Lord, You make my heart and life to sing,
And to this joyful song I'll cling.
For I am strengthened, I can run,
And have great peace when day is done.

You stir deep within my soul
And in my weakness make me whole.
You make life's journey to be bright.
Knowing You is my delight.

"Many, O Lord  my God, are thy wonderful
works which thou hast done, and thy thoughts
which are to us-ward: they cannot be reckoned
up in order unto thee: if I would declare and speak
of them, they are more than can be numbered."
Psalm 40:5  KJV

© 2018  Arlene Schwartzkopf

Even as the morning dew,
God drops refreshing in our day...
Newness, possibility
And bright encouragement to weigh.

As the day begins to dawn
Let joy rise up from deep within.
Let anticipation smile
And spur you on, new goals to win.

His dew will glisten in your day,
Adding radiance and light,
With reflections of His touch
Which is so gentle, yet so bright.

"This is the day which the Lord hath made;
we will rejoice and be glad in it."
Psalm 118:24   KJV

© 2018  Arlene Schwartzkopf

Are we going to be ready
For the blessings God would give?
He prepares our every step
With wisdom's depth in how to live.

In Him we will stretch and grow
And learn a path to higher ground.
In His timing and His grace
His finest blessings will be found.

"He hath made every thing beautiful in his time."
Ecclesiastes 3:11   KJV

© 2018  Arlene Schwartzkopf

We can make a choice each day
Whether to be dull or bright.
By our thoughts and words we say
We can be a shining light.

When we choose joy over gloom
We change the "climate" of our day.
Deep within we can rise up,
A whole new image to convey.

"A merry heart doeth good like a
medicine        Proverbs 17:22   KJV

© 2018  Arlene Schwartzkopf

Growing up I heard these words,
"Always do what you know is right."
These words have echoed through my life
And have become a source of light.

Embracing truth and doing good
Are standards which will carry us
Through situations life will bring
With wisdom which will be a plus.

"And thou shalt do that which is right
and good in the sight of the Lord:
that it may be well with thee..."
Deuteronomy 6:18   KJV

© 2018  Arlene Schwartzkopf

Be encouraged.  Do not worry.
Keep your mind and vision clear.
For daily "weights" will blur your  thoughts
So you can't see and clearly hear.

Rise above the daily din.
Listen closely for God's voice.
He will give you Heaven's view,
And you'll have reason to rejoice!

"Call unto me, and I will answer thee,
and shew thee great and mighty
things, which thou knowest not."
Jeremiah 33:3   KJV

© 2018  Arlene Schwartzkopf

Friendship is a precious gift,
Our lives and hearts and days to lift.
Friendship cares in special ways,
And often will bring brightened days.

Friendship is a gift to give,
A happy way in which to live.
The love we share may touch a heart,
Joy and laughter to impart.

"A friend loveth at all times...."
Proverbs 17:17   KJV

® 2018  Arlene Schwartzkopf

Sometimes the season we are in
Requires of us a very long walk.
But as we're faithful in each step
We prove our life is more than talk.

By diligence we're sharply honed,
For new perspective will unfold.
Do not fear the length of the walk.
So much is gained of wisdom's gold.

"How much better it is to get skillful and godly
Wisdom than gold!  And to get understanding
is to be chosen rather than silver."
Proverbs 16:16  Amplified Bible

© 2018  Arlene Schwartzkopf

God's covering protects us
As a mighty, towering hedge.
Stay well within the boundaries.
Don't linger near the edge.

Distractions and temptation
Always will be waiting
To interrupt would God would do
And what He is creating.

Let His rhythm set your pace.
Never hurry on ahead.
Receive of insights He will share
As by His Spirit you are led.

"I (the Lord) will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go: I will
counsel you with My eye upon you."       Psalm 32:8  Amplified Bible

© 2018  Arlene Schwartzkopf

Leaning on God is the very best way
To know what to do and know what to say.
He will make simple what sometimes confuses
By wisdom He gives which brightly enthuses.

To the sound of His voice, always stay near.
The leading He gives will always be clear.
He makes us sure-footed each step of the way
And always will keep us from going astray.

"The sheep that are my own hear and are listening
  to My voice; and I know them, and they follow Me.”
John 10:27  Amplified Bible

© 2018  Arlene Schwartzkopf