to trade confusion for clarity
to pursue the perfect degree
to marry the man of my dreams
to leave the place i’ve always called home
to travel the world and see it’s wonders
to explore beaches i’ve never laid eyes upon
to go on a wildlife safari
to build an international orphanage from the ground up
to study in the holy lands
to be fluent in a foreign language
to adventure through cities i’ve never heard of
to live freely by detaching from the world
to care for those less fortunate than me
to see revival in unchurched people groups
to excel in my dream job
to know what my dream job would be
to live without limits and constraints
to never feel exhausted or weary
to lead broken people to restoration
to be part of something greater than myself
to love generously
to know my purpose
Nov 15, 2017
Nov 15, 2017 at 4:42 PM UTC
In the fellowship of believers
I lift my voice;
in the fellowship of believers
I make my praises loud;
in the fellowship of believers
Your marvelous name is proclaimed.
Rejoice!
Let every nation,
let every tribe,
let all creation,
gather as one
in harmony.
What power there is in unity!
Unity under the Holy One;
unity under the Lord our God.
When we come together,
He is there!
Evil has no power
for His goodness triumphs!
Our God is undefeatable,
our God stands unshakable;
He remains,
He endures,
He withstands
the test of time.
He always persists,
always perseveres,
always prevails.
I fear not for the world will not conquer me;
I fear not for the world has no power over my life.
The Lord shall keep my feet steady on His path!
He keeps me steady as I walk in His ways;
He keeps me steady for all of my days;
therefore, He is worthy of all praise!
The righteous rejoice in the Lord,
but the wicked do no such thing;
The righteous experience true freedom,
but the wicked remain slaves to their sin.
Rejoice!
Let every nation,
let every tribe,
let all creation,
gather as one
in harmony.
Again I say Rejoice!
Lift up your voice
and make your praises loud;
proclaim the marvelous name of the Lord;
so all may know and be saved.
Mar 25, 2017
Mar 25, 2017 at 1:53 PM UTC
steadily he leads her
through intimate waters
drawing her into stormy seas
he is composed
of the rarest gem
pure grace flowing
through every vein
with great ease
he navigates
the slight curves
of her body
marks of love
add to the beauty
of her tanned skin
his comforting warmth
sends pleasant chills
up her spine
her movements are met
with a strength which pulls
her ever closer
with a strength which holds
her ever firmer
he subsides to gaze
at his breathless forever
longing is evident
in their undeniable joy
knowing someday
will finally be theirs
Mar 25, 2017
Mar 25, 2017 at 12:38 PM UTC
(1) the same sky that covers me covers you,
my sky is gray and yours is so blue.
(2) i just wanna hold you close and hug you tight,
i wanna hold your hand and kiss you goodnight.
(3) tomorrow you board the ship, what a wonderful trip it’ll be,
as you sail along the bluest of waters, remember to think of me.
(4) i love the sound of your voice for it is so sweet,
i cannot wait until again our lips meet.
(5) amidst the clouds the sun is brightly shining here today,
but still your smile shines brighter in every single way.
(6) over forty eight hours since i last heard you speak,
but you’ll be home from the sea in less than a week.
(7) i can’t help but wonder if you’re still alive and real,
for your strong arms and sweet kiss are what i can’t wait to feel.
(8) the distance continues to drive me insane,
but our love is stronger and it will always remain.
(9) forever i’ll be waiting for you and watching the skies,
because i miss you more than you’ll ever realize.
(10) you’re back in this country which is a great sign,
for soon your hand will interlock with mine.
(11) the anticipation grows as the hours ever decrease,
for tomorrow my heart will be complete and finally at peace.
(12) finally we’ve reached this long awaited day,
my love is coming home and my love is here to stay.
Mar 20, 2017
Mar 20, 2017 at 10:42 AM UTC
the only name by which we're saved
is the name that brought unending grace,
the only name worthy of praise
is the name that lives for endless days.
Nov 1, 2016
Nov 1, 2016 at 1:28 AM UTC
i will never forget
the long days of soccer
the sleepless nights of homework
the authentic conversations
the laughs we shared;
i will never forget
how you were more than a friend
how you never knew my true feelings
how we almost lost all we had and
how we miraculously saved that which was of value;
i will never forget
the adventures we embarked on
the memories we recorded
the genuine joy of being around you
the day my heart chose friendship;
i will never forget you,
my yellow cleated friend.
Oct 31, 2016
Oct 31, 2016 at 5:39 PM UTC
even when i fail You day after day
your love remains, it stays the same
i could never escape your plan
'cause you're holding me in the palm of your hand;
i will praise You day after day
'cause your love remains, You stay the same
i'll forever follow your plan
'cause you're holding me in the palm of your hand.
Aug 15, 2016
Aug 15, 2016 at 3:21 PM UTC
sun trapped in her skin
waves flow through her hair
sand trickles along each vein
lungs filled with ocean air
known for fake hawaiian blood
known for endless mermaid hair
flourishing under mid summer's heat
thriving daily with feet so bare
she lives for days like these
unable to stay away for long
striving to soak up the brightest rays
yearning to be engulfed by water’s song
this is where she comes alive
with a spirit so wild and free
as every burden and care in the world
sinks to depths no one can reach
made for brilliant beaches
made for shimmering seas
she is summer’s child
she is me.
Jul 27, 2016
Jul 27, 2016 at 1:06 AM UTC
the second we take the stage
an undeniable unspoken bond
is created by our passion
to lead, love, worship
in the presence of our savior
with the fellowship of believers;
the second we take our corner
a thrilling thriving bond
is created as he starts the click
to play, sing, worship
in uncontainable joy
without a care in the world;
the second the music takes us
a dependent determined bond
is built on complete trust
to know where he’s going before he arrives
in spontaneous moments following his every lead
without a sense of worry or fear;
though it’s never brought to light
what we have is real,
we have a musical chemistry
that could never exist off stage;
and it is marvelous.
Jul 20, 2016
Jul 20, 2016 at 1:06 PM UTC
i promise you
there will be a day
there will be a
glorious place
where there will be
no more pain
no more fear
no more darkness,
for perfect love
has already banished
has already conquered
every trial
every inequality
every injustice;
and together
all nations
all colors
all people
will stand as one,
united
for all eternity
under the one
saving hope
of this dear world,
to those who believe.
Jul 9, 2016
Jul 9, 2016 at 1:43 AM UTC