Dear Lord Please Cleanse My Mind

Im alone now... the family's 
gone to bed.
sinful thoughts have 
entered my head

I don't know which
 direction to turn.
My mind feels like a fire... 
"ready to burn."

"Jesus help me!" is 
my cry and prayer.
I know you listen and 
you care!.

I don't want to think on thoughts
which trap and allure.
But to memorize God's word--
so holy and pure!

God's word is a light unto my feet...
 a lamp unto my path.
By HIS word directing me--
I'll avoid God's wrath!

Thank you Lord for being patient, 
loving and kind.
And thanks for giving me more
 of a Christ-like mind.

Your loving kindness has 
now filled my soul.
And by your word... my mind's 
been made whole! 

By Jim Pemberton
2007
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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June 12, 2011 at 3:06 PM
jIM, A WONDERFUL POEM.. THANKS FOR SHARING THE LIGHT THAT GIVES YOU A LIFT ON YOUR FEET AND HEART.. GOD BLESS,.. LINDA
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June 12, 2011 at 2:52 PM
that is really awesome it makes you think doesn't it thanks for posting Jim please check out mine
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