Inspirational Poems

I Give You Love [2/22/2026]

INTRO:

Taking care of our relationship with the Lord is the most important thing we can do. So when it comes to the Sabbath day, it’s about honoring God. You see, He wants to spend time with us. Think about that. Is it because he is needy? No. God has everything He needs. But the fact is, He loves each of us. He’s truly interested in us and He desires for us to be interested in Him.

Some people act toward God like He’s a “gimme-God”. We go to Him when we’re in trouble. We go to Him with our needs, for healing or finances, or emotional support. But do we remember to say thank you? Do we spend time praising Him and acknowledging His goodness? Do we confess our love for Him?

Let’s try to spend our Sundays focused on the wonder of God and thanking Him for all He’s done. In fact, let’s worship Him every day for He is worthy!

TEXT:

Exodus 31:16, 17 (KJV).

“Wherefore the children of Israel shall keep the Sabbath, to observe the Sabbath throughout their generations, for a perpetual covenant. It is a sign between Me and the children of Israel for ever: for in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, and on the seventh day he rested, and was refreshed.”

Exodus 20:8 (KJV).

“Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy.”

The Sabbath

I remember going to the church house

when I was a little tyke.

I know we did it every Sunday,

but I didn't really know why.

And the most important part to me

was going back home to dinner.

I knew a lot about eating chicken,

but nothing about being a sinner.

I didn't know that God had created

the Sabbath to honor Himself,

so, Sunday to me was a time to eat,

so, I put God on the shelf,

until one day while reading His word,

I saw written in Exodus,

"The Lord hath given you the Sabbath,"

and He wants to spend it with us.

It's not for planting or harvesting.

It's not for fishing and fun.

It's for keeping my mind upon Jesus,

and to remember, He’s The Holy One.

And His word says I should "keep the Sabbath,"

and that it should be "Holy to me."

It would help me become the person

that God really wants me to be.

It's part of the Ten Commandments

so, it should be part of my life.

It's right for mechanics and doctors;

for grocers, and grandpas, and wives.

It's good for the tired old beggar,

who shuffles along down the street.

The Sabbath is for friend or stranger;

whoever you happen to meet.

So, what will you do with the Sabbath?

What will you do with God's law?

Remember the Sabbath and keep it Holy,

and God you will surely exalt.

He says, "It's a sign to my children."

And His Holy day we should trust.

He tells us to "celebrate" Sunday.

It was given as a gift to us.

Seven days He has given to use.

He wants us to give back just one.

The Sabbath . . . one day to keep Holy,

to rest . . . and to honor His Son.

©rdouglasveer; Year Unknown

The Crossroads [3/8/2026]

INTRO:

Someone once said that “youth is wasted on the young.” How true. As teens and young adults, we think we know everything and can do anything without consequence. But later we learn it doesn’t work that way.

Those around us who are wiser will pray that we might learn our lessons in life without suffering too much damage. And some do grow up into maturity and some do not.

Thank God we serve a God of second chances. He is there waiting for us with open arms when we are finally ready to come to our senses, like the prodigal son in this Bible story (Luke chapter 15).

Where are you on life’s journey? Are you out of hope? Do you need that second chance? Call on the name of Jesus today. He is there for you.

TEXT:

Luke 15:20, 24; (KJV).

“And he arose, and came to his father. But when he was yet a great way off, his father saw him, and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him . . . For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found. And they began to be merry.”

THE CROSSROADS

Like the prodigal son, I thought I knew the way;

the way to have all that could ever be had.

But while eating the slop in a trough with the swine,

I knew I should have listened to Dad.

So, I turned to the East and I headed back home,

not knowing how I'd be received.

But nearing the house my heart filled with joy;

‘cause he was standing in the crossroads for me.

I'd had an experience with the true living God.

He had shown me the color of sin.

Then He opened my heart so I'd have a good look,

and I saw it living within.

And He told me that it could be defeated with love,

(and I didn't know much about that.)

So, He stepped deep inside; fought the battle for me,

while in wonder and amazement I sat.

For there in the midst of a crossroads of war,

was a tree filled with all of my sin.

The rules of the war were that someone must hang,

on that tree, if the war I should win.

But I knew that the battle was too big for my strength,

as the powerful enemy I could see.

So, I backed away from the crossroads of war,

and I called, "Father, please . . . come help me!"

That old rugged crossroad, was more than I could bear,

so, He stepped to the tree and He cried.

He said to the devil, "Come take your best shot,

with your hate and your murderous lies."He won at the crossroads where the

tree used to stand,

and He cut it, and He gave it to me.

So, I made a small cross so that I might recall,

how He saved me and set my soul free.

Yes, He stood there in the crossroad for me,

and He cried, but it wasn't for Him.

He cried to the Father in heaven above,

to forgive me from all of my sin.

He hung on the tree at the crossroads and cried,

Father forgive them. Forgive them for Me.

Forgive them for all the things they have done.

Then their sins I will no longer see.

Friend, I'll never forget the tree at the crossroads,

nor the hog trough where I went for food.

Now He's cleansed me, and saved me

and I want you to see,

He’s still waiting,

at the crossroads for you.

©rdouglasveer; Year Unknown

I Give You Love [2/22/2026]

INTRO:

Falling in love can be one of the most exhilarating, all-consuming experiences in a person’s life. The relationship takes over every waking thought that drives you from bliss to euphoria.

The Song of Solomon, sometimes called the Song of Songs, is an Old Testament book that describes the wonderful love between a man and a women, in detail. But scholars have also thought of the writings as a picture of God’s love for His people.

We know from Exodus 34:14 that our God is a jealous God. He tells us that worshiping other gods is like committing adultery against Him. We also read in the New Testament that the people of God are called “the bride of Christ”. And when Christ returns for His church in the Second Coming, He will consummate the marriage with His bride beginning with a wedding ceremony that will unite the two forever.

Yes, God is love, and His love runs deep. Earthly love is only a spark compared to the eternal love we will have one day in God’s presence. For now, let’s celebrate our love for one another, especially toward those very special people God has placed in our lives, like our spouse . . . Let’s continue to celebrate Valentine’s Day!

TEXT:

Song of Solomon 4:9-11; (NLT).

“You have captured my heart, my treasure, my bride. You hold it hostage with one glance of your eyes, with a single jewel of your necklace. Your love delights me, my treasure, my bride. Your love is better than wine,

your perfume more fragrant than spices. Your lips are as sweet as nectar, my bride. Honey and milk are under your tongue. Your clothes are scented

like the cedars of Lebanon.”

I Give You Love

If you desired water for love

I’d give you the mighty seas.

and if you required air as proof

I’d give you what I breathe.

If it was a feather that you desired

I’d give you a flock of birds.

But being just a simple man

I can only give you words.

Words that form not in my tongue

so eloquent and fair,

but come they from my truthful heart

where love is nestled there.

Love is all I have to give,

more precious than a tear;

love that hopeful will be enough

to last us through the years.

© rdouglasVeer 9/5/2018

Sinless Anger [1/25/2026]

INTRO:

Do you think you might have a temper problem? It seems, these days, more and more folks seemingly blow up over nothing. Road rage used to be defined as the honking of a horn, but today, a person could get killed for their faux pas.

Galatians, chapter five talks about the fruit of the spirit. It lists love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Think about each one of these characteristics. Meditate on each word.

There is no question about how we should conduct ourselves. The model for our behavior has been provided for us in God’s word.

Still having trouble controlling your temper? With faith believing, ask God to help you . . . and He will!

TEXT:

Ephesians 4:26, 27; (KJV).

“Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath: Neither give place to the devil.”

Galatians 5:22-23; (NLT).

“But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things!”

Sinless Anger

Think of the cross and remember the day

when Jesus died, without blemish or spot.

Remember that anger can be righteous, too,

and we can have anger and yet sin not.

Picture Jesus on the bloody cross,

and God looking down here below.

He could have killed in anger, yet

His choice was to not do so.

Even a Holy righteous God

chose to show us His perfect way,

as Jesus cried out,

“Abba, Father of mine,

forgive them for these things, today.”

He chose to forgive the screaming crowd

that was selfish and bitter within.

So, God in His anger, yet so full of mercy

gave forgiveness, although they had sinned.

The roar from the hatred the crowd unleashed

was an anger that makes the bones rot,

but the love of Jesus comes in and heals

saying, “Have righteous anger; sin not.”

Be angry at sin that so easily besets

but don’t let Satan win.

Fight the battle; fight it with love.

Have righteous anger but don't commit sin.

Let not the sun go down on your wrath,

don't put Jesus back on the cross.

Forgive as even He forgave you.

Let your love become Satan's loss.

Give no place to the devil’s ways.

Let the peace of God enter in.

Let His love control when you get upset,

be ye angry, yet be without sin.

©rdouglasveer

The Joy of Heaven's Glory [1/11/2026]

INTRO:

We don’t know what heaven will be like. We can’t even imagine it, really. And though it is indescribable, many have attempted to write about it. Back in the year 1900, Charles Gabriel wrote the hymn, That Will Be Glory. The chorus says, “O that will be glory for me . . . When by His grace I shall look at His face, That will be glory, be glory for me.”

The words Charles wrote evidenced not only his faith in a future heaven, but a solid assurance. You see he believed that the promises in the Bible are true. He accepted by faith that “God so loved the world” (John 3:16). And he understood that when he would pass through to the other side, he would be clothed with immortality and that death would be swallowed up in victory, (1 Corinthians 15:54-56).

People who have not accepted Christ as their personal Savior only hope they’ll go to heaven, but in fact they will never arrive there because Jesus is the only way. People who have received Christ have absolute assurance of heaven. It won’t be based on anything they’ve done for God but upon what he has done for us.

Where do you stand?

TEXT:

1 Corinthians 15:54-56; (KJV).

“So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory. O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law.”

The Joy of Heaven's Glory

There's an old church song

I love to hear sung

but I know it doesn't

bring joy to everyone.

It's simple, but wonderful,

and it thrills me so,

as I watch the saints' faces

when they sing it ‘n glow.

And why do they glow?

Well, it's the words you see.

The song is, "Oh, That Will Be

Glory For Me."

The Bible says death

has no vict'ry or sting,

and I can say I feel that,

whenever I sing

the words of that song,

they comfort me so;

the words that still set

old saints' faces aglow.

But friend, do you understand

what it is that I mean

when I talk about Jesus

and how I can lean

on Him, as I enter

the last years of life,

and I think about leaving

my children and wife?

When I say to each man,

woman, girl, or young boy,

"I'm going to Heaven;

a place full of joy,

where death will not harm

and grave cannot sting.

Then I’ll find the joy

in heaven’s sweet glory

where I can sing,

“That will be glory for me!"

rdouglasveer ©Unknown

How It All Happened [12/21/2025]

INTRO:

So much of the true meaning of Christmas gets covered up by the hustle and bustle of shopping and cooking and decorating. But the season calls for us to be intentional about lifting up our praise to God for the miraculous way He sent His Son . . . not only to be born, but to die for all mankind. Today’s poem reflects the story of “how it all happened”. Do you know Jesus as your personal Lord and Savior? If not, He is calling you today. His desire is to know you and draw you into a daily walk with Him. Yes, Jesus is the reason for the season.

TEXT:

John 3:16; (NLT).

“For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.”

How It All Happened

The Christmas Story

Isaiah listened to the Lord

and in obedience

He said, "A child will be born

to a woman of innocence."

She will be pure and He’ll be called

"Wonderful counselor".

And on His shoulders He will carry

the weight of the whole world.

Isaiah just repeated

what the Lord had spoken to him,

but many years would pass before

that marvelous life would begin.

Then as time passed, the one God chose

was Mary, a very young virgin,

who would give birth to the One who’d carry

the world and all its burdens.

A virgin child? How could that be?

How could she birth a child?

Nothing like this had ever happened.

This was way too wild!

She was espoused to marry a man

of excellent reputation;

one who had not been with her

in an intimate situation.

And yet an angel spoke to him

and told him, "Do not fear.

Take this maiden and treasure her

and the child you’ll hold so dear."

So the man obeyed the angel

and took Mary as his wife,

taking this step after she gave birth

to a precious little life.

The girl became a woman,

a wife and mother too,

because she trusted the angel

who told her what to do.

She married the man . . . he married her . . .

and just as the angel told,

He became the Savior of the world;

a world that was so cold.

The earth was filled with cruel hate;

the people rejected Him,

and would not follow in His steps

and walked away in Sin.

Could they have been so wrong, so wrong?

Oh, they just couldn't see,

not understanding His love for them;

enough to set them free?

Well years have passed since Isaiah spoke

God's prophetic Word,

and the child was born to the virgin

and now mankind was stirred

so that if we will listen closely

to what God has spoken here,

we'll see how trust and obedience

has triumphed over fear.

God sent His Son to keep us free

and offer life to us

and in return He asks of all

the right to win our trust.

If man back then could listen

to God’s promise and obey,

then you and I can do the same

and trust in Him today.

© rdouglasVeer 12/16/2018

Falling Leaves [12/14/2025]

INTRO:

Many view Christmas as a happy and joyful time of year. But some people see the holidays as a time of sadness. Reasons vary from the “winter blues” to memories of lost loved ones that sadden hearts and bring unbearable, overwhelming loneliness.

Jesus promised He would never “leave us or forsake us,” (Hebrews 13:5). He IS that friend that sticks closer than a brother, (Proverbs 18:24).

So as the holidays draw near, let’s be aware of those around us who may feel sad as they mourn the “falling leaves” in their lives. Let’s lift them up and support them with our love and encouragement. Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus to a hurting world.

TEXT:

Matthew 11:28; (AMPC).

“Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy-laden and overburdened, and I will cause you to rest. [I will ease and relieve and refresh your souls.]”

Philippians 4:6-7; (NLT).

“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.”

FALLING LEAVES

My eyes grow sad to see the heft

of wind upon the branch,

stripping lovely leaves away

before they’ve had their chance

to bring much joy and comfort

to these eyes now dim with years

but leave them lonely, sad within

and warm with brimming tears.

How can it be that beauty such as

leaves upon the limb

should have to go so quickly

when its life did just begin

to brighten days with colors like

the rainbow in the sky

and share that beauty every day

with such as you and I?

Yet year by year and day by day

they faithfully appear;

then fade away in such a time

as if they were never there.

Why did they grace us with the sight

of beauty so profound;

then quickly turn themselves away

and fall upon the ground?

It saddens us, these limbs so empty

now weeping in the air

without the beauty of the leaf

that once was nestled there.

© rdouglasVeer 11/22/2025

Ham-hocks 'n beans [11/23/2025]

INTRO:

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to count our blessings. God is so good to us, beyond what we deserve. From the grand to the simplistic, we have so much to be thankful for. We sometimes take for granted what many folks don’t have, like perhaps a warm dish of ham hock’s and beans and a loving Mother who prepared it. This year my prayer is this: “Thank You Jesus for the roof over my head, a bed to sleep in, food on my table, and shoes on my feet. Forgive me if I ever complain and forget my great blessings.”

TEXT:

Psalm 13:6; (NKJV)

“I will sing to the Lord, because he has dealt bountifully with me.”

Psalm 68:19; (NKJV)

“Blessed be the Lord, Who daily loads us with benefits, The God of our salvation! Selah.”

1 Thessalonians 5:18; (NKJV)

“In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

Ham-Hocks 'N Beans

Ham-hocks 'n beans, 'n turnip greens,

'n okry on the side.

Thank You, Lord, it's a feast I KNOW I'll eat;

‘sbetter 'n anythin' fried!

Some hot cone-bread 'n buttermilk,

'n sorgum in a jar.

The eatin'est best in east or west

from near or e'en from far.

If it’s a meal you wanta feel

a stickin' t'yer insides.

Then belly up t'Momma’s stuff

'n lordy, don’t be shy!

With cone-bread broke in th'buttermilk,

‘n sorgum on some too,

y'kin look 'n look 'n not find a cook

t'do what Momma kin do.

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Y'chew on hocks 'n okry 'n beans

'til yer nearly gonna pop!

Then finish off peach cobbler 'n crust

w'cream all up on top.

Ham-hocks 'n beans 'n turnip greens,

'n okry on the side.

Thank You, Lord, it's a feast I KNOW I'll eat,

at least until I die.

©rdouglasveer 3/17/98

Never Forget [11/9/2025]

INTRO:

The sacrifice that Christ made upon the cross was a selfless act and a testament to the highest form of love and devotion known to man. It is the essence of giving oneself for the greater good. Had He not been willing to go to the cross for us we would have had no way to enter heaven; we would have been eternally lost.

Self-sacrifice is one of the cornerstones of Christian ethics. It is also knitted deeply into the fabric of our trained military men and women who willingly serve and defend our nation.

Remembrance day is a time to honor our service members who have sacrificed themselves to pursue peace and justice. We want to thank them for their bravery and courage and express our appreciation for the freedoms we enjoy. We also want to lift them up in our prayers, that God would protect them and bring healing and restoration to the wounded and to the families of our fallen heroes.

May God bless America.

TEXT:

John 15:13; (NASB).

“Greater love has no one than this, that a person will lay down his life for his friends.”

NEVER FORGET

I used to think it was just a pretty flag

Until the day they had to pack their bags.

They were the soldiers, brave and true

who left their homes to give their lives for you.

Destination: unknown, except that it would be

beneath the stars and stripes across the mighty sea.

On foreign lands where e’re the fighting flared,

they went--no thought of “self”--because love sent them there.

* * *

And now much older than when they left,

they came back through the gate,

having defeated the world out there

that was filled with so much hate.

They gave their time; even many years

while often fighting fear

and impossibilities they’d do

because of their love for you.

So all I’m asking you today

is to show respect for them

and pray that sons and daughters never

have to go to war again.

Stand and honor and remember

the flag they love so much

as now they sit in a wheelchair

or lean upon a crutch.

These girls and boys who volunteered;

your freedom to defend

have now been changed as they’ve become

our military women and men.

The “red” is for the blood they shed;

the “white” for their pure hearts.

The field of “blue” for bravery

they spread like brilliant stars.

So whatever your thoughts might happen to be

of battles and wars and coups,

never forget to be thankful for

the ones who defended this flag...

...for you.

rdouglasveer 7/2/2025

Storms [11/02/2025]

INTRO:

Are you able to keep your sense of peace even when the storms of life come? Or do you focus on the problem at hand, so much so that you lose your sight of Jesus? Remember, He promised He would never leave you nor forsake you. He calmed the storm at sea, keeping the disciples safe. He longs for you to trust in Him with your very life. Are you ready to do that in the midst of your troubles?

TEXT:

Mark 4:38-39; (NKJV)

But He was in the stern, asleep on a pillow. And they awoke Him and said to Him, “Teacher, do You not care that we are perishing?” Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, “Peace, be still!” And the wind ceased and there was a great calm.

Storms

Out on the horizon

brews another dreaded storm.

Swirling in the darkness

and sounding the alarm.

Threatening clouds of melancholy,

rolling o'er the sky.

My poor and tired heart is asking,

"Why, Lord, why?”

Days roll on so endlessly

when I can't seem to see

a moment’s hope or happiness,

to renew the strength I need.

Why do thunderclouds roll in,

and shadows fill my days,

disturbing even quiet times,

when I go to pray?

Pitifully I slip on down

to dungeons dark and deep

where memories remind me of

my tired fears and griefs.

Like the surging, ripping tide,

from a boisterous sea.

Churning, troubled thoughts pile high,

and beat me to my knees.

My aching body cries because]

of all the pain it bears.

My soul cries out, “Don’t you know?

The truth is, no one cares!”

And who are you that you should have

the peace that others know?”

On and on with deepening sadness,

voices ebb and flow.

"Oh God, why must it be this way?

Just how can I find rest?

And how can peace and comfort come,

within this aching breast?”

Then hidden there behind the clouds

a tiny light appears.

It grows and glistens as I watch it,

drawing ever near.

Faintly, I can see a figure,

walking in the glow,

silencing my beating heart,

because somehow I know . . .

that I should not let sorrow from

this troubled world withhold

all the precious treasures, that

the Lord would give my soul.

My vision becomes clearer;

I can see that it is He!

The one who calms the winds and storms;

the man from Galilee.

Bolts of lightning have not hindered

His approaching steps.

Now He reaches down to touch me

where my eyes have wept.

Wrapped around me is His love;

it’s all that I can feel.

He softly walks upon my storm,

and whispers, "Peace be still".

For even in this moment as

he speaks in loving psalms,

all my fears do vanish as

I languish in his calm.

rdouglasVeer 9/13/2005

Home [10/5/2025]

(Photo Credit: AI Generated)

INTRO:

There are rewards to be gained when one follows Christ. We are promised an eternity in heaven, but we are also promised that while on this earth, He will never leave us nor forsake us, (Hebrews 13:5). It’s wonderful to think of an eternity in the presence of God almighty. But it’s good to know that in the here and now, we have a Friend in God, an Advocate, a Counselor, a Comforter, and an Intercessor on our behalf, (John 14:26). Yes, we can have that feeling of "home" as we safely reside in Him. Why has the Lord chosen to bless us so? It is not because we have deserved it. Rather it is because He is good.

May the Lord open the eyes of our heart to realize all He’s done for us. And may He be high and lifted up as we praise and worship Him. Bless God, forever!

TEXT:

John 14:26; (AMP).

“But the Helper (Comforter, Advocate, Intercessor—Counselor, Strengthener, Standby), the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name [in My place, to represent Me and act on My behalf], He will teach you all things. And He will help you remember everything that I have told you.”

Home

Once I wandered along

in the darkness of night.

I was so far from God;

He was nowhere in sight.

Then I saw I was lost

and in my despair

I fell to my knees . . .

trying to utter a prayer.

Satan tried to imply

that the Bible was a lie

and Jesus didn’t love me

and that I was doomed to die.

But I stayed on my knees

doing my best to pray

asking Jesus to take

all my burdens away.

I had fallen so low

in sin and in shame

that it seemed almost hopeless

to trust in His name.

But I lifted my voice

and cried in despair

and Jesus heard me

and He met me there.

Now the old life is over,

my sins are forgiven

because Jesus has paid

for my way into heaven.

I am safe and I’m loved

and I’m never alone.

What a wonderful feeling

it is to be “home”.

Moonbeams [9/21/2025]

INTRO:

Some things in this life can be so attractive. Before we know it, we can be drawn in to something we never intended to partake of. We find ourselves being swept away, sometimes like a lamb to the slaughter. At the same time, God has words of wisdom for us, if only we would turn toward Him, listen, trust, and obey. What about you? Are you still chasing moonbeams?

TEXT:

1 John 2:15, 17; (NLT)

Do not love this world nor the things it offers you, for when you love the world, you do not have the love of the Father in you . . . And this world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who does what pleases God will live forever.

Matthew 6: 33; (NKJV)

But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Moonbeams

Let's run with the crowd; let’s have some have fun.

Life’s short they say; we only live once.

Let’s go for the gusto; let’s reach above the clouds.

I hear so many sayings for cryin' out loud!

The world could be my oyster and my hat-rack a star

if I’d just take a ride in this luxury car.

And drink from "this" fountain on my overseas trip,

all my friends would envy me; I'd really be “hip".

If I’d wear this perfume when I went on a date,

romance’d be “in the cards”, spelling out my fate.

The hair-do makes the woman, the clothes make the man,

but nothing could be finer than a California tan.

The world has so many clever messages for me

about finding happiness and about being free.

I do try to model the things I ought to follow,

but it’s like trying to catch a moonbeam in a bottle.

There’s another message though, that’s touched my very soul.

It doesn’t offer power, fame, or riches as a goal.

It’s all about the One who made the land and the seas.

He created all the stars, so the night could clearly see.

He dressed the oceans and filled the shores with sand.

He made every creature through His all-wise commands.

And while He looked at everything and said that it was great,

He didn’t think it was complete ‘til He made man and mate.

I know that I’ve been fearfully and wonderfully made.

There’s nothing this old world could offer me for which I’d trade.

He’s renewed my spirit and caused my heart to see

how He can put a moonbeam in a bottle just for me.

A Taste of Beauty [8/3/2025]

INTRO:

According to general statistics, there are over eight billion people in the world but only one third of us are counted as Christians (including Catholics and Protestants). That’s a low number! And it’s probably because “salvation” is foolishness to those who don’t know the Lord. Spiritual truth can only be understood with the help of the Holy Spirit; it’s not an “intellectual matter”, (see I Corinthians 1:18).

The Bible also says the job of the Holy Spirit is to convict people of their sins, of God’s righteousness, and of the coming judgment, (see John 16:8) As we read God’s word we find so many of His promises. They’re for us because He loves us and wants no one to perish.

Furthermore, we all have folks in our lives (like moms and dads) who have gone before us, accepting Christ as Savior. Do you know Jesus? If not, you can call on His name, anytime. Or, is there someone in your life who does know Him? Why not reach out to them? A Christian life is a transformed life, now and for eternity. Open your heart to the Lord, Jesus, today.

TEXT:

I Corinthians 1:18; (NKJV).

“For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.”

John 16:8; (CEV)

“The Spirit will come and show the people of this world the truth about sin and God’s justice and the judgment.”

GOD’S PROMISE

We’re born, we breathe, we live, we cry.

There it begins for you and I.

But as life weaves its tangled web

the world gets caught up in our heads.

We’re born...we breathe...we live...we cry...

and in seventy years we’re ready to die.

But God is merciful, gentle, and kind;

He had another plan in mind.

His Son who lives forever more

will gently tap at your heart’s door.

He says, “If you’ll invite me in,

I’ll help you live without wanting sin.

“I’ll walk with you and we’ll commune

and those seventy years will pass by soon.

Then you’ll be blessed with quietness

which I’ve prepared for your perfect rest...

“...with relief from wicked, weary ways

that have plagued you on earth all of your days.

Even if you’ve known me just a little while

I’ll give you joy that will brighten your smile.”

Now, just as “Paw-paw” has come to me

and I accepted the sinner’s plea,

God will make a place to include you

if you simply come as you’ve seen Dad do.

So, call out to Jesus to forgive and cleanse

and He’ll forever be your faithful friend.

Yes, a friend of sinners to you and me,

His love will fill you for all eternity.

Your Smile of Love [8/17/2025]

INTRO:

While many Christians possess tremendous gifts and talents, we sometimes wonder where we fit into the scheme of things. Perhaps we feel our gifts and abilities don’t measure up and we wonder how we can serve the Lord in meaningful ways. Jesus said in Matthew, chapter 22, that we are to love God and love our neighbor as our self. These words came from the very Son of God. Loving others as we would love ourselves is something all of us can do. It doesn’t take any special talent; we just need to be willing and seize opportunities when they arise. Obeying this commandment will place us squarely within the Lord’s “scheme of things” which would greatly please Him. Just like the grateful person in today’s poem, we can be that encouraging witness in someone’s life. How are you serving the Lord these days?

TEXT:

Matthew 22:37-39; (NLT).

“Jesus replied, ‘You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. A second is equally important: love your neighbor as yourself.’”

YOUR SMILE OF LOVE

I wish I knew a way

that I could tell you thanks

for leading me away from all

the dark and stormy banks...

...that I had walked beside so long

without a hope in sight

because my life was oh, so empty;

more than the darkest night.

But then you shone the light of Christ

into my stormy world

and spoke to me in words of love

such as I’d never heard.

Your smile of kind forgiveness

more gentle than I’d known

came from somewhere in your heart

where words of love are sown.

It was a beam from deep within

as I’d never seen before.

It glowed much clearer than mere words

like a wave touching the shore.

Yet so fulfilling was its essence

like a misty summer rain

that washes clean those things unclean

so often flogged with pain.

So, now with the breath of life within

that came from God above,

the question is what would I do...

...had the Lord not given me...

...your precious smile of love.

W W W . k A T H Y v E E R . C O M

Contemporary Christian Music Artist With Gospel and Jazz Influences

INSPIRATIONAL POEMS

I Give You Love [2/22/2026]

The Crossroads [3/8/2026]

I Give You Love [2/22/2026]

Sinless Anger [1/25/2026]

The Joy of Heaven's Glory [1/11/2026]

How It All Happened [12/21/2025]

Falling Leaves [12/14/2025]

Ham-hocks 'n beans [11/23/2025]

Never Forget [11/9/2025]

Storms [11/02/2025]

Home [10/5/2025]

Moonbeams [9/21/2025]

A Taste of Beauty [8/3/2025]

Your Smile of Love [8/17/2025]