YESTERDAY...AND TODAY (poem) by Jms Bell on AuthorsDen

YESTERDAY...AND TODAY
by Jms Bell → (All Poetry by Jms Bell)
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I was just thinking...we change...and thank God we do. But what is really wonderful is the fact that God does not change. Let me explain; as many of you know, I am presently homeless and I was just reflecting on something... I can recall a time in my past when I was going through a bad situation, but whatever else might have been going on at that time...I did have a roof over my head that was my own. Still, in spite of this, I was obviously very distressed. Today, I am experiencing an entirely different situation; I do not have a place to call my own...I reside in a shelter and there are many other personal issues that I am facing, yet I am not as stressed now as I was then. Now, please understand, there is no way in the world that I can say I am not very concerned about my present situation, indeed, this wouldn't be the truth... but...I can testify that I do not feel now as I was feeling then. In fact, there is this inexplicable peace within me...a peace which attests to the fact that while traveling on our Christian Journey we do 'grow' in Christ. Situations in life will surely change but Almighty God...He...never changes. I am so grateful to our Blessed Redeemer that I am not feeling the 'weight' of my circumstances as I was many years ago, otherwise, I would probably be in a straight jacket by now...or would I have been? The difference between...Yesterday and Today...what a mighty God we serve!

-Yesterday- I am stressed out and depressed I believe God is with me...but still I can't get no rest-- I am being hurt by those I thought 'my own' I want to hit back...I want to hurt ...yes! I do...! even though I'm aware...I'm not alone-- But the indignation of actions got me feeling kind of low and... oh...I just don't know, really I just don't know!-- God help me! Help me please! just take me through this 'squeeze' I read that You hold all my tomorrows but heal my disdain...now! Lord, please relieve this sorrow!-- -Today- I should feel...hopeless and alienated even...persecuted I should feel oppressed and depressed...somewhat regressed But here, in this place and time, I feel... His presence-- It permeats the air...I am tranquil and despite the 'struggle' that I'm going through I am covered with His the cloak of... His presence-- It emits an aroma of sincere love whereby...all the pains of the past, present and future are soothed-- I am still...and cared for I am touched...and filled I am alive...and well all in the ...awareness... of His presence-- Ps 13, Ps 16:11, 2Corn 4:8-10 (c); jmsbell 2000/2010(edited 2011)
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Reviewed by m j hollingshead

Reviewed on June 14, 2014

well done

Reviewed by Daniel Keith

Reviewed on June 11, 2011

I am touched with your astounding faith, Joyce. The Lord has brought so many comforts through your words. May God bless you every day of your life.

Daniel

Reviewed by Richard Arrington (Reader)

Reviewed on January 24, 2010

"My Lord, My Lord

so glad You know me well...

So many things You understand

...there's no need for me to tell" This is very true, if only everyone understood this.

Reviewed by Margaret Mullings

Reviewed on January 23, 2010

Joyce I am so blessed and encouraged by these powerful and uplifting words of faith and hope, this is such a timely write very inspirational your faith and maturity shines brightly! Be encouraged Joyce I know that there is a divine purpose in all that you are going through, I am praying for you and you are constantly in my thoughts!

Much Love,
Margaret

P.S. I give God thanks constantly for crossing paths with you Joyce, you are like an angel carrying out divine assignments ministering to so many through your writings!

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Truly prayerful and inspirational; thank you for sharing this gift of faith, Joyce. Love and blessings to you,

Regis

Reviewed by Liana Margiva

WONDERFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by Georg Mateos

Faith is the strongest foundation of a spiritual cathedral which could be called the House of God...if we let those doors open.
Great prayer-poem.

Georg

Reviewed by Dawn Anderson

Joyce, I am a fan of almost everything you write....but this...I think is my favorite of all. This goes into my library.

Reviewed by Michelle Mead

Reviewed on January 22, 2010

This is my favorite of yours ever, Joyce. This is so, so, so good. Add it to my library~~ Love and blessings, your friend, Michelle xx Praise Jesus xx

Reviewed by Emile Tubiana

Dear Joyce, Be always blessed with a strong faith. I am confident that your path will open for you the door of happiness. Love Emile

Reviewed by Ann Marquette

God surely loves you Joyce. I can tell He is with you, and holding you up, by your heartfelt and beautiful writings and faith.

Bless you Dear Joyce,
ann

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

..I love this Joyce,,,with God all else follows

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Quite beautiful indeed, Joyce. God bless.

Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper

What a beautiful poem, and what strong faith you have. You have offered yourself up to the greatest power of the universe and from that power you will receive the blessings that put order and substance into your life. God bless....

Reviewed by Nicole Weaver

Joyce,
Very well written. what a heart you have, to still keep going strong despite your present situations. I think of all the Haitians that are now homeless, yet you see them singing to God. That is having true faith. God bless you, dear sister in christ.
Nicole