July 26 Sunday. power

Eze. 37:1-14 Mth. 27:50-53 Eph 1:18-21

When l see nothing but dry dead bone. Christ says look to me alone.

Says speak and they will come alive, I am your Lord you don’t have to strive.

So I spoke a positive word, that all those dry bones heard.

Alive they stood on their feet, I knew then all my hopes God could meet.

Then I remembered again, when crucified and in great pain.

Jesus gave over his own will, so God could his purpose fulfil.

The old religion could now be ignored , relationship with him was restored.

Then shocked and shaken to see, those old saints there with me.

Now I pray my heart be flooded with light, then see before me the Lords power and might.

That l can hold onto my glorious inheritance. Understanding that in every instance.

My God is a above every other power, he watches over me every hour.

I believe so no longer left to wonder, For my Lord is seated in the place of honour.

July 25

Ezra. 6-8

Like Ezra I am amazed, that our God is never fazed.

By the troubles of mine, that things turn out just fine.

Though some always will oppose, my King had chose.

To supply all my needs, as the Holy Spirit leads.

What would seem insurmountable. Christ is for all accountable.

The Eucharist is so we, are reminded how he rescued me.

So that Lord we can glorify you, in everything we are about to do

For others have now come to see, how the God of heaven provides for me

Then they are left in no doubt, they too should be there to help out.

Oh Lord how good you are, you have brought all of us from afar.

To dedicate our temple again, To glorify your holy name.

Mth. 28:11-20

The risen Christ some chose, to deliberately oppose.

Even though we also had some doubt, Jesus came and told us all about

The authority he had been given, to help in this new life we live in.

To baptise to teach and to obey, everything the Spirit does say.

Ps. 42:6-11

Lord deeply discouraged I am, it seems l am in such a jamb.

The tsunami waves of the storm, have left me alone and forlorn.

But each day l feel the love, as l pray to my God above.

Who sees the trouble I’m in, to my rock I keep clinging.

Even though I now worry and sigh, he will be with me to the day I die.

Prov. 19:15-17

It is the way,

you fill the day,

makes life gay.

July 24

Ezra. 3-5

Gods edifice of ancient renown, now completely broken down.

But good men started to rebuild, so Gods temple could again be filled.

With the people God chose, even though others did oppose.

The work did not stop that day. Despite what the enemy did say.

While it did for awhile falter. They were determined never to alter.

The re-establishment of Gods temple, although strong opposition made them tremble.

Mth. 28:1-10

We woke this depressing morn, hearts feeling all forlorn.

Then when arrive at the burial place, meet Gods messenger face to face.

Told Jesus has risen, go tell others his mission.

Is to go before them, for they are Gods men.

Do not be afraid, for I have a plan outlaid.

Ps. 42:1-5

As the deer pants for water, my determination will never falter.

To come into the presence of the Lord, where his kingdom is restored.

Despite what others say, l know this is the Lords way.

Walking with the people of God, though at first it may seem odd.

And my heart feel sad,l know one day l will be glad.

Prov. 19:12-14

When feeling in demise. Jesus comes, to our surprise.

July 23

Ezra. 1-2

Lord did restore, as was prophesied before.

The people told to return, with riches they never did earn.

Each to do what God did ask. A monumental task.

Many people went, all with the leaders God sent.

Everybody that was known, to have claimed God as their own.

Each making this decision , to fulfil Gods special mission.

To build once again , the temple destroyed by sins stain.

Mth. 27:57-66

Amazing as it is to see, who Lord uses to prove to me.

Who had in the main, not shown to honour Jesus’s name.

Who now honoured him, who they secretly believed in.

To roll out a heavy stone, that would forever be shown.

God will haves his way, despite the leaders of today.

While the women watched on, with much to ponder upon.

Ps. 1

The joys of those who stick at it, and don’t follow the paths of the wicket.

But delight in Gods law, that they now cannot ignore.

Like trees that water does renew, they proper in all they do.

While the wicked are destroyed. Gods people blessing have now enjoyed

Prov. 19:9-11

Those who do wrong, Gods blessings withdrawn from.

July 22

Zephaniah. 1-3

The day will surely come, when a righteous holy God will judge everyone.

Repent while you can, you unrighteous man.

For there is no people who have truly done right, in our Gods sight.

From those who did always oppose , to Gods children he chose.

All people went their own way, right up to this very day.

But there will be the individual , who Gods will fulfil.

A remnant that God will save, because they did behave.

Who Jesus dwells within, restored and blessed by him

Mth. 27:45-56

Like when Christ died on the cross, our whole world a disastrous loss.

Cry unto the Lord oh where? Why aren’t you here?

But then my whole world he does shake, from this disaster l awake.

The curtain is torn, I see my hope reborn.

As l see I’m in company, with the saints who went before me.

As many watch on, wondering if I have really won.

Ps 65

Praise awaits you oh Lord, forever worshiped and adored.

For we have only won, because of all that you have done.

What a disaster we were in, our world was full of sin.

Blessed are those you choose, they have believed the good news.

For you are our only hope , in this world we now can cope.

We should make quite a fuss, as we see you bless us.

Prov. 19:5-8.

When we feel all a disaster , look to Jesus our master.

July 21

2Tim. 1-4

The amazing Paul’s story, who only focused on Gods glory.

Though a prisoner for Christ, in everything he still did fight.

For Gods kingdom, that all men in Christ would be one.

Though feeling alone, determined to make known.

That Christ is risen, though he is in prison.

For God has not filled us with timidly and fear, for his power , love, and self- control l wear.

Don’t be ashamed of him, who your faith abides in.

For you know all Christ has done, the victories he has won.

Ever though feel so weary, I know Christ still cares for me.

So hold onto what you know is true, so that Gods good works can be shown through you.

Though so many friends have deserted me, some still help independently.

Know you will probably suffer too, because of what for Christ you do.

But in the very end of life, we are released from this world of strife.

As you too stand firm, you will one day earn.

As you always shy, away from what makes the Spirit die.

For if in anything we lack, the devil will set a trap.

To entice you away, in this the last day.

For in others you will see. That they deservedly.

Come to such grief, because of their wrongful belief.

You must always endure, with a faith and life that is pure.

Doing what is right. for it is for Christ daily we fight.

I know it is a real struggle , as others constantly burst our bubble.

But I have friends still here, who are not filled with fear.

Though the the world around them, is filled with uncaring men.

Mth. 27:33-44

Christ on the cross suffered too, we see what his enemies do.

Offer him bitter vinegar, his dignity and body scar.

Scoffing they delightfully, said what is in it for me.

Saying the King of the Jews , has received his dues.

Surrounded by those, who violently did oppose.

He hung lonely there, seemed not loved no one near.

Ps. 14

Only fools say there is no God, you who believe are strange just odd.

No one does what is good, in the neighbourhood.

But even then God will protect, those he does select.

Prov. 19:1-4

Make my priority, to see Christs life in me.

July 20

1Tim. 4-6

In these last days, the world still denies Gods ways.

Even the believers will have rules, that make us look like fools.

But don’t waste time arguing about these. Search for truth and never cease.

To use the gift you have been given, in the particular scene you live in.

Helping all those who, are not as fortunate as you.

Always being aware, some are not necessarily under your care.

Supporting those , leaders God chose.

Careful who you promote, who lead because of your vote.

That they live in accord, to the ways of the Lord.

As even as slaves should do, their masters too.

Some will say why, should I to myself die.

Because true godliness is meant, to bring total contentment.

When seek riches in other things, only sadness and problems brings.

So you must persevere , for the coming of the Lord is near.

Trust in God alone, that his glory in heaven may be known.

Guard you heart as you believe, then Gods promise you will receive.

Mth. 27:27-32

When others mock you, remember how they mocked Jesus too.

Crucified him, who there was no fault in.

Made one who did on-look. Carry the cross as they took.

Christ our Lord away, for it was their day.

Ps. 146.

I will praise the Lord forever, I am determined to never.

Put confidence in what the powerful say, as l seek only to live Gods way.

Their ideas will fade out, and in the end there will be no doubt.

Our God cares for those , who the world seems to oppose.

That our only hope is , our faith in Jesus.

Prov. 18:23-24

By their actions I will see, who the real friends are to me.

July 19 Sunday

Mth 5:20. 2Cor 4:8-1. Roms. 12:14

When persecuted for doing right ,you will be blessed in Gods sight.

With troubles come galore, Jesus has known this also before.

As we share in his strife , he becomes part of our life.

So though men persecute you, say may God bless you too.

July 18

1Tim:1-3

Listen to what Gods word says, it should govern all of your ways,

If you are a true disciple of mine. Don’t spend all of your time.

Discussing law and theory, Christ says just concentrate on me.

Live a life that is wholesome, so you are seen as a righteous one.

Despite what you have been, the grace of God can be seen.

For it is in faith you behave, to honour Christ who did save.

That wherever you see a need. You might be qualified to lead.

So that all people might see. The God who to them is mystery.

Mth. 27:11-26

Like Jesus we are on trial. Others still accuse all the while.

Nothing you can say to them, who are such deceitful men.

Even those who deep down know, are afraid that they might show.

Sympathy for me, though in authority.

They too now condemn, to satisfy the views of evil men.

Ps. 140

Lord rescue me from people, whose hearts dwell on what’s evil.

For you God previously rescued me, from all my troubles you set me free.

Do not let them now have their own way. They refuse to follow what they know you say.

Though their lives will finish disastrously, may your goodness be shown to me.

Prov. 18:21-22

What you now say, controls your day.

July 17

Nahum. 1-3

The Lord is so strong, he will destroy the enemy throng.

Though powerful in our sight, they cannot stand against his might.

Destroys all who evil propose, and the people of God oppose.

The power that now earth rules, will one day look like fools.

In heaven and the world’s eyes, as their control falters and dies.

Mth. 27:1-10

When it seems the power does belong, to the powerful that do wrong.

That the faithful on the day, Turn and Jesus then betray.

Nobody is there, That seems to really care.

What does it all mean? This is a disaster it would seem.

Ps. 133

What blessing for you , when others also knew.

The blessing of the Lord, and live in accord.

With your and Gods views, it feels such good news.

Prov. 18:17-20

Arguments wisdom can overcome. To the satisfaction of everyone.