In the heart of North Carolina,

A young woman finds her peace,

Amidst the rolling hills and fields,

Her love for this place will never cease.

The beauty of this southern land,

Is a sight to behold,

From the Blue Ridge Mountains,

To the fields of gold.

The warm embrace of the community,

Is a testament to their faith,

With a love of God and family,

Their spirit will never fade.

The sweet tea and southern charm,

Is enough to make anyone smile,

With a hospitality that warms the heart,

It's easy to stay awhile.

The scent of magnolias in the air,

And the sound of cicadas at night,

The beauty of this southern land,

Is a treasure that is always in sight.

From the sandy shores of the coast,

To the rolling hills of the Piedmont,

North Carolina is a place of beauty,

A place that she can truly call home.

With every breath she takes,

And every moment she lives,

She thanks the Lord for this place,

And the love that it gives.

For North Carolina is a place of beauty,

A place of southern charm,

A place of faith and family,

A place that will never do her harm.

From the quaint small towns,

To the bustling cities with their lights,

North Carolina is a place of wonder,

A place that fills her heart with delight.

The crisp fall air and changing leaves,

The blooming flowers in the spring,

The warm sunshine of the summer,

And the snow that the winter brings.

The seasons change, but her love remains,

For this place that she calls home,

For the memories that it holds,

And the happiness that it has shown.

The people here are kind and true,

With a love that knows no end,

They welcome her with open arms,

And the bonds of friendship they extend.

North Carolina is a place of beauty,

A place that she will always adore,

With its God-fearing community,

And the love that it has in store.

So as the years go by,

And the memories start to fade,

She will always hold this place in her heart,

And the happiness that it has made.

For North Carolina is a place of wonder,

A place of love and light,

A place that she is proud to call home,

And a place that is always in sight.

In the depths of night, 

Where shadows creep and roam, 

There lies a darkness, 

That chills you to the bone. 

The silence is eerie, 

Broken only by the whispers, 

Of things unseen, 

That haunt these twisted vistas. 

A shiver runs down your spine, 

As you sense a presence near, 

And your heart starts racing, 

With an engulfing wave of fear. 

Beneath the cloak of darkness, 

Lurks something that can't be seen, 

Something malevolent, 

That should never have been. 

So tread carefully, my friend, 

And stay out of the night, 

For there are things that dwell there, 

That could steal away your light.

In my suffering without Him,

Enriched, on her perfect soul,

She ceased to sing–

Yield the blue,

beloved air,–

And that’s when she found Jesus,

my eyes on the rising sun:

Before I came to a

perfect change of time,

Each day to sing

Return the song that

your true voice

again;

It fell back upon her face

,

Jesus Is her everything

His eyes like a perfect

judge in time,

whispered my look

through the dark

night,

Lisped in her spirit and body

Laid my honest eyes

away;

Last night she felt like she

Passed behind a

year,

Lisped in her hand a

low voice,

She heard Him whisper, she heard Him say,

I Am Jesus, I am your light,

And I am

your  

everything.

Find Comfort In Him

When sorrows come and fill our hearts with pain,

And tears flow freely down our cheeks like rain,

We turn to God, our source of strength and light,

And find in Him the comfort that we seek.

For though we may not understand His ways,

We trust in Him throughout our darkest days,

Knowing that He works all things for our good,

And gives us hope where none before had stood.

So let us mourn, but not as those without,

For in Christ, all our sorrows are cast out,

And in His resurrection, we find power

To face tomorrow, no matter the hour.

For grief is but a part of life's great story,

And those who trust in God will find His glory,

As He turns mourning into dancing joys,

And fills our hearts with peace that never fades or destroys.

As I gazed upon the sight before me, a deep sense of sadness and disappointment washed over me. It was as if the very fabric of my being was being torn apart by the sheer magnitude of what I was witnessing. Perhaps, it was my own conservative way of thinking that was causing me to feel this way, but I couldn't help but feel that something was fundamentally wrong with the world we live in today.

It's no secret that we live in a society that is constantly changing and evolving. New ideas and ways of thinking are being introduced every day, and it can be difficult to keep up with all of them. But, as I looked upon the scene before me, I couldn't help but feel that some of these new ideas were taking things too far.

I couldn't help but wonder if the world had lost its way. Had we become so consumed with our own desires and pleasures that we had forgotten what was truly important? It was a sobering thought, but one that I couldn't shake.

And then, as if to confirm my worst fears, I remembered that Satan is the god of this world. It all started to make sense. The darkness and evil that I was witnessing was a direct result of his influence. But, I knew that I was not a child of this world. I was a child of God, and my place was in Heaven, serving the Lord for all eternity.

As I stood there, lost in thought, I couldn't help but feel a sense of peace wash over me. Despite all the chaos and confusion in the world, I knew that I had a purpose. I was here to serve God and to spread His message of love and hope to those around me. And, with that thought in mind, I knew that I could face whatever challenges lay ahead.

As individuals, we must prioritize our decisions and choices in life in accordance with God's laws, rather than those of mankind. This is made abundantly clear throughout the scriptures, and particularly within The Ten Commandments. It is imperative that we adhere to these laws, as they serve as a guide for leading a righteous and fulfilling life.

For example, the issue of abortion is a matter that cannot be taken lightly, as it involves the taking of a life. Abortion is, without a doubt, an act of murder. It is not a matter of a woman's choice, as it goes beyond her body. It is a matter of morality and ethics, and we must consider the consequences of our actions.

Unfortunately, this generation seems to lack the ability to think beyond the present moment. People do not stop to consider the long-term effects of their choices made while on this earth. It is crucial that we take a step back and reflect on the impact of our actions, not just on ourselves, but on those around us and on society as a whole. Only then can we hope to make decisions that are in line with God's laws and that will lead to a better future.

When we come to the end of our lives, it is only God's opinions and judgements that truly matter. It is His judgment that will determine whether we will spend eternity with Him in Heaven or be forever damned in Hell. As Good Christians, we must be aware of these things and strive to live our lives in accordance with God's laws. We must also be willing to give judgement where proper judgement is needed, but always in accordance with God's laws and not mankind's. It is only through following God's laws that we can hope to achieve eternal salvation and avoid the eternal damnation of Hell.

In the society we find ourselves in today, it is quite disheartening to observe that a vast majority of individuals are opting to go "with the crowd" and be mere "followers" of man, instead of choosing to be followers of Christ. This trend is quite absurd, to say the least. It is important to note that living a life that is solely focused on worshiping people is not only futile but also detrimental to one's spiritual growth. 

It is imperative to understand that when our time on earth comes to an end, and we are standing before our Creator, those people we chose to worship and follow blindly will not be there to intercede on our behalf. Therefore, it is crucial to make a conscious decision to follow Christ and live a life that is pleasing to Him. This way, we can be assured of eternal life in His kingdom.

The prophecies that were written in The Book of Revelation are becoming a reality at an alarming rate. The world is changing rapidly, and it is evident that Jesus' return is imminent. It is important to remember that Jesus loves each and every one of us more than anything in this world. Therefore, we must not forget to express our love for Him every night before we go to sleep. 

Furthermore, we must also remember to pray for our leaders and those who have lost their way. It is our duty to spread the gospel of God in these perilous times. As the clock ticks, we must do everything in our power to save as many souls as possible. Time is running out, and we must act fast. Let us not forget that we are all children of God, and it is our responsibility to do what we can to make this world a better place.

Jesus is always in my boat,

His guiding hand, a steady moat.

When the winds of life do blow,

He sits beside me, this I know.

The storms may try to toss me 'round,

But His presence keeps me sound.

The waves may crash and roar so loud,

But with Jesus, I will not be drowned.

His love and peace, my greatest oar,

In His truth I'll reach the shore.

For every challenge that I face,

Jesus is in my boat, His grace.

So I will trust in Him alone,

And let His light forever shone.

For Jesus is my captain true,

In my boat, He'll see me through.

Brandy and Petey, a duo so sweet

Their love is a bond that's hard to beat

Petey, her pooch, has stolen her heart

Together they make the perfect pair, never to part

Brandy and Petey, they walk every day

Exploring the world in their own special way

Their love knows no bounds, it's plain to see

As they wander the world, just Brandy and Petey

Petey, her pup, is more than a friend

He's with her both through thick and thin

He's loyal and kind, through and through

Everything Brandy wants and more, too

Brandy and Petey, they're quite the sight

As they roam through the fields, in the morning light

With a wag of his tail and a lick of her face

Petey has Brandy's heart, this is their place

Brandy's love for Petey can't be measured

Their bond is one that will last forever

Petey is the love of her life, it's plain to see

As they walk hand in paw, just Brandy and Petey.

Revelation 21:1

And I saw a new Heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea.

And I saw a new heaven and a new earth,

A world reborn from death and want.

The old one, passed away and gone,

Replaced by light of a new dawn.

The sea no longer roars and rages,

Its waves no longer rock the ages,

The sands are calm and the winds are still,

Peace and harmony rule with goodwill.

The sky above is crystal clear,

Birds of Heaven sing without a fear,

The air is sweet with a new life,

Free from all endless strife

A new world dawns with fresh start,

A place where love shall rule our heart,

Where peace abounds and hate is gone,

And hope shall reign eternally on.

This is the world we all desire,

Where love and light shall never expire,

A Heaven on earth, where all is well,

A paradise where all shall dwell.

A paradise where all shall

Once there was a man named Trump,

Whose hair was quite the frump,

He tweeted and he blustered,

But his speeches all just flustered.

He called himself a businessman,

But really just a Twitter fan,

He touted his great wall plan,

But ended up with no real stand.

With each golf game he played,

The American people just brayed,

For they knew this man's charade,

Would lead our country to fade.

So let us all come together,

And vow to make America better,

Without this man's orange weather,

We'll prosper and succeed forever.

THE RIGHT CHOICE

Oh my dear, let me

clarify

The difference between the

lefties, let's give it a try

First, we have the liberals,

quite moderate they are

They believe in rights, but

won't go too far.

Next, we have leftists, a bit

more extreme

They want to tear the system down at its seams,

Revolution is what they seek

to bring about change

Their radical views might be

hard to arrange.

And then there's the

left-winger, they're the wild

child

They'll stand on the street

corner and they'll go wild

They'll yell and they'll scream, demanding their due,

And you'll wanna tear

your ears off before they're through.

So, whether it's 1…2…

or even 3,

Fact is, they're all still

crazy to me,

For I choose to stand

on the right,

Where truth, and

God's Word still count

for something in a

world that's lost its sight!

THE POWER OF PLACE

As soon as Amy arrived at the café, she was hit with an overwhelming sense of nostalgia. The chipped, wooden tables with their mismatched chairs and the faded murals on the walls all transported her back to her college days. It was the same place where she had spent countless hours during her final year, studying for exams and sipping on coffee.

As she sat down at a table near the window, she couldn't help but feel a sense of comfort wash over her. Even though it had been almost ten years since she graduated, the familiarity of this place made her feel as though she had never left. The smell of freshly roasted coffee beans wafted through the air, and the sound of the espresso machine whirring in the background was like music to her ears.

Amy didn't care about the people around her. She didn't care about the plotlines of their lives or what they were talking about. She was lost in the place itself, and all of the memories that it held for her. She remembered the many long nights spent poring over textbooks with her friends, the laughs shared over cups of steaming hot chocolate and the panicked last-minute cramming that had always preceded exams.

Now, sitting in the same café after all these years, she realized that it was the place that mattered most. It was the sense of belonging, of being a part of something bigger, that made all the difference. And as she took a sip of her coffee, she knew that she would never forget the feeling that this place had given her.