#29 GOD'S WAYS ARE HIGHER THAN MAN'S WAYS

God's ways are higher than man's ways.  God's thoughts are wiser.  No sense wasting time trying to figure it all out.  Just go with the flow of the Holy Spirit and this is what you did.  The more you did this the closer your relationship because resulting in an inner knowing when you did not have a witness on something.  i.e. In conversation with someone and they say a one liner that you know is not true....because you got a check in your spirit...like a pulling back, or a red light within.  Obeying the nudgings of the Holy Spirit became a habit that prevented much chaos and confusion.  

Though you encountered trials and temptations, you thought were difficult, you also were spared much darkness because of the habit you developed.    The more you continued to listen, learn, obey, the more strong those spiritual muscles became until you were able to soar high above many storms, into a tranquil area.  As you were bathed with peace that passes all understanding, you did not see a lot of the conflict that was encountered below by others.  Your protection occurred due to your obedience to press in to the heart of God and in doing so you heard the voice of the Holy Spirit.  

Your expectations are a result of what you have fed your spirit.  Expectations of others will differ greatly.  Opinions are given freely and repeatedly, yet it is only God's opinion that truly matters.  Consequently, keep listening to God and your expectations will happen.  In fact, God will do exceedingly far above your greatest expectations...He is able.  The decision is yours.....choose your "habits"....develop spiritual muscles....pray and obey....listen to the voice of the Holy Spirit daily...always be expectant.  The best is yet to come.  Glory to God.

#28 RUN WITH THE VISION

Your decision to believe and run with the vision also affects others so when you stand strong, your faith encourages anyone else that is part of the vision.  To tell people about your vision is not wise because they will not have the faith you do, to believe, since it was your spirit that heard the Holy Spirit and faith was immediately birthed.  Faith is...confidence in God.  By continuing to listen to the Word of God, what you believed would happen, became a stronghold in your life.  A stronghold of faith was created as you continued to proclaim your vision, which was actually words that watered the seed of that vision.  

Words are seeds.  Words need to be watered like seeds in a garden need water.  Water is by the washing of the word of God.  As you read the Word the seeds of faith were watered and continued to grow stronger.  Not only did faith become stronger; you matured spiritually by developing spiritual muscles.

Yes, like the Eagle that soars higher and higher your decision to believe the Holy Spirit resulted in much spiritual growth.  Strongholds are not built in a day.  Strongholds are a result of a habit that has been formed in your life.  A habit such as regular prayer, reading of the Word, hearing the Word, become strongholds within.  Like muscles that become stronger gradually, by lifting weights repeatedly, you developed spiritual muscles without even thinking about that aspect.  

Little things make a huge difference when they become a good habit in your life and this is a classic example.  Someone who hears about your vision will not have the expectations you do, so their negative words can reduce your energy.  It is better to learn to encourage yourself in the Lord, like David did  than to tell others.  Guard your spirit from defilement, contamination.  Doing this proved to be a huge assistance to you and is one main reason you were able to keep believing for not one or two but several years.

EXPECTATIONS

#30 EXPECTATIONS 

The Expectations of others is never identical to your expectations.  You captured the vision of your future, proclaimed it, pursued, published accordingly, stirred up your faith, persevered tenaciously, from the get go.  From the moment you heard from God and knew that you knew that you knew, you ran with the vision.  Doubt was not a factor, nor was fear.  You made a decision immediately to believe the voice of the Holy Spirit and keep believing until manifestation of what you heard.  

Throughout the following months and even years, you kept tuned in to the voice of the Holy Spirit, to hear and/or see a glimpse of another piece of the puzzle he wanted to reveal to you.  The puzzle of your life grew as did your faith because your Focus was on God, your Faith was in God, and your Faith was in God's Word.  

Since it was you that heard the voice of the Holy Spirit, it was only you who had the opportunity to believe and not doubt.  Believe that familiar voice within.  Believe that what you can not do...God can and will enable you.  Your decision to grab hold of the vision immediately, was wise because it prevented the enemy from confounding the situation by bringing fear, doubt, questions that trigger more fear and indecisiveness.  The more quickly a decision is made, the less the mental pressure.  It is really a "no brainer".  Noah obeyed the instruction to build the Ark.  Where would  we be today if he had not done so?

#26 HEARING THE VOICE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

Hearing the voice of the Holy Spirit is something God taught me three months after I got saved because that is when I received the baptism in the Holy Ghost.  It is one of the most important things a person can do; pray for and receive the baptism with the evidence of speaking in tongues.  It is God at work, and is found in the book of Acts.  Acts 2:4 "And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance."

As I wrote, I did not just release words and emotions, I released pain that had been stuffed deep inside too.  Tears flowed and it was not uncommon to see me sitting with a pot of tea, box of tissue, and typewriter as well as paper and pen.  God was performing spiritual surgery as I wrote.  That was not something I was thinking about because at that time I was not looking at the "big picture".  I was only focused on what I was writing about.  Consequently, slivers were removed, arrows were pulled out, spears, and wounds were cleansed and healed, filled with love, and sealed shut. I call that "Restoration"...and it was happening to me on the inside as I wrote.  

God was doing an exchange...exchanging the "ashes for beauty".  Far more significant than an oil change in a car.  This was done supernaturally by God as I simply exercised the gift of writing.  For sure God sees the "Big Picture"...and He does not overlook anything.  I serve a God with Whom details are very important.  He gave Noah details on how to build the Ark, and He still gives details on how to do things. 

Follow me like the a heart inside my heart and feel what I am feeling when I write.   Now that makes me want to write on the 'anointing'...as things dovetail.  


(Continued on #27)

#25  YOU HAVE TO USE  IT TO DEVELOP IT 


You have to use something to develop it... I was developing an ability to tune in to the Holy Spirit without even thinking about that aspect of it all.  Not to mention my prayer life increased because I would pray and say simply..."Lord, what do I write about tonight...inspire me please."  Then I would pick up the pen and just do my best to get in the flow of the Holy Spirit.  It blessed me to read it afterwards, so I believed it would bless others too.  I knew God was in it and my trust was in Him, so I kept writing.

My dad saw my diligence and he used his skills to do something very special for me.  He built me a little wooden desk, left handed no less.  Drawers only on the left side.  :-)  It was such a joy when he surprised me with the desk.  The yellow legal pads are still clear in my memory though that was decades ago.  Nevertheless as I kept writing...about four hours every night, 10-2 a.m. it was tiring for my fingers, as well as quite time consuming.  

Apparently God thought so because He moved on the heart of someone to give me an IBM electric typewriter, and a good office chair.  I was moving on up in the world... :-) First the desk, then the typewriter and chair...that I did not even pray for.  God was honoring His promise in Matthew 6:33 "Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you."  He is faithful!  I recognized His faithfulness to me.  It was humbling.

The years continued and the writing continued, hundreds of poems, several books over the years, yet not published.  I lived it, then wrote it.  Even though not published, the desire and passion to write was so strong it had to be done....... whether my work got published or not.  I figured at least I got it written and if I wasn't here, someone would get it published at some point.  

All I knew was I did not have the funds to put it in print, so I focused on writing.  I am not a quitter and God is faithful so I decided not to fret, but to be productive.  From a word, to a sentence, to a paragraph, to a page, to a chapter, to a book.... and all over again.  I wrote about Jesus and how he revealed himself to me on a daily basis.  

(Continued on #26)

#24. PS.45:1 "My Tongue Is The Pen Of A Ready Writer

Six weeks after I committed my life to the Lord Jesus Christ I started writing poems one after another and another.  It was so easy to do, yet I had only written two in all my years prior to locking in with the Lord, so I knew Writing...is a Gift from God.  

In fact,  each time I opened my Bible, or someone else's, it would somehow open to Psalms 45:1....which states: "My tongue is the pen of a ready writer...".  That happened so many times it scared me. I almost didn't want to open the Bible because it was uncanny, finding this same verse again and again.  After all, at that time I did not even know where Psalms was found, let alone open to that very verse.  No wonder it was somewhat unnerving.  

So much so that I started asking people what it meant.  They did not know so I kept reading it until finally the light bulb came on and I knew that I KNEW... it was for me; so they did not nave to understand it necessarily.  The words were for me because God was telling me He anointed me to write.  After that, I applied myself and in three months had 50 poems, followed by many testimonies.  I write what I live and I have lived through a lot, to the glory of God.  

Having a gift and using a gift are two different things.  I knew I had that gift within.  I then had to learn how to release it by faith.  It was like turning the faucet on and out came the water.  As soon as I put paper in front of me, and a pen, I simply could not leave the page empty.  I would start a sentence and that was all it took to continue.  

Words just kept coming and I could hardly wait to see how this would end because I knew God was inspiring me.  Somehow it always came around to something about Jesus and a point was made, a lesson was taught, etc.  It was astounding to me because I never had any teaching to do such a thing...and the more I did it the more the anointing intensified.  

(Continues on #25)

#23.  GOLD MINE OF HUMOR  

Humor is incredibly important.  Having a sense of humor is even more important.  Exercising a healthy sense of humor is at least as important as taking vitamins daily.  A good laugh massages the liver!  Helps you relax! Smile...you are on your way... :-)

I was amazed when I found so little to read online about this topic. At least humor that stimulates a good laugh and is not at the expense of someone else.  Humor that does not cross lines, and is simply good clean fun.  Jesus gave us an ability to laugh for a reason. Maybe we should study that out a bit and find out when he laughed and why it is so important. After all, it is not like we have to go buy it like Vitamins...we have it Within. Do we exercise it? If not, why not? I am thinking it is a "GOLD MINE" that has not been 'tapped into'. I plan to do some 'tapping'.  Kinda makes me feel like a woodpecker, but that is okay.

Anything of great value usually has to be resurrected.... so to speak... like Diamonds... Oil... & 'Humor!"  Makes you think doesn't it... I pray we all 'Have' a sense of humor and 'Exercise' it daily.  Release the joy within...a good belly laugh never hurt anyone except the person laughing so hard their belly hurts.  How many times have you heard someone say:  That felt sooooooo good...having a good laugh like that.  I have not had such a good laugh for ages!!  I challenge you to exercise your sense of humor... spread a little joy in the house!!   "A merry heart does good like a medicine".

 

#14  HEAD'S UP

The groundhog was chewing on the corn busily.
So busily…
The hunter’s gun
He did not see.

The wind was blowing softly.
The corn did sway.
It really, really was
A beautiful day.

Little did this groundhog know
It would be his last.
His days of chewin’ the farmer’s corn
Would soon be past.

The rifle was raised
Steadily,
While I leaned on the rail fence
Making sure I could see.

I plugged my ears,
Said a quick prayer,
Not quite sure whose side I was on.
Death was in the air.

He fired once.
Then once again!
That little creature
Suffered very little pain.

Silence filled the air.
A hint of sorrow too
‘Cause this job was not easy
For the farmer to do.

Farmers have tender hearts
Just like you.
Their calling is not easy.
They need prayer too.

I dedicate this song
To all the farmers out there
And I pray more people
Will lift you up in prayer.
‘Cause Jesus loves the farmer
Yes indeed…
And Jesus wants the farmer
To keep planting seed.

Head’s up! Head’s up! Head’s up!

Written by: Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God

PS. 45:1...My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.

 FYI:  When I was living on the farm, groundhogs were a problem to the farmer.  They can eat a lot in a short time.  Consequently to protect crops sometimes drastic measures were taken, as these song lyrics state.  This song was also recorded, and a friend's son renamed it: "The Groundhog Song."  His love for animals found this song too upsetting, so he would leave the room running when it was played. Little did he realize the farmer likely would have preferred to leave the field that day also, without..... having to do what he did.  

In life there are situations that must be faced, decisions that have to be made.  This was a classic example of being between a rock and a hard place.  Whether you are the farmer OR the groundhog!  Some decisions are easier than others.  Procrastination results in more pressure mentally and opportunity for the spiritual battle to intensify because the enemy has time to sow seeds of doubt, fear, etc. 

#22. LILY OF THE VALLEY 

Eight tiny expressions

Of delicate yet beautiful blossoms

Enjoying the sunshine

As they rest on the vine

Suspended in mid air

Yet secure is each one

Connected yet separate

Divinely done.

Is there anything

Too hard for God?

Surely not!!

Written By:  Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God  
PS.45:1 “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.”

#21. DO YOU KNOW JESUS MY SAVIOR?

DO YOU KNOW JESUS MY SAVIOR?
DO YOU KNOW JESUS MY LORD?
DO YOU KNOW JESUS, MY BEST FRIEND?
DO YOU KNOW HOW MUCH HE'S ADORED?

JESUS WAS BORN IN A MANGER.
JESUS WAS CRUCIFIED.
IT WAS FOR YOU & ME ON CALVARY
THAT HE SHED HIS BLOOD & HE DIED.

HE'S AT THE RIGHT HAND OF THE FATHER
PRAYING FOR YOU & ME.
WHY DON'T YOU ASK HIM INTO YOUR HEART.
HE'S THE ONE WHO CAN SET YOU FREE.

DO YOU KNOW JESUS MY SAVIOR?
DO YOU KNOW JESUS MY LORD?
DO YOU KNOW JESUS, MY BEST FRIEND?
DO YOU KNOW HOW MUCH HE'S ADORED?

DO YOU KNOW JESUS.....MY SAVIOR.......?

Written By: Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God

PS. 45:1 "My tongue is the pen of a ready writer."

FYI:  This song was birthed when I was recovering from radiation, chemotherapy, & lung cancer, years ago.

As I leaned on the Lord, these words flowed like a river of life until the song was written.  I call it the Gospel of Jesus Christ, In a Song.  (The Lord does know how to simplify truths.)

#20. THE TELEPHONE SONG  

IT'S JUST TOO MUCH.
YES, IT'S JUST TOO MUCH.
MY TELEPHONE RINGS AT 2 & 4.
2 & 4 & SOMETIMES MORE
AND IT'S JUST TOO MUCH.
THAT AIN'T WHAT MY TELEPHONE IS FOR.
NO, THAT AIN'T WHAT MY TELEPHONE IS FOR.

SO DON'T CALL ME
IF ALL YOU WANNA DO
IS HAVE A PITY PARTY....WOE IS ME....WOE IS ME....
NO.NO.NO.DON'T CALL ME!
AND DON'T CALL ME
IF ALL YOU WANNA DO
IS CRITICIZE YOUR FRIENDS & FAMILY....
NO.NO.NO.DON'T CALL ME
'CAUSE THAT AIN'T WHAT MY TELEPHONE IS FOR.
NO, THAT AIN'T WHAT MY TELEPHONE IS FOR!
BUT:

IF YOU NEED A PRAYER...
THEN GIVE ME A CALL
'CAUSE THAT'S WHY I'M THERE.

MY TELEPHONE....IS A TOOL OF SERVICE.
IT IS NOT.....A WEAPON.....
WHAT IS YOUR.....TELEPHONE...TO YOU?

IS IT A WEAPON........OR A TOOL OF SERVICE?
IF IT IS A WEAPON...........IT'S JUST TOO MUCH.........
 

BUT:
IF YOU NEED A PRAYER.......
THEN GIVE ME A CALL.....
AND IF YOU NEED A FRIEND....
THEN GIVE ME A CALL.....
'CAUSE THAT'S WHY I'M THERE...
AND THAT'S WHAT MY TELEPHONE IS FOR!
YES, THAT'S WHAT MY TELEPHONE IS FOR!!
RING......RING......RING......!

Written By:  Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God
PS. 45:1 “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.”

#19.  THE LITTLE BOOK 

As I walked up the sloped entrance to the public park
Admiring the 160 motorcycles parked alongside,
In the vine
I did abide. (John 15)
My hand held several Christian tracts (Freedom Rider)
Waiting to be handed out.
I prayed, “Lord, show me who to give these to.
Let there be no doubt.” (Prov.3:6)

About five steps later
I felt a gentle tug on my arm.
I turned and looked down at a child’s innocent face.
He said, “Um, how much do those little books cost?”
My heart filled with love.
As I looked into his questioning eyes
This eleven year old Chinese boy was spiritually hungry.
There was no disguise.

Somewhat hesitantly he asked me, “Did someone die?”
Again, my heart was full as I thought of Jesus and Calvary.
This boy had seen 160 bikes lined up as we entered the park at Niagara Falls.
Then God led him to me.
We sat by the curb
As I shared a beautiful love story. (John 3:16).
He then prayed with me the sinner’s prayer.
To God be the glory.

Squeezing the track “Freedom Rider” in one hand
He told me he had never been to Sunday school.
We shook hands then I hugged him briefly, my new pen pal.
God’s unconditional love is a powerful tool. (1Cor.13)
It is our greatest warfare weapon.
What do you do with the love God has given to you?
Is your cup full and running over?
Do you reach out and share with others or is “hibernating” what you do?

My prayer is that more people
Will see Jesus shining through you;
Through me too; and that His perfect will
We gladly do.
If God can move so mightily
Through a little book
Such as the track, “Freedom Rider”,
How much more through a person with a “Jesus” look?

Is Jesus shining through you
Or is He in the Bible only?
Ask Him to show you
Who others see.
Who do you reflect?
Are you all aglow?
Is Jesus someone
You really K N O W?

Written By: Linda Lou Jones
Glory To God
PS. 45:1 “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.”

                                            

#18.  ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS

Even though a baby can’t talk
He has ways of communicating with you.
His cry of distress reveals
When there is something YOU must DO.

Sometimes when he cries
Many tears are shed.
Sometimes there is noise but no tears
So you leave the baby to rest in bed.

If you pick him up each time he makes a noise
He will be spoiled for sure.
His smiles and gleeful “goos and gaaas”
Are easy to endure.

Body language is how babies converse,
Adults can converse this way too.
Be aware that others do not always interpret
The same way that you do.

Discernment must be used.
A persons eyes reveal much
As does an unspoken word
And a tender gentle touch.

Jesus did not waste words.
Jesus was meek and gentle and kind.
Our strongest message could be when we walk away,
Turning our back on temptation…such obedience is hard to find.

Stray or obey?
May we all have a desire to do what is right.
Whether through speaking the Word, or through body language;
I pray our light is bright!

Written by:  Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God

PS.454:1 "My tongue is the pen of a ready writer."

#17.  THE RECIPE 

GOD IS LOVE & LOVE IS THE RECIPE.
JESUS SAID: “LOVE ONE ANOTHER
AS I HAVE LOVED THEE…”

WHEN YOU FORGIVE
THOSE THAT HAVE DONE WRONG TO YOU
GOD WILL BE FAITHFUL TO FORGIVE
YOU YOUR SINS TOO.

GOD DOES NOT
ALWAYS GIVE YOU WHAT YOU WANT
BUT HE ALWAYS GIVES WHAT IS BEST FOR YOU
‘CAUSE HE LOVES YOU.

GOD IS LOVE & LOVE IS THE RECIPE.
JESUS SAID: “LOVE ONE ANOTHER
AS I HAVE LOVED THEE…”

I CHALLENGE YOU
TO MAKE JESUS SMILE.
HE IS WITH YOU RIGHT NOW & HE’S WAITING.
HE’S BEEN THERE ALL THE WHILE.

GOD IS LOVE & LOVE IS THE RECIPE.
JESUS SAID: “LOVE ONE ANOTHER
AS I HAVE LOVED THEE…”
JESUS SAID:
LOVE ONE ANOTHER
AS I HAVE LOVED THEE!

Written By:  Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God

PS. 45:1 “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.”

FYI:  I wrote these lyrics and recorded the song years ago.

The words bubbled up out of my spirit quickly

 As did the melody and another song was birthed.

Song Writing is a Gift from God.

I Am Very Thankful.

 

#16.   FIRE & WATER

                                  

Who says fire and water
Don’t mix?
When God puts it together
It’s a blend like no other.
The Master Artist
Makes no mistakes, no errors
Needs no eraser
Yet the artwork constantly changes
With every passing wave
Every ray of sun that breaks through
Every cloud that blows by
Making something so beautiful
Even more beautiful
Moment by moment
Because it is God’s way
Of revealing Himself
Day after day
To those who obey
“Blessed are the pure in heart
For they shall see God”
Matthew 5:8
They shall see the hand of God at work
Not just now and again
Not just in the fire and the water
But in the wind, the flowers, the trees,
In the Rainbow so bright
The storm clouds, the sun,
And the stars at night.
He’s here, there and everywhere
Wooing all to come in
There’s room in the Family of God
The blood of Jesus still cleanses sin
Hearts are touched from the inside
When Jesus is welcomed aboard
Nothing is too hard for him
Praise the Lord!
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only Begotten Son that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life.”
 

Written By:   Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God
PS.45:1 “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.”

#15.  CURIOSITY CONCEALED 

A simple small scroll
Housed within a corked bottle
Makes a statement
All by itself
As it rests peacefully
While remaining dry and secure
Leaving each viewer with a question
One wonders what is written therein.
Better still
Wondering who wrote the note
And why it was placed there.
Motive is as important
As a message is at times.
Since one can only guess
How about you becoming the individual
Who writes the little note...
What would your pen say?
Who would your target be?
What would your motive be?
Would the bottle be cast
Into the ocean, the sea, the lake
Or would you simply take a photo
So as to ponder over it eternally...
Ponder over this food for thought
As you ask yourself what would be written
If the Author was none other than
Jesus Christ

Written By:  Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God
PS. 45:1 “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.”

FYI:  My answer is:  "Believe!"

#13.  DAYS 'N NIGHTS 

(My Tribute Song To Truckers!)

I GOT MY DAYS & NIGHTS MIXED UP AGAIN
BUT THAT'S EASY TO DO
WHEN YOU'RE TRUCKIN' UP & DOWN THE ROAD
DAY & NIGHT TOO

WELL DO YOU THINK ABOUT THE TRUCKER
AND HOW HARD HE WORKS
WHEN YOU BUY YOUR GROCERIES AT THE STORE?
DO YOU KNOW HE WAS DRIVIN'
WHILE YOU WERE SLEEPIN'
MAYBE EVEN WHILE YOU DID SNORE.........!

THE STARS WERE SHININ' & THE MOON WAS OUT
BUT HE DIDN'T GO TO BED.
HE HAD TO GET THE LOAD DELIVERED ON TIME
SO EVERYONE COULD GET FED.

DO YOU THINK ABOUT THE TRUCKER
AND HOW HARD HE WORKS
WHEN YOU BUY YOUR GROCERIES AT THE STORE?
DO YOU KNOW HE WAS DRIVIN'
WHILE YOU WERE SLEEPIN'
MAYBE EVEN WHILE YOU DID SNORE.........!

THIS DRIVER EVEN SAID
A PRAYER FOR YOU
WHILE YOU WERE AT REST:
BUT THAT'S NOT ALL HE DID, MY FRIEND....
HE PRAYED YOUR GROCERIES WOULD BE BLESSED!

DO YOU THINK ABOUT THE TRUCKER
AND HOW HARD HE WORKS
WHEN YOU BUY YOUR GROCERIES AT THE STORE?
DO YOU KNOW HE WAS DRIVIN'
WHILE YOU WERE SLEEPIN'
MAYBE EVEN WHILE YOU DID SNORE.........!
  DO YOU THINK ABOUT THE TRUCKER
AND HOW HARD HE WORKS..........................?!!

Written by: Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God

PS. 45:1 My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.

                                                                
FYI: I wrote and recorded this song years ago.  Wrote it from inside the cab of an eighteen wheeler.  I traveled throughout the United States in an eighteen wheeler evangelizing on the CB radio as my husband drove.  Most of the time we hauled beef from Texas to Illinois, but other loads took us farther.  The first year I was in all but three States, so I paid my dues to write songs, poems, etc.  I did not drive, nor did I want to.  I was busy enough keeping the bunk area clean, making meals at all hours, singing, praying, ministering on that microphone, not to mention keeping my husband awake in the wee hours of the morning until we reached the dock area to get unloaded.


The next post will reveal more about hardships while traveling in such small quarters.  I've been single about ten years now and still have compassion for the trucking families who get the goods delivered....on time.  They do a lot of sacrificing, the husbands, and the wives, and children.  My brother drove for years and loved it.  He was not home much, but when he was we always knew he would have fresh stories to tell.  He never disappointed us.  In fact, I'm not sure who enjoyed the stories more; he as he told them or the rest of the family as we listened!  Bottom Line: We need to pray for and appreciate the truckers, especially long haul, for all they do!  After all, I haven't met anyone who does not...like to eat, and someone has to get the goods delivered.  If It Got There...A Truck Brought It!    (On that note, if I had a horn, I would blow it!) 

#12.              NO FUSSIN' 



WHEN YOU KNOW HOW MUCH JESUS REALLY LOVES YOU
YOU’LL FIND YOURSELF LOVIN’ HIM BACK TOO.
YOU’LL KNOW IN YOUR HEART THAT THERE IS NOTHING
TOO HARD FOR HIM TO DO.

HE’S THE GOD OF IMPOSSIBILITIES.
HE’S THE GOD OF THE MIRACULOUS.
HE SAVES, HEALS, & DELIVERS.
HE DOES IT WITHOUT ANY FUSS.

SO IF YOU NEED JESUS TO SAVE YOU.
OPEN YOUR DOOR, INVITE HIM IN.
HE’S BEEN A KNOCKIN’ & YOU KNOW IT.
ASK HIM TO FORGIVE YOUR SIN.

HE’S THE GOD OF IMPOSSIBILITIES.
HE’S THE GOD OF THE MIRACULOUS.
HE SAVES, HEALS, & DELIVERS.
HE DOES IT WITHOUT ANY FUSS.

SO IF YOU NEED JESUS TO HEAL YOU
REACH TOWARD HEAVEN AND RECEIVE.
HE SAID: “BY HIS STRIPES YOU WERE HEALED.”
REACH OUT WITH FAITH, AND BELIEVE.


HE’S THE GOD OF IMPOSSIBILITIES.
HE’S THE GOD OF THE MIRACULOUS.
HE SAVES, HEALS, & DELIVERS.
HE DOES IT WITHOUT ANY FUSS.

SO IF YOU NEED……DELIVERANCE…
JESUS PAID THE PRICE TO SET YOU FREE.
IN HIS NAME, I RELEASE EACH CAPTIVE.
I PROCLAIM FOR YOU…LIBERTY!

HE’S THE GOD OF IMPOSSIBILITIES.
HE’S THE GOD OF THE MIRACULOUS.
HE SAVES, HEALS, & DELIVERS.
HE DOES IT WITHOUT ANY FUSS.

Written by:  Linda Lou Jones
Glory To God
PS. 45:1 “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.”

 FYI:  Yes, these are song lyrics, recorded years ago.  One Saturday evening I wrote the song.  I always get the music and the song together.  If no music, it is a poem.  Most songs take about twenty minutes, a few take longer.  The thing I recall about this song is that Sunday morning when I went to church, we always went into the prayer room before service.  During that time the Sr. Pastor prayed also, and when he did, I heard him saying words that were in my song lyrics.  It was hard to keep my eyes closed in prayer because I was astounded.  


Here he was marching across the room adamantly proclaiming....."because Jesus...you save, and you heal, and you deliver!"  I told him later that he was praying my song lyrics and it blessed him.  God knows how to confirm something.  It was like warm oil stirring my heart with truth.  I love how God loves me...'No Fussin'! PTL (In case anyone does not know, "PTL"... simply means:  "Praise the Lord").   

#11.  GOD'S LOVE IN ACTION 

THE RED VELVET PETALS ON A ROSE
HUG EACH OTHER
TOGETHER
THEY MAKE SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL 

EACH ONE IS SIGNIFICANT
EACH ONE HAS A JOB TO DO
INDIVIDUALLY & 

COLLECTIVELY

THEY CAN NOT BE REPLACED
NOR CAN YOU!

LIKE THE PETALS ON THE ROSE…
YOU ARE NECESSARY…

YOU HAVE A JOB TO DO
YOU’RE PART OF WHAT MAKES 

THAT ROSE
SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL…

YOUR LOVE IS THE FOOD, THAT MAKES IT GROW
YOUR COMPASSION HEALS THE WOUNDS
YOUR PRAYERS KEEP IT ALIVE
YOU ARE GOD’S LOVE…IN ACTION!

THE RED VELVET PETALS ON A ROSE
HUG EACH OTHER.
TOGETHER,
THEY MAKE SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL

YOUR LOVE IS THE FOOD THAT MAKES IT GROW…
YOUR COMPASSION HEALS THE WOUNDS
YOUR PRAYERS KEEP IT ALIVE
YOU ARE GOD’S LOVE…IN ACTION
YES YOU…ARE GOD’S LOVE…IN ACTION!

Written By: Linda Lou Jones
PS.45:1 "My tongue is the pen of a ready writer."
Glory To God

                                                                                                                                                                FYI:  The above are lyrics to a song I wrote after looking at one beautiful red rose in a vase.  As I viewed its magnificence the Holy Spirit, my Master Mentor, revealed this analogy.  Hopefully you will be inspired to keep God's love flowing in your family and with everyone.  "Love Never Fails."       

#10. MY DADDY  

 He is a man that is "Frank",

Generous, honest, and sincere,

Gentle, kind, loyal,

It’s great when he’s here.

He brings warmth to the room

With his masculine physic.

His dark brown eyes

And a smile in his cheek.

He is always pleasant,

Easygoing and fun,

Friendly to all.

Foe to none.

He takes me to dinner.

He’s always buying treats.

He’s the reason for a happy face

On everyone he meets.

He loaned me his car.

He loaned me some money.

He never complained.

He’s a real honey.

He fixed the lawnmower.

He vacuumed the pool.

He repaired the car.

He’s no fool.

He’s a Husband.

He’s a Father.

He’s a Grand-pop.

He’s a Friend.

He’s not bad.

He’s my Dad.

I love him.

The End.

Written by Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God

PS. 45:1 “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.” 

FYI:  I had the honor of reading this poem to my Daddy  because I wrote it to him for Father's Day.  At that time

of our lives, I was always in church on Sunday.  He was surprised to see me show up on a Sunday morning early!

In my heart I was surprised at the instruction the Holy Spirit gave me because he told me to go and surprise Daddy.  I said I would go after church.  He said, "No, go now."  The inspiration to do so stayed strong so I obeyed.  Since that time....I have learned not to try to box God in, and not to be religious.  Just pray and obey.  I am so glad I did because I now understand that God was teaching me how to show "Honor" to my Father.  I might point out it was the only time in the past three decades that the Holy Spirit specifically told me to stay home Sunday morning.  "Forsake not the assembling of the saints..." Point made...I pray.  Okay, back to my testimony...

Daddy was sitting at the kitchen table playing solitaire, as I had seen him do hundreds and hundreds of times.

Especially during the past five years of his life during which time he had cancer.  Only during the last two

years of his life did I know Jesus as my Savior and Lord but Daddy saw a lot of changes that he knew

I could not do myself.  This got his attention plus the fact that people were praying for Daddy.  Long story short, 15 1/2 hours before Daddy crossed the finish line, I led him to the Lord.  Tears streamed down his cheeks in that hospital room as God did a deep work from within.  The wonderful song, "Amazing Grace" is especially sweet to my heart.  Without a doubt I know I will see my wonderful earthly Father, Daddy, again.  What a glorious reunion that will be.  He has been there since March '81, 31 years now and I can still see his face as clear as yesterday when I think of him.  The one verse from the Bible that I grabbed hold of was God's promise in Acts 16:31 "Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved, and thy household."  That means my immediately family.  One God, One Promise, One Daughter, One Holy Spirit inspiring me to pray with the faith God put in my heart and God honored His Word.  I give Him all the glory and use this testimony to encourage others that are praying for souls.  Never give up because God honors His Word.  He keeps His promises.  He is not a liar.  My dad was almost totally deaf and almost blind so I had to move past circumstances and believe God will do what He says.  He DID!  :-)  Acts 16:31 One of my Favorite Verses!  Glory To God

#9.  JESUS...JESUS!!  

JESUS. JESUS.
YOU'RE THE SUN ON MY SHOULDERS.
YOU'RE THE LOVE IN MY HEART.
YOU'RE THE LIGHT IN MY EYES.
THERE IS NO DISGUISE.

MY HEART IS OPEN
CLEANSED, PURIFIED
AND IN THE VINE
I CHOOSE TO ABIDE.

JESUS. JESUS.
YOU'RE THE CLOUDS IN THE SKY.
YOU'RE THE STARS THAT SHINE.
YOU'RE THE SUN & THE MOON.
YOU ARE THE NEW WINE.

MY HEART IS OPEN
CLEANSED, PURIFIED
AND IN THE VINE

I CHOOSE TO ABIDE.

YOU'RE THE TREES THAT WAVE.
YOU'RE THE LEAVES THAT FALL...
AND YOU ARE TO ME
MY ALL IN ALL

 JESUS...JESUS
JESUS...JESUS

JESUS....JESUS

J E S U S!

Written By:  Linda Lou Jones

PS. 45:1 "My Tongue Is The Pen Of A Ready Writer."

Glory To God

FYI:  The 'Song Lyrics' above were written quickly and unexpectedly.  I was in the habit of going for a long walk down the path the tractor and farm implements made across acreage on the farm where I lived.  The open fields provided a view across the land to the highway and to the Lake Ontario, as well as houses in the distance, and a few trees, barns, etc. 
                                                                                                                                This particular Saturday afternoon was an especially beautiful day, very sunny, billowy clouds, strong breeze as I returned from my walk.  It was common for me to sing to the Lord as I walked.  I had such a strong unction to sing that I had my arms up in the air as I walked, even ran and skipped a bit; my spirit was so joyful!  The further I walked, the higher my spirit soared!  On my way back to the house I started to receive words....lyrics to a new song, and the melody.  Then I started to run because the words were coming so fast...... how would I remember them all??? I did not bring a paper and pen with me! 


Almost frantically I ran into the house and hurriedly wrote these words that were recorded some time ago.  Not only was a song birthed; I learned a valuable lesson:  always take pen and paper or a recorder when I go for a walk, or anywhere for that matter.  When inspired to be creative, I will be prepared.  This time it worked out well, thankfully...because now.....every time I sing this song I am reminded of those days of special walks in the fresh country air. 


Sad to say, that house was demolished and replaced by a large Canadian Tire Store, in Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada. Nothing against Canadian Tire Stores, in fact I like shopping there...(except in that particular store).  The house is gone, but I praise God for my precious cherished memories!  That is something money can not buy.  Important to be thankful for little things, and big. As my motto says:  Small World...BIG GOD.  He positioned me in that beautiful old farmhouse and led me step by step across those fields.  Nothing is too hard for Him.  Jer. 32:27

#8.  AHHH..... SWEET...!  

Remember the phrase
"Ain’t love grand?"
Intertwined hearts
Connected uniquely
Blending together eternally
Matched so perfectly
Complimenting each other
Simultaneously
Yet such symbolism
Has no solid foundation
Without Christ within each heart
Millions who tasted the bitter pain of divorce
Know only too well what happens
When two do not remain solid in Christ
Oh that such pain would not reoccur
As lessons learned are not in vain
Oh that hearts are healed and matured
As spiritually souls are changed
Minds are renewed and transformed
With the washing of the water of the Word
Hearts are hungry for more and more
As they protect and guard their gates
Knowing to keep armor on always
And be on guard 24 7

How wonderful it must be
For God to see such transformation
As He looks down from on high
Delighted that his children are changing
Preparing for the Second Coming
As in Christ they abide.
A parent is proud of their children
When they observe maturity and change
As is Our Father
When His children yield
Pray and obey
What a wonderful goal
To make Him proud
Because of yielding and doing things
His way
Agreeing that I must decrease
He must increase
Oh that we all progress to such a degree
As daily we submit our will
To He.

Written By:  Linda Lou Jones
PS.45:1 "My tongue is the pen of a ready writer."

Glory To God

#7.  TRUST 

Trust and Truth
Go Hand In Hand
As Do Righteousness And Peace
Wisdom And Understanding
Pursued Diligently
By A Humble Heart
Connects Clearly With Like Kind
Trust Is Germinated
Trust That One Builds On
Trust Is Built
Trust Grows
Trust Is Rare
Trust Requires Honesty
Trust Requires Integrity
Trust Requires Discernment
Trust Requires Transparency
Trust Requires Total Truthfulness
Trusting One Another Is Proof Of Love
Love And Trust Blend Beautifully
Forming A Foundation So Firm
Christ Centered Completes The Equation
Resulting In Two Trusting Individuals
Daring To Love And Trust Completely
As Both Commit To Christ Centeredness
Trust So True And Rare
Results From Many Passed Tests
Truthfulness Is Good Fruit

Written by Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God 

PS. 45:1 “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.”

#6.  PERSONAL GETHSEMANE

That’s what this burden is:
My own personal Gethsemane.
This is why others do not understand
How I feel.
This is why it is so important
To come to you, my Lord, first
Because
You understand like no others.

Sometimes I call a friend first.
Then I realize I should have called on you.
Your arms of compassion are all I need
To comfort me.
Your grace is sufficient.
I know that now.
No human being can give me the security
That you give.

When the cross seems too heavy to bear
You remind me of one set of footprints in the sand.
Only one set, because you faithfully carry me
When the valley experience is more than I can bear.
You strengthen, uplift, and encourage me
In so many beautiful ways
That I am soon standing tall, and pressing on
Because I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

Others may look at me
And think I have no problems at all
But you and I know, Lord,
That everyone must pick up their cross daily.
We must crucify the flesh daily.
We must be hid in you.
We must deny self.
You must be number one, always.

Sometimes I look at others
And think they have such an easy life
But you remind me
I have not walked in their shoes.
It’s a two-way street.
Many people can drive a car
But when behind the wheel
Individual cars respond very differently.

So it is with us, these imperfect vessels,
As you live your life through us
You may inspire fifty people to do something
And each person will respond differently.
Some will obey immediately
And take that step in faith quickly.
Others will balk and pretend they didn’t hear you,
While others will argue with you.

Regardless of how we respond to you
Your response to us never changes.
You always respond in a spirit of love
Because You, God, ARE love.
If I slip You still love and lift me.
If I complain You don’t turn your back.
If I am tempted to give up
You touch me afresh and reveal yourself in some way.

Thank you for loving me so much.
Thank you for using me to bring glory to You.
I’m on this earth for a reason;
To be an extension of Jesus Christ.
Thanks for using this hunk of clay.
Thanks for loving, understanding, being so faithful, & for teaching me with such love.
My personal Gethsemane will never overcome me
Because I know you personally.

You were right Lord, in saying:
“Many are called, but few are chosen.” Matt. 22:14

It is no secret what God can do.
With Him... there are no limits.
Hallelujah!

Written By:  Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God
PS. 45:1 “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.”

#5.  MY CHILD 

When I look into your eyes
I know…..
If you are walking close to Jesus
Or if it is your own way you go.

Sometimes, I see your lovely smile.
Sometimes I see your face all aglow.
Sometimes I see the hurt you try to hide
When you aren’t sure which way to go.

But Jesus has the answers
To every burden you carry.
He is calling you closer, my child.
He says…”Come unto me.”

His arms are extended.
He is reaching out to you.
Give your burdens to him
Because he loves you too.

When I look into your eyes
I know…..
If you are walking close to Jesus
Or if it is your own way you go.

Sometimes, I see your lovely smile.
Sometimes I see your face all aglow.
Sometimes I see the hurt you try to hide
When you aren’t sure which way to go.

Jesus wants to help you.
He paid the price, for you to be free.
There is power, in his blood, my child.
Let him cleanse you right now.

He wants to use you.
Let him lead you day by day.
He is a Gentleman…
What more can I say…..?

Written by Linda Lou Jones

Glory To God

PS. 45:1 “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.”

FYI: Lyrics to one of my songs, recorded ages ago on cassette.

#4.  RAINBOW'S BREAKIN' THRU

Rollin’ down that highway
That’s what I’m gonna do
But I’m never ever alone
‘Cause Jesus said:
I’ll never leave or forsake you.

He lives his life through me
Every mile that I go.
He puts his words in my mouth
And I tell others how I love him so.

I get on the old C.B.
Call out to anyone.
Next thing I know there’s an answer
And soon we’re both havin’ fun.

I share how Jesus blesses me.
Talks to me every day.
He protects me & directs me.
All I have to do is pray.

It’s the same for my buddies
‘Cause Jesus loves them too.
Opening their heart, inviting him in
That’s all they have to do.

He’ll forgive their every sin.
Wash it away with his blood.
He’ll put peace & joy within their heart
When the enemy comes in like a flood.

‘Cause Jesus is the answer
They’ve been looking for.
He’ll make them a new creation in him
When they open their heart’s door.

He wants to be their Savior & Lord.
He wants to set them free.
The price has been paid.
It was all done…on Calvary!

ROLLIN’ DOWN THAT HIGHWAY.
THAT’S WHAT I’M GONNA DO.
BUT I’M NEVER EVER ALONE
‘CAUSE JESUS SAID:
I’LL NEVER LEAVE OR FORSAKE YOU.

If you are rolling down that highway
And my Jesus you don’t know
Just call out to him ‘cause he’s there
My friend, the Bible tells us so.

He’s been knocking on your door.
He hasn’t given up on you.
Put your trust in him right now….
He will see you through.

I’ll catch you on the old C.B. some day.
God will work it out.
For now I pray he blesses you
And that His promises you don’t doubt.

So ‘till I QSL with you again
Rainbow sends 3’s and 8’s.
I must go and praise the Lord some more
‘Cause my Jesus, he waits!

ROLLIN’ DOWN THAT HIGHWAY.
THAT’S WHAT I’M GONNA DO.

PRAISE THE LORD! PRAISE THE LORD! PRAISE THE LORD!
HALLELUJAH, PRAISE THE LORD!!!

Written By: Linda Lou Jones
PS.45:1 “My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.”
Glory To God

 FYI:  The above are song lyrics to a song I wrote and recorded on cassette long ago.
'Rainbow' was my 'handle' or 'nickname' on CB radio for many years
Before I committed my life to the Lord Jesus Christ.  
After that, my socalled 'nickname' became even more meaningful, 
As it is symbolic of "God's Covenant" with mankind.
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