A whole new year before us lies,
A time new thoughts to contemplate....
On what the Lord would have us do
And what in us He would create.

In Him is possibility
For us to blossom in new ways.
As we keep our thoughts on Him
His goodness to us will amaze.

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

© 2017  Arlene Schwartzkopf

As to this year we bid "Goodbye”
And to a new year soon draw nigh,
Savor all that God would say,
For He will share good things to weigh...

A fresh start or a new beginning,
Wisdom's riches to be winning.
His perspective will be bright
And to our lives will add much light.

"Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man
that getteth understanding.  For the merchandise of
it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the
gain thereof than fine gold.  She is more precious
than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire
are not to be compared unto her."
Proverbs 3:13-15   KJV

© 2017  Arlene Schwartzkopf

As winds of change will sometimes come
And in your thoughts begin to strum
A tune which you've not heard before,
It may be blessing at your door.

When God intercepts your way,
New direction to convey,
Listen for His quiet voice.
Give Him glory and rejoice!

Change will often sweep away
What may have simply been blasé.
God with grace will rearrange
Our lives when we should make a change.

"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not
unto thine own understanding.  In all thy ways
acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."
Proverbs 3:5-6   KJV

© 2017  Arlene Schwartzkopf

In God we will have stepping stones
Which lead us in an upward call.
His stepping stones add stature to us,
Whether they be large or small.

Stepping stones will bring transition.
Each one is a precious gift
To raise up up from where we are,
Our lives to bless, direct and lift.

With each step understanding grows
And wisdom lights a special spark,
All our stepping stones to find
That we might reach life's highest mark.

"The steps of a (good) man are directed and
established by the Lord when He delights in his way
(and He busies Himself with his every step)."
Psalm 37:23  Amplified Bible

© 2017  Arlene Schwartzkopf

We can be bridge-builders showing good will
And bring good solutions to what may be "ill".
When good will and smiles are part of the mix
We may open doors a problem to fix.

A bridge-builder's  "slant" may break down a wall,
Creating some friendship and warmth overall.
Building a bridge is very worthwhile,
Bright healing of differences to reconcile.

"If it is possible, as much as lieth in you,
live peaceably with all men."
Romans 12:18   KJV

© 2017  Arlene Schwartzkopf

Take Christmas with you all year long
For in it there was birthed a song
Of love and hope and wondrous joy
And good will all men can employ.

Christmas in us will bring change
As we ponder it long range.
It adds to life divine dimension
As to its song we give attention.

"And He has put a new song in my mouth,
a song of praise to our God."
Psalm 40:3  Amplified Bible

© 2017  Arlene Schwartzkopf

Let all Heaven and earth proclaim
The majesty of Jesus’ name.
Let His power be spread abroad.
Magnify and give Him laud!

Master, Savior, King of Kings...
Praise Him with the harp and strings!
Let all Heaven and earth give voice.
He is Lord... in Him rejoice!

Carols, hymns and anthems raise.
Give Him honor, sing His praise.
Share with all His wondrous story.
He is worthy of all glory!

“Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honour and glory for ever and ever.  Amen.”         I Timothy 1:17   KJV

© 2009  Arlene Schwartzkopf

A tiny babe’s cry pierced out through the night,
Forever to change the darkness to light.
It was God’s loving plan for all of mankind.
This event which took place by God was hand-signed.

The life of this babe would be flawless and pure
And would bring answer men’s sorrows to cure.
He would bring life and wash away sin,
That men everywhere might eternal life win.

That tiny cry pierces darkness today.
Jesus was come... your sin-debt to pay.
For those who receive Him and live in His light
He’ll cut through your darkness and make your life bright.

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that
whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting
life.  For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the
world, but that the world through him might be saved.”
John 3:16-17   KJV

© 2007  Arlene Schwartzkopf

Baby Jesus, do not fear...
I will make for You some space.
Little child without a bed,
In my heart I'll make a place.

I invite and welcome You
Deep within my heart to stay.
I want to live my life for You
And want to bless You every day.

As You reside within my heart,
Joy and worship I will bring.
You are worthy of all praise,
You'll daily cause my heart to sing.

Nothing I can offer You
For me could greater joy impart
Than to give You residence
In the inn of my own heart.

"If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word; and My Father will love him, and We will cometo him and make Our home with him."         John 14:23   NKJ

© 2004  Arlene Schwartzkopf

Angel voices sing “Noel”.
Sit and listen “for a spell”.
They have good news they will tell...
How Jesus came to earth to dwell.

Angel voices heard on high,
Echoing across the sky
With beauty we cannot deny,
Entreat all people to draw nigh.

Heavenly choirs their worship bring,
“Glory to the new-born King!”
Listen as the angels sing
And let their joy within you ring!

“And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.  For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”        Luke 2:10-11   KJV

© 2008  Arlene Schwartzkopf