Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
Ride the Wave
I wait upon the shore until the sea pushed forward the waves and I walk towards the swell. With each step my feet got more soaked and I could not resist the inner yearning. I hear the call of…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
Pride
Pride keeps us, when God has released us. It has a unique way of holding us in a position that offers esteem when Christ is calling us to that which is still unseen. Pride, coupled with fear, will often cause…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
One Thing
One thing I do… I shall not look back Press on… One thing I do… I keep my hand to the plow Pressing on still further… One thing I do… Leaving behind successes and failures Pressing onward… …
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
My Secret Garden…
As I walked today, I noticed the vines of blackberries beginning to bear fruit. “It’s been many seasons like this Lord that we have spent in this place together.” I slowly sat under the usual shade tree to pen my…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
Deeper
When Christ takes you deeper into His heart He will begin to show you the hidden sin unseen in the dark recesses of your own heart. Most often it’s sin we have not realized is present. Often we rest…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
There’s a Place
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe. Proverbs 18:10 There’s a place I go when turmoil toils A place of safety and rest Where Christ does come and calm…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
Beside the Brook
There is a place beside the brook where Christ calls one’s heart. It will be a struggle to resist the enemy’s busy attempts to hold you from rest. Yet resist him you must. As Christ grabs your hand and you…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
Dear Lord…
Dear Lord… Give me your ears to hear Give me your eyes to see Give me your mouth to speak Give me your mind to think.. Give me your pain to bear Give me your heart to share…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
Many A Hindrance
There’s many a hindrance That Christ sees clear It’s going unnoticed But brings Him great tears. The heart of His people Are far far away From all His desires To love well today. He showed us His heart…
Poetry and Ponderings by Shelly
The Jezebel Spirit
There is very little actually regarding the Jezebel spirit in the scriptures. I have often heard this referred to primarily in caution to women who are seductresses. However, this is a very narrow view of a greater concern regarding a…
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