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INSIGHTS FOR LIVING Poem Devotional

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March 30________________________________________
The commandments of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are clear, giving insight for living. – Psalm 19:8 (NLT)
INSIGHTS FOR LIVING
A poem and essay by ILMA
Do you find joy and peace in your life regularly?
Are you following the commands of God daily?
All the truth in Scriptures bring joy to the heart
If you abide in him, you will have a good start.
If you want a full life, follow God’s insight for living
He gives you all the guidelines so you can have blessings
He is very detailed and clear about how to be holy
If you follow his Spirit, you will live confidently and boldly.
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There is a Christian program on the radio that have “Insights for Living.” They focus on giving vignettes of God’s word and teachings. When I arrived here in Canada and discovered that there is a Christian radio station that advocates for Christ’s teachings and guide believers how to live righteous and holy lives. What a blessing it was for me to hear it daily because you can actually hear practical ways to live your Christian live victoriously.
The bible says that the commandments of the Lord are right and bring joy to the hearts of believers. God is very clear and detailed about his instructions in the book of life. It is a clear map so we can traverse life joyfully.
PRAYER
Lord, bless my life so I can have joy.
REFLECTION
How often do you get insights for living from God’s words?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

AMAZING JESUS! Poem Devotional

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March 28________________________________________
The disciples were amazed. “Who is this man?” they asked. “Even the winds and waves obey him!” -Matthew 8:27 (NLT)
AMAZING JESUS!
A poem and essay by ILMA
When there is anointing and blessing in somebody
God can use this person to bring out his power and authority
When he was with his disciples, Jesus had much power
Even the winds and waves obeyed; evil spirits cowered.
The people who witnessed all his miracles and supremacy
Were astounded with his remarkable sovereignty
He stunned unbelievers as he displayed his radiance
It brings them to on their knees as they witness his magnificence.
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Have you ever been amazed at Jesus’ power? The very first time I actually experienced the hand of God was during my loneliest moments. Out of desperation, I was hypnotized to end my life. He sent a friend of mine over who I haven’t seen for a while out of the blue to check up on me. She saved my life in the nick of time. Sometimes the miracles are very subtle and took me years to recognize that it was God who actually interceded to save me from falling into this dark pit. He lighted up many unlit places in my heart and never ceased to pursue me to get back to his love.
During Jesus’ time with his disciples as they were preaching God’s word, his followers were amazed at how even nature obeyed Christ.
PRAYER
Lord, let me see your hand in even little things you do for me.
REFLECTION
How can we stay awed with God’s power?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

SCRIPTURES TEACH Poem Devotional

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March 27________________________________________
Such things were written in the Scriptures long ago to teach us. And the Scriptures give us hope and encouragement as we wait patiently for God’s promises to be fulfilled.
– Romans 15:4(NLT)
SCRIPTURES TEACH
A poem and essay by ILMA
Do you have a question that no one can reply?
Run to Scriptures and you will definitely find
God’s word helps us navigate in this world
Scriptures always bring us confidence to be bold.
The truth in God’s word teaches us many things
Those who are wise, knows what Scriptures bring
Everything written in this holy book is right and true
By reading and studying it, we will be free from rue.
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I had a passion to know things even at a very young age of two. I would always explore and ask questions more than usual. I guess it made those people around me get tired of answering my queries and decided not to give me any more response. This started me to have a love for books. I was hungry for knowledge and eager to apply it in my life. It saddens me to watch others who didn’t care much about improving their lives and staying in the rut. I have read so many books in my life that changed my views but after I have read and studied the bible, there is nothing compared to it. All Scriptures give us hope and encouragement and teaches us.
PRAYER
Lord, thank you for teaching me through your word.
REFLECTION
What was the most recent teaching you got from Scriptures?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

MY LORD, MY LAMP Poem Devotional

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March 26________________________________________
O Lord, you are my lamp. The Lord lights up my darkness. – 2 Samuel 22:29(NLT)
MY LORD, MY LAMP
A poem and essay by ILMA
My world without you will be in total darkness
Thank you that you never forsake me in my loneliness
My Lord, you faithfully light my path and lead me
You are my lamp, you guide me and set me free.
When I am most vulnerable, you take my hand
When I am weak, you raise me up and help me stand
For those whose spirit are broken, you came
You put an end to the enemy’s blame game.
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Many people are afraid of the dark. There is so much unknown in darkness. There is no way you can find out what is in it. You can use your hands to feel what is around you and guide you as you walk in the pitch black surroundings, but you will still be limited to safely navigate your way in it. There is another darkness that scares us all, the dark path that is brought about by sin. I lived in those dark places for too many years of my life, so I have first hand experience of what it is to be in that dark pit.
The bible tells us that God is the lamp that brings light to the darkness. Hold on to his lamp so that you will not fall into sin.
PRAYER
Lord, remind me to stay in your light always.
REFLECTION
How does God manifest his light in your life?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

REJOICE! Poem Devotional

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March 23________________________________________
My heart rejoices in the Lord! My Lord has made me strong. Now I have an answer for my enemies; I rejoice because you rescued me. -1 Samuel 2:1(NLT)
REJOICE!
A poem and essay by ILMA
It was pitch black and cold in the abyss
I felt so scared and can’t find bliss
The silence was deadening
The isolation was frightening.
Then I heard a voice deep inside me
Saying “I love you, I will set you free!”
I saw a light amidst this darkness
I rejoice from being rescued from loneliness.
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There have been many years of my life that I lived in so much darkness. Because of wrong choices, wrong company and disobedience to God, I reaped the consequences and brought havoc in my life. I was enslaved by the fear of rejection and abandonment and tried to cope with all my traumas by performing and proving that I have worth because the enemy had made me believe I was worthless and unworthy to be loved. I thank God that four years ago, he literally pulled me out of this chasm of darkness and brought me into the light through his word. When the lies were brought out, I felt liberated inside.
The bible tells us that we must rejoice because the Lord makes us strong and he will take care of us. He will always be there to rescue us, so continue to rejoice.
PRAYER
Lord, help me to focus on your light in the midst of darkness.
REFLECTION
What have you fallen into in the past that God rescued you from?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

FAITHFUL SERVANT Poem Devotional

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March 22________________________________________
Don’t ask me to leave you and turn back. Wherever you go, I will go; wherever you live, I will live. Your people will be my people, and your God will be my God. – Ruth 1:16 (NLT)
FAITHFUL SERVANT
A poem and essay by ILMA
Are you a faithful servant to the one and only Jesus Christ?
Will you lay down your life to him and others and stay in his light?
Will you go wherever he wants you to go and live in his will?
Will you obey his commands instead of preferring what you feel?
Give your unconditional service to the one and true God
There is no other god who has authority over this earth and above
Make his people, your people and you will have blessings
Do whatever he says and you will never stop harvesting.
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Servant is defined as a person who performs duties for others, especially a person employed in a house on domestic duties or as a personal attendant. In the world’s perspective, it is a demeaning role because we live in a society that gives emphasis to power and control. But in God’s economy, being a faithful servant is the purpose of a believer. The bible tells us to follow Jesus, he came in this world to serve, not to be served (Matthew 20:28). Ruth was a faithful servant to her mother-in-law, Naomi and to God and his people.
PRAYER
Lord, help me to better serve you and others faithfully.
REFLECTION
How can we serve those people who are difficult and hurting us?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

RIGHT WORDS AT THE RIGHT TIME Poem Devotional

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March 21________________________________________
Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!
-Proverbs 15:23 (NLT)
RIGHT WORDS AT THE RIGHT TIME
A poem and essay by ILMA
Do you think before words come out of your mouth?
Do you wait for the right time before you blurt out?
Everyone enjoys a fitting reply through the right words
Do you conform with God’s truth or with the world?
Right words at the right timing is crucial in relationships
It builds up good relations instead of conflicts
We must all take time to choose what we say
By doing this, we can triumph and keep Satan away.
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Have you ever said something that later on you regretted saying? The bible says that we should be slow to speak and quick to listen in James 1:19. When we put a rend in our mouths, we are actually guarding ourselves from one of the biggest trick that the enemy does to us. He loves to steal, kill and destroy. More often, he would just whisper lies to us and make us react to little or trivial matters and make us fight with others. Satan knows how to steal our time, money, peace, relationships. Shouldn’t we be able to take time to understand how we can fight this unseen battle? One way we could fight him is to choose our words and say it in God’s timing.
PRAYER
Lord, help me to rend my mouth.
REFLECTION
What makes us say the wrong things at the wrong time?
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WHAT FOOLS AND WISE PEOPLE FEED ON Poem Devotional

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March 20________________________________________
A wise person is hungry for knowledge, while the fool feeds on trash.
-Proverbs 15:14(NLT)
WHAT FOOLS AND WISE PEOPLE FEED ON
A poem and essay by ILMA
Fools talk about trivial matters
They like delaying things much later
The foolish person makes fun of others
They don’t listen to their sisters or brothers.
A wise person is always seeking the truth
They rely on God’s words to take root
They don’t waste their time on selfish yearnings
They work hard to please God and that is their longing.
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I used to be in a work environment where people criticize each other and openly say nasty things to each other. It was always a competition to prove who is right or to show who is better. It was stressful to be around people who constantly criticize and who would make fun of others’ weaknesses. I stayed in that place for almost 2 decades of my life. No wonder I was such a mess because all I did was to feed on trash and gratify myself.
The bible tells us that a wise person is hungry for knowledge while fools feed on trash. I used to tell my students that not all educated and intelligent people are wise. Wisdom comes from an insatiable hunger for knowing the truth and applying all the things you know in reality. Fools have no desire to seek the truth because they don’t want change.
PRAYER
Lord, never let me feed on trivial matters.
REFLECTION
Why should believers avoid fools especially in their beginnings as a Christian?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

THOSE WHO HATE CORRECTION

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March 19________________________________________
Whoever abandons the right path will be severely disciplined; whoever hates correction will die. – Proverbs 15:10(NLT)
THOSE WHO HATE CORRECTION
A poem and essay by ILMA
Are you open to others correction?
Do you accept other’s ideas or notion?
Fools don’t care about other’s opinion
They never want to listen to reason.
Whoever turns from God will be disciplined
He made us like him so we can’t wallow in sin
Whoever hates correction will die
They open the door for all sorts of lies.
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Do you have a teachable attitude? As a teacher for almost two decades, I noticed that those who excel in my classes are those who are very open to correction. Those who fail on the other hand are mostly those who are very stubborn and close-minded. When it is time to meet those parents who are not doing well in class, I wasn’t surprised to see the same attitudes that their children show in class. I think someone who don’t want correction have the spirit of pride and arrogance. The bible says that we should never think highly of ourselves (Romans 12:3). If we do, we are actually idolizing our own selves.
God severely disciplines those who abandons the right path and especially those who do not want to be corrected. According to Proverbs 15:10, the consequence of this unteachable behavior will result in death (meaning “sin”).
PRAYER
Lord, reveal to me when I am not open to your correction.
REFLECTION
Why do you think God puts emphasis on having a teachable attitude?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com

PRAYER FOR THE HELPLESS AND OPPRESSED Poem Devotional

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March 18________________________________________
Lord you know the hopes of the helpless. Surely you will hear their cries and comfort them. You will bring justice to the orphans and the oppressed, so mere people can no longer terrify them. -Psalm 10:17-18 (NLT)
PRAYER FOR THE HELPLESS AND OPPRESSED
A poem and essay by ILMA
My Lord, My God, I pray for those who are anxious
Bring them comfort and reveal to them that they are precious
Bring justice to the orphans and those who are oppressed
Do not allow others to terrify them so they won’t be depressed.
You promised redemption to those who are crushed in Spirit
Break their chains so that they can be free from it
Give them hope and strength so they can face their trials
Reveal to them your love so they can get free from denial.
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The hardest thing for me to witness is an oppression or injustice being done to someone. As a survivor of complex trauma, it is very difficult not to be triggered when you see others experiencing the pain that is so familiar to you. You can’t help but react or respond to the helplessness that you observe. I used to be so angry when I see a child being yelled at or even just being ignored or neglected.
The bible says that Jesus died on the cross for the broken-hearted which includes all the helpless and oppressed. Their cries are heard.
PRAYER
Lord, remind me to pray for those who are oppressed and helpless.
REFLECTION
How do you deal with oppression or injustice when you experience them?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com