Author: ruthbillingsley

The Journey of a Shoebox May God be gracious to us and bless us.And on us His face shine.That His ways may be known on all the earth.Salvation is divine.May all the people praise You forever.And esteem Your great name.The nations will be glad and sing for joy,For You judge all the same.You rule and…

Famous Gates Shout for joy to the Lord.Shout for joy all the earth.Gladly worship the Lord,And display His great worth.Come now with joyful songs,And know that He is Lord.It is He who made us,Not of our own accord.We are the Lord’s people.We are His flock of sheep.Staying in His pastureOur safety He will keep.Enter His…

For I know the thoughts I think toward you,Not thoughts of evil But peace that is true.Thoughts for your future.Blessed hope I will send,A future of peace, And an expected end.Then you will call Me;You will come and pray.I will listen to you;I will answer and say,” You’ll find me when you Search with all…

How beautiful the mountainsAnd the feet of him who bringsThe good news of peace.With glad tidings he sings.He proclaims the salvationOf all men who will believe,Who make known to all,”God reigns and gives reprieve.”Men will lift up their voices.Thy will sing with joyful cries.When the Lord returnsThey will see and be wise.Burst into songs togetherPlaces…

Trust in the Lord your God; trust Him with all your heart. Lean not on your own strength but on God from the start.Acknowledge Him; submit to God in all your ways.He will direct your paths, guide you through all your days.Do not be wise or smart in your own self or eyes.Fear the Lord…

Jabez was more honorableThan any of his brothers.His mother called his name Jabez.Her pain, more than others.Jabez called on Israel’s God,“Oh, that You would see my needAnd enlarge my territory.Yes, O Lord, bless me indeed.“Oh, that Your hand would be with me.Keep me from evil’s dark blastThat I may not cause pain or hurt.”So, God…

For Alvera Father of the golden mountains; Maker of the eagle’s flight; Giver of the river’s watersAnd the glowing moon at night.Grant us peace among our brothers. Give us joy within our souls.May our paths be filled with beauty,As we see each dawn unfold.Grant us strength, wisdom, and honor.Guide us by Your mighty wind.May we…

Leaves falling like the rain, Wind softly blowing;Crisp air that breaks the dawn And whispers love’s refrain.Deer feeding on the lawn, Eagles soaring high; Water’s clear reflection, Tomorrow’s day undrawn.Changing, ever changing,Hues of gold, take flight; Prophetic winds proclaim Winter’s awakening.The season’s knowing fateTransforms once again. With awe and fearless faith, It fades, and God…

Give ear to my words, O Lord. Consider all my sighing.Listen to my cry for help.On You I am relying.You are my King and my God.To You alone I pray.Hear my voice in the morning And show me Your perfect way.You are a God who hates evil. With You the wicked cannot dwell The arrogant…

Be strong in the LordAnd in His mighty power.Wear your full armor,Ready at any hour.Our strife, not with flesh,But against the devil’s schemes.Evil loves to prowl,And dark forces they esteem.Put on God’s armor,Faith’s armor, and stand your ground.So, when the day comesYour protection will be sound.Stand firm and with strength,The belt of truth on your…