Lord, I want to praise You Today, this very day, With a heart of gratitude, thank You, For each blessing sent my way. I want to shout out Your name, With all that is within me, Stand up and loudly proclaim “The King of kings is He!” Lord, You alone are worthy To You alone … Continue reading »
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He Wants You To Know (by Debrah S. Bernier)
The Lord wants to tell you He loves you so much. He gives you His gifts, And blessings and such. He counts every hair Upon your lovely head, And has your picture Engraved on His palm, so He said. His love will not leave you As long as you stay, Covered by His wings Both … Continue reading »
Turn To Him (by Debrah S. Bernier)
If you’re tired and weary And in so much pain, Jesus Christ will wash you With His healing, holy rain. Your pain shall be gone In the blink of an eye. Your every need met By His generous supply. So turn to Him now, He’s waiting for you, To wash away your sins And to … Continue reading »
A New Day (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Just as the sunshine Sends its rays through the trees- So Your light shines, Through us, on our knees. Your love glows brightly On each believers face, While the rain of Your mercy Floods our souls with Your grace. For each and every new day Brings a promise of its own. For in this lifes … Continue reading »
Transfiguration (by Zellie M. Quinn)
Poem: “Transfiguration”.
For This Christmas (by Debrah S. Bernier)
For this Christmas, I wish I could give A heart filled with love And joy with which to live. I wish there would be Happiness and peace, And on your life, you Would have a new lease. For this Christmas, I pray that you Would come to know Jesus, It’s His season, too!
Lord, You Are My Everything (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Lord, You are my everything My heart and soul’s desire. I live to praise Your holy name Through wind and flood and fire. You always give me what I need On each day that goes by. Sometimes You even answer me Whenever I ask You, “Why?” God, I know You’ll always be My Mighty Lord … Continue reading »
I Have A Friend (by Debrah S. Bernier)
I have a friend Who fills my every need. He is always there When I need a friend in deed. He always carries me When, at times, I cannot walk. He tells me words to speak And when it’s time to talk. He loves me always, No matter what I do. And if you only … Continue reading »
Fill Me Up, Lord (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Fill me with Your compassion, Lord For Your people and their state. Fill me up with Your unfailing love And cleanse me from all hate. Fill me with Your patience, Lord That I might give them time, To really share what’s on their heart, And maybe share with them a rhyme. Fill me up to … Continue reading »
Together Soon (by Debrah S. Bernier)
There’s a place in my heart That’s broken in two, And it craves each day For the company of You. My soul yearns for each day With You here by my side, But I know in the future With You, I’ll abide. But though my heart aches, I know one day soon, I’ll join You … Continue reading »
Lord, I Love … (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Lord, I love to talk to You And share my daily deeds, To tell You all I’ve said And where I planted seeds. Lord, I love to seek Your face And feel Your presence, too. For in Your presence I am changed And made to be more like You. Lord, I love all Your ways, … Continue reading »
Happily Home (by Debrah S. Bernier)
When I’ve gone Don’t cry for me. I’m happily home, Though you can’t see. I’ve reunited with Mama, Once again, she’s in my arms. How I’ve longed to see her face, And her many charms. For now, we’ll have to be apart, Until your days are done, And it’s time to bring you home- Into … Continue reading »
What You’ve Created (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Seeing what You’ve created Always causes me to be Especially appreciative For all You’ve made for me. For You made the clouds, The flowers and the trees, The scent of the rose- I’m thankful for these. I’m thankful for all You pleasure me to see. Every day of this life- A brand new world to … Continue reading »
I Think About You (by Debrah S. Bernier)
As the stars shine And all is at rest, I’m thinking about You- How You give me Your best. I think about how You’ve rescued me- You saved my soul And set my heart free. I think about how Undeserving I am, But yet You wrote my name In the life book of the Lamb. … Continue reading »
A New Day (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Just as the sunshine Sends it’s rays through the trees, So Your light shines Through us, on our knees. Your love glows brightly On each believer’s face, While the rain of Your mercy Floods our souls with Your grace. For each and every new day Brings a promise of it’s own, For in this journey … Continue reading »
I Feel…(by Debrah S. Bernier)
Lord, I hear Your gentle voice In the softly falling rain. I feel Your mighty presence And my troubles are down the drain. I feel Your tender eyes Watching all that I do. And turn to You very often When I haven’t got a clue. I feel Your everlasting love That surrounds me-true, So I … Continue reading »
Every Day With You (by Debrah S. Bernier)
God, every day with You is good, When Your Holy Word is understood. It is then we grow and live, With praises to You we gladly give. As we worship You with our praises, The very warmth of Your Spirit raises. As It raises, He fills us to the brim- But still we are hungry,for … Continue reading »
Thank You, Lord (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Thank You, Lord, For this blessed day. Thank You for the ones Who lovingly came my way. Thank You, Lord For the air that I breathe, Thank You for the things Which You gladly bequeath. Thank You, Lord Once again for saving me. Help me to live it out, And be all You want me … Continue reading »
I Remember You (by Debrah S. Bernier)
When times are hard And things gone astray, That’s when I remember You Along with things You would say. You’d tell me that You love me dearly, And in Your time You’ll help me see clearly. You’d pick me up In Your loving hands, And carry me through Without any demands!
If Only… (by Debrah S. Bernier)
If only I’d asked You To come into my heart, But I didn’t do it- Thought I was too smart. If only I’d asked You To care for my life, But I didn’t do it- Now it cuts like a knife. If only I’d asked You To come and save me, But there is still … Continue reading »
Feel So Small (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Lord, sometimes I Feel so very small, So insignificant In the theme of it all. I wonder why You created me, And what You want My life to be. Then I realize You love me immensely, And You want me to Be Yours intensely!
You…(by Debrah S. Bernier)
Lord, You fulfill All of my dreams. You send me light In marvelous beams.You daily hold me Safe in Your arms, Keeping me always From the devil’s harms.You are the One Who forgives me my sin, And changes my life, Beginning within! Dear Friends, Debrah has just published her first book of poetry entitled, “Hand … Continue reading »
My Friend (by Debrah S. Bernier)
You are my friend Given to me by God. At first you were a little strange And, I must say, a little odd. As I grew to know you more, I believe you read my mind, You finished all my sentences And treated me, oh, so kind. Now that we have grown, I really love … Continue reading »
You Are So Good (by Debrah S. Bernier)
God You are so good. You give us Your grace And also Your mercy, You shine upon my face. Hopefully, when people look at me They see You shining through, As I serve Your people And try to be more like You. Your goodness is forever, It will never pass me by Because I belong … Continue reading »
When… (by Debrah S. Bernier)
When you’re in trouble With no where to run, Run into Jesus’ arms- The arms of God’s only Son. When you don’t know The answers that you need, Talk it over with Jesus Then what He says, heed. When times are better And the problems are through, Don’t be like the lepers And not tell … Continue reading »
God Will Keep You (by Debrah S. Bernier)
I pray your God will keep you Between His loving hands. Helping you through the wilderness And the other foreign lands. I pray that He will bless you Filling your life with His joy, And you won’t contain the excitement Like that of a child with a new toy. I pray that you’ll be content, … Continue reading »
I Wonder Why (by Debrah S. Bernier)
My Lord, I wonder why I had to suffer in this life, While growing, trying to understand Why I had no peace but strife. I wonder why the people said, The things that hurt so much Why their comments were So mean and cruel and such. I guess that what was, was meant Only for … Continue reading »
Lord God Almighty (by Debrah S. Bernier)
You are Lord God Almighty And Your banner we raise, We celebrate Your goodness On each of all our days. You are ever faithful God Of Your faithfulness we sing. We lift Your name with song, You’re faithful in everything. You are our loving God You loved us while sinners still. This love is unconditional … Continue reading »
Love Is A Choice (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Love is a choice Not always a feeling. It doesn’t always make Your heart hit the ceiling. It will warm your heart When you give it away, But if you just keep it Well, that’s not God’s way. He wants us to share With all that we can. His kindness and love Is for each … Continue reading »
Lord God Almighty (by Debrah S. Bernier)
You are Lord God Almighty And Your banner we raise, We celebrate Your goodness On each of all our days. You are ever faithful God Of Your faithfulness we sing. We lift Your name with song, You’re faithful in everything. You are our loving God You loved us while sinners still. This love is unconditional … Continue reading »
Life Brand New (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Lord, You have given me A life brand new. I received it when I Put my trust in You. My new life is wonderful It gives me peace, That I didn’t know Would never, ever cease. So Lord, I thank You For changing my life, Giving me joy and compassion Instead of burdens and strife!
Your Ways (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Show me Your ways, Lord, Help me to become more like You. For going my way alone Just simply will not do. I want to serve You, Lord, Please come and take my hand. For without You, there’s nothing, But a life so very bland. I owe all I am to You Let me never … Continue reading »
All (by Debrah S. Bernier)
All of my hope is in You, Lord, Without You I have none. For You are God in heaven, The Holy Spirit and the Son. All of my love is due You, Lord For You alone are love. You wrap it gently ’round us Poured out from heaven above. All of my peace is in … Continue reading »
Where Are You? (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Lord, where are You? In times when I cry And I hurt so much inside, Have You ever said good bye? Lord, where are You? When someone’s done me wrong And spoken falsely about me, Are You right where You belong? Lord, I know You are here Even when I don’t feel You You are … Continue reading »
Changed (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Lord, how I love To hear Your name. Since I’ve accepted You I have never been the same. For You changed my heart- Turned it from stone to flesh, Took away my old attitudes And made them new and fresh. You made me something precious Out of nothing very good, And helped me to become … Continue reading »
Reach Out To God (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Grab ahold of Jesus Whenever you are in a storm. He will give you His peace During problems in any form. Just reach out And touch His garment’s hem, Then your hurt will be healed- Never will He condemn. Now, if you believe That these things, He will do, Let not your heart be troubled, … Continue reading »
God Made (by Debrah S. Bernier)
God made the beauty of the oceans, And the fragrance of the sea. When He made them He spoke That is how they came to be. He made the lovely flowers bloom, And made the birds to fly. He made the baby chick yellow And made children to ask “Why?”. God knew what He was … Continue reading »
Helping Hand (by Debrah S. Bernier)
The Lord won’t give you More than you can stand. Just call upon His name, He offers you a helping hand. He will bring you Through the mighty flood. He paid our way out With His oh, so precious, blood. So when you feel overwhelmed, Thinking you can’t go on- Just trust in Him- Your … Continue reading »
He Is There (by Debrah S. Bernier)
When the day is lonely And, oh, so very long I’ll gladly praise Your name And join the angels in their song. Your praise shall be In the depths of my heart, And, therefore spill forth Then, from my mouth, depart. Yes, when the day’s lonely Always remember He’s there, To love and to guide … Continue reading »
Your Spirit Is…(by Debrah S. Bernier)
Your Spirit’s alive within me Due to Your glorious grace, And also because of Your mercy Which shines on my humble face. Your Spirit’s working within me For I have changed due to You, I pray that the changes continue ‘Til, with Your plans, I am through. Your Spirit is comforting me And helping me … Continue reading »
Inspiration (by Debrah S. Bernier)
I know You’ve covered Me and my sins. I know against the devil You’re the One who wins. You are the only wise King Who knows right from wrong, And You’re the inspiration For many a poem and song. You are my inspiration To do the things I do. The good things, the kind things … Continue reading »
As I Walk (by Debrah S. Bernier)
As I walk slowly Along Your path, There are times of pain And joy that makes me laugh. There are times of love And times of sorrow, It’s then You give me strength To get me to tomorrow. But walking Your way, The way that You lead, Is much better still When Your words I … Continue reading »
I Will… (by Debrah S. Bernier)
I will walk with You, Lord, I will go where You go. I will follow where You lead, I will go with Your flow. I will listen when You speak, I will do what You say. I will ask when I need to, I will pray when You pray. I will praise You forever, I … Continue reading »
Stay Beside Me (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Stay beside me, Lord In all that I do. Reach out to hold me, Whenever I am blue. Hold me up please When I just might fall. Answer my plea When, on You, I call. Keep me on the right path, For all of my days. Help me be strong As I follow Your ways!
Walk With Me (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Walk with me, Father Please do not delay. I need Your truth with me Each night and each day. I need to feel Your presence And walk through this pain. I pray that my tears will mix With Your gently falling rain. Oh please, Lord, be with me ‘Til the pain is no more. Touch … Continue reading »
Lord, I Love You (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Lord, I love You very much Just wanted You to know. How much love I give away, Because I reap what I sow. Lord, I trust You with my heart And also with my soul, For I know my brokeness You’ll heal, not in part but whole. Lord, I will depend on You To bring … Continue reading »
Comfort Me (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Comfort me, O Lord, While I am in despair, Even knowing that You love me And also knowing You are there. Fill up my broken heart Up, overflowing to the brim. Fill it with Your joy And with the presence of Him. Then seal me, O Lord Set me aside for Your good. Help me … Continue reading »
Missing You (by Debrah S. Bernier)
There is still an empty place Inside my heart for you, To fill it with anything else Just wouldn’t ever do. For each day that I live Without you by my side, Is another day of grieving- My feelings, though I hide. But there will come a day When I shall weep no more. That’s … Continue reading »
Only Jesus… (by Debrah S. Bernier)
Only Jesus Can wash your sins away. His mercy and His goodness Are brand new every day. Only Jesus Can heal your broken heart, Make it more flesh than stone While giving you a new start. Only Jesus Shows us how to be like Him, Loving, so kind, and gentle, And fills your cup up … Continue reading »
At The Time (by Debrah S. Bernier)
At the time when Jesus died, The wrath of God was satisfied. At the time He rose again, He had covered all our sin. At the time I need Him most, For His glory, I will boast. At the time I feel upset, He’s not finished with me yet. At the time you need His … Continue reading »
