Saving Grace

Everyone wakes up,

Everyday, same old way.

Patterns revolving,

nothing evolving.

We all run the race,

Day to day we're blue.

We'll always lose our pace,

And never follow through.

We change our minds,

We always think twice.

We're always ambiguous,

And we never know why.

We ask ourselves these questions

Of who we really are.

We're waiting on an answer,

An answer from afar.

But how long are we going to wait?

How long until we see?

Or is it just a test of time,

To push us to be free?

Sometimes I feel I need that help,

Just a little push...

But sometimes I think there's something more,

And this should not be rushed.

But I never seem to get it right,

I'm always questioning fate.

I'm back and forth, in then out,

I just want to finish the race.

Please help me, GOD,

I beg of you.

Help to guide my way.

I'm lost in here and I'm so scared,

I need your saving grace.

Amen.

What is Life All About?

How many times have you asked yourself, "What is life all about?" I've asked myself that question time and time again, but lately I've been repeating it in my mind continually. Everyone wants to know the answer. Everyone wants to know the answers to why we get confused, sad, scared, worried, depressed, heartbroken, and all the other negative feelings that come along in life. So what is life really all about? Why do these things happen, and continually?

I don't know the answer, but I do know what I've been through already. Some things aren't fun to go through, and sometimes you just don't know how to handle certain situations. One thought will tell you to do one thing, and then another thought will come to mind, contridicting the first thought. The hard thing is to figure out what is the right decision to make. It's especially hard when you truly, honestly don't know what will be best for the future. I try to do what I feel GOD is telling me to do, but lately it's made things worse for other people (or one person in particular.)

I do have faith and trust in the Lord, and I do know that things will work out the way GOD wants it to, which I believe will be the best outcome for everyone anyways. It's just so hard sometimes... I get so caught up in frustrations, confusion, and sadness, that I'm not sure if GOD's even paying attention to me. And, to tell you the truth, it's rightfully so if He isn't. I don't deserve it. Actually, none of us do. But, the Lord is overly merciful, gracious, and loving. He understands EVERYTHING, while we're very limited to comprehending things. Sometimes, I just wish GOD could "throw us a bone" once in a while, so we know that He's still here, listening, caring, and wanting the best for us.

When you try your hardest to hear GOD's word and what He's telling you to do, but it ends up making things so bad for other people, it just hurts. It's so confusing. I don't know what to do. I know what my heart is telling me to do for the time being, but it just hurts a whole lot. And now I have to deal with building back a trust with certain people, but I don't know what trust I broke. It's so confusing. All I'm trying to do is what's right... not just for myself, but for everyone's future. It's so hard for me to express in words how deeply I honestly do care about these people (and one person in particular,) and I feel that no one really believes me. I'm constantly going back and forth on my feelings, but I've realized that it's not the time right now to make a decision. Sometimes, you just have to try your best, work hard, and see how things will unfold in the future. Nowadays, everything is about instant gratification, but that's not how GOD works. You can either look at things from an "Earthly" point of view, or from "GOD's" point of view. GOD will always triumph, whether it works out exactly how you planned, or not. Usually, when you stick with GOD, it actually works out a whole lot better in the end. The only thing is this: There are always going to be times of trouble... GOD has to test us somehow. And, if we really trust in Him, He will provide... But first, we have to work really hard. I have a whole lot that I need to work on. I can't wait to just jump into the future, because things are extremely difficult for me right now, in all different aspects of my life. I try my best to keep these difficulties to myself, but sometimes I can't. I'm glad that I have certain people in my life that I can open-up to, although it is very hard for me. Thank you to everyone who has been there for me. I especially want to thank this one person in particular who has shown me so such more about myself, in such a short amount of time. Because of her openness and understanding, I've been able to open myself up more and more. Thank you so much. May GOD bless you all.

Smarten-up

Alright President Obama:

You want to know how to REALLY get this economy back on track?

You want to know how to get more jobs in America?

Well, here're a few things that you already know, but ignore:

1) Stop the IMMIGRANTS from coming into this country and taking OUR jobs... they only use us for money, and when they're satisfied, they simply go back to their country and live like kings and queens, while some people who actually live in this country suffer from hunger, homelessness, and poverty. Most of these immigrants don't even care about our country at all. Again, they just use us for our money so they can get what they want, and then go back to their country. Yes, some prefer our country to their own, but a lot of them simply use us. OUR money is being filtered into THEIR countries. Hello... wake-up people.

2) It's time to STOP this stupid "Going Green" crap. Yeah, so people may have good intentions to make our environment healthier and whatnot, but let's look at some of the negative effects of "Going Green:" Did you know that hundreds of factories in the USA have been shut-down because of the "Going Green" phenominon? These factories were said to have given off hazardous pollutants to the environment. So, because it doesn't seem logical for a healthy environment, they decided to simply take away a LOT of Americans' jobs by shutting down the factories. Well, what happens to the factories then? Does the business go out of business? No. The "big boys" of these companies are now buying land from other, cheaper countries. They build the factories there and make quite a profit. Now, aliens from other countries hold the jobs that Americans once did, while we're left for broke.

So, is it really worth going green? Huh? Do you really think it's more important to focus on how healthy our environment is and worry about a little pollution, or do you think it's more important for people to actually have jobs and survive? Hmm, I wonder...

What's a good step to take, President Obama? Is it really all George Bush's fault? Stop putting the blame on others and take some responsibility... not for the rich, but for poor as well! This is a democracy, not a totalitarian regime... at least not yet.

Never Give Up

I am not not a man who's filthy rich.

My pockets have holes, which need to be stitched.

You won't find me with Franklins or Grants,

My wallet is rarely a Jackson fan.

But if I were to lose my job...

And if I were to live like a dog...

I'd count my pennies and add them up,

And tithe those offerings into the cup.

For who do you trust when all else is gone?

And who will escort you from dusk til dawn?

It's not a question of when or how,

And never an answer for here and now.

Do you put your faith in the Lord above?

Are you willing to give Him all of your love?

Will you hold fast when the times get tough,

Or release your grip and simply give up?

When you feel that faith start to slip away,

Get down on your knees and begin to pray.

He'll give you wisdom, He'll comfort your soul,

He'll reassure you, "My child, you are not alone."

And when you awaken, all refreshed and new,

You'll realize His promises have all come true.

Now, as a witness, you're urged to declare it:

Glory to the Father, the Son, and Holy Spirit!

Mark 12: 41-44

⁴¹Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offerings were put and watched the crowd putting their money into the temple treasury. Many rich people threw in large amounts. ⁴²But a poor widow came and put in two very small copper coins, worth only a fraction of a penny.

⁴³Calling his disciples to him, Jesus said, "I tell you the truth, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others. 44They all gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything—all she had to live on."

Wisdom

What do you believe?

Are you blind, or can you see?

Listen, little children

Your name is called to Thee.

Love and seek His wisdom,

For salvation sets you free.

Come and join the circle

Where eternal love resides.

Forever growing stronger

–Your enemies denied.

But while you are here,

Living in this dome,

You need to understand

We're not all here alone.

Echoes sound within your mind,

They cloud your thoughts and blind your sight.

No rest for them until you die,

This truth is certain; they are obliged.

Beware of the lies, tales, and false truths,

For many are easily convinced by the fools.

If you get off-track, you better get back.

Don't strand too far, or else you'll crack.

We slip, we fall; we've done it all.

But only the wise can steady their fall.

It takes some time to see that you're blind,

He tests our hearts to ease our minds.

Remember the truths, His word is good.

Don't let His promises be misunderstood.

There's always a chance for everyone,

He yearns for your love– all in one.