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THOSE WHO CARE FOR THE POOR Poem Devotional

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August 10________________________________________
The godly care about the rights of the poor; the wicked don’t care at all.
– Proverbs 29:7(NLT)
THOSE WHO CARE FOR THE POOR
A poem and essay by ILMA
Those who are righteous are concerned with the poor
They care for them and cling to the Lord and stay faithful
The godly takes accountability for each other
The wicked never thinks about their sisters and brothers.
Those who care for the poor will be granted blessings
We are all instructed to look after God’s people
Be sensitive to others’ needs and you will be blessed
Forget the poor in Spirit and you will regress.
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My country of origin is the Philippines. Poverty is rampant everywhere. The gap between the rich and the poor is so huge that the rights of the poor are almost minimized. I was brought up by my mother to treat the poor as equal. Even though we had helpers at home as I was growing up, she made sure that we did our chores and treated them well. We were instructed to treat them like family. I love that about my mother. She had the heart for the poor and was always helping them. I think I learned this virtue from her. Even at a very young age, I had the passion to help and look after those who are marginalized. The bible tells us to care for the poor.
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PRAYER
Lord, bring me an opportunity to help others especially the poor.
REFLECTION
How can one develop a sensitivity to the needs of the poor?
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WHEN YOU WALK IN WISDOM Poem Devotional

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August 9________________________________________
Those who trust their own insight are foolish, but anyone who walks in wisdom is safe.
– Proverbs 28:26(NLT)
WHEN YOU WALK IN WISDOM
A poem and essay by ILMA
Those who believe only in their own insight
They are in for trouble in this life
When you walk in wisdom
You will always have freedom.
Pursue wisdom and you will be safe
Turn your back on it and you will fail
Always run to the truth that comes from Christ
Then you will always have the best insight.
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There are many people who want to know a lot of things. The big irony is that the more they crave for the things of this world, the more they get in bondage to pride. I know a lot of people who love to accumulate information and boast about it to others. They never give due credit to the Lord who gave them all. It is the Lord who is the source of all knowledge and without him, we cannot thrive and be safe.
There were many years of my life that I relied on my own insight. I wanted to prove to most people that I had it all and that the intelligence I had was something I worked hard for. I never acknowledged the Lord for all that I knew. When I became born again, I was given truth which made me learn humility and granted wisdom from his word.
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PRAYER
Lord, please keep me humble so I can discern your will.
REFLECTION
What happens when you walk in wisdom?
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

A HARD WORKER’S PAYOFF Poem Devotional

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August 8________________________________________
A hard worker has plenty of food, but a person who chases fantasies ends up in poverty.
-Proverbs 28:19(NLT)
A HARD WORKER’S PAYOFF
A poem and essay by ILMA
When you chase fantasies
You end up in poverty
A hard worker will have plenty
A dreamer will experience famine.
When you go after unrealistic goals
It won’t materialize, you won’t grow
Someone who works very hard
They will have bounty and be glad.
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Proverbs 6:6-8 refers us to the most hard working specie of all, the ants. The verse says “Go to the ant, O sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise. Without having any chief, officer, or ruler, she prepares her bread in summer and gathers her food in harvest. There are other bible verses that tells us the importance of work. Proverbs 12:11 says whoever works his land will have plenty of bread, but he who follows worthless pursuits lacks sense. Proverbs 14:23 tells us that in all toil there is profit, but mere talk tends only to poverty.
God created all creation in six days out of seven. He didn’t rest for six days and work only for a day. This tells us clearly how important it is to work. Though he commanded to have a day of rest, he also emphasized that if one works hard, they will never go hungry. He discourages us from fantasizing which only leads to poverty.
PRAYER
Lord, give me wisdom to always work hard.
REFLECTION
Give an example of the payoff of hard work 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

BLESSED ARE THE RIGHTEOUS Poem Devotional

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August 7________________________________________
Blessed are those who fear to do wrong, but the stubborn are headed for serious trouble.
– Proverbs28:14(NLT)
BLESSED ARE THE RIGHTEOUS
A poem and essay by ILMA
Those who fear the Lord avoid doing wrong
They praise God and follow his word
Those who are stubborn will get in trouble
They are headed for destruction and the rubble.
When you take the path that leads to Jesus Christ
He will renew your mind and transform your life
When you cling to pride and foolishness
You will end up living a life of recklessness.
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Have you ever met someone who lived a life of complete abandon? I lived in the distant past with someone who never wanted to plan anything or follow any rules. He just follows his desires and wants. He didn’t care if it will hurt anyone or how he is getting it. He just wants it done for the sake of satisfying his cravings. As a result of this selfish lifestyle, he lost many friends and his relationships with others got smaller and smaller. In his 50’s, he was diagnosed with cancer. I am quite certain that his drinking and unhealthy lifestyle contributed to the illness. He didn’t care to see doctors or get himself checked because it will impede in satiating his desires. The bible says that God blesses those who live righteous and holy lives but the proud and stubborn are headed for trouble.
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PRAYER
Thank you Lord for the promise of blessings to those who live holy lives.
REFLECTION
How can you open the minds of those who are reckless?
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

LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE Poem Devotional

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August 2________________________________________
You will be a light to guide the nations. – Isaiah 42:6(NLT)
LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE
A poem and essay by ILMA
When you commit your life to Jesus Christ
You are expected to shine your light
He is the one who guides all nations
He makes you strong to fight temptations.
When you make God first in your life
You will definitely walk in his light
He shines his glorious radiance on you
He wants you to exude it to others too.
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One of the ways that a true believer is apparent is how they live their lives. You can see how they manifest the fruits of the spirit such as love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control (Galatians 5:22). One of the best ways we can attract others to Jesus is by living a life of integrity, obedience to his will and faithful devotion to seeking his truth. In John 1:5 we know that the light exposes darkness as it shines through it. Darkness cannot hide in the light Even just a tinge of light will compromise the total blackness of it.
All believers are commissioned by God to preach the Good News and to make disciples of all nations. When we obey his commands and spread his word, we are the light that guide all nations and we are also manifesting the true character of the Lord Jesus Christ.
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PRAYER
Lord, let me always shine so bright for you.
REFLECTION
Who have you brought to Jesus through exuding Christ’s character 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

NO MORE SHAME

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August 1________________________________________
Fear not; you will no longer live in shame. Don’t be afraid; there is no more disgrace for you – Isaiah 54:4(NLT)
NO MORE SHAME
A poem and essay by ILMA
When Jesus died on the cross for you
He erased your shame and made you new
Don’t be afraid, there is no more disgrace
Only Jesus Christ can save the human race.
You need not live a disgraced life
He sacrificed so you can live in his light
He treasures you very much, remember that
There is no more need to fear or doubt.
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According to Baker’s Evangelical Dictionary, “shame” is a consequence of sin. Feelings of guilt and shame are subjective acknowledgments of an objective spiritual reality. Though related to guilt, shame emphasizes sin’s effect on self-identity. Sinful human beings are traumatized before a holy God, exposed for failure to live up to God’s glorious moral purpose. The first response of Adam and Eve to their sinful condition was to hide from God, and consequently from one another. Living a shame-based life will get you nowhere.
One of the promises of God to Jerusalem is to restore them to their former glory. He will rescue them from their shame and renew them into the new people that God planned for them to have. Just like the Israelites, God also promises those who believe in him that he will cleanse them of their shame and convert beauty from ashes.
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PRAYER
Lord, thank you for cleansing me of shame.
REFLECTION
Why do you think God doesn’t want you to live in shame?
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WHEN DOUBTS COME Poem Devotional

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July 31________________________________________
When doubts filled my mind, your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer.
-Psalm 94:19(NLT)
WHEN DOUBTS COME
A poem and essay by ILMA
When doubts fill your mind
From the Lord, comfort you will find
He gives you hope and a renewed mind
Don’t listen to the lies or you’ll stay blind.
When doubts suddenly come to attack
Run to Jesus Christ so it won’t be back
Only the Lord can make your doubts dissolve
Make sure you relate to him and get involve.
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When was the last time you doubted? It was very hard for me to trust people because I was exposed to so much abuse and neglect. I didn’t experience to be shown love and be comforted when I feel down or anxious. I always doubted my capacity do things because I was very much belittled and made fun of. I became a very doubting person and so it was very hard for me to trust and rely to anyone. 1 Corinthians 14:33 tells us that God did not author confusion. He is a God of peace. So, when you start to doubt, it surely comes from the enemy. He is surely shooting out lies at you so you won’t be able to progress or move forward with what you have been planning. The enemy’s purpose is to steal, kill and destroy according to John 10:10. When doubts fill your mind, run to the Lord and he’ll comfort you.
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PRAYER
Lord, remind me run to you when I am starting to doubt.
REFLECTION
What kinds of doubt enter your mind?
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

GOD KNOWS Poem Devotional

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July 30________________________________________
He knows everything—doesn’t he also know what you are doing? The LORD knows people’s thoughts. – Psalm 94:10-11 (NLT)
GOD KNOWS
A poem and essay by ILMA
God knows what you are thinking
He also sees what you are planning
He knows everything and people’s thoughts
The Lord understands your weakness and faults.
Our heavenly Father is omnipotent and omniscient
Doesn’t he deserve all the praise and thanksgiving?
He recognizes both your strength and challenges
Believe in him and he will bring about many changes.
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There are some people who are very private and they dislike that other people can see through what they are thinking. The Western culture is big on confidentiality, especially with the proliferation of social media. Some of the privacy acts even covers intimate relationships such as husbands and wives. It is bizarre that a spouse can have the choice to keep a secret from the partner. Whatever happened to the bond between two people who vowed to be united and become one unit.? Genesis 2:24 says that the man leaves his father and mother and joins his wife and become one flesh.
When we choose a life committed to Jesus, we become one with him. His presence lives in us. He knows everything about us and what we are doing. We cannot hide from him because he knows everything. We can be honest with him and allow him to closer with us and intimate.
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PRAYER
Thank you for making me in your image and having the capacity for wisdom.
REFLECTION
Why do you think some people hide from God?
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PROMISE TO THE GODLY Poem Devotional

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July 29________________________________________
The godly will flourish like palm trees and grow like the cedar of Lebanon.
– Psalm 92:12(NLT)
PROMISE TO THE GODLY
A poem and essay by ILMA
To those who lead a life of holiness
Blessings from the Lord is boundless
In all they do, they usually flourish
God will never let them be impoverished.
Choose to live a life of conviction
It will make you avoid temptations
Like the cedar of Lebanon, they grow very tall
In all they do, God never allows them to fall.
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The tallest palm trees can grow as tall as 197 feet like the Quindio wax palm. Archeological finds have shown that the date palm was commonly used in Mesopotamian society, for food and other purposes. Romans gave palm branches as a symbol of triumph to the triumphant champions of games and wars. In the Bible, the people of Jerusalem greeted a triumphant Jesus just one week before his death and resurrection, a tradition now known and celebrated as Palm Sunday the week before Easter. Palms are mentioned dozens of times in both the Bible. The cedar of Lebanon is a tall evergreen tree which has been prized for its high quality timber, oils and resins for thousands of years
No wonder the godly are likened to palm trees and cedars of Lebanon. They are going prosper and flourish because of their righteousness and be looked up because they are anchored on a strong foundation.
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PRAYER
Lord, I am grateful that you gave me the opportunity to choose godliness.
REFLECTION
How can we stay godly in this very corrupt world?
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GREAT WORKS AND DEEP THOUGHTS Poem Devotional

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July 28________________________________________
O Lord, what great works you do. And how deep are your thoughts. – Psalm 92:5(NLT)
GREAT WORKS AND DEEP THOUGHTS
A poem and essay by ILMA
What great works you have done Lord
You are worthy of praise and all the laud
No other gods can do what you can
You are the best and so is your Son.
Your thoughts are so deep
You know everything I think
Help me to have strength to change my thinking
Constantly guide me and keep on convicting.
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Have you ever met someone who can do anything and everything? Not one person on this planet can be all-knowing and all-seeing. Only the Lord Jesus Christ has the qualities of immortality, omniscience and omnipotence. No other human being can know what you are thinking even before that thought comes into your mind. Only God created everything from nothing. By speaking out a word, he is able to make something. When he created the world, he just uttered the words Let there be light, and there was light. The bible says that there is only one God who is the greatest, he is the only one who has infinite wisdom. He doesn’t reveal to anyone anything completely because he has the complete picture of what he has planned for all of his creation.
Do you thank the Lord for all the things that he has given you? Do you magnify in his wisdom?
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PRAYER
Lord, thank you for all your creation and your immeasurable wisdom.
REFLECTION
How can we have the mind of God according to 1 Corinthians 2:16?
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