For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
How the years grow you
Not just in body, but mind
Seeking, asking, knocking
Embracing wisdom revealed
By the One who holds you
And knows the plans He has
Not to harm, but prosper you
Meet you where you are
With infinite, unfailing love
Oh, how blessed you are, child,
To be treasured by the Father!
Amen.
Thank you for your poetry, Martha.
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Thanks for stopping by, Victor!
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Hmmm I am wondering if she knows how special she is to you. LOL Wonderful tribute to her and to the Father's love and care.
ReplyDeleteI think Virginia has an idea that she's one special young lady, Bill. And yes, we are all treasured in the Father's sight.
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And we are all children, and we are all treasured.
ReplyDeleteAmen, Glynn! We are all, indeed, God's treasured children.
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Dearest Martha Jane,
ReplyDeleteGreat poem!
Virginia is sure blessed for being build up in the Faith.
May that foundation last her a lifetime and only that brings us true happiness from within!
Hugs,
Mariette
I'm so glad you liked the poem, Mariette, and I pray daily for Virginia to walk closer with God each and every day. He will guide her steps.
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DeleteWonderful words, Martha! Again, I'm struck by Virginia's natural beauty. How the camera lens loves her!
ReplyDeleteThe camera does love her, Myra, I agree. We are blessed grandparents, that's for sure. Glad you liked the poem, too. :)
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It is amazing how fast our littles grow up, isn’t it? To grow up, in the faith, is a beautiful thing. Love the poem.
ReplyDeleteNells, I must agree that our grands grow up too quickly, and with each passing day, I miss Virginia and her sisters more and more. But, I trust that God is working in all of them, shaping them into the persons He plans for them to be.
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His "infinite, unfailing love." Such hope in that, Martha. Thank you. Virginia must be a teenager by now? I always enjoy your poems. :) I hope you are getting stronger! Love and blessings to you!
ReplyDeleteVirginia will turn 12 in July, Trudy, so she's not quite at that teenaged stage. I do hope those years of puberty won't sully her spirit and good nature.
DeleteI'm so glad you enjoy my poems, and yes, I'm improving in health every day - so thankful for that!
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She is so beautiful. I know you miss your girls being close. Another lovely poem - heartfelt. xo
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you liked the poem, Terri. Yes, I miss the girls with every fiber of my being, and am looking forward to Virginia staying with us for at least two weeks in June. What a gift!
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Such a lovely young lady! And such a lovely poem you've written for her. Wouldn't surprise me if she chooses to display it over her desk!
ReplyDeleteAw, I hope you're right about that, Nancy! Virginia is a wonderful child, and she claimed my heart the very day she was born. I'm glad you enjoyed the poem.
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Hi Martha, your poem is lovely, and so is your granddaughter. I love the verse of scripture you have shared too, as it has always been a comforting Word from the Lord for me when I start to be concerned about something that I think might happen in my life. Go bless you Martha.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind words here, Brenda. I've always loved that verse, too, as I find comfort and reassurance there about how God truly thinks of us.
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I wonder, beside God, is there anything more powerful than the fervent prayer of a grandparent.
ReplyDeleteI don't think there is, J. D. Being a grandparent is the best thing ever!
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Jeremiah 29:11 is directly above my kitchen sink. These wonderful words have encouraged me countless times.
ReplyDeleteI find great comfort in them, too, Barbara. So cool that you have this scripture right above your kitchen sink so you can read it often.
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beautiful words. Have you ever consider compiling some of these poem to give to your family and friends? Would be a real keepsake,
ReplyDeleteI do save my poems, Jean, and yes, the thought has crossed my mind.
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A beautiful poem for a beautiful young lady by a beautiful woman of God!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your kind words here, Beckie. Glad you enjoyed the poem!
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Olá Martha
ReplyDeleteLindo poema, Virginia é bênção, que Deus guie sempre os seus passos. Abraços.
Thank you, Lucinalva! Yes, Virginia and her sisters are most certainly blessings to us.
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Absolutely beautiful & soul soothing!
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Thank you, Lulu, for your kind words here.
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What a beautiful poem and young lady. God bless her and you always
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My, she is getting so big so fast! She is abundantly blessed to have you for a grandmother. I'm sure she knows that, too. Your love for them is so evident! God bless you always, sweet friend.
ReplyDeleteYes, Cheryl, Virginia is growing up way too fast for my liking, but I certainly can't stop that natural process. If we couldn't FaceTime once a week, I don't know what I'd do!
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Beautiful, Martha. Goodness time goes by faster than we sometimes like. She is looking so grown up!
ReplyDeleteShe is almost as tall as I am, Karen, at age 11. I am hoping, though, that Virginia will grow a couple of inches more in the next year or two. And yes, she does look quite grown up!
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Beautiful poem, Martha!
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