Author Archives: Joel Emerson

Abba

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Joel Emerson

Our fathers are an image of God up above, They gave us our life, they gave us their love. Between father and child there’s no greater bond, While mothers may cuddle, dads make us strong. Whether here or away their … Continue reading →

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Tick-Tock

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Joel Emerson

I love you, my dear, you know that I do, But time will tell, time always speaks true. I’ll love you, honey, till the day that I die, But time will tell, for time doesn’t lie. A raving beauty you … Continue reading →

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The Refinery

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Joel Emerson

At journey’s end I make my way through veil of morning mist, The other side I behold nail-scarred feet which I stoop and gently kiss. A host of friends and family greet me with warm embrace, Though no greater joy … Continue reading →

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Property Dispute

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Joel Emerson

Boundary line in our soul, On one side’s dung, the other’s gold. Boundary line in our life, On one side’s peace, the other strife. We think what’s ours, we think we own, But while we breathe, it’s all on loan. … Continue reading →

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Our Present Time Is the Kernel (for this our life eternal)

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Joel Emerson

Eternity calls, now how will you plead? You come fore the judge, down on your knees. Every day of your life you’re given a choice To shut out or listen to God’s quiet voice. One day this will change from … Continue reading →

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Flower Power

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Joel Emerson

Dogwood tree with beautiful flower, living reminder of God’s great power. Four white petals in the shape of a cross, where our Lord was hung to save the lost. White is the symbol of purity, without sin He saved us … Continue reading →

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The Smallest Flame (can set the world on fire)

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Joel Emerson

If faith is the candle, then love is the flame, Ours has been lit by the King with God’s name. He loved us without borders, in spite of our sin, More than parents, more than our friends. He suffered and … Continue reading →

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The Grand Illusionist

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Joel Emerson

That old serpent, the cunning one, has made off with my child. Will he take her down to hell, or keep her just a while? She loved our God and learned His ways, His bright and shining star, The snake … Continue reading →

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Lovelight

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Joel Emerson

In the deepest dungeon, in the darkest night, Within my soul floods the brightest of lights. Neither Satan, nor man’s shadow can possibly dim, It’s the glory of God and shines from within. It was bought by my Savior with … Continue reading →

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Lady In White

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Joel Emerson

Wisdom calls out, to all who will hear, Who love the truth, and unto God fear. Schools and diplomas can teach worldly gain, But knowledge of God is how we must train. What profits a man to gain the whole … Continue reading →

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