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The Journey Within

"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, 
plans to prosper you and not to harm you, 
plans to give you hope and a future."
Jeremiah 29:11
As Christian believers
we may suffer tribulation and trouble	
     but does that mean the Lord leaves us alone?
We may become destitute, hungry and naked,
    but does the Lord turn his back on His children?
        NEVER will he leave us to demon attack.
	
We are on a mission, a journey t'wards home...
home to the Father.  Our path may grow hazy;
    but counsel, direction, encouragement from
God's Spirit brings joy to those who seek Him.
        NEVER will the powers of hell win.

        There's NOTHING that can separate us from God;
death, itself, is a welcome homecoming.
  Life on earth may involve persecution
I guess that's what our Savior, Jesus meant -
		
Oppression in the midst of righteousness 
drives you closer toward heaven's goalpost.
      As a Christian believer, 
      if  you discover the world is hating you
            Remember: “it hated and rejected me first .”

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Sara Kendrick August 23, 2025 at 4:19 AM I agree with you, God never leaves us alone, but we can quince the Holy Spirit by our actions. If a person keeps close by their actions, through the Holy Spirit and Jesus we can be assured that He hears and answers our prayers. Thanks for sharing this winner with us. Sara K Reason A. Poteet August 23, 2025 at 9:50 AM Thank you, Sara. So glad we agree on the basics of our faith . I appreciate your reply so much.

Constance La France August 19, 2025 at 9:28 PM Reason, congratulations on your win in my J With Four Options contest. Your poem is well done and I like it, Constance Reason A. Poteet August 20, 2025 at 6:37 AM i thank you for your sweet encouragement and support on my poetic journey. I admire your Christian witness here at PS.

Paula Goldsmith August 19, 2025 at 12:15 PM WOW!!! Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful/powerful "The Journey Within" write. Love how you added Jeremiah 29:11. It is so very true... What a great last line... Have a blessed day with your win....... Reason A. Poteet August 19, 2025 at 12:55 PM Thank you, Paula, for you encouraging comments on my piece. It means a lot. God is so faithful and full of grace.