encouraging girls of all ages to take their places in the Kingdom
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
Have you ever grieved past seasons of life? I found myself this week reminiscing much. It’s not that I don’t love where Christ has me today. But I do remember vividly the times He called me onward. This always…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
There is a seed planted deep Covered by the darkest of soil Hidden from view equipped as a tool The handmaidens of the Lord. With a nurturing spirit given by Christ To tend the hearts in need The mothering…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
I have found the one my soul loveth. Still-He captures my heart. He takes my breath away as His wind blows and I inhale deeply as He passes by. Sometimes He twirls me around and around to make…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
It is astounding to have Christ use you as a vessel. As His joy swells in you, a fountain flows. I have had the beautiful bewilderment of Him ordering my steps when I wasn’t even looking, building my faith…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
The church needs rain. But you can only take people as far as you have been. Perhaps this is why so many people are dry and thirsty. No real life is blooming. Many are frustrated because they see…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
A death is coming to the hidden place Where sin has found a home Where in the rule are principalities Cloaked with bewitching moans. Where rebellion of the heart of Christ Is rooted now as a “craft” Likened to…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
I see an army of shepherds rise They have their staffs in tow And like the beating of a drum They each do strike a blow. They’ve made a hedge protecting sheep From hirelings who’ve deceived They led with…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
I looked around to seek shelter From a storm that rolled quickly in To my surprise I was alone And could not find a friend. For when the heat had gotten hot Scattered did godly men Perhaps it’s true…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
I likely will come up short in most lofty debates on theology that requires every “T” crossed and every “I” dotted. I am still a work in progress. However, I still believe in the mystery of the Godhead and…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
Listen, we all need to grow. But in order to grow we must be willing to learn. Revelation of Christ’s Word has often come because another heart nudged me to dig deeper, sit longer, ponder more passionately, and linger…
