The Spirit moves so quietly
To heal our lives and set us free…
A new wind for a bright, new day,
Blowing needless chaff away…

Bringing forth new clarity,
Adding fresh vitality,
Moving in our lives with power…
So much needed in this hour.

“Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where
the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty
(emancipation from bondage, freedom).”
II Corinthians 3:17 Amplified Bible

© 2018 Arlene Schwartzkopf

God’s timing is a special gift.
Pray to find His special pace
Which for you He has designed,
In which you’re covered by His grace.

His timing is an open door,
Where you will prosper and be blessed.
Walk in faith and trust in Him
As His beauty is expressed.

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

© 2018 Arlene Schwartzkopf

How joyous to walk with hearts full of praise,
Echoes of worship to our God to raise.
Worship will offset all darkness and gloom,
For happiness, joy and peace will make room.

Take time for worship in your daily norm.
Your pace and well-being it will transform,
Changing perspective from weary to bright,
Becoming a treasure of joy and delight.

“Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name;
worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.”
Psalm 29:2 KJV

​© 2018 Arlene Schwartzkopf

​In memory of patriots lost,
Who bled and died and paid the cost
For freedom we enjoy today,
Much heartfelt honor we convey.

A time to pause and recognize
How great their gift, and realize
There is no greater gift than this.
Their sacrifice we can’t dismiss.

“Greater love hath no man than this, that
a man lay down his life for his friends.”
John 15:13 KJV

© 2018 Arlene Schwartzkopf

​Consider the love of Jesus, our Lord.
Consider the love which has been outpoured.
It reaches the valley and uttermost place.
How great is His mercy and rich is His grace.

No other one can touch us like He.
No other one shall ever be worthy.
He gave His life for you and for me.
He came to save us and set us free.

“Greater love hath no man than this, that
a man lay down his life for his friends.”
John 15:13 KJV

© 2018 Arlene Schwartzkopf

When we’re focused on the Lord,
Always we will have reward.
Good focus helps us to excel
And to always do things well.

Guard your focus carefully,
Watching o’er it prayerfully.
For with it you will rise and soar,
Heaven’s best wisdom to explore.

“She (wisdom) is a tree of life to those who take
hold of her, and happy are all who retain her.”
Proverbs 3:18 NKJ

©2018 Arlene Schwartzkopf

​If in God’s peace we will rest,
No matter what our daily test,
He leads us at a quiet pace
Our inner tensions to displace.

In peace our ways are well-defined.
We’ll not race or fall behind.
Of order we will have increase
And from confusion find release.

Practicing a peaceful life
Overcomes all fear and strife.
When peace rules we are set free
And have a deep tranquillity.

“Let the peace of God rule in your hearts...”
Colossians 3:15 KJV

© 2018 Arlene Schwartzkopf

​Early in the morn look up,
Before the new day’s thoughts crowd in.
Receive perspective from above
To have days which will be win-win.

Seeking God brings clarity
In how we see and all we do,
Drawing us to higher planes
With a rich, insightful view.

All our days will be more special,
Filled with purpose, having worth,
Graced with beauty from above
Joy in us each day to birth.

“O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee.”
Psalm 63:1 KJV
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© 2018 Arlene Schwartzkopf

​​When you sense the Lord’s voice calling,
Let Him stir within your heart,
For inspiration He will give
New excitement will impart.

He may add to you new “spark”
Or kindle flames already there.
The greatest moments in one’s day
Are when of Him we are aware.

Consider well all that you hear.
Let it penetrate your being.
His leading is a precious gift
And brightly helps us be farseeing.

“I am the Good Shepherd, and I know and recognize
My own, and My own know and recognize Me.”
John 10:14 Amplified Bible

© 2018 Arlene Schwartzkopf

Lord, The things that I want to do always are much,
But I want to go slow so I don’t miss Your touch.
Intercept my day, Lord, for in You is treasure
Waiting to be found…. and so rich in measure.

Your presence brings fullness which graces each day…
Beauty which can’t be found any other way.
I don’t want to miss Your very special touch,
Which makes my heart sing… and matters so much!

“My voice shalt thou hear in the morning,
O Lord; in the morning will I direct my
prayer unto thee, and will look up.”
Psalm 5:3 KJV

© 2018 Arlene Schwartzkopf