Migration
In fall I share the dream of birds
to seek a warmer place ,
To leave the cold and dark behind
for sunlight on my face .
On wings of faith I soar above
on some unchartered course
Which leads me closer to God’s love
which is itself a force .
The journey’s long and perilous
over land and time and sea ,
But then I reach the golden shore
where heaven smiles on me !
The northern winds have come and gone ,
there’s no forecast of snow ,
So I begin my journey home
to watch the roses grow .
In spring my heart is filled with hope .
despite the pain I bear ,
So I return ,as do the birds
on a wing and prayer !
Jan Bagwell
God Bless !
Please be in prayer for Frankie Wilson , David and Hali Bagwell , Scott and Elizabeth and Emily Bagwell and Nyica Greg .
Friday, October 7, 2011
Thursday, October 6, 2011
He's Always Near
He’s Always Near
How wonderful it is know
That God is always near ,
That even just a whispered thought
He will most surely hear .
No matter what you’re doing
Nor what the time of day ,
He never is too busy
To listen as you pray ,
No need to kneel at bedside ,
No need to close your eyes ,
You need not even fold your hands
He’s always at your side .
Remember just a thought . my friend ,
Of our Father up above
Will bring you such contentment
And will fill your heart with love .
Jan Bagwell
God Bless
How wonderful it is know
That God is always near ,
That even just a whispered thought
He will most surely hear .
No matter what you’re doing
Nor what the time of day ,
He never is too busy
To listen as you pray ,
No need to kneel at bedside ,
No need to close your eyes ,
You need not even fold your hands
He’s always at your side .
Remember just a thought . my friend ,
Of our Father up above
Will bring you such contentment
And will fill your heart with love .
Jan Bagwell
God Bless
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
The Voice of God
The Voice of God
I heard the voice of God today
When I awoke at dawn ;
The birds were singing in the trees
And chirping on the lawn .
I heard His voice again this noon
When children came to play ;
I heard them laughing in the yard ;
The sound was light and gay .
I heard His voice again tonight
Upon the evening breeze ;
It rustled in the aspen leaves
And silted through the trees .
I heard His voice within my soul
When I lay down to sleep ;
His voice was peace within my heart;
And I am His to Keep.
Jan Bagwell
God Bless !!
Please be in prayer for Frankie Wilson , David and Hali Bagwell , Scott and Elizabeth and Emily Bagwell and Nyica Greg .
I heard the voice of God today
When I awoke at dawn ;
The birds were singing in the trees
And chirping on the lawn .
I heard His voice again this noon
When children came to play ;
I heard them laughing in the yard ;
The sound was light and gay .
I heard His voice again tonight
Upon the evening breeze ;
It rustled in the aspen leaves
And silted through the trees .
I heard His voice within my soul
When I lay down to sleep ;
His voice was peace within my heart;
And I am His to Keep.
Jan Bagwell
God Bless !!
Please be in prayer for Frankie Wilson , David and Hali Bagwell , Scott and Elizabeth and Emily Bagwell and Nyica Greg .
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Eyes From Above
Eyes From Above
I walked into the store as I had done countless times before.
There was nothing unusual about the night, just a routine stroll
down the aisles of commerce. .
It was a huge store. You would know the name of the chain,
but the name doesn't matter.
Bright lights, wide aisles, and full shelves made for an awesome
store.
The modern stores don't have many helpers like the old days.
I used to work in a store. My job was to price
merchandise, stock the shelves, sweep the floor, ring the cash
register, and watch customers.
I didn't watch customers for fun. Customers would steal in the
old days. My job included helping customers find what they
wanted but keeping a watchful eye to make sure they paid for
what they found.
Those old days came to mind as I wandered or rather was towed by
anxious kids down the huge aisles.
How in the world do they keep people from stealing them blind?
There were no clerks or assistants watching us. What was to
prevent us from pocketing any number of tempting items?
I looked around, not for the purpose of stealing anything, but
of scientific curiosity.
How did they keep people from stealing?
I knew the nature of people had not improved since I was a
clerk. People stole then and they steal now.
This was an extremely successful chain. Surely they couldn't be
this trusting. Surely they couldn't be this benevolent that
they would simply allow people to have whatever they felt like
not paying for.
Surely not.
I am a scientist. I think. I analyze. I wonder. I seek
answers. I am a businessman. No people watching, plenty of
merchandise, a certain percentage of people that would take
advantage of inattention, successful chain stores, it didn't
fit. How could they trust so?
They didn't. That much I knew. I know the commercial mind.
They couldn't and didn't trust people that much.
So why was no one watching?
I knew that couldn't be either.
Maybe they were watching.
If so, then how were they watching?
I knew if they were watching it would have to be though video
cameras. I knew where they would need to be positioned.
I looked up.
Whoa!
As many times as I had been in that store and similar stores of
the chain, I had never thought to look up. I walked beneath
totally unaware and unconcerned about the eyes above.
As I looked up, I saw rows and rows of surveillance cameras.
Somewhere between 100 and 200 cameras looked down as I surveyed
the roof of the huge store.
If you didn't know already, you wouldn't know they were cameras
but I knew. Surveillance cameras are usually mounted behind
blue colored domes. You can't see in, but the camera can see
out. It can point in any direction, and you don't know if and
where it is looking.
It can swivel, tilt, pan, and zoom. They can follow your every
move. They can zoom out to view the whole aisle or zoom in on a
pimple. Hundreds of them, and I never knew or guessed because I
never thought about it.
Eyes from above that watched every move of those below.
So many walk without realizing every move is observed and
recorded.
Eyes from above.
I walked differently once I saw the cameras. I had no intention
of ever doing anything wrong, with or without cameras; I just
walked differently knowing that someone could be watching every
single move that I made.
It shouldn't have made a difference.
But it did.
We often go through life as if no one sees.
As if no eyes from above are watching.
Suppose we realized that?
Every frown, every harsh word, every wrong deed, every good or
bad twitch of our minds and muscles...
Recorded.
Eyes from above.
Encased in a blue canopy.
It makes you walk differently once you realize that.
It really does.
Jan Bagwell
God Bless !!
I walked into the store as I had done countless times before.
There was nothing unusual about the night, just a routine stroll
down the aisles of commerce. .
It was a huge store. You would know the name of the chain,
but the name doesn't matter.
Bright lights, wide aisles, and full shelves made for an awesome
store.
The modern stores don't have many helpers like the old days.
I used to work in a store. My job was to price
merchandise, stock the shelves, sweep the floor, ring the cash
register, and watch customers.
I didn't watch customers for fun. Customers would steal in the
old days. My job included helping customers find what they
wanted but keeping a watchful eye to make sure they paid for
what they found.
Those old days came to mind as I wandered or rather was towed by
anxious kids down the huge aisles.
How in the world do they keep people from stealing them blind?
There were no clerks or assistants watching us. What was to
prevent us from pocketing any number of tempting items?
I looked around, not for the purpose of stealing anything, but
of scientific curiosity.
How did they keep people from stealing?
I knew the nature of people had not improved since I was a
clerk. People stole then and they steal now.
This was an extremely successful chain. Surely they couldn't be
this trusting. Surely they couldn't be this benevolent that
they would simply allow people to have whatever they felt like
not paying for.
Surely not.
I am a scientist. I think. I analyze. I wonder. I seek
answers. I am a businessman. No people watching, plenty of
merchandise, a certain percentage of people that would take
advantage of inattention, successful chain stores, it didn't
fit. How could they trust so?
They didn't. That much I knew. I know the commercial mind.
They couldn't and didn't trust people that much.
So why was no one watching?
I knew that couldn't be either.
Maybe they were watching.
If so, then how were they watching?
I knew if they were watching it would have to be though video
cameras. I knew where they would need to be positioned.
I looked up.
Whoa!
As many times as I had been in that store and similar stores of
the chain, I had never thought to look up. I walked beneath
totally unaware and unconcerned about the eyes above.
As I looked up, I saw rows and rows of surveillance cameras.
Somewhere between 100 and 200 cameras looked down as I surveyed
the roof of the huge store.
If you didn't know already, you wouldn't know they were cameras
but I knew. Surveillance cameras are usually mounted behind
blue colored domes. You can't see in, but the camera can see
out. It can point in any direction, and you don't know if and
where it is looking.
It can swivel, tilt, pan, and zoom. They can follow your every
move. They can zoom out to view the whole aisle or zoom in on a
pimple. Hundreds of them, and I never knew or guessed because I
never thought about it.
Eyes from above that watched every move of those below.
So many walk without realizing every move is observed and
recorded.
Eyes from above.
I walked differently once I saw the cameras. I had no intention
of ever doing anything wrong, with or without cameras; I just
walked differently knowing that someone could be watching every
single move that I made.
It shouldn't have made a difference.
But it did.
We often go through life as if no one sees.
As if no eyes from above are watching.
Suppose we realized that?
Every frown, every harsh word, every wrong deed, every good or
bad twitch of our minds and muscles...
Recorded.
Eyes from above.
Encased in a blue canopy.
It makes you walk differently once you realize that.
It really does.
Jan Bagwell
God Bless !!
Monday, October 3, 2011
My Lif'e's Balance
My Life's Balance'' ry
I have found that in this very place and time
Much more than a chemical balance to it all.
It’s not that which is flowing through each vein and artery
To those aging places that bring comfort and makes one well.
But a more Spiritual source, of life streams
Now flows within my mind and space.
Placing that of an after glow, from my higher source
Bringing me joy, peace, deeper love
And a Spiritual inner grace.
Growing older has real benefits
That in ones youth might never bring.
It teaches a person what is important
That importance, in the smallest
The smallest of everything.
In a child’s smile from an innocence of love
Scented sweetness in a summers breeze.
That resting time otherwise overlooked
While just cuddling with a loved one on a swing.
Embrace the years as they come to you
As if in each one, there lies within a hidden gift.
And you will see that in your puzzle of life
That one piece placed thought not to fit.
Jan Bagwell
God Bless !!
I have found that in this very place and time
Much more than a chemical balance to it all.
It’s not that which is flowing through each vein and artery
To those aging places that bring comfort and makes one well.
But a more Spiritual source, of life streams
Now flows within my mind and space.
Placing that of an after glow, from my higher source
Bringing me joy, peace, deeper love
And a Spiritual inner grace.
Growing older has real benefits
That in ones youth might never bring.
It teaches a person what is important
That importance, in the smallest
The smallest of everything.
In a child’s smile from an innocence of love
Scented sweetness in a summers breeze.
That resting time otherwise overlooked
While just cuddling with a loved one on a swing.
Embrace the years as they come to you
As if in each one, there lies within a hidden gift.
And you will see that in your puzzle of life
That one piece placed thought not to fit.
Jan Bagwell
God Bless !!
Friday, September 30, 2011
Memo From God
MEMO FROM GOD
Effective immediately, please be aware that there are changes you need to make in your life. These changes need to be completed in order that I may fulfill my promises to you to grant you peace, joy, and happiness in this life. I apologize for any inconvenience, but after all that I am doing, this seems very little to ask of you. I know, I already gave you the Ten Commandments. Keep them. But follow these guidelines, also:
1. QUIT WORRYING
Life has dealt you a blow and all you do is sit and worry. Have you forgotten that I am here to take all your burdens and carry them for you? Or do you just enjoy fretting over every little thing that comes your way?
2. PUT IT ON THE LIST
Something needs done or taken care of. Put it on the list. No, not YOUR list. Put it on MY to-do-list. Let ME be the one to take care of the problem. I can't help you until you turn it over to me. And although my to-do-list is long, I am after all, God. I can take care of anything you put into my hands. In fact, if the truth were ever really known, I take care of a lot of things for you that you never even realize.
3. TRUST ME
Once you've given your burdens to me, quit trying to take them back. Trust in me. Have the faith that I will take care of all your needs, your problems and your trials. Problems with the kids? Put them on my list. Problem with finances? Put it on my list. Problems with your emotional roller coaster? For my sake, put it on my list. I want to help you. All you have to do is ask.
4. LEAVE IT ALONE
Don't wake up one morning and say, "Well, I'm feeling much stronger now, I think I can handle it from here." Why do you think you are feeling stronger now? It's simple. You gave me your burdens and I'm taking care of them. I also renew your strength and cover you in my peace. Don't you know that if I give you these problems back, you will be right back where you started? Leave them with me and forget about them. Just let me do my job.
5. TALK TO ME
I want you to forget a lot of things. Forget what was making you crazy. Forget the worry and the fretting because you know I'm in control. But there's one thing I pray you never forget. Please don't forget to talk to me - OFTEN! I love you. I want to hear your voice. I want you to include me in on the things going on in your life. I want to hear you talk about your friends and family. Prayer is simply your having a conversation with me. I want to be your dearest friend.
6. HAVE FAITH
I see a lot of things from up here that you can't see from where you are. Have faith in me that I know what I'm doing. Trust me, you wouldn't want the view from my eyes. I will continue to care for you, watch over you, and meet your needs. You only have to trust me. Although I have a much bigger task than you, it seems as if you have so much trouble just doing your simple part. How hard can trust be?
7. SHARE
You were taught to share when you were only two years old. When did you forget? That rule still applies. Share with those who are less fortunate than you. Share your joy with those who need encouragement. Share your laughter with those who haven't heard any in such a long time. Share your tears with those who have forgotten how to cry. Share your faith with those who have none.
8. BE PATIENT
I managed to fix it so in just one lifetime you could have so many diverse experiences. You grow from a child to an adult, have children, change jobs many times, learn many trades, travel to so many places, met thousands of people, and experience so much. How can you be so impatient then when it takes me a little longer than you expect to handle something on my to-do-list? Trust in my timing, for my timing is perfect. Just because I created the entire universe in only six days, everyone thinks I should always rush,! rush, rush.
9. BE KIND
Be kind to others, for I love them just as much as I love you. They may not dress like you, or talk like you, or live the same way you do, but I still love you all. Please try to get along, for my sake. I created each of you different in some way. It would be too boring if you were all identical. Please know I love each of your differences.
10. LOVE YOURSELF
As much as I love you, how can you not love yourself? You were created by me for one reason only - to be loved, and to love in return. I am a God of Love. Love me. Love your neighbors. But also love yourself. It makes my heart ache when I see you so angry with yourself when things go wrong. You are very precious to me. Don't ever forget that!
With all my heart I love you,
GOD
Jan Bagwell
God Bless
Has I was sitting wondering what God would have me to write . This came to me and I sending to you .
Effective immediately, please be aware that there are changes you need to make in your life. These changes need to be completed in order that I may fulfill my promises to you to grant you peace, joy, and happiness in this life. I apologize for any inconvenience, but after all that I am doing, this seems very little to ask of you. I know, I already gave you the Ten Commandments. Keep them. But follow these guidelines, also:
1. QUIT WORRYING
Life has dealt you a blow and all you do is sit and worry. Have you forgotten that I am here to take all your burdens and carry them for you? Or do you just enjoy fretting over every little thing that comes your way?
2. PUT IT ON THE LIST
Something needs done or taken care of. Put it on the list. No, not YOUR list. Put it on MY to-do-list. Let ME be the one to take care of the problem. I can't help you until you turn it over to me. And although my to-do-list is long, I am after all, God. I can take care of anything you put into my hands. In fact, if the truth were ever really known, I take care of a lot of things for you that you never even realize.
3. TRUST ME
Once you've given your burdens to me, quit trying to take them back. Trust in me. Have the faith that I will take care of all your needs, your problems and your trials. Problems with the kids? Put them on my list. Problem with finances? Put it on my list. Problems with your emotional roller coaster? For my sake, put it on my list. I want to help you. All you have to do is ask.
4. LEAVE IT ALONE
Don't wake up one morning and say, "Well, I'm feeling much stronger now, I think I can handle it from here." Why do you think you are feeling stronger now? It's simple. You gave me your burdens and I'm taking care of them. I also renew your strength and cover you in my peace. Don't you know that if I give you these problems back, you will be right back where you started? Leave them with me and forget about them. Just let me do my job.
5. TALK TO ME
I want you to forget a lot of things. Forget what was making you crazy. Forget the worry and the fretting because you know I'm in control. But there's one thing I pray you never forget. Please don't forget to talk to me - OFTEN! I love you. I want to hear your voice. I want you to include me in on the things going on in your life. I want to hear you talk about your friends and family. Prayer is simply your having a conversation with me. I want to be your dearest friend.
6. HAVE FAITH
I see a lot of things from up here that you can't see from where you are. Have faith in me that I know what I'm doing. Trust me, you wouldn't want the view from my eyes. I will continue to care for you, watch over you, and meet your needs. You only have to trust me. Although I have a much bigger task than you, it seems as if you have so much trouble just doing your simple part. How hard can trust be?
7. SHARE
You were taught to share when you were only two years old. When did you forget? That rule still applies. Share with those who are less fortunate than you. Share your joy with those who need encouragement. Share your laughter with those who haven't heard any in such a long time. Share your tears with those who have forgotten how to cry. Share your faith with those who have none.
8. BE PATIENT
I managed to fix it so in just one lifetime you could have so many diverse experiences. You grow from a child to an adult, have children, change jobs many times, learn many trades, travel to so many places, met thousands of people, and experience so much. How can you be so impatient then when it takes me a little longer than you expect to handle something on my to-do-list? Trust in my timing, for my timing is perfect. Just because I created the entire universe in only six days, everyone thinks I should always rush,! rush, rush.
9. BE KIND
Be kind to others, for I love them just as much as I love you. They may not dress like you, or talk like you, or live the same way you do, but I still love you all. Please try to get along, for my sake. I created each of you different in some way. It would be too boring if you were all identical. Please know I love each of your differences.
10. LOVE YOURSELF
As much as I love you, how can you not love yourself? You were created by me for one reason only - to be loved, and to love in return. I am a God of Love. Love me. Love your neighbors. But also love yourself. It makes my heart ache when I see you so angry with yourself when things go wrong. You are very precious to me. Don't ever forget that!
With all my heart I love you,
GOD
Jan Bagwell
God Bless
Has I was sitting wondering what God would have me to write . This came to me and I sending to you .
Thursday, September 29, 2011
The Power of Prayer
The Power of Prayer
Nobody knows the power of prayer ,
But somebody must be listening there
With a friendly ear for the heart that calls
Someone Who knows when a sparrow falls
Miracles lie in power of prayer ;
Faith that can banish the soul’s despair !
Hope that can shine like a holy light
And brighten the spirit’s darkest night !
When earthly help is no avail
There is one Friend Who will never fail ;
Just lift your eyes – the answer is there .
For nobody knows the power of prayer !
Jan Bagwell
God Bless !
Nobody knows the power of prayer ,
But somebody must be listening there
With a friendly ear for the heart that calls
Someone Who knows when a sparrow falls
Miracles lie in power of prayer ;
Faith that can banish the soul’s despair !
Hope that can shine like a holy light
And brighten the spirit’s darkest night !
When earthly help is no avail
There is one Friend Who will never fail ;
Just lift your eyes – the answer is there .
For nobody knows the power of prayer !
Jan Bagwell
God Bless !
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