Author: ruthbillingsley

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…