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About dforchrist

I am a 60+-year-old Christian, live in Indiana with my husband and 3 cats, and love Jesus. God has been giving me the ability to write incredible poems lately as well as the urge to share them. I pray they touch you as He intends.

Better, Not Bitter

Posted on November 10, 2013 by dforchrist

image courtesy quotesvalley.com Better, not Bitter God says to love our enemies And pray for those who hurt And use us so despitefully Or treat us just like dirt. That’s not an easy thing to do When feelings are so … Continue reading →

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I’m Thankful

Posted on November 9, 2013 by dforchrist

I’m Thankful I’m thankful for my family, My friends and those I love. I’m thankful for sweet birds that sing And blue skies up above. If I could list each blessing that I’m truly thankful for, I’d need a million … Continue reading →

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God’s Grace

Posted on November 3, 2013 by dforchrist

I’ve always found Jesus’ first miracle to be rather puzzling. Turning water to wine at a wedding? Seemed a bit insignificant to me for His premier miracle. Since I believe that there had to be some great significance to it, … Continue reading →

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Sow What

Posted on October 24, 2013 by dforchrist

I heard a short devotional on the radio where the man said, “If you don’t like what you are harvesting, maybe you should change seeds.” I really liekd that and the thought stuck with me all day. This poem came … Continue reading →

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Prayer Force One

Posted on October 3, 2013 by dforchrist

Someone on the radio was talking about a group that was touring the country on a bus they called, “Prayer Force One.” I really liked that play on words, so I wrote a poem using that phrase. Prayer Force One … Continue reading →

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The Gospel

Posted on October 1, 2013 by dforchrist

The Gospel Jesus Christ was God made flesh. He lived and did not sin. He died for us at Calvary Our souls to finally win. Three days and nights, death held Him there Inside a cold, dark tomb, But then … Continue reading →

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New Heart, New Spirit

Posted on September 28, 2013 by dforchrist

Sorry for the long delay in posting. This month has been a bit crazy. I hope you’ll find this poem worth the wait. I’ve been running into this passage rom Ezekiel in many contexts lately and tonight, when I prayed … Continue reading →

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We Are Christian

Posted on September 5, 2013 by dforchrist

I usually think of parody songs as being funny versions of “real” songs. This isn’t a funny version, but it is a take off of a good oldie, so I’m not sure if it’s technically a parody or what. Disclaimer: … Continue reading →

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Prayer Time

Posted on August 27, 2013 by dforchrist

A friend at church mentioned making bookmarks with maybe a little poem to remind people to pray every day. Together, we came up with these. On one side is a list of suggested prayer topics. On the other side is … Continue reading →

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You’re No Accident

Posted on August 24, 2013 by dforchrist

I heard a podcast where Chuck Missler was talking about what a miracle every baby is. Of course, we all know that, but he was pointing out how Psalm 139 and Jeremiah 1:5 (Before I formed thee in the belly … Continue reading →

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