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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Hardison Avatar
February 19, 2016 at 2:54 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
Sassy Avatar
September 11, 2015 at 12:00 AM
Just what I needed to read today. Thank you.
Ogbeta Avatar
December 2, 2014 at 2:10 PM
Excellent! Elayne
Mcintosh Avatar
July 11, 2014 at 7:19 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.
Eseke Avatar
January 9, 2014 at 3:18 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.
Wash Avatar
October 16, 2013 at 11:13 PM
This poem rings true for me
Ligon Avatar
September 22, 2013 at 7:12 PM
Flows beautifully. So encouraging and true. Thanks for sharing of the importance of seeking God first.
Lander Avatar
February 7, 2013 at 6:18 PM
congratulation.. win your wonderful win
Smith Avatar
February 5, 2013 at 8:47 AM
Brother you've said it all right here and beautifully I might add, congratulations.
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October 18, 2012 at 8:54 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
Wesley Avatar
August 13, 2012 at 11:48 AM
Beautifully written with a message to touch all. Cangratulations on your winning poem Jim.
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
August 7, 2012 at 12:54 PM
Congrats to you!! Hooray, an awesome win!!
Brown Avatar
August 1, 2012 at 8:02 PM
Congratulations on your win in the PoetrySoup International Contest Jim. Love, Carol
B Avatar
July 31, 2012 at 7:51 PM
Thanks for sharing Jim, very spiritual and a beautiful tribute to our Lord. A well deserved win as well, congratulations.
Kendrick Avatar
July 31, 2012 at 6:37 PM
((()))Congrats on your winning work..Sara
Merryman Avatar
July 31, 2012 at 10:02 AM
How wonderful to see your work among the winners! Congrats for your win in the International Poetry Soup contest. Love, Kim
Dietrich Avatar
July 30, 2012 at 3:43 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!
Mac Donald Avatar
July 30, 2012 at 1:47 PM
Excellent write, Jim! Congratualtions on your win! Mikki:)
Guzzi Avatar
July 30, 2012 at 7:09 AM
Congrad's on your win. Light & Love
Babcock Avatar
July 29, 2012 at 5:37 PM
Congrats Jim on your awesome win. love phyl
Andresen Avatar
July 29, 2012 at 2:14 PM
Jim....CONGRATS ON YOU WIN!!! -oxox love Anne-Lise
Williams Avatar
July 29, 2012 at 1:03 PM
Jim, congratulations on your International win...David
Brown Avatar
July 18, 2012 at 8:34 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
Brown Avatar
December 22, 2011 at 5:51 AM
Congratulations on your super win in P.D.'s "In The Mood" contest Jim. Love, Carol
Dietrich Avatar
December 22, 2011 at 12:03 AM
this is a very nice uplifting poem, Jim. Congratulations on your win.
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