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The Shepherds

December 6, 2024 When I ponder what this Christmas season truly means to me,In my heart I cherish stories, it’s not just a Christmas tree.I like the lights and ornaments and all the Christmas songs,But I know the Christ in … Continue reading

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Blessings and Joy

November 28, 2024 I pray as we count all our blessings this yearRemembering loved ones, some no longer here,Our friends and our family, new people we’ve met,Take time to give thanks for them all don’t forget. Let your heart fill … Continue reading

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Holiday Focus

October 30,2024 Lately lines have seemed to slow,Exactly why I do not know.Sometimes words form into a rhyme,It doesn’t really take much time. But lately I’ve been focusingOn holidays and what they bring,As I prepare some rhymes to share,Those to … Continue reading

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Pause and Replenish

October 21, 2024 It doesn’t come easy that view from the top,Sometimes a big obstacle forces a stop.I have to take time for a rest, a delay,Replenish my soul while God shows me the way. Sometimes on the journey the … Continue reading

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Seek Light

October 16, 2024 Lord help me not lower my standards today,May I follow Your footsteps as You lead the way.If I slowly give way to the pressures of sin,If my hearing grows dull to Your Spirit within, And I find … Continue reading

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Passing Time

October 12, 2024 I shouldn’t write a rhyme today,As I don’t have that much to say.Perhaps jot down a few short linesJust sipping coffee, passing time. I took a walk before first lightBefore the sunrise ends the night.The acorns crunch, … Continue reading

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Unpredictable

October 11, 2024 When life seems unpredictable, accident prone,God’s never surprised and He’s still on the throne.He’s brought me through trials and troubles before,I know I can trust Him to get me through more. If I just trust Him, He’ll … Continue reading

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Know His Love

September 18, 2024 Lord flow through my pen from my heart with Your words,Lifting, encouraging others once heard.May others see You as I lift up Your name.May they know they are loved, they’re the reason You came. Lord feed hungry … Continue reading

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Wind in My Sails

September 16, 2024 Lord breathe on my sails, or my boat will just drift.Lord billow my spinnaker, give it a lift.Help steer my rudder lest I go astray.Help me see clearly as You show the way. The waters are vast, … Continue reading

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Christians Sharing Poetry

A new monthly virtual event begins October 1st to bring together Christians who write, read, or just enjoy listening to poetry from Christian poets. Stay tuned for further detains. Blessings, John Alexander

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