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The Scripture Was Visible

For years I kept that scripture out In plain view, in a spot On a rounded backsplash in sight So, I'd not God's name blot When I answered the business phone At our house, free labor Until we could afford to hire Someone like a neighbor At last, I got a pay increase Double in my wages And now I get social security That reflects the dark ages God has been good to me in ways I can't truly explain His word uplifts, inspires, directs So, I can't complain The business has fed us, paid bills Along the way some fun We did some things others could not. At life, we had a good run Now that the end of life is close I know that God can hear I want to revere His word still I long to go without fear
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George Avatar
March 30, 2025 at 9:32 PM
God grants blessings to those who call out His name in earnest and carry His word in their hearts. I too have experienced His love all through my life. Beautiful poem, dear Sara!
Kendrick Avatar
March 31, 2025 at 4:19 AM
Thank you, Valsa. I appreciate the visit and comments. Sara K
Andresen Avatar
March 11, 2025 at 3:30 AM
- Let your prayer be a part of life ... lovely poem, Sara :) - hugs
Kendrick Avatar
March 11, 2025 at 5:19 AM
Yes, Anne-Lise, I call it shooting prayers. As I work and as I sit or do anything I try to pray short prayers for all kinds of problems or ideas or just help me dear God. Thanks for the visit. Sara K
Buhagiar Avatar
March 11, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Prayer, prayer, prayer. The answer to those who doubt.
Kendrick Avatar
March 11, 2025 at 5:18 AM
Victor, also, reading His word. We have the Bible at our fingertips provided that we have a computer, and it attached to the internet. Reading God's word is just a click away and even if you have a smart phone or iPhone or one of those kinds that can link up to the internet. It is right there for us to read or even have it read to us. Sara K
Mckeithan Avatar
March 10, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Wonderful Sara. In the end He has provided just what you all needed and the promise of greater things to come. Excellent poem
Kendrick Avatar
March 11, 2025 at 5:14 AM
Why, thank you, Oliver. Yes, it says in the Bible, "If I go away, I will prepare a place for you". I believe that He is preparing a place for all of those who have believed and still believe and will believe that will be so beautiful that we have never seen anything anymore magnificent. Sara K
Legros Kelley Avatar
March 10, 2025 at 9:02 AM
This is beautiful and encouraging Sara. Enduring till the end is huge, so many need to be encouraged to do so, and you did so incredibly. Thank you for writing this <3
Kendrick Avatar
March 10, 2025 at 11:18 AM
BJ, I believe enduring until the end is mentioned in Revelation and it is speaking about the nation of Israel who would survive the tribulation period and possibly some Gentile as well. Of course, we as Christians should hold on to our faith until God calls us home no matter in what method be it the rapture or in death before then. We will be caught up in the air to meet Him. Thanks for dropping by. Sara K
Daniel Avatar
March 10, 2025 at 6:50 AM
Very inspiring and "Word" to live by, Sara (pun intended)
Kendrick Avatar
March 10, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Thank you, Joanna. Yes, God's Word is the best Word to live by. It will keep you out of trouble, help you do what is right, help in our marriages and it will uplift when we are down. Sara K
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