Spoken Thoughts
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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
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“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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Life is Fleeting
With each sunrise, may you choose to live fully, knowing “this is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24). Read more
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It’s Time to Move
When one door closes and another opens, are you prepared to move forward, or will you let fear of the unknown hold you back? Change can be scary—this I know, because my life has changed so much over the years. Many of those changes were hard to accept because I was comfortable where I was. Read more
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The Soil of the Heart
We are known by our fruits. Scripture reminds us that the evidence of a person’s heart is revealed not only through their actions but also through their words. What we say reflects the soil of our hearts—the values, beliefs, and priorities that shape who we are within. When we listen closely to others, we begin Read more
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It’s A Process
When you choose to follow Jesus, life doesn’t transform overnight. Change rarely happens rapidly—it unfolds gradually. This walk with Him is a process, and during that process, the enemy loves to attack your mind. He whispers lies to make you believe you’ve chosen the wrong side. He’ll tell you that you must follow a rigid Read more
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Dear Jesus
Dear Jesus, Even as I walk through valleys where shadows cling like night, I do not fear, for You are beside me. My Lord and my Savior, I lift Your name high, for You alone I glorify and adore. Through every rise and fall, You have been my steady place. When darkness presses in, Your 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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Thank You!!
I don’t say this nearly enough, but thank you for walking this journey with me.Thank you for every read, every comment, and for sharing my blog with others. I pray that Spoken Thoughts has been a light to you in some ways. Your continued support, coming back to sit with my words, means a lot 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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“Hope in the Midst of the Storm”
The pain and suffering won’t last forever — there is light at the end of the tunnel. Opening Scripture: “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.” ~Psalm 30:5 (NKJV)~ Devotional Thought: There are seasons in life that feel like an endless rollercoaster — up one moment, down the next, and 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
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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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Table of Lies
You believed the lies of someone you trusted. Now, after learning the truth, what will you do with it? 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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I Am Free
Discovering the freedom that comes from being a follower of Jesus Christ. Chart your own life, they say, Make the decisions that are best for you, they say. Do you they say, Go for what you believe in, they say, You are the author and finisher of your life, they say. You have the right 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
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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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Pouring Empty
We can’t pour into others if we are neglecting ourselves. It’s easy to shut down when you feel drained and are pouring from an empty cup. When going through periods like that, it’s wise to recharge and come back wiser and stronger. We can’t pour into others if we are neglecting ourselves. We can’t be Read more
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Lost in Grief
Until Jesus led me to a healing place. The tear slid down my face as I looked back for the last time. The place that almost defeated me was now in my rearview mirror. Who knew I dared to walk by faith into the unknown? Who knew the woman I’d become once I left the 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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