The Benefits of God

Give praise to God!
Call upon Him.
The joy is this - that you can call upon Him.

While it is day, before the darkening of days,
sing to Him. Laud his deeds!
Indeed, his deeds are worthy of praise.
He allows this - our praise.
Give praise to God!

Have you considered the wonder
of His works? Consider them now.
Give praise to God!

Glory Hallelujah His name!
His name, Jesus, is above all names.
His fame spreads and He’s victorious.
Seek Him while it is still day.

Seek God and His strength.
His face shines glory forever.

Who forgives all your sins,
heals all your diseases,
redeems your life, is good,
kind, tender with mercy,
satisfies, is pleasant,
renews your youth?

Vengeance is His. God will make things right.
Our time on earth is short. Long is eternity.
Choose wisely. The benefits of God are rich.

The devil pays no dividends - his desserts
are like dust and gravel, whipped cream topped.
It’s not gummy worms that fill your bowl.
It is not brave to eat this stuff.

Choose wisely. Can you see the day
when you stroll, place to place. Each one
brings more pleasure than the last.
O the friends, the company will last,
the joy, the laughter, streets of pure gold,
your loneliness cured, your boredom relieved,
O child of the King! Sing of His wonder,
sing of His benefits, sing with all the saints!

6/7/2022
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Proxenos Avatar
June 10, 2022 at 3:56 AM
What a beautiful prayer like poem what a delight to read and how true that life is short. The devil still hangs around like a hyena, he scavenges for left overs, he looks and acts devil like, I love all animals but a hyena i dislike, he is disliked amongst animals as well, a loner always alone. love hugs, Jennifer. Superb write dear Kim.
Rodrigues Avatar
June 10, 2022 at 5:17 AM
Thank you, sweet lady. Love your descript of the devil - always alone. God is the love and heart of bountiful souls, rich in mercy. God bless you ~ Kim
George Avatar
June 9, 2022 at 8:28 PM
"Our time on earth is short. Long is eternity. Choose wisely. The benefits of God are rich."..... An indisputable truth ! Sing glorY to Him... A beautiful hymn, Kim
Rodrigues Avatar
June 10, 2022 at 5:15 AM
Thank you, Valsa!
Dietrich Avatar
June 8, 2022 at 5:23 PM
wow, you really wrote an awesome poem on glorifying the name of Christ. i like the comparisons you made of devil's desserts to something fake and horrible.
Rodrigues Avatar
June 8, 2022 at 7:10 PM
Thank you, my friend! ~ Kim
Vangaveti Avatar
June 8, 2022 at 9:40 AM
He helps who helps himself. Good one. Nicely penned Kim.
Rodrigues Avatar
June 8, 2022 at 7:10 PM
Thank you, Swetha!
Gasun Avatar
June 8, 2022 at 1:31 AM
This is a stellar poem of praise my dear friend, Kim! I love and enjoyed every line a lot as each graces my soul. So uplifiting and encouraging. Thank you so much for sharing. Keeping this to my fave. God bless you always. Hugs
Rodrigues Avatar
June 8, 2022 at 8:41 AM
Thanks for faving! Thank you, Len!
Horsman Avatar
June 8, 2022 at 1:23 AM
Your poetry of faith is lovely Kim.
Rodrigues Avatar
June 8, 2022 at 8:40 AM
Thank you, Harry!
Buhagiar Avatar
June 7, 2022 at 10:59 PM
Very inspirational, God is love and s to be adored above all things. So well done.
Rodrigues Avatar
June 8, 2022 at 8:40 AM
Thank you, Victor!
Wolf Avatar
June 7, 2022 at 8:32 PM
Great reminder, Kim. Too many think that 'benefits' are the sole province of the H.R. Department...
Rodrigues Avatar
June 8, 2022 at 8:40 AM
LOL…God’s benefits far outweigh the world’s! God bless!
Baker Avatar
June 7, 2022 at 3:35 PM
Too many to count, Kim. Your poem lays them out for many to see. Praise Him! Praise Him! Thank you for the beautiful display of the joy of the life we have been given. Love and blessings, Bill
Rodrigues Avatar
June 7, 2022 at 4:23 PM
Love and blessings! Thank you so much ~ Kim
Kendrick Avatar
June 7, 2022 at 12:15 PM
This one could be turned into a song. I enjoyed reading it today. Thanks for the visit to my page. I appreciate the time spent there. Sara
Rodrigues Avatar
June 7, 2022 at 12:34 PM
Thank you, dear and precious friend!
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