Poetry Where You Live

Walk to Emmaus

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/ordinary-days.html

Luke 24:13-35

grace

love

Luke 15:11-32

Prodigal Son

Mark 10:17-31

The Parable of the Rich Man

(same template from 11/4/2012)

ordinary days – v2

too much do we think of them

each of our days, living,

in ordinary time, as ordinary days,

nothing special, just walking forward,

when there is no such thing

as an ordinary day, under heaven

in our lives, in these walks

if we would have eyes to see them

wonderful moments in each day

moments to drink in, to savor,

to gather in our senses

there is beauty all around us

if we will only listen

if we would feel the breeze

the smells of creation

a harvest, a bounty

in these means of grace

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edited November 29, 2014

ordinary days – v2

November 24, 2014

ordinary days

Thanksgiving worship service

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Aroostook Cluster of the United Methodist Church

Northern Maine District

https://www.facebook.com/NME.UMC

http://www.neumc.org/districts/detail/1

District Superintendent, the Reverend Doctor Pat MacHugh

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http://www.umc.org/find-a-church/church/10394

welcome and hosted by Pastor Sue Brown

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Mars Hill United Methodist Church

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http://www.umc.org/find-a-church/church/10326

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mars-Hill-United-Methodist-Church/314402292039889

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Mars Hill, ME

November 23, 2014

scripture reading Pastor Ruth Foss

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http://www.pstruthsermons.blogspot.com

sermon blog

http://www.pstrruthfoss.blogspot.com

meditation blog

http://pstrfoss.wordpress.com/

“God’s Whisper” blog

Stetson Memorial United Methodist Church

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Stetson-Memorial-United-Methodist-Church/174161846023512

message by

Rev. Dot Matson

http://www.neumc.org/people/detail/4973

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Mapleton United Methodist Church

http://www.neumc.org/churches/detail/402

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mapleton-United-Methodist-Church/169252389945285

https://www.facebook.com/groups/150364128328997/

Lidstone Memorial United Methodist Church (Washburn, ME)

http://www.neumc.org/churches/detail/403

https://www.facebook.com/groups/666491926694381/

Rev. Ellen Cleaves

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100005087479459

Limestone United Methodist Church

http://www.neumc.org/churches/detail/373

https://plus.google.com/111213718306167835684/about?gl=us&hl=en

https://www.facebook.com/pages/United-Methodist-Church/114098721954941

Rev. Dr. Tom Bentum

https://www.facebook.com/tom.bentum

Bessie Gray Memorial United Methodist Church

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bessie-Gray-Memorial-United-Methodist-Church/122671631114295

http://www.bgmumc.com/

Caribou, ME

Reverend SeungRi (Victor) Han

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http://www.neumc.org/people/detail/38870

Houlton United Methodist Church

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http://www.houltonumc.org/

http://www.neumc.org/churches/detail/400

Houlton, ME

Paula Lilley

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Hodgdon United Methodist Church

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http://www.neumc.org/churches/detail/398

Hodgdon, ME

Pastor Mary Miller

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United Parish – Ft. Fairfield

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http://www.neumc.org/churches/detail/390

Benediction by Rev. Chris Dare

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Grant Memorial United Methodist Church

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Grant-Memorial-United-Methodist-Church/82455472044

http://www.gmumc.net/

Presque Isle, ME

praying for them in silence – v5

As they are I am,

praying for them in silence

not in the bounds of sleep

but alone with my thoughts

this time set apart.

Seeking to walk beside Jesus.

As they are I am,

praying for them in silence

seeking our Lord and Savior

life within the vine

in holy communion.

Quietly praying for them.

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edited November 29, 2014

praying for them in silence – v5

(editing version 3)

edited November 24, 2014

praying for them in silence – v4

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/praying-for-them-in-silence-v4.html

(editing original again)

edited November 24, 2014

praying for them in silence – v3

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/praying-for-them-in-silence-v3.html

(editing original again)

edited November 21, 2014

praying for them in silence – v2

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/praying-for-them-in-silence-v2.html

November 21, 2014

hearing the ancient words

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/hearing-ancient-words.html

November 21, 2014

not knowing what to expect

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/not-knowing-what-to-expect.html

November 21, 2014

listening first - 2

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/listening-first-2.html

November 21, 2014

gathering in silence

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/gathering-in-silence.html

November 21, 2014

praying for them in silence

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/praying-for-them-in-silence.html

Prayers for the Women’s Walk to Emmaus

http://www.crossroadsemmausofne.org/member/upcomingwomens.htm

http://www.crossroadsemmausofne.org/emmaus_about.htm

Crossroads Walk to Emmaus of New England

Walk to Emmaus

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/praying-for-them-in-silence-v3.html

Luke 24:13-35

grace

love

Luke 15:11-32

Prodigal Son

Mark 10:17-31

The Parable of the Rich Man

(same template from 11/4/2012)

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 34,030+ of my poems at www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

praying for them in silence – v4

as they are I am

praying for them in silence

not in the bounds of sleep

but alone with my thoughts

in the dark of night

this time set apart

seeking to walk beside Jesus

in my own walk

praying they would find You

out on the road too;

as they are I am

praying for them in silence

in the dark of night

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edited November 24, 2014

praying for them in silence – v4

(editing original again)

edited November 24, 2014

praying for them in silence – v3

(editing original again)

edited November 21, 2014

praying for them in silence – v2

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/praying-for-them-in-silence-v2.html

November 21, 2014

hearing the ancient words

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/hearing-ancient-words.html

November 21, 2014

not knowing what to expect

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/not-knowing-what-to-expect.html

November 21, 2014

listening first - 2

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/listening-first-2.html

November 21, 2014

gathering in silence

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/gathering-in-silence.html

November 21, 2014

praying for them in silence

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/praying-for-them-in-silence.html

Prayers for the Women’s Walk to Emmaus

http://www.crossroadsemmausofne.org/member/upcomingwomens.htm

http://www.crossroadsemmausofne.org/emmaus_about.htm

Crossroads Walk to Emmaus of New England

Walk to Emmaus

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/given-eyes-to-see-jesus-v3.html

Luke 24:13-35

grace

love

Luke 15:11-32

Prodigal Son

Mark 10:17-31

The Parable of the Rich Man

(same template from 11/4/2012)

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 34,030+ of my poems at www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Given Eyes to See Jesus – v4

The scripture doesn’t say why, but it is clear

it was not a mistake

they were purposely unable

unable to see Jesus

to them a stranger standing with them

walking on the road

not able to see Him

their Master, their Teacher,

the risen Son of God;

but to them a stranger

walking on the road

as they discussed the Passion

the anguish of these days

the despair they felt within them

that He had died on the cross

(and not yet believing He is Risen).

They needed His teaching

His walk through the Law

through each of the Prophets

every word of scripture foretelling His coming,

His suffering, His rising from the grave

they needed the Walk to Emmaus

needing to hear the ancient words

from the mouth of Jesus

unable to see Jesus

hearing Him as a stranger;

Given eyes to see Jesus

to be a witness, suddenly,

to share the risen Jesus,

our Lord and Savior,

to run to share with others

the Good News of Christ

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edited November 29, 2014

Given Eyes to See Jesus – v4

(editing version 2)

edited November 24, 2014

Given Eyes to See Jesus – v3

(editing version 2)

edited November 21, 2014

Given Eyes to See Jesus – v2

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/given-eyes-to-see-jesus-v2.html

(merger of 2 poems)

November 21, 2014

Given Eyes to See Jesus

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/given-eyes-to-see-jesus.html

Luke 24:31

November 21, 2014

unable to see Jesus

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/unable-to-see-jesus.html

November 21, 2014

walking beside Jesus

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/walking-beside-jesus.html

Luke 24:16

November 21, 2014

hearing the ancient words

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/hearing-ancient-words.html

November 21, 2014

not knowing what to expect

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/not-knowing-what-to-expect.html

November 21, 2014

praying in the wee hours

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/praying-in-wee-hours.html

November 21, 2014

listening first - 2

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/listening-first-2.html

November 21, 2014

gathering in silence

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/gathering-in-silence.html

November 21, 2014

praying for them in silence

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/praying-for-them-in-silence.html

Prayers for the Women’s Walk to Emmaus

http://www.crossroadsemmausofne.org/member/upcomingwomens.htm

http://www.crossroadsemmausofne.org/emmaus_about.htm

Crossroads Walk to Emmaus of New England

Walk to Emmaus

http://raymondafoss.blogspot.com/2014/11/love-god.html

Luke 24:13-35

grace

love

Luke 15:11-32

Prodigal Son

Mark 10:17-31

The Parable of the Rich Man

(same template from 11/4/2012)

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 34,030+ of my poems at www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

Love God – v2

I have written many words

but never these two words

never the title to a poem

to Love God

to love God only

never written down

The command simple

Love God

love God only

with your whole being

with all that we are

all we will ever be

given unto God

Love God

really so simple

the measure before us

ever, always

to Love God fully

with our whole lives

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edited November 29, 2014

Love God – v2

November 28, 2014

Love God

Matthew 22:37

- Deuteronomy 6:5

Matthew 22:39

- Leviticus 19:18

Matthew 22:36-40

devotion “Two Simple Principles”

devotion by Jep Robertson

for November 20, 2014

read November 28, 2014

Duck Commander Daily Devotional

http://www.amazon.com/Duck-Commander-Devotional-Alan-Robertson/dp/1476748683

compiled by Alan Robertson

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All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 34,030+ of my poems at www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

the weight of Mammon

so much stuff, so many things

our barns overflowing

when others have need

want abounding, as there is grace;

letting go of Mammon,

coming to God.

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November 29, 2014

the weight of Mammon

1 Timothy 6:9-10

devotion “The Downside of Riches”

devotion by Phil Robertson

for November 29, 2014

read November 29, 2014

Duck Commander Daily Devotional

compiled by Alan Robertson

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https://www.facebook.com/pages/Alan-Robertson/665992033453188

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http://www.amazon.com/Duck-Commander-Devotional-Alan-Robertson/dp/1476748683

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 34,030+ of my poems at www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

be at peace, trust in God

be at peace, trust in God

the gifts you have been given

to be used for the Lord

serve in the vineyard, in the field,

wherever you are planted

serve the Lord

be at peace, go forward

trust in God to provide

only be faithful

in god’s call on your life

God is the Creator

of heaven and earth

Ask and He will give you

all that you need.

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November 29, 2014

be at peace, trust in God

Philippians 4:6

devotion “God Will Provide”

devotion by Justin Martin

for November 28, 2014

read November 29, 2014

Duck Commander Daily Devotional

compiled by Alan Robertson

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https://www.facebook.com/pages/Alan-Robertson/665992033453188

http://duckcommander.com/meet-the-family/al-robertson

http://www.amazon.com/Duck-Commander-Devotional-Alan-Robertson/dp/1476748683

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 34,030+ of my poems at www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

stitching nets

sharpening our blades

honing our arguments

our words of faith

repairing the tears

tightening loose threads

stitching nets

growing in the word

preparing for witness

to testify, to share,

sharing our testimony;

grow stronger in Christ

God’s living Word.

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November 29, 2014

stitching nets

2 Timothy 4:2

devotion “Be Prepared”

devotion by Alex Robertson Mancuso

for November 27, 2014

read November 29, 2014

Duck Commander Daily Devotional

compiled by Alan Robertson

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https://www.facebook.com/pages/Alan-Robertson/665992033453188

http://duckcommander.com/meet-the-family/al-robertson

http://www.amazon.com/Duck-Commander-Devotional-Alan-Robertson/dp/1476748683

All of my poems are copyrighted by Raymond A. Foss, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014. All rights reserved. Contact me at Ray Foss for usage. See all 34,020+ of my poems at www.raymondafoss.blogspot.com Poetry Where You Live.

nobody’s perfect

nobody’s perfect

we all fail, we all stumble,

we are all on a journey

growing in our faith

don’t expect perfection

you haven’t achieved it

be gentle in judgment

share love richly

show mercy from your lips

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November 29, 2014

nobody’s perfect

Micah 6:8 (The Message)

“But he’s already made it plain how to live, what to do,

what God is looking for in men and women.

It’s quite simple: Do what is fair and just to your neighbor,

be compassionate and loyal in your love,

And don’t take yourself too seriously—

take God seriously.”

devotion “It’s Quite Simple”

devotion by Korie Robertson

for November 26, 2014

read November 29, 2014

Duck Commander Daily Devotional

compiled by Alan Robertson

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