Tag Archives: The Lord

First Principles: But Gideon Said To Them, “I Will Not Rule Over You, Nor Shall My Son Rule Over You; the Lord Shall Rule Over You

Posted on May 24, 2026 by alohapromisesforever

“But Gideon said to them, ‘I will not rule over you, nor shall my son rule over you; the Lord shall rule over you.’”– Judges 8:23

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Worthy of My Praise

Posted on April 29, 2026 by alohapromisesforever

Worthy of My Praiseby Michael DoyleI open my eyes with authority,Thankful for the Lord’s deity.This will be one of the joyous daysThat is worthy of praise.Protected by Heaven’s angels near,I find no reason to fear.Whatever Satan might bring,I lift my … Continue reading →

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First Principles: But As For Me and My Household, We Will Serve the Lord

Posted on April 26, 2026 by alohapromisesforever

“ But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for … Continue reading →

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First Principles: Humble Yourselves Before the Lord, and He Will Lift You Up

Posted on March 15, 2026 by alohapromisesforever

“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” – James 4:10

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A Fisher of Men

Posted on March 9, 2026 by alohapromisesforever

A Fisher of Menby Michael DoyleThe Lord Jesus watched from the shoreObserving two men with great tenacity.While watching, He learned they had more.It was a mustard seed’s faith in their ability.Sometimes, nets can be cast with words saidThat lures wayward … Continue reading →

Posted in Poetry and Poems | Tagged Belief, Discern, Fath, Fisher, Following the Cross, Gospel, Grace, Hollow, Imitation, Jesus Christ, Limitation, Lord's Call, Mankind, Net, Peter, Poetry and Poems, Promisee, Shore, The Lord | Leave a comment

Leap of Faith

Posted on March 7, 2026 by alohapromisesforever

Leap of Faithby Michael DoyleAt times, you feel trapped,And more than just a little scared.The Lord has tenderly wrappedHis arms around you and cared.There have been times you’ve paid the cost,Waking in the middle of the night, feeling lost.If you … Continue reading →

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Let God’s Love Flow

Posted on March 5, 2026 by alohapromisesforever

Let God’s Love Flowby Michael DoyleLook at what the Lord has done.He’s gone and set me free.By the power of the Father and the Son.Their truth brings our liberty.Here through my famished dignity,I experience my damaged humanity.Serious business finished on … Continue reading →

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Joseph: Into the Lord’s Presence

Posted on March 1, 2026 by alohapromisesforever

Joseph: Into the Lord’s Presenceby Michael DoyleGod reveals His wonders in wonders spoken.We who believe do our best though we’re broken.We walk our best in this mystical game.We do our best to play our part in the fame.Faithfulness walks among … Continue reading →

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Heart Made Whole

Posted on February 11, 2026 by alohapromisesforever

Heart Made Wholeby Michael DoyleIn the pain of endless moments,There are times of sheer torment.The things accidentally said,These echo roundabout in my head.Worse yet are the things I’ve seen.Sights that destroy my inner being.Painful recollections from the startAre the scars … Continue reading →

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Bonhoeffer, Part 3 (Evil Understood)

Posted on February 9, 2026 by alohapromisesforever

Bonhoeffer, Part 3 (Evil Understood)by Michael DoyleCourage sometimes needs permission,And so it was for Dietrich’s mission.Harsh words weigh from damnation,And were directed toward the Nazi nation.Religion was not the Lord’s game.Indeed, religion was often to blame.Jesus sought our full obedience,And … Continue reading →

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