Yesterday

Greetings, Dear Ones!

     I pray that all is well with you and your loved ones!

     How often have you found yourself wishing - like in your childhood games - for a "do-over?" Often? Seldom? Never?

     Have you wished you could, and have then been glad you can't?  

     Well, today's poem, short and to the point, treats exactly to that issue! And while we are at it, let us not forget that Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever! (Hebrews 13:8).

     Enjoy!

Yesterday

When I think of yesterday

There’s not much I can do,

But learn from any mistakes I’ve made

And see what better I can do!

And if yesterday has no regrets

Of things that can’t be undone

I gaze upon my triumphs

And tell myself: “Yes! Well done!”

Yes, I know thoughts of yesterday

All in all can go two ways

But thankfully in the Master’s Plan

I’ve a chance for a brand new day!

And since I can’t erase the past,

I will not dwell on it, 

My yesterdays, though a part of me

Now dwell in eternity!

YESTERDAY is HISTORY!

TODAY is a GIFT!

TOMORROW is a MYSTERY!

Where Were YOU, God!?!

Greetings, Dear Ones!

In a few short hours, we will be memorializing the events which occurred on Tuesday, September 11,2001 which have forever changed our world, and our way of life.

Two short days before, I had just returned from a wonderful vacation only to have that wonderful feeling disappear with the occasioning of the events of that fateful day.

The Memorial which follows was written that very evening, and it was the cry of my heart.

 

Memorial to the events of

Tuesday, September 11, 2001

Where were YOU, God!?!

Today, Father, I wondered where you were
When, in the blink of an eye
Death rained down from the sky.
Young men and women with no fear of your judgments
Willingly, gladly and with great glee
Gave up their lives to joyously destroy the myriad lives of the innocents.

We all gasped in shock when the first plane crashed
But then in another breath, we collectively grabbed our stomachs and groaned in deepest despair when Plane Number 2 swathed a hideous line of liquid death upon the heads of our beloved.

Oh, God, where were You?

                                         

This was no mere accident, this, Father, was murder most foul, with total disregard for the lives of your children.
We have not always listened Lord, but now you have our full attention
And, so, Father, now that I'm listening, please tell me, where were You?

My child, you do well to ask the question
Father, where were You?
I was standing guard, ever watchful, ever vigilant
I was there, in each aircraft, in each tower, with the police, the fire service, the doctors, nurses, volunteers and with the many ordinary citizens ensuring that the sacrifice was not greater.

I was with each person who sacrificed his or her life to make sure that there was no more death than was bearable for you.
I am here, now, waiting, watching, ever “hopeful” that you, my child of “free will,” will see me as I AM, and know that I AM GOD!

I am the Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End.
I am here, with you, always, even when you turn away from me and exercising your “free will” and at those times reaping the whirlwind.

I am here, now, waiting for you to turn your eyes, your ears, your hearts and your will over to me, so that I may take you to my bosom to cover you with my everlasting and sheltering wings.
My child, I plead with you to call on Me

Now, today, every minute, every hour, every day, Always.
I know all, I see all
I feel your pain and your grief
I am the Balm in Gilead, and I can, and will, heal your grieving soul.

You may not realize it
But, this, my child is the beginning of the end and what I do not hinder, I allow
I beseech you, turn away, turn away from the things of the earth,

Call aloud, call long, call ME, ask ME to hasten MY return and know that you and you alone can put an end to all earthly suffering.

I am ready, I am willing, I am able
I will conquer all – I will crush the evil one underfoot
Be as the wise virgins, have your lamps trimmed, look toward the eastern sky
Make your hearts hold all earthly things as fleeting
Accept my sacrifice, and
Look for Me, and you will see Me, as I AM. **BJC**


His Eye Is On The Sparrow by Kathleen Battle
God and God Alone by Daryl Coley
Prelude &Total Praise by Richard Smallwood and Vision
The Lord Bless You and Keep You by Octarium

Why Worry When...?

Why Worry When ...?

Why worry when

you cannot change the inevitable?

Why worry when

you cannot even the score?

Why worry when

the world is working against you?

Why worry when

you know the outcome is sure?

Why worry when

your hands are tied behind you?

Why worry when

your feet are nailed to the floor?

Why worry when

everything you touch turns into ashes?

Why worry when

you know He’s at the door?

Never worry when

you know He’ll send someone to aid you.

Never worry when

you know that He’s still in control!

Believe in His Love

your faith it will sustain you,

Give your praise to the Lord, and

Never worry when...! **BJC**

Today I am Counting ... BLESSINGS!

Greetings, Dear Ones!

Today, I am

Counting Blessings!

I awoke this morning and thought

“What a blessing!”

I looked at the sunrise and thought

“What a blessing!”

And then as I started my busy day,

It dawned on me and I thought to myself

“I’ve got a lot to be thankful for so I know I should 

be counting blessings!”

I sat down for a little while and did a short review

Yes, of course, there were blessings to count

And more than just a few!

Blessing No. 1 - I’d awakened today

Blessing No. 2 - I was healthy

Blessing No. 3 - inside the cupboard door

Blessing No. 4 - I was wealthy

I cast around inside my life

Looking for blessings to count

And as I concentrated on this

The blessings started to mount!

Blessing No. 5 - is hands that could work

Blessing No. 6 - seeing eyes

Blessing No. 7 - is ears to hear

Blessing No. 8 - I’m alive!

I thought some more and realized

So far I’d thought just of me

I’d not even touched on family and friends

Counting blessings could take at least a week!

I knew I’d never complete the task

Of counting the blessings that I had received

So I just gave up this impossible task

And instead thanked God on my knees!

As I got up from giving thanks

I vowed to count blessings each day

Even though the blessings are infinite

At least I can say “Thank YOU!” when I pray!**BJC**

New Page "The Choir" Added

Greetings, Dear Ones!

Please join me in praying for the Lord's blessing, the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, and the covering and protection of the Holy Angels for our children and their teachers, instructors, coaches, professors, administrators and security personnel who are returning for the first full week of school since the end of the Summer vacation! May Almighty God have mercy upon each and every one of them.

I have added a new poem page entitled The Choir.

This poem has an interesting story behind it:

 In my home church when I was a young lady, we had several accomplished singers. However, there was a particular Sister in the congregation who had two daughters who both had beautiful voices and, to hear her carry on, you would believe that she was instrumental in them having received their voices. And, of course, the goodly Sister never failed to let you - who "though" you could sing - know that you were no match in the singing department against her gifted daughters. 

Now, on any given Sabbath, you  could expect to hear one or both of the sisters singing, and on this particular Sabbath, every time an item of special music was announced, one of her daughters go up to "perform." Well, they were on a roll at that particular Sabbath evening's program, and the goodly Sister was in kiddie goat heaven!

I guess it was about the third announced item of special music when both daughters got up to go to the rostrum that their dear Mother outdid herself!

She jumped up and, proud as a peacock in all its glory, gleefully shouted: "My STARS!"

Without missing a beat, several of the other singers who has been stung by her insults on their talents responded: "Mon-STARS!"

Sufficed to stay, that was the end of that type of behavior.

Well, go have yourself a read, and have a blessed day at work, school, or at home, whatever your chosen activity.

BJ

New Page "Prayer for a Terminally-ill Friend" added

Greetings, Dear Ones!

     I hope that you are all well, and that you had an opportunity to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather we had today!

     On a somber note, I know that many of us, myself included, have had family and friends cut down in the prime of life due to the ravages of cancer, and for this reason, I have added a new page with a prayer entitled Prayer for a Terminally-ill Friend.

    It is not easy watching loved ones slip away, and I pray that this prayer will benefit someone.

    Let us bless the Lord all times, especially during the trying times where terminal illness is involved, and keep "pressing on the upward way!"

Be well, and be gloriously blessed,


BJ

 

New Poem Page Added entitled "The Lust, The Lust!"

Greetings, Again, Dear Ones!

     I hope that your day has been a blessed one!

    In line with the new format announcement, the first poem to get its own page is entitled The Lust, The Lust! 

    This poem is loosely based off of 1 John 2:16 which reads as follows: 

King James Version (KJV)

For all that is in the world, 

the lust of the flesh, 

and the lust of the eyes, 

and the pride of life, 

is not of the Father, but is of the world.

     Please have yourself a read, and please feel free to comment, AND don't forget to share!

Be well, and be gloriously blessed

BJC

Change in Format ANNOUNCEMENT!!

Greetings, Dear Ones!

     This is just a short note to let you know that, effective today, Thursday, September 4, 2014, I am changing the layout of SingOutMySoulToTheLord.

     I have decided that from hereon in, I shall be putting each poem and prayer on its own page so that you will no longer have to scroll through a rather lengthy page to find each day's offering. By so doing, you should have a much more comfortable interaction on SingOutMySoulToTheLord!

     I thank you for your understanding and consideration, and I look forward to your continued support.

     Be well, and be gloriously blessed,


BJC

New Poem entitled "I Believe in ME!"

Greetings, Dear Ones!

      I pray that you are all faring well on this lovely day!

     There are beautiful blue skies, the raucous chirping of many of our feathered friends, the hum of the fans and air conditioners as they try to cool the air, and the occasional sound of an offended cat to let me know that, yes, I am still alive, and thankful for it!

     Today's offering is a poem entitled I Believe in Me! which needs no explanation.

     Enjoy, and don't forget to share!

BJC

New Poem entitled "Talking to Jesus"

Greetings, Dear Ones!

    I hope that you all enjoyed the three-day weekend off!

    I have written a new poem entitled Talking to Jesus which pretty much summarizes the kinds of conversations we all have every now and again with our Jesus.

    Not so long ago, I had a conversation with a neighbor who told me that she "quarrels" with Jesus when she asks for help and He "ignores" her requests! I thought she had lost her mind!

    Another time she was complaining about some other problem, and I asked her why she had not prayed about it. She looked me dead in the eye and said: "I am not talking to Him, and He knows why!" Now I was really sure that she had lost her mind!

    In high indignation, I really thought she had not gotten the "memo" which said that the Lord always answers His children's prayer, and the answer could either be: "Yes!" "No!" "Wait!" or, as I coin it "Welcome to the pain!" i.e., My Grace is sufficient for you!

     After much thought, I realized that she was vocalizing what we all do at one time or another, and that she was being honest about her true feelings. She believed the Bible when it said that she was a child of the Heavenly Father, and because He said we may cast our every care on Him because He cares for us. And besides that, our Bible told her that outside of Jesus being Savior, Redeemer, Lord, and King, He was also our very Best Friend which meant that she could say anything to Him, without fear.

    Please have yourself a read, and "hear" her Best Friend's response. Also, if you have ever had yourself one of those "coming to Jesus meetings" with Jesus about your life and living, please drop me a line or two, I would love to hear from you on this topic!

Be well, and be gloriously blessed,

BJC

   

New Poem Added

Hello, Dear Friends:

     I hope that you all had a wonderful weekend, and that the new work week has gotten off to a good start.

     The new offering today is a poem entitled The Publican. 

     Enjoy!

Be well, and be gloriously blessed,

BJC

Greetings, and Welcome!

Greetings, and Welcome to All!

Welcome, Dear Friends, to the first of what is hoped to be many uplifting and comforting posts from SingOutMySoultotheLord!

This blog is being  published as my Missionary Contribution to our Brothers and Sisters in the Faith of Our Lord, Savior and Redeemer, Jesus Christ, and also as a means of spreading the Good News to those who are seeking after Christ and His Righteousness.

Everything that is written here is FREELY available for you to use in your Missionary Work. All I ask is that you do NOT sell anything that you acquire here. It is FREE for the furtherance of the Gospel of Christ, and should be used to bless others.

I appreciate your visit, and I look forward to seeing you again in the days, and weeks, ahead.

Be well, and be Gloriously blessed,

BJ

Pray or Party

Greetings, Dear Ones!

     I hope that all is well with you, and yours!

     For those of us in the United States of America, this is the last holiday before the start of the Fall season. This holiday is Labor Day which means barbecues, picnics, family gatherings, and more. It is also marks the "end" of Summer, and points to back-to-school time.

     If you live in Brooklyn, New York, this is the day of the biggest party in the United States. This day - the first Monday in September - for the last 50 years is the celebration called West Indian Labor Day Parade where it is expected that some 1,000,000 people will participate.

     It is because of this, and other reasons relevant to us Christians, that I have written a new poem entitled Pray or Party. The song of Praise is Take My Hand, Precious Lord.

     Let us as one body in Christ raise up the revelers to the Throne of Grace, and pray that by the end of the festivities, some soul will be drawn to call the Good Lord, Blessed.

     Please enjoy your day with your families, and endeavor in all things to put Our God first.

     May Holy Spirit comfort and guide you this day, and always, and may Jesus Christ be praised.

BJC



   

New Poem entitled "The Blame Game" added

Greetings, Dear Ones!

     Isn't it amazing that in less than 24 hours it will be September 1st!

     Summer is almost over, the children will soon be returning to school, and (sniff) we shall soon be back in cool weather clothing. Ah, well, that is life!

     Let us enjoy what we have in our hands today, and let tomorrow - when it comes - take care of itself.

     I have added a new poem entitled "The Blame Game" to the Uplifting Poetry Page. This poem is all about how some adults look at our young people totally forgetting that it is adults that gave these young ones life, and released them upon an unsuspecting world.

     Please have yourself a read, and please feel free to share and comment.

     Enjoy, and

Be well, and be gloriously blessed,

BJC

New Page Added entitled "My Testimony"

Greetings, Dear Ones!

     I hope that your day was blessed, and that all is indeed well with you, and your loved ones!

     I have added a new page entitled "My Testimony!" It is indeed my personal testimony, and it is written as poetry.

     "My Testimony!" is the story of my journey toward finding my way back home to the Family of Faith (not that I ever left), and it was written about eleven (11) months after I came close to losing my life in an accident.

      I have one very clear memory of that event when, as I was in a crosswalk, a vehicle picked me up and tossed me out of my shoes and sent me flying through the air: I remember being physically, and very slowly and gently, let down to the ground.

      Afterward, I was told that I should have been dead BUT The Lord obviously had very different plans for me.

     My health, life and living were changed drastically, but I am thankful to be alive.

     I believe with all my heart that I am, and have been, kept alive for a purpose, and I am willing, The Lord knows when He will be ready for me, and He will ensure that I am able to perform whatever task He has ordained for me.

     It is my prayer that some one soul may be blessed by this outpouring,

BJC




   

A Lovely Reminder based on Scripture, of course!

Greetings, Dear Ones, Again, Again!

    I am on a roll today!

    Three posts in one day! I like how this feels!

    We know that there is a being "out there" that takes pleasure in attempting to make us doubt the Living Word of Our Holy Lord. Well, here is a short work, based on that Living Word, to remind of the positions and assistance of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.

God the Father - He provides!

God the Son - you know He died!

God the Spirit - is the Guide!

and

Satan - well, you know he lied!

Almighty God - He sees, He knows!

Jesus Christ - He bears our woes!

The Holy Spirit - Comforts, restores!

and 

Satan - tempts us to ignore!

Satan says "Your battle's lost!"

Jesus says: "NO! I PAID YOUR COST!"

Holy Spirit, He abides, and

Almighty God still reigns on High!

FEAR NOT!

A Short Prayer - Humble Promise

Greetings, Dear Ones!

     It's Me, again!

    Here is a really short prayer promise, just for you.

    Please feel free to use, and share.

Humble Promise

Humble promise, gracious praise,

Oh, Lord, I'll love you all my days!

Let not Your Spirit from me depart,

Your Word to others, I will impart.

AMEN.

Be well, and be gloriously blessed,

BJC

In Faith - a Little Ditty just for YOU!!

Greetings, Friends!

     I hope that all is well with each and every one of you!

    The following is a little ditty that I wrote as a means of celebrating my faith in The Holy Lord.

    If anyone would like to put this to music, please feel free to do so, and, PLEASE, share same with the rest of us if you do!

In Faith

In Faith I see The City,

That Jesus calls my home.

On earth I have not plenty,

In Heaven I'll not know want.

By faith, I'll hold the promise,

Of land to call my own,

In a beautiful, wonderful City,

From where I'll never roam! 

Enjoy, and be gloriously blessed!

BJC

Happy Sabbath!

Greetings, Dear Ones, and Happy Sabbath to you and to yours!

     Another Sabbath Day has arrived where we come together to tabernacle with the Lord, to sing His praises and to rest in Him!

    Let us all give thanks to Our Almighty God for this time we can spend together, and for the myriad blessings He, in His Mercy, provided to us throughout the week just past.

    The offering today is a poem entitled The Raindrops and the Song of Praise is Be Strong in the Lord. You will also find A Prayer of Thanksgiving!

    I pray that you all will have a Blessed Sabbath day!

Be well, and be gloriously blessed,


BJC

Another New Poem Added

Greetings, Dear Ones!

     I hope your day was lovely!

     I have added another new poem entitled “Lord, Speak to Me!” which treats to the fact that we do indeed needThe Lord, and that we can't run far enough, nor be in too much trouble that He cannot fix!

Be blessed,

BJC