September 10, 2008 “God Sings Over You” Mae spreads love, compassion, and laughter wherever she goes. She values friendships and her faith. Whether she is cheering for her school, Haas Hall, or counseling at New Life Ranch, she spreads joy to all who know her. God rejoices over her with singing. Happy 16th Birthday! Sing,…
Author: ruthbillingsley
Carry or Cast
Listen to my prayer, God.Do not ignore my plea.Hear my thoughts and concerns. Speak now and answer me.My thoughts are troubling. I am feeling despairAt the enemy’s voice And at the wicked’s stare.For they bring down on me Suffering and heartaches.They seek to revile me As anger overtakes.My heart is in anguish. Terrors of death…
Annie LaRue (Rue) Billingsley
August 22, 2011 Yesterday was Rue’s 13th birthday. She was born on my dad’s birthday, so she honors him with her middle name, LaRue. The name LaRue is associated with friendliness. It is of French origin and means “the street.” Many famous streets in France are called “rue” which reflects its unique identity. Our Rue…
God’s Ways
I cried out to God for help.I cried out for God to hear, When I was in much distress,I sought the Lord to come near.At night I stretched out my hands. Uncomforted was my soul.I remembered You, O God,And I groaned out of control.I felt my spirit grow faint.You kept my eyes from closing. I…
Stealing
Will a man rob God? Yet you have robbed Me! But you will reply,“In what way, we plea?”In tithes and offerings You defraud and cheat, So you will be cursed.Your lives incomplete.Your heart is not right. Your nation will pay.Sin spreads like wildfire. All go their own way.So, bring all the tithes Into the storehouseThat…
Brooklynn Billingsley
Birthday Wishes Brooklynn will be 15 years old Sunday. She is a beautiful, amazing young lady with artistic talent and a love for reading and traveling. May this year bring happiness, success, and unforgettable moments. She brings us joy. Happy Birthday, Brooklynn! Divine ProtectionI lift up my eyes to the hills.From where comes my help,…
Songs of Joy
It is good to praise the Lord. Make music to His name. Profess His love each morning. At night, faithfulness claim.Make music with the stringed lyre. Harp’s melody employ.O Lord, Your deeds make me glad. Your works bring songs of joy.How great are Your mighty works. How profound are Your thoughts! We praise Your great…
My Journey to Contentment
Thank you, God,For the way You teach. Through Your Word and others, My heart You will reach.You help me to findContentment and peace, To rest in Your arms;In You, I’m complete.Complete to be Happy and freeIn all circumstances,Your strength in me. Can true contentment be possible? Only if we find our contentment within. Our circumstances…
See God
As I pray, Lord, let me see Visions of Your face.Reveal Your person unto me And fill that empty space.Let me see You as the LightThat shines every day.Guide me as I walk with You And help me find my way.Let me see You as the Wind That blows through the trees.Show me Your mighty…
Spirit and Truth
We are to come and worshipIn spirit and in truth.“What is the meaning of this?”Asks the old and the youth.True and faithful worshipersHave no appointed place,No time or ceremony,Just guided by God’s grace.It may be with familyOr it may be all alone.It may be in a church houseOr kneeling at God’s throne.Enter God’s holy presence,…