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Tell Them

Today the Lord was calling in a voice so sweet and low

He said “Son, there’s something special that everyone should know.

It’s really not a secret.  It’s written in my book.

But there are way too many who never take a look.”

 

I asked the Lord how I could help to get to everyone

This world is so enormous.  I’d never get it done

He said “My child it’s simple, just start with that one there

And one by one you will surely make this world aware.

 

So I said “I’ll do it Lord, I’ll take your message out

I’ll speak it in the marketplace.  I’ll travel all about.

Just let me know the words that I should share today”

And then I heard His gentle voice say

 

“Tell them I love them with an everlasting love

Tell them I love them, and I want them here above

I sent my Son to take their place

They’re covered by my endless grace

Tell them I love them, and that should be enough”

 

I said “My Lord, I know it’s true that you have love for me

This world is very skeptical because of what they see

The violence and suff’ring seem to get worse every day

There’s many who blame you for this – then what should I say.”

 

“Tell them I love them with an everlasting love

Tell them I love them, and I want them here above

I sent my Son to take their place

They’re covered by my endless grace

Tell them I love them, and that should be enough”

 

And then He whispered in my ear that many just don’t know

Because we’ve turned our churches into places for a show

The truth that they must make the choice of heaven or of hell

Is something that few preachers are still willing to tell

 

He said “I need the laborers to get out in the field

The harvest is awaiting, and they need someone real

To tell them of this love I have for every single one

I’ve done all that I can do – I sent my only Son”

 

Okay, I got the message Lord, the gospel is enough

I’ll go out into all the world and tell them of your love

That Jesus died to take our sins and wash them all away

That message is more powerful than any words I say

 

I’ll tell them that you love them with an everlasting love

I’ll tell them that you love them, and you want them up above

You sent your Son to take their place

They’re covered by your endless grace

I’ll tell them that you love them, and that should be enough”

Age Does Not Matter

I used to think when I as young that fifty was real old

And now that I am old I think that fifty is quite young

And in that spam of time that’s gone between these years of mine

I’ve come to realize one simple truth

 

It matters not to God if you are young or if you’re old

In His blessed word we see His handiwork unfold

On people of all ages, from seven  to one hundred

A willing heart is all He needs to have

 

So open up your heart today and let the Savior in

Let God have His way with you and a journey will begin

He will take you places that you’ve never been before

Because age does not matter with God

 

 

 

In response to the daily prompt Fifty

Reflection

I look up at the moon and am amazed

At how it reflects the sun

different every day

Sometimes it is full and bright

And other days completely gone

Some days it shows a smile

And other days a frown

 

And I wonder, and ask myself

Is this how I reflect the Son, Jesus Christ?

Some days I shine His light bright

But other days people wonder

If  really am a Christian?

Do I  some days have a bright smile

And other days seem down and out?

 

If my desire is to win souls

and bring in the harvest

I must shine the light of Christ brightly

In every situation.

He is in control of my life

So nothing can go wrong

That He is not prepared for

and will see me through

 

Unlike the moon

which has no say in how it will reflect the sun

I can decide how I will reflect the Son

Help me Lord to shine brightly

So others will be attracted to the light

And give you the glory

 

 

In response to the daily prompt Moon

Get Busy

“What is your will, Lord” I asked Him today
As I knelt down this morning and started to pray
I want to know that I’ll walk in your way
For all the days of my life

“My will is that all will come to know me
Go into all of the world is my plea
Preaching the gospel and setting them free
My will has never changed ”

I bowed my head as I knew I’d done less
I hadn’t been doing His work to my best
And still He had seen that my life was blessed
I praised Him for His sweet grace

He said “Son, I am pleased with your life at this time

You have done a great work, many souls are now mine

Never believe that your light has not shined

Your testimony is sure”

 

“But I know there’s so much more I can do

To bring others along so they can know you

And save them from lives of eternal doom

Why have I been so laid back?”

 

I heard Him smile as He said “That is past

Remember the future is mine, and it lasts

So start today and give me your best

Get busy and preach the word”

 

Child of the King

Only through Christ the blessings flow

Only through Christ will I ever know

The promise from Heaven He bestows

To all who call on His name

 

He bought me at such a great price

By becoming my precious sacrifice

Paying the debt of sin in my life

So that now I am redeemed

 

His blood wiped away all my sin

Now God will never bring it up again

It’s just as if I’d never sinned

Justified by His blood

 

No longer will sickness rule in my life

Because I am healed by the horrible stripes

Now I claim victory when evils rise

Delivered from pain and disease

 

My mind is now free from doubt and fear

The thorns that he wore brought a covering here

Now I can now he will always be near

Peace and Joy flood my life today

 

He opened the way to heaven for me

He calls me His son, and He says I am free

He sets me apart because I believed

Sanctified through the cross

 

He’s there for me in good times or bad

Giving me guidance that I never had

His Holy Spirit shows me His plan

To prosper my life every day

 

From now on I’ll praise Him with all of my heart

I’ll sing out my worship, I’ll never depart

His precious love has set me apart

I am a child of the King

I’ll Turn

If I need a Savior

I’ll turn to my friend

His name is Jesus

He loves to the end

 

If I need a healer

I’ll turn to my Lord

He cares for me

And He heals every sore

 

If I need deliv’rance

I’ll turn to the King

He is the one

Who controls everything

 

If I need direction

I’ll turn to the Word

He has a plan for my life

And it’s good

 

If I need a refuge

I’ll turn to His arms

He’s always there

To keep me from harm

 

If I need correction

I’ll turn to His love

His mercy will triumph

His grace is enough

 

No matter the need

He meets every one

So I’ll trust in Him

And give Him my love

Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow

Yesterday I was a sinner

Lost in the depths of despair

I had no hope

And I could not cope

And I didn’t really care

 

Yesterday hell was my future

I partied all the night long

I didn’t know

That I was so low

Until someone showed I was wrong

 

Then I met Jesus and life took a turn

My sin was all gone and a new life begun

He saved me from hell and turned me around

Now I am standing on solid ground

 

Today I am forgiven

The slate of my life is wiped clean

He died for my sin

Gave me peace within

The greatest gift I’ve ever seen

 

Today heaven’s my future

Eternal life spent with Him

He rose again

Death does not reign

Due to His love I win

 

When I met Jesus, everything changed

He buried my past and showed me His plan

Now all I want is to tell everyone

Their future is better with Jesus the Son

 

Tomorrow life can be different

You don’t have to live in your sin

He gave His life

The supreme sacrifice

So that you could have His joy within

 

Tomorrow, you can know heaven

And the glorious future He’s planned

Accept Him today

Repent and be saved

And forever you’ll dwell in His hand

Here’s Jesus

If it’s kindness you seek, here’s Jesus
There’s no better friend than Him
He’ll hold your hand
And give you a plan
And He’ll take away your sin

If it’s joy that you need, here’s Jesus
His joy is abundant and free
He’ll lift you up 
He’ll fill your cup
With blessings beyond all your dreams

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If it’s peace that you lack, here’s Jesus

He’ll wipe out your doubts and fears

He’ll carry you through

The storms that may brew

And settle you heart through the years

 

Jesus is here

Right by your side

Walking with you every day

So be of good cheer

And in Him abide

His presence will show you the way

 

If it’s love you desire, here’s Jesus

His love is a treasure most pure

It dwells deep inside

And carries my life

Through anything I must endure

 

His mercy and grace are abundant

Amazing beyond all our dreams

I cannot repay

These gifts that He gave

When He sacrificed all on that tree

 

I owe Him my life and my purpose

The least I can do is give praise

For all that He’s done

My victory won

And now every day, here’s Jesus

The Flow

There is a fountain of life

That flows from Calvary’s tree

It comes from God above

And washes over me

But when it hits my heart

It’s not for me to hold

I have an obligation

That others must be told

 

There is a river of hope

That tells me heaven’s my home

There is no doubt of where

I’ll rest when life is o’er

This hope should flow through me

To others that I know

For I am just a vehicle

To bring friends into the fold

 

There is a stream of joy

That flows throughout my heart

It reminds me of the blessings­­­

He does to me impart

These blessings are for everyone

Who call upon His name

So I must share this joy

By giving Him all praise

 

There is a flood of peace

That keeps me safe and warm

It flows from knowing God

Is always on the throne

My friends all need this peace

In this chaotic world

So I must let it flow through me

To touch and make them whole

 

And last there is His love

That flows eternally

It reaches out to everyone

No matter what they be

I must tell all I come to know

Of this great love divine

So the love, joy, peace, hope, life He brings

Will not just stay as mine

My Source

When I thirst I need a fountain

When I am sad I need more joy

When I’m in turmoil peace will comfort me

When I have doubts I turn to faith

When I seem lost I can’t lose hope

When I feel down, love is what I need

 

There are times my life gets dry and hard

I just wallow in the dust

It is in these times the living water flows

You’re my source for strength in battle

As you quench my thirsting soul

I can feel the Holy Spirit in me grow

 

When life brings situations

That bring sadness to my life

I can count on you for overwhelming joy

You’re my source for inspiration

When the burden gets to hard

I can count on you to make my spirit soar

 

In days of great confusion

When I don’t know where to turn

I know that your sweet peace will comfort me

You’re my source for calm assurance

That all things will turn out good

And I’ll rest in the abundance of your peace

 

There are times my doubts take over

And I wonder where to turn

Then I read your word and faith is lifted high

You’re my source for truth and wisdom

In the times I trust my flesh

You renew the faith that gives eternal life

 

In this world of greed and power

It is easy to get turned

From the hope you have instilled within my heart

You’re my source for all the future

I can know heaven’s my home

And forever my abode will not depart

 

Your love is so amazing

Your love is so divine

It sought me out when I was full of sin

You’re me source for loving others

The way that you loved me

Help me, Lord, to keep your love within