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INTENDED TO TURN YOU FROM SIN Poem Devotional

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Don’t you see how wonderfully kind, tolerant and patient God is with you? Does this mean nothing to you? Can’t you see that his kindness in intended to turn you from your sin?
– Romans 2:4(NLT)
INTENDED TO TURN YOU FROM SIN
A poem and essay by ILMA
What makes you turn away from a God who gave you all?
Haven’t you learned from Adam and Eve’s fall?
Do you not see how forgiving and patient he is with you?
Does it mean nothing when he wants your mind renewed?
When God showers us with his mercy, grace and blessings
He wants us to run away from sin so there will be less suffering
He intends for us to live in his promises and in his will
This is the only way we can have victory over the devil.
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When you were children, weren’t your parents very protective of you? They taught you not to touch things that can hurt you. They warned you about the dangers of speaking with strangers or they told you to never disobey them when rules are set. Parents are not just doing these to make children suffer. They want to ensure their safety. God is the same way with us. He gives us all we need so we can be equipped to fight evil. The bible reminds us how God is so wonderfully kind, tolerant and patient so we can turn from sin.
PRAYER
Lord, let me never forget your goodness and protection.
REFLECTION
Share with us a time when God showed you kindness, tolerance and patience.
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For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

CALLED TO DO GOOD Poem Devotional

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August 2
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For God called you to do good even if it means suffering just as Christ suffered for you. He is your example and you must follow his step. – 1 Peter 2:21 (NLT)
CALLED TO DO GOOD
A poem and essay by ILMA
What is your purpose in life?
Isn’t it to bring joy and light?
Christ suffered so you can be free
He wants you to be able to see.
Jesus is the example that you must follow
He pulls you out from being shallow
You are called to do good and to avoid evil
If you follow Christ, you will piss off the devil.
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All people are essentially good. We were made in God’s image, so we must always remember that our default setting is to be like him. Our make is designed to righteousness. The enemy does his best to reset it to do the opposite of what we were created for. The devil infiltrates our minds with lies and later on attacks our heart as well. This is why the bible always reminds us to guard our hearts because Satan is after it.
You were called by God to do good even if it means suffering just as Christ suffered for you. He is the epitome of goodness and the perfect example for us to follow. The authentic Christian is not just a talker but a doer. Christ came so we can overcome evil through acts of love and humility.
PRAYER
Lord, help me to always remember to do good.
REFLECTION
What lies have the enemy told you that challenge your goodness?
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For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

PURSUED BY GOODNESS & UNFAILING LOVE Poem Devotional

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May 21
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Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever. –Psalm 23:6 (NLT)
PURSUED BY GOODNESS & UNFAILING LOVE
A poem and essay by ILMA
What would you do if someone chases you relentlessly?
How would you respond to unfailing love given freely?
Wouldn’t your heart leap for joy when you are wooed?
Won’t you eventually respond when you are pursued?
Jesus Christ hunts us unceasingly and faithfully
He will never stop loving us unconditionally
How do you respond to such passion and fervor?
Will you be able to resist such loving offer?
When someone wants to give you forever
Will you say no to a happily ever after?
When you are pursued by someone like Christ
How can you ever say no to a life full of light?
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Courtship is a very essential part of the relationship between a man and a woman. It is at this stage that they get to know each other and grow their closeness in preparation for a deeper commitment should their love for each other grow. Sadly, many people nowadays don’t put much value on this essential stage of a loving relationship.
The bible tells us how Jesus pursues us by his goodness and unfailing love. He doesn’t stop or give up on us. His unconditional love is amazing and incomparable to any human relationships.
PRAYER
Lord, I am thrilled that you pursue me unceasingly.
REFLECTION
How do you respond to Christ’s pursuit of your heart?
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For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com