Wilderness

Sometimes I find myself walking, in the wilderness of my humanity,

During these times I have to focus, on the One taking me through eternity,

For the devil wants to render me helpless, he is an excellent deceiver,

But he has no place in the life, of a sanctified believer,

We have to be careful so we don't fail, when confronted with past sins,

For the devil truly enjoys our returning, to the place that we had been,

But the truth is not subject to failure, it is what sets us free,

Accepting Jesus dying for my salvation, becoming all He wants me to be,

And if He were to return today, then I am ready to go,

But in His delaying His coming, more of His will I want to know,

Because there is no reason for anyone, Heaven's glory to miss,

For Jesus gave Himself for all, so no one remains in their wilderness.

Randy "Pops" Stone 02-26-13

Truly Set Apart

I am truly set apart, I've been forgiven of all my sins,

So constantly I guard my heart, so the devil doesn't draw me back in,

For it's real easy to be righteous, when sitting on a church pew,

But after I leave the sanctuary, I must be careful what I say and do,

For it is an ongoing battle, when one is following God's will,

Even after accepting Jesus as Savior, the devil harasses me still,

He wants to discourage me, from becoming what God wants me to be,

Trying to blind me from the truth, that Jesus gives me to see,

But I don't see any future, in my returning to my old ways,

So I will follow the path laid out by Jesus, every single day,

God's love fills and overflows, from every corner of my heart,

And it is a miraculous glorious experience, my being set apart.

Randy "Pops" Stone 02-24-13

Mark My Heart

Mark my heart oh Lord so all will know, that I am only yours,

So I don't have any scars, from all in this life I have endured,

Let me leave everything from my past, behind me in my past,

So I can concentrate on only good things, that for eternity will last,

I am sorry Lord, but so thankful, You bore the full weight of my sins,

Your salvation is eternal, and keeps me from returning to where I'd been,

My faith is full of hope and cheer, because of all You do,

And though my outer self may be eroding, my inner self is being renewed,

Your love continually transforms me, into what You want me to be,

I have always lived in a free country, but I've never felt this free,

May everyone know the reason Lord, why you have set me apart,

For You truly are my salvation, and I know You have marked my heart.

Randy "Pops" Stone 02-17-13

Every Day

I wake up to rain dribbling down the gutter, on a cool February morn,

And I pause in the moment, to thank God again for my being born,

As I look out my window, the sun bursts through the clouds and starts to burn,

This causes the birds to start singing, each one taking its own turn,

Winter is taking off his old thick coat, and Spring is putting on her dress,

But I am anxious in just this moment, to see how God will bless,

For I take too much for granted, a miracle is in each day's living,

As an individual creation, may I share all the good things I am given,

Because of the rapid pace this world sets, I have to slow things down,

I know I am amazed by the beauty in this life, if I stop to look around,

It isn't meant for us to be, sad or angry about everything,

I have found within my faith, the peace, joy, and love only God can bring,

So I will cherish the truth of salvation, that will last through eternity,

For Jesus did something for me, that no one else could do for me,

That is why this wonderful morning, for an old friend I can pray,

And tomorrow no matter the weather, I'll thank God for another beautiful day.

Randy "Pops" Stone 02-17-13

Totally

Lord may I live my life, as if I only have to please You,

For I only want to further Your kingdom, in all I say and do,

You have showed me that this world's darkness, disappears in Your light,

It is with Your companionship, that I stay on the path that's right,

I don't want to be associated with any evil, that is here on earth,

For You have guided me into the Way of eternal life, after my new birth,

I am amazed at this miracle, You have performed in me,

And I am sorry for all the wrong I did, before I came to believe,

Oh Lord I know with everything in me, that You love everyone,

May they accept that the victory for their souls, is already won,

So let Me constantly walk each day, to spread this truth so real,

That I run this race called life, totally within Your will.

Randy "Pops" Stone 02-10-13

Love Unhindered

Oh love you are not like a light switch, I can turn off and on,

For love you are all around me, even when I think you're gone,

And love may I never restrict you, but always share you as I live,

Because you are the greatest gift, that someone can give,

Yes love I know you are eternal, God's gift from up above,

For God demonstrated through His only Son, true Heavenly love,

Salvation's love hung on a cross, blossoming as His life's blood dripped,

Showing me that love really is more, than words flowing through my lips,

Now in that love I seek His will, to Him my life I surrender,

Thankful for the eternal life He gave me, may His love be unhindered,

My prayer is that I show God's love, in all I say and do,

So that everyone can hear God's still small voice, whispering I love you.

Randy "Pops" Stone 02-10-13

Eternity is Not Lost

Loss of my money or my health, would not be the greatest loss for me,

I think what truly would be the worst, is the loss of my eternity,

For the end of all our being, does not rest in the grave,

Because God sent His only Son, so that we could be saved,

And God had it all planned out, when Jesus came to earth,

Delivered to Mary and Joseph, by a miraculous virgin birth,

Yes Jesus came to minister, to preach and teach and heal,

In my accepting Him just as I am, in His presence one day I'll kneel,

For He made a way for me, by hanging on a cross,

Now I know without a doubt, that my eternity is not lost,

In my salvation I now reside, within His blessings and His favor,

Always thankful every day, that Jesus is my Lord and Savior

Randy "Pops" Stone 02-07-13