September 10

Neh. 11-13

As all return to Gods place, we have to remember those former days.

To encourage people to live in, the walls of Jerusalem.

Each are designated to lead , where there was a special need.

To celebrate the wall, that we had needed to install.

Then when Nehemiah was away, people started mixing with world of their day.

When he returned right back , these people even leaders he did bitterly attack.

For we must be pure in the Lord, lessons of past cannot be iignored.

Must recognise and not let intrude, those God designated must exclude.

To cleanse Gods people, so our witness not again become feeble.

Supporting those , who God now chose.

To lead us in singing and praising, as we worship our Lord as King.

Banishing all whose heart, was not with us right from the start.

Remember us Lord with favour, as we follow our Saviour.

Mark 12:28-44

The most important thing to do, is to love God and your neighbour just like you.

To recognise that our Lord, even kings of the past adored.

That when brings things to give shows importance of how we live.

Ps. 78:17-31

As God tested on our desert way. We saw deliverance in every way.

Yet even then when our faith was poor. Jesus was there knocking at our door.

Prov. 23:26-28

My son for your part, just give me your heart.

September 9

Neh. 8-10

We all came together to listen. About our God who took us on a holy mission.

How often we were derailed, as God we so miserably failed.

In despair we now wept , realising Gods ways we had not kept.

Then our Leader did say , you don’t weep but celebrate this day.

Because you have now understood , and are determined to do what is good.

So commemorate again, how God delivered from slavery and pain.

Confessing all we had done wrong , yet knowing to God we did belong.

We broke out then in praise, realising how God had forgiven our ways.

Had led us through all our life , though hardship, disappointment and strife.

For Gods word has been shown to be true , whenever we try something new.

Despite sometimes seeking gods, that were totally at odds.

With all that we knew , about how we should worship you.

So then once again we were slaves , because of how our nation behaves.

Lord we again promise to , serve and follow you.

To vow before our Lord , to again live in accord.

Fulfilling you perfect will , in helping the hurting poor and ill.

Mark 12:13-27

When hypocrites come and question, devious in their suggestion.

That secular rulers of the land , have no right our tax to demand.

Jesus says says since when , have you not honoured them.

How about honouring Him , who you claim dwells within.

Then when they arrogantly claim, If things are just the same.

In heaven as on earth, how ridiculous to talk of new birth.

Jesus said because you refuse to believe, my truth you cannot receive.

Ps. 78:9-16

The follows of the Lord fled , because of the life they now led.

Forgetting all he had done , the victories he had won. I could name each one.

Prov. 23:22-25

Listen to those who went before. Their wisdom you should never ignore.

September 8

Nehemiah. 5-7

Though vocation was to lead, l still saw people in need.

Saw those in distress , because the rich did oppress.

Demanded that they give back , or themselves would be under attack.

Then they felt bound , to turn their life around.

For they could see , that was my philosophy.

Then opposition. Made this supposition.

That l was up to no good. That what l was doing would be misunderstood.

But I just ignored . For I could not afford.

To stop the work l was doing. , despite their attempts at wooing.

Me away from what l was doing The wall and my defences renewing.

Then I remembered those who had all returned , to where their freedom had once been earned.

Then we all gathered together , to understand Gods word so much better.

Mark 12:1-12

Jesus told this story , to illustrate , that the King of glory.

Established a place of his own , where his glory would be known.

But the leaders he choose , deliberately set out to oppose.

Until the King said I am going to see , if they at last now will bow the knee.

All even respect my Son , despite all they have previously done.

But even that had no effect, as my loving Son they did reject.

But my King would show goodwill, even when his Son they did kill.

Still religious leaders did elect, Gods purpose to reject.

Ps. 78:1-8

We must all listen to the stories of the past , to explain and help our faith last.

Stories that tell of Gods might, that sometimes go out of sight.

For they are there to teach. Each new generation to reach.

That they don’t make , the same old mistake.

Prov. 23:19-21

Listen to be wise, before faith in you dies.

September 7

Nehemiah 1-4

When l hear my brothers are in distress, I cry to the Lord and confess.

Those walls that were renown , have come tumbling down.

My fault, my fault, my so grievous a fault, Please Lord into my wounds it poors salt.

The King I serve asks what’s happening , What is it that is so saddening.

I fearfully then plead, can you help me in my need.

He then turns and says you are free, much to the disgust of my enemy.

To rebuild the temple of the Lord, that its former glory can be restored.

When I finally I get there, the people of the Lord are totally unaware.

As I look and survey , the state of of gates on the walls of today.

Then they understand that under the Lords care, they each have their own gate to repair.

Despite the scoffs of all those, who our heart felt mission totally oppose.

When they ask the question , l say I follow my Gods direction.

We are determined to build our wall, that long ago in disgrace did fall.

While building we had to defend, from beginning to the very end.

The city of our God we still work on so in diligently, despite the threat of the enemy.

Mark 11:27-33

When they question by whose authority, do you pass judgment on what you see. Ask do you believe the body of Christ alone sets the world free.

They then scratch their head. For they want to please their world instead.

Say they are not really sure. Revealing their motive is not pure.

So why should I answer them, they have a quite different problem.

Ps. 27

For Gods answer is so complete, the light of the world always at my feet.

Protect me from all danger, from friends or total stranger.

Though seem totally surrounded, their opposition was confounded.

By the will of the Lord , who they seem to have ignored.

For I will not him deny , as l held my head up high.

For l will never lack, for the Lord has my back.

Teach me Lord so it is evident, that in you alone l am confident.

Prov. 23:16-18

Everything in me will one day celebrate. For I know the Lord alone controls my fate.

Sept 6

Ps 23:1. Is. 40:11. John. 10:11

The Lord is my shepherd , he gives everything I need, Like the sheep depends on the shepherd, protects and find where to feed.

Holds me close to his stout heart , gently for sees vulnerability right from the start.

Even as any good shepherd would be , to sacrifice his own life, for a weak sheep like me.

September 5

Colossians. 3-4

Since Christ is your focus, no need to worry about the worlds hocus pocus.

Thinking about the things of heaven, not about world’s worries that disturb like leaven.

For you have died to this life, Christ alone will suffice.

For the day will one day come , when that is the focus of everyone.

So put to death those things that at present , they need to be so obviously absent.

Get rid of this in your behaviour , be renewed by Christ your Saviour.

Since Christ chose you , to be an example in all you do.

The peace of your heart, reveals just how smart.

For the riches that Christ gives, shown by the way a christian lives

Reveals so much more, than God is a God of law.

When we are totally satisfied, Christ’s sovereignty not denied.

That you can always pray, reveal the mysteries of God in this day.

Be proactive, let your conversations be attractive.

Surrounded by good friends, each one also sends.

Goodwill and greetings to you all, for to me their blessings are so reliable.

Mark. 11:12-26

When Jesus sees the fig tree, that its fruit is not satisfactory.

Like the temple of the Lord, whither then dies because fruitfulness has been ignored.

But even then, when as faithful men.

You pray that mountain be gone, trusting the God to whom you belong.

It will flee before me , be cast into the sea.

Ps. 112

Blessed are those who Gods will is their delight, they will see his power and might.

Everyone shall come to see, Gods Spirit abides in me.

Never to feel forsaken, my faith continually making.

Others whose lives feel so vexed , no longer feeling so perplexed.

Christ who abides in me, for them no longer a mystery.

Prov. 23:14-15

The rod of discipline, needed to defeat wilful sin.

September 4

Colossians 1-2

Our faith in Christ Jesus , totally now frees us.

By Gods wonderfull grace , he changed all future days.

Producing the good fruit, patience and endurance. To go the distance that suit.

For to Christ we call, who existed long before all.

He the original creator, Now opens a new door.

Through his blood on the cross , we are no longer at a loss.

Holy and blameless. Now Jesus the Christ can bless.

Through my suffering too, may he my faith renew.

As Christ helps in my walk, and inspires when I talk.

That many might see the plan, God has for every man.

Let no one be able to deceive, all that you have come to believe.

For it is Christ you belong, faith in him makes you strong.

There will always be a few , who will try to argue.

Obeying the law , means so much more.

When it is through Christ alone . God is truly known.

You were absolutely dead before , now you have so much more.

So don’t let them condemn , they are just self- righteous men.

For it is Christ that holds all together. Don’t go down that track, never.

For you too have died, as the thinking of the world you laid aside.

For Christ is so much more, it is though him you win the war.

Mk. 11:1-11

Before he went on to Jerusalem, Jesus sent us to solve a problem.

A donkey to ride on was needed, Amazing how easily succeeded.

Then we were on a roll, as dressed that donkey for its role.

Jesus then climbed aboard , we all shouted hosanna hosanna to the Lord.

Blessing on he who does come, for he is destined to bless everyone.

When Jesus arrived the temple he found, he had a good look all around.?

Ps. 20.

In times of trouble may the Lord hear your cry. When all your hopes seem about to die.

May Jesus save you from all harm ,when you raise the alarm.

May he look favourably on your desire. , and pull you out of the mire.

Remembering all you have done, in supporting most everyone.

May I shout for joy at the victory , Jesus has achieved through me.

For it is through him alone, that my victory becomes known.

While others will fall, as their own resources stall.

Prov. 23:10-12

Don’t cheat your neighbour , and bring dishonour to you Saviour.

September 3

Josh. 22-24

Finally the world has seen , what following Jesus does mean.

Each in our own way, serving the Lord on this day.

Having an altar that will remind me and you. That we will always have the same world view.

Our desire to put Jesus first , to recognise what is cursed.

That we might continue to fight. In the power of the Holy Spirits might.

So we can be completely free, of Satan the enemy.

As we each go to our place of rest , knowing we have passed the test.

Mark 10:35-52

Each of us come to Jesus , wanting him to make us leaders.

But then the Lord does say, this is not my followers way.

For as you see what the rulers of the world do, this cannot be like you too.

For those leaders I call , must be the servant of all.

And don’t ever ignore, the desperate cry of the poor.

Jesus says bring them here to me, I will show you how the blind can see.

For then their joy in the Lord, just cannot be ignored.

Ps 142

To the Lord I cry out, my heart is still full of doubt.

I feel so lonely , Nobody cares really.

About the prison I’m in, I can’t escape this old body I live in.

Prov. 23:7-9

What the false teach, has no impact on outreach.

September 2

Joshua. 19-21

As the land was made free, each was given their own territory.

To call their very own , forever to be known.

Theirs to live on, where they do belong

Some to serve in a special way, some inherited from a former day.

All joined together as one, worshiping Father , Spirit and Son.

Mark. 10:23-34

Yet how hard it is for the rich , desire for more money that never ending itch.

But the Lord opens a door, that even the rich cannot ignore.

God invites them in, As they realise their sin.

To give up old aspirations, and fleshly inspirations.

As they follow him, who now seems so awesome.

While those who live in fear, don’t come too near.

Especially when they hear, the cost spelt out so clear.

Ps. 111

I thank the Lord with all my heart , that I can gather and be a part.

Of those who have been set free, to worship his glory and majesty.

To remember and rejoice, as we listen to the Lords voice.

Forever it is true when obey with integrity. Amazing what the Lord does for me.

For to really know him, is the beginning of all wisdom.

Prov. 23:4-6

Riches that seem endearing, end up just so wearing.

September 1

Josh. 16-19

Each are given, a land to live in.

To possess and conquer, to defend as a believer.

Jesus gave , we must be brave.

To know true delight , must defeat the last Canaanite.

Now it is your land , both man and women to command.

Mk 10:13-22

Children can come to Jesus , so often to show us.

How dependent we can be , confident he can give victory.

When we think we are as good, as any in the neighbourhood.

One thing you have not done , sold your possessions you depend on

No longer so glad, many possessions always had.

Ps 103:13-22

The Lord is like a dad to me, I’m so weak undeniably

Though one day all is gone, I know to whom I belong.

A new heaven and earth, where there will be new birth.

Prov. 23-1-3

When world likes us , don’t forget Jesus.