Did the Lord Build Your House

Did The Lord Build Your House? This house of ours is “plain.” But is still standing. We’re “simple folks...” By many people’s understanding… We may not have much of what is “socially appealing”… But we have love in our hearts. And this is a good feeling! We may not be “wrapped up” in much of this world’s entertainment. But we seek God’s peace and a desire for contentment. We, as a family, have one purpose and “calling” in mind. To seek God’s ways of being merciful and kind… Each day we pray with much thankfulness in our hearts… For this is where happiness and gratitude starts! We’re thankful to the Lord for his unfailing grace… And for keeping us together in this special place… We’re blessed to have a God who is truly worth finding. His word in our lives is precious and worth memorizing! “Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain that build it!” God must rule and reign… So his love can completely fill it! By Jim Pemberton
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011


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Date: 2/19/2016 2:54:00 AM
This Poem was written few years before I joined Poetrysoup. Love it. Reminds me of phrase:'Home is where the heart lies longing, Gods blessing ever dwelling.' Easy to see why won contest. Love rhymes Peace, Love and Joy
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Date: 9/11/2015 12:00:00 AM
Just what I needed to read today. Thank you.
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Date: 12/2/2014 2:10:00 PM
Excellent! Elayne
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Date: 7/11/2014 7:19:00 AM
WOW!! I just love this. Thank you so much for your poem - it is a blessing to me. God bless you and your family.
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Date: 1/9/2014 3:18:00 PM
WOW.so nice.Indeed unless the lord builds the house for us,we will labour in vain.This poem is similar to my inspirational poem titled FAITH.Please drop by,see and comment when you get the chance.Thanks and God bless.
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Date: 10/16/2013 11:13:00 PM
This poem rings true for me
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Date: 9/22/2013 7:12:00 PM
Flows beautifully. So encouraging and true. Thanks for sharing of the importance of seeking God first.
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Date: 2/7/2013 6:18:00 PM
congratulation.. win your wonderful win
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Date: 2/5/2013 8:47:00 AM
Brother you've said it all right here and beautifully I might add, congratulations.
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Date: 10/18/2012 8:54:00 PM
Jim:-) congratulations with your wonderful win in the " February, 2012 Contest " It is very nice to see you on this winning list..*'.*'.*' hip hip hooray. Good night :-) always~ PD
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Date: 8/13/2012 11:48:00 AM
Beautifully written with a message to touch all. Cangratulations on your winning poem Jim.
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Date: 8/7/2012 12:54:00 PM
Congrats to you!! Hooray, an awesome win!!
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Date: 8/1/2012 8:02:00 PM
Congratulations on your win in the PoetrySoup International Contest Jim. Love, Carol
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Date: 7/31/2012 7:51:00 PM
Thanks for sharing Jim, very spiritual and a beautiful tribute to our Lord. A well deserved win as well, congratulations.
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Date: 7/31/2012 6:37:00 PM
((()))Congrats on your winning work..Sara
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Date: 7/31/2012 10:02:00 AM
How wonderful to see your work among the winners! Congrats for your win in the International Poetry Soup contest. Love, Kim
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Date: 7/30/2012 3:43:00 PM
I remember this one and really liking it before. It's one of the better inspirational ones I've seen. Congrats on a well deserved win!
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Date: 7/30/2012 1:47:00 PM
Excellent write, Jim! Congratualtions on your win! Mikki:)
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Date: 7/30/2012 7:09:00 AM
Congrad's on your win. Light & Love
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Date: 7/29/2012 5:37:00 PM
Congrats Jim on your awesome win. love phyl
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Date: 7/29/2012 2:14:00 PM
Jim....CONGRATS ON YOU WIN!!! -oxox love Anne-Lise
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Date: 7/29/2012 1:03:00 PM
Jim, congratulations on your International win...David
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Date: 7/18/2012 8:34:00 AM
Congratulations on your poem making it through round one of the PoetrySoup International Poetry Contest. I wish you the best in the finals Jim. Love, Carol
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Date: 12/22/2011 5:51:00 AM
Congratulations on your super win in P.D.'s "In The Mood" contest Jim. Love, Carol
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Date: 12/22/2011 12:03:00 AM
this is a very nice uplifting poem, Jim. Congratulations on your win.
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