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Touch...and believe!

the feel of fine silk
the bark of the birch
the cool running water
my toes in the sand

her soft flowing hair
his muscular frame
the feet of an infant
the small of her back

the coat of the husky
the fur of the kitten
the skin of the boa
the soft tiny gerbil

the Bible in leather
the thin delicate page
the hug from my brother
the tears on my cheek

"Many believe in just what they can see,
or can hold in the palm of their hand.
But true faith requires much more of me,
if I choose to fit in with His plan."

Letting GoHelp me let go.
Let me unclench my hand
so you can take it in yours.
Let me empty myself
to be filled with you
and have room for your gifts,
for blessings poured down on me.

Without you
all my gain is loss.
With you
all my loss is gain.
You alone
are all I need.
You alone
can satisfy.
You alone
are my supplier,
my helper,
my Father
never forsaking me.

Help me let go.
Let me unclench my hand.
Let me make room for you
in this heart of mine,
and room for your blessings
more precious than gold.
For all other things
are dung and dross
compared to the riches
I can find in you.

The power of wordsBeloved, words are very powerful. I used them to create a universe; I use them to guide and console my people. I use them to lift you up and keep you strong.
Words can help heal or wound and destroy. King Herod used his recklessly, wanting to show off in front of his guests. And his rash and prideful promise cost my servant John his life.
Though your circumstances today are diffrent from Herod's, take time and consider how you've wielded your word's lately. Have they been a sword or sothing balm? Have they built others up or torn others down?
I've entrusted you with the power or words, and I ask you to use it carefully, my child. Words sp

Leave judgment to meThe world is full of sin. It seems like at every turn you see people bent on corruption-disregarding my laws, acting deceitfully, behaving immorally.
Child, it is easy to point the finger at someone else's sin. It is tempting to condemn others for the evil they've done. But I urge you: don't be quick to judge. That is my job. I alone am holy. I alone can see into a person's heart. I alone know their motives.
I judge with wisdom and with justice. I judge with love. When I judge, I do not do it to point a finger or condemn. My desire is that everyone will come to me, repent, and turn from their sin.
Remember that I love you even when you fai

A part of lifeEmotions are a part of my being. I feel joy and gladness. I experience happiness and delight, love and compassion. But I am also deeply moved by your pain, and I grieve with you that the sin in the world has caused so much suffering.
Precious child, you can come to me with your feelings, whatever they are. I understand the tidal wave of emotions that engulf your spirit. I am aware of the ache in your soul. I recognize your hurting heart-for mine is bleeding too. I am full of tenderness and compassion for you.
Emotions are a part of life. You do not need to deny them to try to smother them. Bring me your heartaches and anger, your fear and s

Your hurts are mineChild of mine, I have grieved over every betrayal you've suffered. When you were hurt, I hurt. When you cried, I creid. Your pain is my pain; your wounds are my wounds. I love you with an everlasting love. When someone doesn't treat you right, I rise up with indignation just as any father would.
I am well acquainted with rejection; I was with my Son in his darkest moments and felt the same sting of betrayal he did. But just as I was able to transform Judas's betrayal of Jesus into something good, I also have the power to transform your situation.
Give me your wounded heart, and I will give you my peace.

Look to meWell done, beloved! You have been doing an incredible job! I am so proud of your willingness to serve me-the many ways in wich you have stepped out to declare my praises in often hostile envioronments. Your deep love and passionate desire to serve me make me glad.
Rest in the fullness of my approval. When the temptation to compare yourself with others beckons, don't give in to the enemy's schemes. He seeks to distract you and lead you astray, onto his path. A path full of heartache, fear, and resentment.
Instead, follow where I lead and keep your eyes on me. My eyes are always lovingly on you.

Blessed forgivenessMy precious one, it is possible to forgive those who taunt and abuse you. It isn't always easy-indeed. it can be painful-but if you are willing, I will empower you to bear with grace the wounds you've suffered.
Forgiveness wasn't easy for my Son either. But it was necessary. My plan and purpose for him required that the cross came first.
In my purpose for you, I want you to have the freedom that forgiveness bring. Forgiveness allows you to let go and follow me, every step of the way. In the end, you will be able to pray with a sincere heart the very prayer that Jesus did that day on the cross:
Father, fogive them."

Now and foreverWhen you follow me, you will suffer some form of persecution. Some people may laugh at you or talk behind your back; some may even be so bold as to call you foolish.
My precious Son was treated with disdain-even to the point of death. When you face persecution because of your faith in me,know that I will enable you to stand before your enemies without fear. I will give you the wisdom to say what you need to be said, with words so true and clear that your persecutors will be unable to prove them wrong. I will strengthn you and comfort you and give you peace, but most importantly, I will be with you.
Now and forever.

I can help youNo matter how small the situation may seem to you, I am always delighted when you turn to me for guidance. Come to me with your decisions big and small, child. I care about every one of them and want to guide you to make the best choices.
Use the tools I have given to help you: my Word, my Spirit, and my wisdom. My Spirit will lead you into all truth and will confirm my will through my Word, just as he did for my disciples.
You can know my will, my choices. My Word and my Spirit will never lead you astray.

Angel SighsWings fluttering high above.
Oh what she can see!
No corruption and chaos.
Beauty before the eye.

She soar and soars,
High as the clouds,
Seeing what others
Only can dream.

Landing on a ledge,
By water, by sea,
Is when she gazes
Down at true beauty.

The heavens part
And she can view
For miles what any
Painter can't achieve.

Folding her wings
She escapes in peace,
Serenity at her new world.

For when an angel sighs,
The world sighs with.

The Love of Jesus Christ (Poem)

It's because of love that I've found you
It's because of your love I've found truth
When sadness and strife filled my days
Your eternal love showed me the way

When I only knew regret and remorse
You sent messengers right to my door
When my heart turned love into hate
You turned my pain into hope and good faith

The world will know who is Jesus Christ
My life, my love I owe you my life
You can lighten even the darkest of nights
You are the reason that I continue to fight

Where would I have ended up if not for you
Lifeless with out purpose never knowing the truth
That we can aim higher then we'd ever thought to
as you reveal secrets of life t

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What would you give?

by ~tommyboywood, Feb 3, 2013, 5:14:13 PM
Literature / Poetry / Sociopolitical / Concrete Poetry

   reign on earth
peace    what
see      would
to           you
give       give
you       to
would    bring
what pity
to
  birth
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give you
to
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all
life
have
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what
would
you
give

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What would you give?by ~tommyboywood

Literature / Poetry / Sociopolitical / Concrete Poetry

©2013 ~tommyboywood

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~Janenana Feb 26, 2013

love it.

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~tommyboywood Feb 26, 2013 Professional Writer

thanks

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~Butch-likes-pie Feb 26, 2013

I'd give my life for this to happen.

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~tommyboywood Feb 26, 2013 Professional Writer

Psalm 46:9,10; Isaiah 2:2-4

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~Butch-likes-pie Feb 26, 2013

I love those refrences.

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~tommyboywood Feb 26, 2013 Professional Writer

they're reliable (Rev 21:5)

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~FCU777 Feb 26, 2013 Student Artist

I agree

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~tommyboywood Feb 26, 2013 Professional Writer

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*Delice1941 Feb 5, 2013

This is so different, it catches the eye straight away

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~tommyboywood Feb 5, 2013 Professional Writer

triple thanks

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