth as the world ends We all knew this day would come Are you prepared to leave all you love behind? There is nothing to fear if you believe in Jesus, for with Him, all Read more
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As The World Spins
Don’t take your eyes off Jesus, for He is the only one to see us through. “Repentance.”The world is crying,while destruction is taking place.Mayhem is here, knocking everything it touches down.Natural disasters are occurring everywhere, leaving people distraught. Some end in death. A house divided can not stand. Yet, division is leading the charge.Everything seems Read more
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Haven of Love
My safe place with you. Who knew this place would become the road that led to our union? A place that spoke to every part of us. It was a haven with our names carved into it. In this place, there was no judgment as our vulnerabilities were shared. Our place is where dreams are Read more
Spoken Thoughts 