Not worthless - another song I wrote

Same deal as the first song, no chords 'cos they're rubbish, hope you like the lyrics though...

Today is full of insecurities
And now when I look back
Every day is full of these

It's those insecurities
That try to hold me back
I need to let go of these

Prechorus
How can I run, with shackles on my feet?
How can I go, with shadows over me?

Chorus
I am not worthless
I am not meaningless
I am not stupid or ugly or dumb
I am worth diamonds
And paradise islands
And here comes the sun to take the shadows off of me
To take the shadows off of me

Sometimes I feel like nothing more
Than a pebble on a beach
Just lying there on the floor

Sometimes I feel like nothing more
Than water in the sea
That's never meant that much before

Prechorus
Chorus

Bridge type thingy
You are not worthless
You are not meaningless
You are not stupid or ugly or dumb
You are worth diamonds
And paradise islands
And here comes the sun to take the shadows off of you
I know you feel it too
But He'll take the shadows off of you
If you'll just let Him through
He'll take the shadows off of you.

'Did you hear' - a song I wrote

This is just a song I wrote, I'm not going to put the chords because they're pretty basic since my guitaring ability is limited :/

Have you ever felt alone?
Like you're out there on your own?
Have you ever felt afraid?
When the light begins to fade?

Have you ever felt you're worthless?
Or just completely helpless?
Have you ever lost all hope?
Like your life was just a joke?

Chorus
Did you hear that Jesus loves me?
Did you hear He thinks they're lies?
Did you see the smile on His face,
When I chose life.
When I chose life.

Have you ever felt rejected?
Lost and unprotected?
Have you ever felt guilty?
All broken and dirty?

Did you think that you'd lost meaning?
In desperate need of healing?
Did you feel you weren't enough?
Like your life was just too rough?

Chorus

Bridge type thingy
Did you hear that Jesus loves you?
Did you hear He'll change your life?
You will see that smile on His face,
If you choose life.
So just choose life.

Lies

Why are we so afraid to approach people with the gospel?
Because it's true right? It's scary. We hesitate.
We're scared that people will reject us, we're scared of looking stupid, we worry about what people will think of us... but it's not just that is it?
Because I'll admit, I'm really not one to worry about what people think of me, and anyone that knows me will agree... I'm controversial, loud, enthusiastic, and a little bit of a control freak. I watch my modesty and try not to dress to please the world... so what is really holding us back? Because honestly? I don't worry about those things; about what people will think of me, and if we get into a biblical mind-frame we will know that the only opinion that truly matters above else, is God's.

So what holds us back? What are we afraid of?

Now I have to say that this may only apply to me, but I feel I want to share it and I'm sure there are many of you who will relate to this...
I've been believing lies.

I was afraid that I wasn't good enough. I was afraid of pushing people away from Jesus. I was afraid of disappointing Him and my christian friends. I was afraid that I'm not holy enough for God to use me.
These truly are lies and as much as I can say that, it will take some time for me to apply it to my heart.

God says;
Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. Matthew 7:7
Not 'might'... not 'will sometimes'... not even 'when God feels like it'. WILL

And to a certain extent; we need to start believing that.
I know that I need to not only know, but believe that if I ask God to use me to speak to these people, if I ask Him to reveal His glory by healing one of them if they're sick or in pain, if I ask Him to help me share the gospel with them... He WILL.

So maybe we've been pointing in the wrong direction? Because so many times I have heard people talk at us about not being worried about what people think of us, thinking that is the root of the problem... but maybe the devil is slier than that...

Maybe he's been feeding us lies about ourselves? Has he convinced us that we're not good enough? That God can't use us?
Because if he has, we need to take hold of the truth and abolish the devil and his evil scheming lies from our lives. In the name of Jesus we can cast out all deamons, even in today's society.

So...
I've told you what's been stopping me...

What's stopping you?

The Art of Singleness

In a world saturated with sex and relationships, it is easy to slip into the mind frame that being single is bad. We assume that since everybody else is in a relationship, there must be something wrong with us which means we’re not. Everywhere you look there are constant reminders of the way the world views sex and relationships; TV ads for perfumes to help you find the ‘perfect guy’, music videos with girls dressed scantily in bikinis rubbing up next to handsome guys, and magazines who’s front page always seems to display some poor celebrity’s relationship status in bold, bright font. The world thinks it is right to be with someone, and if you’re not, then you’re undesirable; just look at the ridicule Susan Boyle received when she admitted she was still a virgin.
However, the Bible’s view of sex and relationships is very different.

I am not here to write another article on Godly relationships - I’ve heard so many talks on that subject myself that I could practically write a 500 page book on the subject. What I am here to talk about is something we hear far less about – the Art of Singleness.

This is a testament to all you single ladies out there like myself, who – like it or not – are currently living their lives without the ‘essential relationship’ the world thinks so much of. Because of course, singleness is rarely a choice we make; sometimes it’s a decision made for us – but that doesn’t mean we should be disappointed with the life God’s handed us. Oh no! Singleness is a beautiful and radiant gift from the living God who loves us beyond belief. Now that may be hard for some of us to hear – it has taken me a good 9 months or so to finally come to that realisation, but just because it grates, doesn’t mean it’s not truth. What I am not saying, is that relationships are bad, or that none of you single ladies will ever be in a relationship because in fact the opposite is probably true. But what I am saying is that singleness is a blessing and we should use it wisely as God has directed us.
For some time I had gotten myself into the mind-frame that everything would be better when I had a boyfriend – everything was hanging in the air until that point when I had a good, strong Christian guy to lead me and support me in my walk with God; until then, really, I was just preparing for his arrival. Which lead me to the question; what if I never meet that guy? Will I waste my whole life waiting?
Being single isn’t about waiting to be married, it’s a wonderful opportunity to serve God!
1 Corinthians 7:34 says, ‘An unmarried woman or virgin is concerned only about the Lord’s affairs: Her aim is to be devoted to the Lord in both body and spirit. But a married woman is concerned about the affairs of this world – how she can please her husband.’
What a great truth this is!
What great liberation is this that we have been granted that we should have no other thought but for the Lord! If God calls us to give away money; it is ours to give! There is no husband or family to be considered, only ourselves. If God calls us to leave the country, our job, our house; what great liberation that no other thought than the Lord’s will must cross our minds! Singleness is a great gift that God has bestowed on us of freedom! Freedom to serve God in any way we feel called, with no restrictions of responsibility.

Embrace it ladies and wear it with pride until that day your knight in shining armour sweeps you off your feet; be it Jesus, or one of his sons ;).

THE Generation

I want to see a generation not afraid;

To stand out, be different, step on people’s toes, be the first, the last, the controversial

Changing the world one step at a time

Who rebel;

Against the culture, the media, society, the world

Characterised by;

Love, kindness, purity, generosity, peace, patience, forgiveness, compassion

But also by;

Passion! Fire! Power! Confidence! Freedom!

A generation that not only knows they’re free, but lives like it

A generation who write their addresses in pencil, so they can rub it out

A generation that is;

Preoccupied, engulfed, obsessed, dangerous! For Jesus

A generation that is;

In love, with the Bible, the Spirit, with Jesus

A generation that prays, night and day about anything, and everything

A generation ready, waiting, listening, meditating, learning

But also, going, doing, saying, singing, showing, walking, being, for Jesus

A generation that looks at Jesus and sees not a baby in a manger, but Jesus;

Warrior! Saviour! Creator! GOD!

A generation that takes the mission, commission, commands SERIOUSLY!

A generation TRULY dead to the world, DEAD to sin, DEAD to materialism, to laziness, selfishness, pride, hypocrisy

A generation TRULY alive to Jesus, ALIVE to live for Jesus, like Jesus, about Jesus

A generation that knows their sin, but knows their saviour

A generation that sees suffering and hurts! And then does something about it.

A generation, that reflects God in word, deed and thought

In fact, I don’t want to see a generation; I WANT TO SEE AN ARMY!!

An Army, that fights, strives, wrestles and dies for Jesus

An Army unlike anything the world has ever seen

An Army with a bigger commission than any other

An Army that redefines the word itself

An Army

A generation

YOU.

A Poem

I am so sick of lies,

sick of all those times that I lost meaning and fell for all your lies.

Sick of feeling worthless letting you defeat my heart,

sick of hurting, sick of needing a fresh, new start.

Sick of waiting and watching for a point that just won’t come,

after college, after uni, then I’ll get things done.

When I’m old, I’ll be bold and give my life to God,

when I’ve had my fun, when my life is done, then I’ll step out for my God.

But what about now, what about today,

what am I living for, how good is my way?

Because if God is really God and sovereign in all things,

if He knows the future, the past and is King of all Kings.

Do I really have a choice, is it not very clear,

because if God is all knowing and holds me dear.

Then why shouldn’t I trust Him that He knows best,

that my way is wrong way and that leads to death.

Because who am I to say that God is wrong,

wouldn’t that be exalting myself to His throne?

And I’d never say that I’m perfectly good,

or awesome and righteous and do everything I should.

I’d never say I’m holy or creator of all,

all-knowing and sovereign and ruling over all.

Because I am sick of those lies that will lead me astray,

I am sick of those times when you’ve had your way.

Because I thought it was me, my life, my rules,

but I was just blind and now I feel like a fool.

You were controlling my actions, my thoughts,

and I let you in and now it all comes to naught.

Well I thought I was free, free to live, free to choose,

but you had me shackled, didn’t realise I’d lose,

everything that I had ever held dear,

because this life is full of hatred and fear.

But I know that my home belongs in heaven,

and if I’ll only believe it and take what I’ve been given,

then this world could be changed by my God through his daughter,

He could use me to flood the world with living water.

Through me, lives could change, blind could see, deaf could hear,

and he could wipe away everyone’s tears.

If I’ll only let him use me, the girl that by His grace He formed,

what amazing things could happen, how this world could be transformed!

Because that’s really all He asks for, our lives in exchange for His,

so now when I say I live, I mean that Jesus lives in this.

Because I’ll admit deep down I know this world could change,

but not by my power so I’ll have to exchange,

because when we accept Jesus right into our lives,

the power that rose Jesus is sure to arrive.

Jesus promised in those glorious days;

that if we ask him and if we pray,

He will send us a helper like nothing we’ve seen,

to show the world that they are dirty and mean.

To help us change lives through the power of God,

to herd up the sheep with God’s powerful rod.

Of righteousness!

Yes righteousness I said,

because Jesus has saved us, poured oil on our heads!

So we’re clean, we’re forgiven, we’re righteous in His sight,

and we have been chosen to shine, and shine bright!

To show the world how this righteousness cleanses,

that only through Him can their hearts be mended.

That no money, no honour, no glory or power,

no fame, no food, not even all they could devour.

Will ever satisfy that void that they feel,

where they know something’s missing, something very real.

Something they were born without,

something they’ve always felt,

and yet rejected the very thing that truly could have dealt, with every fear and longing, every insecurity, but maybe they didn’t understand, maybe it’s our fault they can’t see.

Because we are so quick to be defensive to hide in our protective shells,

thinking we’ll be safe there, but I can hear alarm bells.

Because Jesus is a just God and he most rightfully said,

that if we truly love him, we’ll obey everything he’s said.

Because is it not true that God asked us to take

his words to every street and disciples make.

And isn’t it true that faith without works is dead?

So what works do you do?

Which sheep have you fed?

Because that’s what Jesus told us, to tend to His sheep,

to bring back the lost ones and ‘what you sow you reap’.

So if judgment is a consequence of not shining his light,

if sins of omission are equal to those we try to fight,

then surely we should buck up and have a little faith,

that God the Father does not really want our lives to take,

a route that leads to destruction and punishment and pain,

and He doesn’t, so He’s given us a link up to the mains.

He told us He would give us power to do good works and deeds,

to heal the sick, the blind and lame, and the poor and hurt to feed.

And He did, He did, He gave us power, far beyond our needs, and what did we do - us children of light?

Why we let the devil succeed, in convincing us that God was wrong?

That we can’t do those things,

that we’re not good enough to do those things the Spirit brings.

Like ‘I can’t pray for that dude there, He’s far too ill to heal’

or maybe ‘someone else will feed them, it’s really no big deal’.

But it is a big deal!

Can we truly not see?

How important this task is, the task for us to be, not only salt and light on earth, example to the nations, but flag bearers and people calling giant exclamations,

of Jesus and the gospel and how by Him we’re all saved,

of sin and condemnation and the righteousness He gave.

So won’t you join me in this fight, because though I’m really not perfect, I know my saviour Jesus IS and though He has not come yet, the time is near and He’s coming soon but guys this world’s not ready!

How many times has Jesus asked us to hold the banner steady?

Because this world needs a saviour and it needs a saviour soon,

because destruction, pain and violence are leading them to doom.

How many of our friends and family are going to go to hell,

how many of them are heading for a place of tears and yells?

Because I’m not going to make this message fluffy and appealing,

it’s controversial, painful but a message that speaks healing.

Friends we need to step out and speak and tell the world his love,

and if we don’t then surely we know that tears will fall from above.

Because Jesus really loves them, more than any of us ever could,

he died and shed His blood for them and that is why we should,

be not afraid of worldly punishment, worldly ways or approval,

since Jesus spoke of revolution, rebellion and upheaval.

He’s the one who really counts, the only thing that matters,

so I refuse to stand by the side and watch as the world is battered.

So will you join me in rebellion against the Evil One?

The one who schemes and lies and tempts and even tried the Son,

so let us not be so afraid to stand up and be counted,

in the army of God as soldiers when the battle cry is sounded.

Because I am sick of lies,

sick of all those times that I lost purpose and fell for all his lies,

and I’m sick of letting him rule every bit,

so I’m telling you now, I’m done with it.