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WHEN YOU STEP INTO WATER Poem Devotional

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May 25
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It was harvest season, and the Jordan was overflowing its banks. But as soon as the feet of the priests who were carrying the Ark touched the water at the river’s edge, the water above that point began backing up a great distance away. -Joshua 3:15-16(NLT)
WHEN YOU STEP INTO WATER
A poem and essay by ILMA
When Peter saw Jesus walking on water amidst the storm
He wanted to follow Christ but fears started to form
As soon as he cried to him for help, he grabbed Peter
Will you trust God completely and step into the water?
When you take your step into obedience to Christ
You will see miracles and breakthroughs come into your life
Are you willing to take the step even amidst difficulties?
Will you decide to obey despite your fears and frailties?
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There were major miracles that God used water to show his people his power. There was the River Jordan crossing of the Ark of the Covenant in the book of Joshua, the deliverance of Israelites from the Egyptians at the Red Sea in Exodus, the walking on water of Jesus amidst the storm and making Peter walk on water, the turning of the water(river) into blood by Moses was his first public miracle just as Jesus’ first public miracle was the turning water into wine at thee wedding at Cana. When we take a step into the water, we experience the impossible.
PRAYER
Give me courage to take the first step into the water, Lord.
REFLECTION
When did you take a step into the water amidst a storm of 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

WHEN YOU STEP INTO WATER Poem Devotional

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May 25
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It was harvest season, and the Jordan was overflowing its banks. But as soon as the feet of the priests who were carrying the Ark touched the water at the river’s edge, the water above that point began backing up a great distance away. -Joshua 3:15-16(NLT)
WHEN YOU STEP INTO WATER
A poem and essay by ILMA
When Peter saw Jesus walking on water amidst the storm
He wanted to follow Christ but fears started to form
As soon as he cried to him for help, he grabbed Peter
Will you trust God completely and step into the water?
When you take your step into obedience to Christ
You will see miracles and breakthroughs come into your life
Are you willing to take the step even amidst difficulties?
Will you decide to obey despite your fears and frailties?
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There were major miracles that God used water to show his people his power. There was the River Jordan crossing of the Ark of the Covenant in the book of Joshua, the deliverance of Israelites from the Egyptians at the Red Sea in Exodus, the walking on water of Jesus amidst the storm and making Peter walk on water, the turning of the water(river) into blood by Moses was his first public miracle just as Jesus’ first public miracle was the turning water into wine at thee wedding at Cana. When we take a step into the water, we experience the impossible.
PRAYER
Give me courage to take the first step into the water, Lord.
REFLECTION
When did you take a step into the water amidst a storm of 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

GOD’S TESTIMONY Poem Devotional

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May 24
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And this is what God has testified: He has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have God’s Son does not have life.
– 1 John 5:11-12 (NLT)
GOD’S TESTIMONY
A poem and essay by ILMA
God testified that he has given us eternal life through Jesus
It is important to help us in all our trials and crises
God witnessed to his Son, the one who can give us life
Yet some of us continue to deny Christ and live in strife.
Whoever commits his life to the Son will have life
Whoever does not have Jesus Christ will stagnate and die
Why won’t you believe God’s testimony and accept it?
It will cleanse all your sins and allow the indwelling of the Spirit.
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I just gave a testimony this week about how God recycled my pains for his Kingdom gain. God gave me a 10-minute poem to testify and declare to some women who attended our bible study group how all the abuses and traumas I experienced was recycled for God’s glory. Someone who heard the testimony shared how encouraging it was to hear my life story and how God to know she wasn’t alone in her emotional pains as well. Sometimes pain can be a good teacher for us.
God himself testified for his Son. He said that he has given us eternal life through him and whoever believes him, has life.
PRAYER
Thank you for a chance to tell others your glory.
REFLECTION
What recent miracles have you shared?
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

IMPORTANCE OF TESTIMONY Poem Devotional

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May 23
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Since we believe human testimony, surely we can believe the greater testimony that comes from God. And God has testified about his Son. – 1 John 5:9 (NLT)
IMPORTANCE OF TESTIMONY
A poem and essay by ILMA
Is there something that God has done for you?
Has he given you healing and a mind that is renewed?
Testimonies are ways we can proclaim God’s salvation
It strengthens and encourages us to overcome temptation.
Testimonies can make others feel validated and inspired
It makes them know there is hope and they can still aspire
God testified about his Son so we can trust and believe
He gave us his Son who is perfect so we won’t be deceived.
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Testimony is defined as an evidence or proof provided by the existence or appearance of something or someone. In court, testimonies or witnessing are essential for the making of a fair decision for a trial between two opposing people or groups. What we say in the witness stand can affect the judgment of the ones who will give the verdict to the trial.
The bible encourages us to give testimony to others so that the glory and power of God will be witnessed and experienced by either believers or non-believers in order to grow their faith. Testimonies can validate the existence of God and may bring other unbelievers to be convinced that there is a God who loves them. God himself testified about his Son.
PRAYER
Thank you Lord for opportunities to testify for you and your Son.
REFLECTION
Why are testimonies paramount in a Christian’s 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

BOLDLY PROCLAIM AND TEACH THE GOSPEL Poem Devotional

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May 22
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For the next two years, Paul lived in Rome at his own expense. He welcomed all who visited him boldly proclaiming the Kingdom of God and teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ. And no one tried to stop him. – Acts 28:30-31(NLT)
BOLDLY PROCLAIM AND TEACH THE GOSPEL
A poem and essay by ILMA
Do you have any occasions to tell about Jesus?
Go out and tell everyone the Good News
God wants you to spread the gospel everywhere
He wants you to be brave and boldly declare.
Whenever you proclaim his words and truth
You are planting seeds which will bear fruits
Do not be afraid for God will be with you always
He will equip you with his strength in many ways.
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Some believers take God’s instructions seriously, but sadly, some don’t. I think it is very essential for a believer to recognize God’s spirit, especially when he is instructing and teaching us something. Oftentimes, we miss out on what he is convicting us with and we go on with our willful ways. The bible tells us to declare his glory among the nations in Psalm 96:3.
Paul did exactly as God instructed. He taught and preached about the Lord Jesus Christ with boldness and passion. He was driven to do all of this because the Spirit of God was in him. He was empowered by the Holy Spirit to proclaim the Kingdom of God wherever he was.
PRAYER
Lord, help me to boldly proclaim your kingdom when I get a chance to.
REFLECTION
When was the last time you proclaimed His word?
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 PROTECTOR Poem Devotional

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May 20
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When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble, I will rescue and honor them. -Psalm 91:15(NLT)
FAITHFUL PROTECTOR
A poem and essay by ILMA
Are you going through some tough times?
Have you been attacked by evil thoughts and lies?
There is a God who is faithfully protecting you
Call on him and he will see you through.
He said that when you call on him, he will be there
He will rescue and you will not be ensnared
He is faithful in watching over you all day
He will guard you from evil in every way.
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Insurance is a thing providing protection against a possible eventuality. It is a big business in America. In Ontario alone, you cannot drive without insuring your vehicle. There have been crimes done just so insurance benefits could be claimed. What many people do not know is that there is a bigger and faithful person who can ensure our security and protection. This person is the Lord Almighty God.
In Psalms, we are reminded of the promise of God to those who call on Him. He said that they will be protected from trouble and that he will rescue and honor them. What a great promise to depend on. It is free and unlimited unlike the insurances we get from the world. They can’t give total coverage, God can. Believe and have him cover you.
PRAYER
Thank you for your faithful unlimited protection.
REFLECTION
What has the Lord protected you from lately?
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

MUCH IS EXPECTED WHEN THEY HAVE MUCH Poem Devotional

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May 21
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When someone has been given much, much will be required in return; and when someone has been entrusted with much, even more will be required. -Luke 12:48 (NLT)
MUCH IS EXPECTED WHEN THEY HAVE MUCH
A poem and essay by ILMA
Have you ever experienced an overflow of blessings?
Did you wonder where and why it kept on coming?
There is a responsibility that comes with all gifts
Much will be required in return for all these things.
When someone is given and entrusted much
They will be expected to share and have more trust
No need to keep and hoard it and continue to be passive
Grow it! Boldly share your gifts in order to be progressive.
________________________________________Since my early thirties up to now, I have had an overflow of gifts from God. Maybe I have had them even in my early years and probably my whole life. I just didn’t recognize them at all because I was wrapped up in the circumstances that was presented to me during the different stages of my life. I think that in my early thirties, I re-committed myself to God and that’s when I saw his perspective. I was driven to share the natural gifts and abilities I had for communication, teaching, the Visual, Musical and Literary Arts. God had a plan all along. The bible says that when someone has been given much, much is required from them as well.
PRAYER
Help me to do what you want for your kingdom for the overflow you gave me.
REFLECTION
What has God given you that needs to be returned?
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 PROTECTOR Poem Devotional

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May 20
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When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble, I will rescue and honor them. -Psalm 91:15(NLT)
FAITHFUL PROTECTOR
A poem and essay by ILMA
Are you going through some tough times?
Have you been attacked by evil thoughts and lies?
There is a God who is faithfully protecting you
Call on him and he will see you through.
He said that when you call on him, he will be there
He will rescue and you will not be ensnared
He is faithful in watching over you all day
He will guard you from evil in every way.
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Insurance is a thing providing protection against a possible eventuality. It is a big business in America. In Ontario alone, you cannot drive without insuring your vehicle. There have been crimes done just so insurance benefits could be claimed. What many people do not know is that there is a bigger and faithful person who can ensure our security and protection. This person is the Lord Almighty God.
In Psalms, we are reminded of the promise of God to those who call on Him. He said that they will be protected from trouble and that he will rescue and honor them. What a great promise to depend on. It is free and unlimited unlike the insurances we get from the world. They can’t give total coverage, God can. Believe and have him cover you.
PRAYER
Thank you for your faithful unlimited protection.
REFLECTION
What has the Lord protected you from lately?
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

CRUSHING THE ENEMY Poem Devotional

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May 19
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You will trample upon lions and cobras; you will crush fierce lions and serpents under your feet. -Psalm 91:13(NLT)
CRUSHING THE ENEMY
A poem and essay by ILMA
Believers were given authority to trample on lions and serpents
To take full control and power to win, we must confess and repent
If you obey God’s will and use the sword of the Spirit, the devil will flee
One of his tactics is to generate lies so you cannot hear truth or see.
Run to the throne each time you experience all his attacks
This is the only way you can expose him and fight back
You cannot do it in your own strength or you will lose
Allow God to do the fighting and remain faithful and true.
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One night I was asleep and felt a power hovering on top of my head in the pitch black darkness in our master’s bedroom. My husband was in deep sleep but I was awakened by this feeling that there was moving spirits hovering on top of my body. I usually have verses printed on paper beside me in the bed and memorize them before I went to bed. I just memorized a parallel verse to Psalm 91:13, Luke 10:19 that night before bed. I was able say out loud the verse says that I have power over the enemy and crush him and that I will not be harmed. The hovering spirit flee.
PRAYER
Thank you for the authority you have given me Lord.
REFLECTION
When was the last time you were victorious over the devil’s tactics?
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

PROTECTED BY ANGELS Poem Devotional

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May 18
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For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go. -Psalm91:10(NLT)
PROTECTED BY ANGELS
A poem and essay by ILMA
Do you know that God is faithful to those who love him?
He’s always with you and wants you to repent of your sins
He orders his angels to protect you wherever you go
Let God’s word be planted in your hearts so it can grow.
He has given you authority to trample and crush the enemy
You need to declare in his might name so you can have victory
His angels are encamped around you and protects you constantly
Look forward to all his promises so you can prosper continually.
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We live in a war zone. Ephesians 6:12 says: For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. This verse tells us that we are in a daily battle with someone we don’t visually see. How can we win with a war when we don’t see the enemy? This whole chapter written by Paul to the Ephesians is a guide to all believers how to do spiritual combat with the enemy. We are instructed to put on all of God’s armor and reminded in Psalms 91 that God orders his angels to protect you wherever you go.
PRAYER
Lord, thank you for your reinforcements to protect me.
REFLECTION
Have you experienced angel presence in your life, especially when you were threatened or in danger?
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