Gordon Mcconnell Poet Rhyme

Knowing God, Do We Really Know Him

God is eternal always and forever(a)
has no beginning and will have no end
in His holy word has revealed Himself
to be God almighty our forever friend

One can never know God too well
so daily exposure to God's living word(b)
is a real necessity to grow in grace
to neglect His word is truly absurd

Learning biblical meditation is so vital(c)
to chew on God's truth to deeply intake
grasping His truth and all it means
feeding on God's word for my soul's sake

Taking your Lord with you everywhere
never be embarrassed by what anyone says
keeping in step with His eternal word
be faithful to Jesus all your days(d)

Consider well my reading of the scriptures(e)
to depend on the holy spirit's direction(f)
be sure I'm walking in Jesus holy steps(f)
aim always listen to His gracious correction

(Bible references :
(a) Psalm 90: 2
(b) Joshua 1: 8
(c) Psalm 19: 14
(d) Deuteronomy 7: 9
(e) Psalm 1: 2
(f) Romans 15: 13)

I've written this after pondering on the following appraisal of knowing God and whether if I really do?
Have you read the Bible from cover to cover? Is the Holy Spirit your teacher? Are you walking in His footsteps?
The Word of God is not a buffet for us to pick and choose what we wish. God is the Word, so do you honestly love all of it and meditate on it with the goal of knowing Him so you can live according to His commandments while you abide in Him?)

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Carolyn Devonshire March 14, 2021 at 1:51 PM Each time I read Bible passages I get something new from them. I like to believe that if we keep God in our hearts, he will give us direction. Enjoyed the way you included the Biblical references, Gordon. Excellent writing! Hugs, Carolyn Gordon Mcconnell March 14, 2021 at 2:41 PM Thanks Carolyn, Glad you enjoyed it and loved your word of testimony of how God's word speaks to you every time. You're a continual encourager and a blessed friend, blessings and hugs, Gordon

Judy Ball March 13, 2021 at 2:21 PM Gordon theis is great stuff. It is so important to really KNOW our God. Love this. A fave for me. God Bless, JB Gordon Mcconnell March 13, 2021 at 2:25 PM Thanks Judy, So glad you enjoyed this so much and found it to be a favourite for you. Have a blessed weekend, blessings always,Gordon

Victor Buhagiar March 13, 2021 at 1:33 PM We can never see God as He really is, especially considering his immensity. We can only discern Him by his creations. Gordon Mcconnell March 13, 2021 at 2:02 PM Thanks Victor, Thanks for your true words and indeed not a truer words has been spoken. Take care , blessings,Gordon

Anne-Lise Andresen March 13, 2021 at 2:02 AM - Questions we can wonder ... a lovely poem, Gordon :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Gordon Mcconnell March 13, 2021 at 6:49 AM Thanks Anne-Lise, Glad you liked it and trust all is well up in the North country. Blessings and hugs,Gordon

Richard Lamoureux March 12, 2021 at 2:36 PM I believe studying scripture is our best hope. Also during quiet moments I feel closest to God. Still we lack the capacity to fully comprehend God. Yet it is important to stretch our understanding. Blessings Rick. Gordon Mcconnell March 13, 2021 at 1:06 AM Thanks Richard, Thanks for your words of observation to what is helpful to you in knowing God. Have a blessed weekend, Gordon