Its our fault....

I mentioned this somewhat in my first post but it has been something I've been thinking about a lot lately, so its come up again.


Its really been a challenge to me, as my pastor has been preaching on this country, how much of what is wrong with it is our fault! And by "our," I mean God's people. Because we have turned our backs on Him, and no longer trust Him to lead our country and our individual lives, He is turning His back on America.


I love this country so much. It thrills my heart to hear our national anthem or any patriotic song, and it is breathtaking to watch her beautiful flag waving in the breeze. I stand in awe of the privilege to live here, and pray that I never lose that focus. I can never take it for granted, because so many men and women have given their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor that I might be free.


But the responsibility of leading this country, and of returning her heart to her God is falling on the shoulders of my generation. America has been through a lot in the last 100 years, and most of it is not for the better. She is struggling now, and its up to us to get her back on track.


Will you take the challenge? Will you, if you are a child of God, take the responsibility of humbling yourself and turning to God? 


If we don't, who will?

Let Us Stand

The thrill of pride as our flag touches the sky.

The feeling of wonder at a bald eagle's cry.

As proud and strong as the soldiers who fight for us
So still and silent a fallen one's hush.


This country so proud
So brave, strong and free.
Holds liberty for all
For them, you and me.


But we lose our liberties as we lose sight of our God.
The freedom we've fought for and so costly won
Will all be lost unless we submit to His Word.
Because the more we ignore Him, the less He is heard.


Turn back to your God
Oh Christians of this land
So that our flag will not fall
And our freedom will stand.


True freedom and liberty come through bondage to Christ
So from the ashes of this land, let a new standard rise!
Pray for salvation. Be strong! Take the hand
Of America, our country, and fight for this land.

Make today count!

Always,

~ Amanda ♥

Lonely Soldier

This is a poem I wrote quite a while ago. I'm sure some have seen it, but it is very strong, and really kind of gets to you. I like it, and just wanted to share it again.


Remember to thank your soldiers, wherever and whenever you see them. They give it all, to protect your freedom.

Lonely Soldier

A lonely solder

Stands tall, strong, and true.

He's come home from fighting

For me and for you.

There's no crowd to meet him

No thunderous applause.

No one cheers his welcome

As he stops to pause.

He eyes search the room

For a familiar face.

If there's someone he knows

That locks to his gaze.

Then he sees that face

Staring into his eyes.

A face filled with joy!

A face that cries.

He drops his bag

And his strides become fast.

She rushes to his arms, saying -

"You're home! safe at last!!"

Some stop to look

And some eyes start to mist.

They suddenly realize

The hero in their midst.

And now someone claps

And they all start to cheer.

This brave and true soldier

Holding his wife so dear.

The lonely soldier 

Is lonely no more.

So many are glad

He's returned to their shore.

Someone hands him his bag

Another shakes his hand

"Thank you, Soldier

For fighting for our land."

As the soldier and wife

Start to walk to the door

The cheering grows louder

And bags drop to the floor.

This soldier's a hero

Who gave all for our land.

He'd have given his life

On some foreign strand.

Thank your soldiers

For their great sacrifice.

Because for your freedoms

They pay the price.

Make today count!

Always,

~ Amanda ♥

Stepping out...........

*peeks around the corner*
*looks both ways*
*waves*


Yo! Welcome to my new blog....
I'm not exactly sure how much I will post here, but I'm pretty sure it will be a lot. I seem to have a lot to say, and having a blog will be great for all of my poetry and all those things that I just have to tell someone.....


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So for a first post, I guess it would be fitting to mention our wonderful country, considering today is her birthday. I am proud and honored to live in the greatest country in the world. But that same country is going to be in for some big troubles if she doesn't get things straightened out soon.
My pastor preached yesterday on the fact that it is God's people that need to humble themselves and pray to turn our country around. So often we think its the politicians or the government that is ruining our country. While in a way that is true, the fact of the matter is, God's people have gotten so used to the sin surrounding them, and so calloused towards it, they no longer know how to humble themselves or pray. Oh that we would understand how fragile the freedom of this country is, and turn to the God Who still longs to bless this country. Thinking about that was such a challenge to me, and perhaps it can be a blessing to you too.


So maybe today, it would be a good idea for you to set aside some time to get alone before God and pray for this country. After all, if we don't, who will?


Make today count!
Always,
~ Amanda ♥