Saturday, June 02, 2012

conformity to the cross

the Spirit of God within
that came on Pentecost
every time a believer
turns his life to the Christ
conformity to the cross
to the way of the Son of Man
led by the Spirit’s call
held in his loving hand


June 2, 2012
John 15:26-27
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 26, 2012
May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,550+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

We are not alone - 2

The fire burning inside us
God’s Spirit within
burning brightly
our witness aglow
We are not alone
God is with us
the Spirit giving us words
to share God’s holy message



June 2, 2012
John 15:26-27
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 26, 2012
May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,550+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

The Spirit is with us

Christ’s promise fulfilled
the Advocate to come
the Spirit is with us
steeling our lives
preparing us for service
to go into the world
sharing God’s holy message
the light in the Word



June 2, 2012
John 15:26-27
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 26, 2012
May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,550+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

We are to testify

Not to stand silent
we are to testify
to stand, filled with the Spirit
the words of the living God
Preach to the nations
share God’s message
his grace abounding
share the message richly
you who have the Spirit


June 2, 2012
John 15:27
John 15:26-27
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 26, 2012
May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,550+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

The Advocate will testify

When the Spirit comes
the Advocate will testify
sharing the message of God
the fulfillment of God’s love
the joining of our hearts to God
the saving of the Christ
healing in our Savior’s act
our gate to paradise


June 2, 2012
John 15:26
John 15:26-27
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 26, 2012
May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,550+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

When the Advocate comes

We are to be blessed
filled by the Spirit
when the Advocate comes
to testify to the nations
Sharing the word
the ancient truth of Jesus
God’s love come to earth
in sacrifice saving



June 2, 2012
John 15:26
John 15:26-27
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 26, 2012
May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,550+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

I’ll go. Send Me!

No one else is needed
I’m ready to serve
I’ll go. Send Me! Lord.
I want to serve you
my heart is full
send me as you need Lord
send me to the world.


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,550+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

your guilt is taken away


Your lips burned clean
your guilt is taken away
Isaiah before the courts of God
his sin purged from him

To stand as he did
humbly, before the Lord
now wanting to serve
in response to God’s grace

To go where he is led
in service to the Lord
grace alone enough
love its own reward



June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,540+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

I surrender to you

I fall before you
I humble myself, oh God
knowing my sin
the stain upon my lips
the failings of my walk
my life on this earth
I surrender to you
humbly at your feet
offering my life my all
in humble gratitude
the change, transformation
your redemption from the pit
offering myself as worship
send me where you will


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,540+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

who will go for us

The question of God
of the Trinity
not who will go for me
but who will go for us
the challenge, the call
the word from God
the judgment of the people
the hope to save us all


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,540+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Whom shall I send

The question of God
exasperation, musings
knowing the message
the indictment of the people
spoken in heaven
before Isaiah’s listening ear
a calling, fateful
rising, to be feared


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 21,110+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Burned Clean

His unclean lips healed
burned clean by the ember
pulled from the altar
offered up to God
Burned clean, healed
prepared for a holy mission
out of his sense of forgiveness
ready to serve our Lord


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:6-7
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,700+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Woe to me

With Isaiah I cry
woe to me
a sinner before God
needing his grace
his healing touch
burn my sin off me
refine me clean
set me to what you will
leave my by the road
heal me Lord
heal me I pray


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:5
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,540+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

a man of unclean lips

Words that indict me
damn me to hell
to the pit, the abyss
to the dungeon of Sheol
A man of unclean lips
in the courts of God
trembling, forsaken
adrift in this place



June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:5
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012


All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 21,290+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

so badly flawed

naked, exposed
standing before God
how can I be useful
so badly flawed
a coal from the altar
from the fire, glowing
pressed to my lips
that I may be chastened


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:5
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 21,090+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

I am ruined

My life a mess
standing in God’s courts
I am ruined
bereft of defense
My mouth condemns me
unclean lips
woe unto me
heading to death


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:5
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 21,090+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Our response

Our response
our joyful witness
rising like Isaiah
when we hear God’s cry

Joining with him
offering our service
to give ourselves completely
to the service of God


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 21,090+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

through service

giving back to God
for the blessing of forgiveness
God’s grace upon us
leading us to action
through service showing
the power of transformation
God’s light in the world


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 21,090+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Crying out as Isaiah

We stand with Isaiah
father of prophets
knowing his sin
knowing his clay
joining with him
in our humility
falling on our knees
needing our sin to be burned
to be washed clean by fire
standing with him before God
offering ourselves, our lives
in response, desire
to serve, to repay
to offer ourselves to God
“Here I am Lord.
Send Me!” into your world


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,530+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

inner transformation

We see in this servant
this humble man of God
aware of his sin
in fear before the Lord
His lips were burned clean
his tongue made pure
but inner transformation
let him to offer to the Lord
Here I am, Lord
I am ready to serve
Send me for your purpose
your light to the world
Give me words to speak
I want to serve you
offering your witness
your Word to the world


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,530+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

from forgiveness service

His tongue burned
his lips made clean
standing in the courts
of our living God
From forgiveness
his offer- Here I am. Send me!
From forgiveness service
God’s word given
to share with the world


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 21,090+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Faithful action

In the words that followed
after his fateful offer
the redeemed prophet
sent by the Lord
Faithful action
from a heart redeemed
healed on the inside
his mouth made clean


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,530+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

inner healing

the cleansing of his body
his spirit within
in response to inner healing
a desire to serve
faithful action
out of a joyful heart
redeemed by our maker
seeking to serve the Lord


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012


All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 21,960+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Ablaze – v2


May the church be ablaze
filled with your fire
the Spirit burning
within each one

Tongues of flame
ribbons alight
descending upon us
to give us new life

Spread your message
in every tongue
with gifts we have been given
to transform the earth

Hope in this mission
sharing God’s love
the story of salvation
in Jesus, the Son



edited June 2, 2012
May 27, 2012
Psalm 104:24-30
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 23, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Acts 2:14-21
Joel 2:28-32
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 22, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012


All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,420+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

living our forgiveness

living out our beliefs
living our forgiveness
walking in service
ready to go
being like Isaiah
happy in the Lord
aware of our forgiveness
responding when God calls


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012


All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 21,290+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

living out forgiveness

Isaiah’s response
boldly crying out
when God calls
answering, yes
Send Me, Lord
I want to serve
living out forgiveness
out in your world


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,520+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Willing to Go


Are we timid, trembling
do we know our sin
have we come before the Lord
are we ready to live

Isaiah aware
knowing his sin
his unclean lips
burned clean to begin

His response should be ours
ready to serve
“Here I am Lord.
Send Me; I’m yours.”



June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,520+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

a desire to serve

Filled with your grace
your mercy, O Lord
my lips burned clean
a desire to serve
Hearing your words
your cry in the courts
“Here I am Lord.
Send Me, I’m yours.”


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

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with trembling legs

Hearing God’s voice
in the courts of the Lord
yet knowing he was calling
directly to him
with trembling legs
rising to my feet
Here I am Lord.
Send Me!


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

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I am open

I am open
I am willing, O Lord
I hear your call
I am ready to go
Task me as you will
tell me where to go
give me your word
your judgment for the world



June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

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The Musings of God

We don’t know who God spoke to
was this just the musings of God
concern for his creation
for his wayward people somehow
“Who will go, whom shall we send?”
a moment of silent, calling
When Isaiah jumped up
“Here I am. Send Me!”
I will surely go,
Send me Lord, willing
let me share your word.



June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012


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Pick me Lord

Pick me Lord
I hear your cry
a nation needing
to hear your word

I hear your cry
your call oh Lord
I am ready to go
I want to serve

Choose me Lord
send me now
let me be your witness
here on the ground

Let me share your message
your judgment Lord
to a nation needing
to hear your righteous word


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

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I want to serve

I hear your cry
your call oh Lord
I am ready
I want to serve

Choose me Lord
send me now
let me be your witness
here on the ground


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

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I can go

Send me, Lord,
I can go
I will be your witness
out in the world
Send me, Lord
I can go
your voice
to the people below


June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

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I am here, Lord

Look upon my face
hear my answer, Lord
I am here, ready to serve
put me to work, Lord



June 2, 2012
Isaiah 6:8
“Here I am. Send Me!”
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 29, 2012
May 29, 2012
&
Isaiah 6:1-8
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 28, 2012
May 29, 2012

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adoration

my praises to God
creator of all
the power of his hand
the breath of life
adoration for his provision
for the gifts he pours down
the wonder of creation
the path of our lives
ever beside us
from life into life


June 2, 2012
Psalm 29
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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The beginning of wisdom - 2

Beginning with awareness
that I am but clay
dust of the earth
given life by your breath

Fear of the Lord
Creator of all, eternal
able to move the oceans
by your word, into their place

Light, creation
by His word, power
by His breath, my joy
looking up into His face

The beginning of wisdom
walking in your grace
aware I need you
to save me from myself

Only your power
the depths of your love
lifting me from the dust
called to heaven above



June 2, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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into awe

my fears, nature
the power of God
my feet planted
too firmly on the ground

into awe, transformed
in studying your Word
walking with you humbly
out into your troubled world



June 2, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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transforming my fears

Sure you are with me
by changing my mind
in all the storms of my life
forever, always
Transforming my fears
into awe of you Lord
your presence, protection
your hand on my life
Walking with me
your power, your might
calling me from the darkness
out into the light



June 2, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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Fear of the Lord - 2

Beginning with awareness
that I am but clay
dust of the earth
given life by your breath
Fear of the Lord
creator of all
able to move the oceans
into their place
Light, creation
by His word,
by His breath
the beginning of wisdom
looking up into His face


June 2, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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Fear transformed to awe, to reverence


Our fears, our storms
the struggles in this life
the fear of the Lord, of the storm
of the power of nature
the chaos, the maelstrom
all the world around
fear transformed to awe, to reverence
walking with our God



June 2, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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Friday, June 01, 2012

with splashes of lightening

With splashes of lightening
the voice of the Lord falls
majestic in its power
leaving us in awe
Reforming the world
changed forever
the power of the storm
in God’s holy presence


June 1, 2012
Psalm 29:7
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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The voice of the Lord is majestic

The voice of the Lord booms
splitting the cedars
moving the mountains
causing the seas to be bounded
The word of God creates
light by his voice
the voice of the Lord is majestic
brilliant in our sight


June 1, 2012
Psalm 29:3
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,510+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

the God of Glory thunders

We are afraid of the storm
for we fear the creator
the power of God awesome
beyond our imagination
The God of Glory thunders
his hand upon creation
his wonders to behold


June 1, 2012
Psalm 29:3
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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strangely attracted to the storm

We are in awe, fearful
afraid of the power of nature
yet we too are drawn
we are strangely
attracted to the storm
to the power, majesty
seemingly the hand of God
of birth, of destruction
able to change the earth
seemingly in an instant


June 1, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 19,900+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

The voice of the Lord is powerful

The voice of the Lord moves mountains
the voice of the Lord is powerful
His Word alone created all
light into the world
Over the waters breathing
calling them to their place
setting the world into motion
creating time and space



June 1, 2012
Psalm 29:4
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,510+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

over the waters - 2

God over the maelstrom
the storm, the waters
over all of nature
all at his feet
Power in God
Father, Creator
King forever
Lord over all


June 1, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,510+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

The voice of the Lord

The breath of God
the voice of the Lord
over all of creation
over the waters
the storms, the trials
the natural disasters
every aspect
of human life
God over all
all that was created
sovereign, power
God over the night


June 1, 2012
Psalm 29:3
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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Enthroned forever – v2

All of creation in awe
fear transformed to adoration
Lifted up, our praises
God in heaven above

Lord over creation
enthroned forever
all creation praising
our King and our Maker

Saving us from the pit
our refuge in the storm
our Savior, our Master
God in heaven above



June 1, 2012
Psalm 29:10
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,500+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Enthroned forever

Lifted up, our praises
God in heaven above
Lord over creation
enthroned forever
all creation praising
our King, our Maker
saving us from the pit
our refuge in the storm
Savior, our Master
God in heaven above


June 1, 2012
Psalm 29:10
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,500+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

enthroned over the flood

God, all-powerful
God of the creation
enthroned forever
in his mercy seat
enthroned over the flood
the waters, nature
all of creation
God is Lord forever
King of heaven and earth


June 1, 2012
Psalm 29:10
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,500+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

power in the storm

In the fury of nature
the winds, the rain, the destruction
in the buffeting about
we are at its mercy
power in the storm
the hand of almighty God
the forces unleashed about us
God there in the storm



June 1, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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May I find you, O God

I seek you, I need you
in this struggle, life
may I find you, O God
in the storms, the trials
in the walk of this coil
here upon the earth
may I find you, O God
right beside me
in the trials of this life



June 1, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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Thursday, May 31, 2012

we are drawn to the storm

we fear nature
the storm raging
yet we are strangely attracted
we are drawn to the storm
to its awesome fury
held in your arms
for you are over nature
over the raging fury
you are almighty God


May 31, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,500+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

enthroned King forever

Above the nations
all of creation
our Lord, God, almighty
enthroned King forever
our strength, our focus
in awe, reverence
sing forth you peoples
praises to our Lord


May 31, 2012
Psalm 29:10
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,500+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Ascribe to the Lord - 2

Ascribe to the Lord
our God almighty
glory and strength
unbounded mercy
Power over all
all of the earth
his word more powerful
than the forces of nature


May 31, 2012
Psalm 29:1
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,500+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

In all the storms of my life


in all the storms of my life
you are here with me
right by my side
even when I don’t know it
when I am honest
when I look back
you were there beside me
in all the storms of my life



May 30, 2012
written at NH Bar CLE seminar
Special Education 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
read May 30, 2012

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A path abandoned

Together with the others
knowing all the players
standing in the gate
the circles, the courts
somewhere I once tread

Aware of my own choices
a path abandoned
not standing in the breach
words now somehow empty
a way now out of reach (?)


May 30, 2012
written while attending
NH Bar Continuing Legal Education seminar
“Special Education 2012”
May 30, 2012

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Touching one life

Lives in the balance
young lives, vulnerable
needing voices, advocates
people by their side

To seek justice, rights
that which they need
for a chance at life
to rise with their neighbors
to thrive like the rest


May 30, 2012
written while attending
NH Bar Continuing Legal Education seminar
“Special Education 2012”
May 30, 2012

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Opening the Doors

Their exclusion barred
opening the doors
gathering them in
to grow with their neighbors
together one body
all with one another
hope for inclusion
no one left out


May 30, 2012
written while attending
NH Bar Continuing Legal Education seminar
“Special Education 2012”
PARC and Mills decisions
IDEA law
May 30, 2012

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Wednesday, May 30, 2012

His voice above the waters

His voice above the waters
above the power of nature
the firmament, the storm
trials, and tribulations
God, our Lord,
living, risen, reigning
all honor and glory
in the power of the name


May 30, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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In awe, in fear

In awe, in fear
in wonder
within nature
the power of the storm
the winds around us raging
swirling, whipping
the force of God moving
His voice above the waters
above the power of nature


May 30, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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We are afraid of the storm

We stand in the middle
in the storm, here on earth
we are afraid of the storm
the trials of this life
We stand in the middle
within the buffeting winds
in awe of nature’s power
held within its grip


May 30, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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A healthy fear

Fear of the Lord
awe of our God
a healthy fear, reverence
bowing before our King
Exalting his name
standing when he calls
going where God leads
out into His world


May 30, 2012
Psalm 29
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 27, 2012 to June 3, 2012
Pentecost
“Becoming ‘Anew’”
by R. Scott Sullender
scripture and meditation for May 30, 2012
May 30, 2012

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Tuesday, May 29, 2012

in obedience to God

Walking in his presence
guided by the Holy Spirit
listening to the words of Jesus
the Word of the living God
Walking in his presence
sensing God leading
giving me work to do
gifts beyond understanding


May 29, 2012
Romans 8:22-27
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 25, 2012
May 27, 2012

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Conform to Christ

Listen to the Spirit
burning bright inside
turn from the world
conform to Christ
In obedience to God
to the will of God, the Father
guided by Christ’s light
his Spirit inside


May 29, 2012
Romans 8:22-27
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 25, 2012
May 27, 2012

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The Paraclete intervenes

God sends the Advocate
the Spirit here on earth
the Paraclete intervenes
petitions unto God
The Spirit speaks
when we have no words
in moans unto God
cries from our souls


May 29, 2012
Romans 8:22-27
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 25, 2012
May 27, 2012

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The whole earth continuing to change


The state of the universe
according to God’s design
the whole earth continuing to change
to move forward in time
Groaning as in the pain of childbirth
waiting for the end, the climax
the conclusion of God’s plan
unfolding in God’s time
not by any other hand
the whole earth continuing to change
in the rhythms of God


May 29, 2012
Romans 8:22
Romans 8:22-27
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 25, 2012
May 27, 2012

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May my thoughts be pleasing

May my thoughts be pleasing
to you, oh Lord
singing your praises
life evermore
may my words, my actions
be pleasing in your sight
may I serve your always
all of my life


May 29, 2012
Psalm 104:34
Psalm 104:31-35b
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
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May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 24, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Psalm 104:24-30
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 23, 2012
May 27, 2012

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May we sing God’s praises

May we join the chorus
may we sing God’s praises
while we have breath,
while we have life
all of God’s people
singing to heaven
ever always



May 29, 2012
Psalm 104:33
Psalm 104:31-35b
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 24, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Psalm 104:24-30
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 23, 2012
May 27, 2012

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Renew the face of the earth


By the Spirit’s power
your breath within us
going forth in service
to share with our neighbors
to renew the face of the earth
every tribe, every nation
the good news of salvation
the love of God for man



May 29, 2012
Psalm 104:24-30
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 23, 2012
May 27, 2012

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They are created

From nothing, from the dust
your breath, your Spirit
created from nothing
able now to serve
to share your love richly
to change the face of the world


May 29, 2012
Psalm 104:30
Psalm 104:24-30
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 23, 2012
May 27, 2012

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when you send the Spirit

when you send the Spirit
oh Lord, from heaven
to touch the hearts of man
to make us anew
renew us Lord,
your breath, your promise
your witness to us
to change the whole world


May 29, 2012
Psalm 104:30
Psalm 104:24-30
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 23, 2012
May 27, 2012

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Monday, May 28, 2012

Pentecost People

Easter People
sure of Christ’s resurrection
filled with joy
sure of salvation

Pentecost People
filled with the Spirit
the fire burning within
guiding our feet

Christ’s disciples
sharing his message
alive with power
being his witness


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:14-21
Joel 2:28-32
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 22, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

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Abject Humility

Our posture, our demeanor
our approach to God
waiting for the Spirit
to give us power
Abject humility
so sure we are base
unworthy of God’s goodness
his boundless grace


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:14-21
Joel 2:28-32
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 22, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

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To be filled by the Spirit

Before God empty
abject humility
vessels prepared
to be filled by the Spirit
anointed for service
refined by God’s fire
descending, landing
filling our hearts


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:14-21
Joel 2:28-32
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 22, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

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Transformed by fire

Filled with the Spirit
transformed by fire
the rushing wind of heaven
fire alighting, landing on them
changing them forever
to stand, to testify
witnesses forever
to share the Savior’s story
hope for salvation
for all people on earth


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:14-21
Joel 2:28-32
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 22, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

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Joel’s message unfolding

Speaking words they do not know
in tongues not their own
the disciples preaching
that they would know
the others, the children
every tribe, every nation
hearing the message unfolding
as Joel prophesied, taught us
hearing the message of the Christ
from the mouth of the faithful
witnesses to Christ, ever
as Joel long foretold


May 28, 2012
Joel 2:28-32
Acts 2:14
Acts 2:14-21
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 22, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

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explaining Pentecost

Peter, in real-time
standing up before them
explaining Pentecost
the power given
the Spirit indwelling
enabling them to speak
in languages unknown


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:14
Acts 2:14-21
Joel 2:28-32
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 22, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

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Made Messengers

The Spirit’s power
landing on each one
changing us, transformed
made messengers, witnesses
given a voice by God
to speak in new languages
to share the message
the truth of the Christ
given words to explain
the glory of grace


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:14-21
Joel 2:28-32
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 22, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

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In the dream of a church

The words shared
one mind, one accord
focused on Jesus
the sharing of Christ

Joy overflowing
poured from full vessels
in ways they could understand
power in their lives

Sharing Christ
the Spirit inside
knocking down barriers
every nation, every tribe


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:14-21
Joel 2:28-32
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 22, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

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Emptied of Self

To be truly filled
filled with the Spirit
to be guided
to do God’s work
Needing to be empty
emptied of self
to be a vessel
ready to be filled


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:14-21
Joel 2:28-32
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 22, 2012
May 27, 2012
&
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

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Not all believed

Just as with the people
those who heard Jesus
the Sanhedrin, the Pharisees
the common people
Those who were gathered
in Jerusalem that day
hearing the message
the witness to Christ
even in their own tongues
some believed but
not all believed
the important thing the gift
to share with all nations
all people on the earth
in their native language
hearing the message of Christ
the good news of salvation


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:6-12
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

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Sharing with the nations


In new languages
with passion, with power
speaking in tongues
as gifted by the Spirit
sharing with the nations
the living, risen Christ


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:6-12
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,460+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Given a new language

The disciples touched by the Spirit
gifted with power, with love
given a new language, several
speaking in the tongues of man
offering witness, to Christ
to God’s abundance love
offered of freely, richly
the Spirit from above


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:12
Acts 2:6-12
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 20,960+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Speaking in all languages

What does this mean
this moment on Pentecost
the believers each touched
blessed by the Spirit
each given much
the indwelling of Christ
speaking in all languages
to reach all on earth


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:12
Acts 2:6-12
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,460+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Clarity in Babel

Clarity in Babel
in the cacophony of voices
every tribe every nation
all languages represented
The Spirit giving power
to speak in other tongues
sharing the one same message
of Jesus and his love


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:6-12
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,460+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Listening in Bewilderment

Most of those who listened
who came when they heard this
the roar of many voices
a babble of tongues
Listening in bewilderment
how could they be speaking
preaching the Word of Christ
in my native language


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:6
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,460+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Not a gentle breeze

The flames of Pentecost
rushing from heaven
Not a gentle breeze
wafting through the windows
a storm of heaven
filling the gathering space
the whole house shaking
the church emboldened
by the Spirit’s coming

Their lives forever changed
when the Spirit fell upon them
descending from heaven
life came to them, to us
new, alive, with them forever
their call to bear witness
to the risen Christ, alive
our hope for salvation
for life after this life


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:2
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,460+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Filled by the Holy Spirit

Love again come down
Filled by the Holy Spirit
their lives changed
guided by the Christ
indwelling deep within
the Spirit in our hearts
showing us where to serve
how we can do our part


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:4
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,460+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

All of them were filled by the Holy Spirit

All of them gathered
all the disciples of Christ
gathered together
waiting to be touched
All of them were filled
by the Holy Spirit of God
filled to overflowing
that they may be poured
a blessing for the people
every tribe, every nation
filled with the Spirit
to witness to the earth


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:4
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,700+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

A storm of heaven

Not a gentle breeze
wafting through the windows
a storm of heaven
filling the space
their lives forever changed
when the Spirit fell
descending from heaven
life came to them
new, alive, with them
their call to bear witness
to the risen Christ
our hope for salvation
for life after this life


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:2
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,460+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

All were filled

All of the disciples gathered
joined in our place
the Spirit descending richly
filling this space
All were filled
changed in that day
all filled by the Spirit
all to walk in the Way


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:4
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,460+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Resting on each one

fingers of flame
tongues of fire
falling from heaven
landing on the disciples
resting on each one
filling them with power
the Spirit of God
resting on them physically
changing them forever
filled to be poured
a blessing to the world


May 28, 2012
Acts 2:3
Acts 2:1-13
Acts 2:1-21
Year B
Upper Room Disciplines for 2012
http://bookstore.upperroom.org/cart/upperroom/p-17131.htm
May 21, 2012 to May 27, 2012
Pentecost
“Come, Holy Spirit”
by Susan Muto
scripture and meditation for May 21, 2012
read May 21, 2012 and May 27, 2012

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 18,460+ of my poems at http://www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.