Why the shepherds first?

As the lowly shepherds

 lay keeping their sheep.

An Angel of the Lord appeared,

 Come worship the Savior

a babe in peaceful sleep.

Why the shepherds first?

Why not someone of more authority?

Christ alone came for all mankind

Not one has greater priority.

Who better to be the first to arrive?

After all, Christ is the Lamb of God.

Who better to kneel at His side, 

but those who believed ,

though to others it may have seemed odd.

For in the Kingdom of Heaven, 

the last shall be first and first shall be last

Lord make me as a lowly shepherd

 help me to put You first,

 and my selfish ways last.

Written by:  Rebecca Snuffer

Repent and turn to Jesus

Repent and turn to Jesus,

for the time is drawing near.

Let those with eyes to see

and those with ears to hear.

Repent and turn to Jesus

leave your sins in the past.

Accept Him while there is still time,

for that time is fading fast!

Repent and turn to Jesus

He is waiting for you, a Child of God to be

He has always been right there 

just open your eyes to see.

Repent and turn to Jesus 

My plea to you, I pray

Repent and turn to Jesus

For He IS the ONLY way!

Written by:  Rebecca Snuffer

02/27/13

The War is already won..but the battle rages on

The war has already been won,

The Victor, God's only Son.

Yet the enemy continues to attack us

every hour of ever day.

But, God is for us and He defends us

against satan's every way.

His Word like a double-edged sword,

My faith a shield

Yet my greatest defense against the enemy

comes, when all my heart and soul to Christ I yield.

Without the Lord I am nothing,

Can do nothing am powerless against temptation

But through Him I can do anything

in Him I have Salvation.

Written By:  Rebecca Snuffer

08/19/12

To Breathe the Air of Heaven

To breathe the air of Heaven

To feel the refreshing breath of Lord

breathing life into my soul.

I am alive in Him now.

I see Him clearly now.

I hear Him speak to me.

To breathe that precious air of my Savior

So easy to breathe,

cherishing every moment.

Written By:  Rebecca Snuffer

04/29/12

Far from home...but HE never left

This poem is a two part poem.  The first part is a prayer to God and the second is His response.

(my prayer)

Why do I feel so disconnected

as if someone pulled the plug?

I want to come running back

yet I cant seem to move faster than a slug.

Feeling so far away, I just don't understand.

I need to fall all my knees ,

yet still alone I stand.

Where did I go wrong?

How did I get so far away?

I don't remember when I took that first step

all I know is that one step,  I took

led me astray.

Do I not know You as well as I thought I had?

So disappointed in my selfish heart

was I wrong when I thought my faith in You

was iron clad?

I know You have never left me,

You have been here all along.

Why does it seem so few steps to walk away

yet to come back home seems so long?

(His answer)

My child no matter how far 

you feel you have gone

stop your wandering thoughts

and see you've never left home.

Though you may feel alone and powerless

overcome with guilt and sorrow

Lift up your heart to Me

and begin a new tomorrow.

You're never too far away

from My protective hand and loving heart

Stop looking back wondering what went wrong

instead look to Me let me erase your pain and give you

a fresh start.

Written by:  Rebecca Snuffer

6/1/12

What you leave behind

We all have a responsibility

and I truly believe it is so

Its not what you take with you to heaven

but what you leave behind when you go.

What will be your legacy 

when people think of you?

Will they know you had the Lord in your heart

and to His word you remained true?

Did you leave the light and loveof Jesus

in your children's hearts and minds?

Did you show them what He has done for us

read them the Bible, for all their questions

the answers they can find.

Did you teach them when times get tough

and you feel like giving in

that's when you know you've grown closer to His love

and He's on your side to win.

When temptation to do wrong

grows stronger everyday

just stay steadfast in His love

get on your knees and pray.

Make sure your loved ones know

all about Jesus and His love

so someday when it comes their time

you will all meet again in His kingdom above

Written by:  Rebecca Snuffer

11/12/08  

How to Pray

Jesus taught us how to pray

but how often we forget

we need to praise Him first in prayer

before our needs are met.

Start by saying thank You Lord

for all that You have given

Help me to remember to forgive

 and be forgiven.

Now its time to ask for help 

and ask for His protection

Just simply ask for Him to lead you 

in the right direction.

Obey His word and praise His name

every single day

But don't forget to feel in your heart

your words before you pray.

Know He is always there for us

just ask and you shall receive

The Lord works in mysterious ways

just praise Him and believe.

Written by: Rebecca Snuffer

10/19/08

Trust in Him

Praise the Lord for this day that is given

stop the worry and just start livin'.

Just give Him your needs and concerns

and look forward to the day He returns.

For He loves us all deep down inside

He was there when you laughed,

He has held you when you've cried.

You can find all the answers to your troubles and woes

Just trust in Him, for He already knows.

Just seek Him out He is always there for us.

Just praise Him,

and in Him alone you must trust.

Written by:  Rebecca Snuffer

10/12/08

To dine with the King of kings

Come boldly to My table

Where a place for you is set.

Please accept this invitation

no requirements need met.

Just find Me in your heart

believe upon My Holy Name.

But beware believing in the mind

and in the heart are not the same.

I gave My life for you

Upon the cross of Calvary.

My blood poured out to save you
from sin to set you free.

So let Me fill your cup
with joy and righteousness.
You shall feast upon the bread of life

Be filled with My Spirit, your love for me profess.

Written by: Rebecca Snuffer
1/2/2012

Interwoven

Prayer is essential to Christians

as the air we breathe.

The Lord has knit us together,

our heartstrings He does weave.

We are one big family

all children of God.

Let us always be in prayer for each other

while on this earth we trod.

There is great power in prayer

shinning brighter than the sun.

But ever greater still

when we pray together as one.

Let us gather together

in fellowship and prayer.

For Jesus has said that where two or more meet in His name,

He will also be there.

Written by:  Rebecca Snuffer

03/09/10

Be Still

My child I have invited you 

to come to Me in prayer.

Remember when you do,

I'll always meet you there.

Prayer is not one sided,

I like to talk to you just the same.

So pause for a while 

before you close in My name.

Think of it as a conversation

not just a wish list of concerns.

We both have lots to say

so let us both take turns.

My child I love you dearly

and each day you do My will.

So take some time when you pray each day

to be quiet and just be still.

Written by: Rebecca Snuffer

03/01/10

Quiet Time

Turn down the noises and distractions of your day.

Go into your prayer closet, set your mind upon Him and pray.

Take some special time to speak to the Lord in your quiet space.

These intimate times with God are priceless, 

putting a song in your heart and a smile upon your face.

It's just you and the Lord there together heart to heart.

Close your eyes, clear your mind, quiet your soul before you start.

Written by: Rebecca Snuffer

2/22/10

You're Invited

There is an invitation

that is written on your heart.

God is the author He is waiting to hear from you

now is the time to start.

He is waiting patiently

to hear about your day

Treasuring every word in your heart

before you even say.

So take your time and set your heart

and mind upon Him now.

The Holy Spirit is here to help you

when you're not sure what to say or how.

Written by: Rebecca Snuffer

02/15/10

Preparing for Rain

Our prayers are seeds we plant

in times of happiness and pain.

While waiting for our seeds to grow

we must prepare for rain.

The anticipation while we wait upon the Lord

is at times hard to bear.

But when the time is right

His plans for us He will share.

Though we would all like a quick answer to our requests

the timing is not up to us.

We must remain faithful in our prayers

in Christ alone put our hope and trust.

And when the time is just right

His answer will come in bloom

.For His timing is always perfect

never too late, and never too soon.

Written by:  Rebecca Snuffer

3/24/10

Christ Alone

A debt paid in full, one I could not satisfy.

This the very reason my Savior had to die.

Upon His head a crown of thorns

carried His cross through a crowd that scorns.

Without hesitation He gave His life for me.

Without a second thought His sacrifice had set me free.

A debt I could not pay, a sin I could not erase.

Only Christ alone could save the human race.

To reconcile us with The Father

His only Son was crucified.

He became our sin 

and with Him our sin that day had died.

Written by: Rebecca Snuffer

03/23/10

Just Me and My Jesus

Well Lord it's just You and me

here in this peaceful place.

I hear Your voice, I feel Your touch

and soon shall I see Your face.

I have set aside all my worries and fears

my faith no longer sways.

I've put all my trust, my hope, my life in Your hands

now and for the rest of my days.

Revive me with Your Spirit 

within my heart ignite Your fire.

May I always walk in Your way, Your light,

Your truth and not grow weary or tire.

Written by: Rebecca Snuffer

10/28/09

Rid Me of Myself

Lord fill my heart with Your love

and rid me of myself

Don't let me forget that I am Yours

help me not to put Your love and grace on a shelf.

Jesus guide me and show me how

to give with a gracious heart.

Use me and  my life to do Your work

Lord help me to do my part.

Lord I surrender all of me 

and all I have to You right now.

My life is not my own, nor anything I have on earth

help me to give it all to You somehow.

Help me to empty my heart

so that You may dwell within.

With You on my side, taking care of me

Lord there is no battle I won't win.

Written by: Rebecca Snuffer

10/19&20/09

Tests of Faith

Though the trials may be many

and some days may seem so long.

We shall not grow weary

for in the Lord we grow strong.

Through tribulations and temptations

oh I'm sure there will be some.

With Jesus on our side,

Praise Him! We shall overcome!

We never walk alone,

with Jesus always by our side.

Our Lord, our Savior, our Comforter

may He always be our guide.

So when those seas grow stormy

may He overflow your cup.

Just remember when you're feeling down

the only way to look is up.

Written by: Rebecca Snuffer

10/18/09

The Battle Within

Lord give me the strength

to fight through these stormy seas

Lord only You can heal my sickness,

cure me from this disease.

These things I don't want to do,

I seem to do anyway

Take control of my life, my actions, my heart,

so that I may live with You someday.

Lord all I want to do

is to please You and show others Your love.

Lord You reign on high

over all here on earth and above.

Written by:  Rebecca Snuffer

10/11/09

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Lord help me stay true

to obey Your every command.

Help me to remember You are my steady rock

all others are sinking sand.

Give me strength and courage

and just the right words to say.

Lord help me reach out

to another lost soul today.

Fill me with Your Holy Spirit

to guide me through my time here on earth.

My comforter, my teacher, my intercessor,

of unfathomable worth.

Apart from You I am nothing

I need Your help everyday.

Without You I would be lost 

Praise be to God, for showing me the way.

Written by:  Rebecca Snuffer

10/02/09