# Title 10—Everywhere, Always 9—The Holy Spirit Goes 8—Who Is He? 7—Free Gift 6—The Reason For It All 5—Consequences and Cure 4—Final Chapters 3—Jesus 2—Mercy 1—Rapture # 10 Everywhere, Always
The simple things and beautiful, the things that turn out right,
The closest friends and family who’ll meet you in the night,
The sunny days and cloudy, I send—to make you grow,
These things all come from Me My child, don’t you know?
I loved you at your birth, and when you skinned your knee.
I loved you in high school, and beyond... can’t you see?
I led you through dark caverns, to help you to look for light.
And when you saw the sunrise, Your future became bright.
I saved you when you called Me, 1. then I said I wouldn’t leave. 2.
I’m still with you everywhere, always— 3. That’s a promise to believe.
1. Romans 10:13 2. Hebrews 13:5 3. Romans 8:35-39
gratefulsue 6/30/16 © 2017 gratefulsue
(for Jeff) # 9
The Holy Spirit Goes
Our adversary never sleeps But plans attacks of woes. Yet, when all seems dark and cold, God’s Holy Spirit goes.
Like sunshine in the winter, Or, signs of spring in snow, The saints can see the path Where God’s Holy Spirit goes.
For He brings life from death… Answers prayers God only knows. Where miracles and grace appear— God’s Holy Spirit goes.
gratefulsue 8/27/02 (C) 2015 gratefulsue # 8
Who Is He?
“Have you trusted Him, for your sins to clean? On Him—for salvation—did you wholly lean?”
“Oh yes, I tried that long ago. Although, it did not work, you know.”
“Did you believe Him to be divine?”
“Oh no, he’s just of the human kind. The Son of God; a teacher—yes, At most a prophet…I guess.”
“Information error! You are lacking much. He is not just a man, a pundit or crutch. Change your mind about Him—that’s the key. Believe He is who He claimed to be.” 1.
“Look at the evidence, then decide. You had not all the facts!” I cried “He bore our transgressions. How could that be… If regarding sin, He was also guilty?”
“Do you not know men called Him, ‘Lord’? He accepted worship from the ones who adored. He forgave sins! He rose from the dead! Jesus claimed to be God!” I said.
“Hmmm. I will think on this new slant. If you are right, I must recant.”
“You have not the Father lest you know His Son.” 2. “On this critical point, true salvation is begun.”
1. John 8:24 and John 20:27-29 2. 1 John 2:23
gratefulsue 3/19/00 (C) 2015 gratefulsue # 7
Free Gift
“ ’Tis free!” said the merchant, with winking eye— “Buy this, and get that…for free!”
“ ’Tis free!” said the Savior—“Forgiveness of sin. Take the gift which I purchased for Thee.”
One’s free, one isn’t. The difference is plain. You tell me whose offer you’d rather obtain.
gratefulsue 3/7/95 (C) 2015 gratefulsue # 6
The Reason For It All (a song)
Easter bonnets are for little girls, Colored eggs for the kids to run and find. Easter lilies brighten up the hall But, my Jesus is the reason for it all.
He is God, and That’s who He claimed to be. 1. Not just a man Who appeared in history. He arose from the grave And death’s cold grasp. He’s ALIVE! 2. And He offers life that lasts…
We sing lovely songs and hymns at church That make us feel so close to God above. We wear new clothes we bought just for today— But, is Easter more than just a holiday?
He is God, and That’s who He claimed to be. 1. Not just a man Who appeared in history. He arose from the grave And death’s cold grasp. He’s ALIVE! 2. And He offers life that lasts…
All you need is to come to Him in faith. Trust in Him, and your sins He will erase. Just decide if you think His claims are true Then accept the gift which Jesus bought for you.
He is God, and That’s who He claimed to be. 1. Not just a man Who appeared in history. He arose from the grave And death’s cold grasp. He’s ALIVE! 2. And He offers life that lasts…
1. John 10:25-33 2. Revelation 1:18
gratefulsue 3/18/89 (C) 2015 gratefulsue # 5
The Fall—Consequences and Cure
God allows our tears to come For He knows the source is from A perfect garden long ago: Man and woman first said, ”No.”
“No” to trusting their Father’s care, Wisdom, protection, provisions fair. What they sowed is what we reap— The price of independence...steep!
Toil, disunity, distance, fear, Tell the story year after year. “Turn from self, back to God, Before you leave this earthly sod!”
gratefulsue 1/18/94 (C) 2015 gratefulsue # 4
Final Chapters Revelation 21 & 22 (a song)
“Behold, I’m coming soon! Behold, I’m coming soon! My reward is with me.
And I will give…to everyone According…to what he’s done. I am Alpha, Omega!” 1.
Our Father, says “Now, The dwelling of God is with men, And He will live with them.” 2.
“The old has passed. I am making all new. There will be no more death, Or, pain for you!” 3.
“Behold, I’m coming soon! Behold, I’m coming soon! My reward is with me.
And I will give…to everyone According…to what he’s done. I am Alpha, Omega!” 1.
The Spirit and the Bride say, “Come!” Let him who hears say, “Come!” 4.
“Come! Come! Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!!” 5.
1. Revelation 22:12-13 2. Revelation 21:3 3. Revelation 21:4-5 4. Revelation 22:17 5. Revelation 22:20
gratefulsue 7/25/80 (C) 2015 gratefulsue # 3
Jesus
God in the flesh To earth come down. Arrives as a baby The world to astound.
Grows up to manhood To be like us all, Yet never stoops to The sin of the “fall.”
The Son of the Father, Savior and God. Our friend and example Judge and rod.
Man of miracles Wisdom divine— Of inspiration and Supernatural signs.
How could you come As a tiny child? How could a king be So gentle, so mild?
Humility mixed With a royal task Gave you honor, Made your kingdom last.
Truth embodied God let us see. Yet, able to laugh, To cry, to bleed.
Wonderful paradox: This man is LORD. Begging us choose: Disbelieve or adore?
gratefulsue 6/12/94 (C) 2015 gratefulsue # 2
Mercy
Mercy, compassion, I sorely need. Pity, forbearance, My friends indeed.
Though some think I’m “good,” Or, “good enough” now, I know the standard Before which I bow.
Awesome purity, Blinding light, Unwavering truth, Goodness and right—
Is my Maker’s character… His constant theme. In view of His holiness, How disgusting I seem!
Oh yes, I need mercy— Reach for it in tears, And humbly accept That which consoles my fears.
gratefulsue 11/7/93 (C) 2015 gratefulsue # 1
Rapture
Coming… the Rapture! Our Heavenly capture! One day we’ll be here— The next…disappear! 1.
Soon, I’ll see Jesus! 2. God’s Son sin-freed us! 3. He died for you too— 4. Has He made your life new? 5.
1. 1 Thessalonians 4:17 2. 1 Corinthians 13:12 3. Romans 6:22 4. 1 John 2:2 5. 2 Corinthians 5:17
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