Whoever does not take up their cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Matthew 10:38 When I hear the saying Take up your cross My mind pictures Jesus Suffering for the lost He did not have to bear it But He did so out of love He was obedient to His Father up above Father our crosses are not Nearly as heavy as Yours Even though it was our sin That was the cross You bore

Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come. Matthew 24:42 We are waiting on the Return of our Saviour Are you growing in God And seeking His favor Are you waiting with purpose And obedience to our God Are you seeking His Will Taking up His cause Father don’t let me be stagnant As I wait for Your return Fill me with a desire to serve You Help my ember for You burn

At that time you will be given what to say, for it will not be you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you. Matthew 10:20 Sharing your Faith can be hard But it is a command from your Lord This world can be hopeless for some Share Jesus and watch them soar Tell everyone about the love God has graciously given to you The hope for a future and How He makes you new Father help me share You Telling others all that You do Speak through me Lord So others can se

They will still bear fruit in old age, they will stay fresh and green, proclaiming, “The Lord is upright; He is my Rock, and there is no wickedness in Him.” Psalm 92:14-15 I’m going to start praying That I am a kind old lady That my words are sweet And I build others up daily As I grow older I pray the Lord will fill me with wisdom And I will seek His will so I can further His Kingdom Father help me continue to Share Your love even bolder So I will share His Light Even more a

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 Instead of fighting all Your battles alone Let the Shepherd lead you Through valleys and home Rather than facing the Goliaths Of this world by yourself Seek out your King and Ask for His help When on the mountain top Happily celebrating life Remember to thank the One Who helps You walk in His Light diane parkhurst

When you walk through fire, you will not be burned, the flames will not set you ablaze. Isaiah 43:2 I know when I walk into the Fire I will be protected by You When I cross the sea You Will be there to get me through Your faithfulness is great no Matter what the circumstance You are able to comfort and protect And by my side You will always stand Father You are with me in Whatever trouble or fear Your Holy Spirit will guide me You will make anxiety disappear diane parkhurst

Lord You are my God; I will exalt You and praise Your name, for in perfect faithfulness you have done marvelous things, things planned long ago. Isaiah 25:1 Lord You are my God Nothing is too big for You You can heal any disease and Each morning You make me new Lord You are my God No mountain is too high No valley is too low You are always by my side Lord You are my God You hear my cries Helping me overcome All the trouble in my life diane parkhurst

All scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness. 2 Timothy 3:16 God’s Word is alive and it Can help us when we are down It is God-breathed and holy Its truths are profound When we are in the Word God will use it to speak to us It leads us to still waters And brings us closer to Jesus Father instill in me a desire To read your Word constantly Meditating on your scripture So it comes to mind instant

Stay away ftom a fool, for you will not find knowledge on their lips. Proverbs 14:7 Boundaries are a necessary thing For protection of your mind and heart For a people pleaser boundaries Can be a hard thing to start There are people who will Manipulate and use you With no regard to the cost Or trouble that may pursue Father give me peace when I Have to set boundaries for others Remind me to pray for them but Help me not to be smothered Diane Parkhurst

I will praise God’s name in song and glorify Him with thanksgiving. Psalm 69:30 You can’t make me Stop singing God’s praises Kneeling to pray to Him Who gives me inspiration You can’t make me Stop reading God’s Word every day Meditating and memorizing All that God has to say You can’t make me Keep quiet about my King Singing His praises for all The love and comfort He brings Diane Parkhurst