In The Shadows Of Life
I stood in the shadows of life,
unnoticed to those passing by.
Just a plain, quiet person,
content to live and not question why.
I did what people asked me to,
never thinking of fortune or fame.
Content being in the shadows
is what my life became.
Then one day I heard of Christ
from a person just like me.
They were always quiet too,
but Jesus just wouldn’t let them be.
See, once you learn of Jesus
and accept Him into your heart,
He brings you out from the shadows,
into His light, where you’re never to be apart!
E. P. Shagott
8/6/2010
When You Look At Me
When you look at my face,
what do you see?
Because I love Jesus,
it is Him, really not me.
When I reach out to touch someone,
it is His hands that does.
They are reaching out to His lost
to be claimed for the Father above.
When my feet are carrying me
to places to give Him praise,
these are really the feet of Christ,
that carried me all my days.
When my mouth opens with song,
praising His Holy Name,
it is His Holy Spirit flowing from me,
touching lives that will never be the same.
So when you look at me,
take a good look at what you see,
my old being is gone,
it’s now Jesus, not me!
E. P. Shagott
8/9/2010
I Want To
I don't have to but I want to
give Him praise everyday.
I don't have to but I want to
let Him be my guiding light today.
I don't have to but I want to
listen to His Spirit as He speaks.
I don't have to but I want to
tell others about Him that I meet.
I don't have to but I want to
please Him in all I do.
I don't have to but I want to
reach out to others that need Him too.
I want to, not that I have to
love Him with all my heart.
I want to, not that I have to,
because He loved me first from the start!
E. P. Shagott
8/16/2010
The Edge of Heaven
God walked over to the edge of Heaven,
and then looked down at me.
He said to His many angels,
“See that one, he is special as can be!”
“Every time I look into his heart,
I see his love for me shining through.
Because he believes in My Son, Jesus,
he also believes in Me too.”
So as all the angels looked down
from the edge of Heaven above,
the Father gave them instructions
to protect me, and shower me with their love.
“Steady him if he stumbles,
pick him up if he falls,
Holy Spirit, listen to his prayers,
and tell Me when he calls.”
Then from the edge of Heaven,
God looked down at all the rest.
“Because of their love for My Son Jesus,
they truly will also be blessed.”
E. P. Shagott
8/18/2010
Christ Lives Within Me
Christ lives within me,
our lives are now as One.
He was the One who has chosen me,
ever since the world begun.
Ever since the Garden of Eden,
when He created Brother Adam and Sister Eve,
He knew I would also be special to Him,
all I had to do was just believe.
He is an awesome God,
Who reigns from the Heavens above.
A Father who keeps on giving,
all because of His gracious love.
So if you do not know Him,
but want to love Him like I do,
it all starts with the choice you make,
for He wants to live in you, too!
E. P. Shagott
8/25/2010
All Eyes Were On Him
He stepped up to the foul line,
all eyes were on him,
this young man who loved the game,
so tall and also so thin.
The game was very close,
only a couple points apart.
No time left on the clock,
you could hear each beating heart.
Swish, in went the first one,
Swish, went number two.
The game was now over,
the season now all through.
No more going to practice,
or endless hours in the gym.
It all happened so suddenly,
and all eyes were on him.
E. P. Shagott
8/25/2010
I Felt Jesus
I felt Jesus on Facebook today,
I felt Him on Twitter too.
I felt Him in all the comments and tweets,
and His love came shinning through.
I felt Him in the many thank yous
and the testimonies I did read.
I felt Him in the videos and listened to the music,
that His children did post to hear and see.
I felt Him through all the praises,
and the many scriptures posted too.
I felt His need in the many prayer requests,
posted by someone like me and you.
The scriptures say you will find Him,
where two or more meet in His name.
I felt His presence on the Internet,
where I looked for Him today.
E. P. Shagott
8/26/2010
I Sing
For I sing because I'm happy.
I sing because I'm free.
I sing because my Savior,
on Calvary did die for me.
I sing as a way to praise Him.
I sing with prayers lifted above.
I sing to my Heavenly Father,
a song of gratitude and love.
I sing as a messenger for Him,
a song that others may hear.
I sing to the many that are lost
and live in constant fear.
The song I sing is always about Him,
it flows from His Spirit within.
If you listen with your heart, my friends,
it is not me singing, but Him!
E. P. Shagott
8/27/2010
Here Is My Heart
Here is my heart,
it is open for you.
If you look inside,
you’ll see Jesus there too.
It is not a perfect heart,
but Jesus loves it just the same.
It was broken and hurt before,
then I called out His name.
He has taken all my hurting,
my fears and my pains.
He replaced them all with His love,
oh praise His Holy Name!
So if you want to enter
into this heart of mine,
just remember its accessed through love,
you’ll be with me and Jesus all the time.
E. P. Shagott
9/1/2010
Surrender To Him
Oh give to the Lord what He seeks,
surrender to Him what is His.
He cannot work through our lives,
until we willingly and truly do this.
We must admit to ourselves,
that we are weak and He is the Way.
We must surrender to Him all we are,
so that He can truly live in us today.
We can’t hold back a single thing,
we must see the Truth in His Word.
We must surrender to Him our total being,
so through us His Gospel can be shared.
See, He was the first to surrender all for us,
so that the Life with Him will always be.
Surrender to Him our earthly lives,
as on the Cross He did for you and me.
E. P. Shagott
9/2/2010
The Choice Is Up To You
The choice is up to you,
just how you spend your time.
You can choose to live in sin,
fooling yourself everything is just fine.
You can choose to ignore
those less fortunate than you.
You can choose to believe
it’s all about you, but that’s not true.
The choice is definitely yours,
because God made it so.
But you better choose wisely,
before it’s time to go.
God will always be waiting
and watching just what you do.
He has already made His choice,
now the choice is up to you.
E. P. Shagott
9/2/2010
A Sinner Knocked On Heavens Door
A sinner knocked on Heavens door,
Jesus met him at the Pearly Gate.
Jesus said to the sinner, “Please come in,
we don’t want anyone to have to wait.”
So as Jesus was showing the sinner around,
the sinner’s eyes was taking everything in.
“How can someone stay in this place?”, he asked Jesus,
“how can you want me with all my sin?”
Jesus took the sinner’s hand in His,
a smile was on Jesus’ face.
He said, “Your sin was all forgiven on the cross,
Heaven has always been your place.”
The sinner started singing,
and praising Jesus with a very loud voice.
Then stopped and said, “What about all the others?”
Jesus smiled and said, “It’s up to them, it’s their choice!”
E. P. Shagott
9/4/2010
Best Wishes On Your Birthday
Best wishes on your birthday,
I wish the best for you.
I pray that as the days pass by,
continued blessing will also come too.
The previous days always have their ups and downs.
Some really become part of life’s tests.
But through them we see all the blessings,
which make them special than all the rest.
So may you receive many presents.
May all the heart felt wishes come true.
Remember to thank the Lord above,
for on this special day He created you.
Though this day is special
and for your family was from the start,
the best birthday ever,
is when you asked Christ into your heart!
E. P. Shagott
9/6/2010
Teach Me
9/6/2010
Teach Me
Teach me your heart, Lord,
that mine will be changed.
Teach me Your Will, Lord,
so I know how to live each day.
Teach me your love, Lord,
so that with others I might share.
Teach me Your compassion, Lord,
so I may understand how to care.
Teach me Your Word, Lord,
that I may know how to speak.
Teach me Your, paths Lord,
that I may travel with my feet.
Teach me, Lord, please teach me,
for I am nothing without You.
Teach me, Lord, teach me,
before my time on earth is through.
E.P. Shagott
9/5/2010
My Life Is Being Tried
My life is always being tried
by my Savior, who is my God!
As each day passes I find some trials,
wherever my feet may begin to trod.
These trials may come as health problems,
or sometimes breakage of my heart.
But I know as a Child of His,
where I go we are never apart.
What these trials are doing
is testing my resolve in Him.
They’re bringing my soul closer to Godliness,
without them where do I begin?
These trials are meant to exercise my faith
in my Lord that my eyes cannot see.
My life is always being tried,
all because of His love for me.
E. P. Shagott
9/6/2010
Through The Flesh Or The Spirit
Through the flesh or the Spirit,
how do you see?
With the eyes of the flesh,
only earthly things can there be.
But with the eyes of the Spirit,
Christ always shines through.
To understand His Holiness,
only the Spirit will do.
Even Jesus Himself,
as He walked on this earth,
had to be baptized of the Spirit,
to begin His new birth.
So the decision is yours,
its all up to you.
Either live by the flesh or the Spirit,
you can’t live by both, this is so true.
E. P. Shagott
9/7/2010
Poetry
Poetry is the heart singing,
it comes from deep within.
When you hear these words of love,
they really come from Him.
It is a way to tell all, He loves them.
A way to touch each and every heart.
It is a flowing of His Spirit,
like when David would play his harp.
So please don’t close your ears
to His love songs that the poetry brings.
It is a way to speak to each one of us,
and His special message that He wants to bring.
To the ones that He has chosen,
to write down His Words of love,
it is because we want to do so,
as we give praise to the Father above.
E. P. Shagott
9/7/2010
Eyes Of Faith
Looking through these eyes of faith,
I envisioned my Saviors face.
It was strong, loving and complete,
the perfect picture of His grace.
It was outlined with compassion,
and patience was seen there too.
The same compassion shown on the cross,
and the patience He has waiting for me and you.
These eyes of faith must stay strong
as I go throughout my day.
They must constantly be looking at the Lord,
for there truly is no other way.
I know that one day these eyes of faith,
will finally see and understand,
the unwavering love God has for us,
ever since He created man.
E. P. Shagott
9/8/2010
An Empty Container
I am just an empty container,
thirsty to be filled with His love.
I find what He gives me
flows like water from the Heavens above.
Before I yearned to be filled,
I had to yield to His call,
for I was too much into this world,
always stumbling and ready for a fall.
But now that He is within me,
He is satisfying my every need.
All the love He gives me,
I freely pour out to others indeed.
Yes, I am just an empty container,
constantly looking up above,
knowing He will always fill me,
all because of His special love.
E. P. Shagott
9/9/2010
God Is In Control
God is in control,
this you may not know.
God is always there,
many are just not aware.
God will never leave,
this you must believe.
God will see you through
because of His love for you.
God can heal the heart,
once you let Him start.
God can make you new,
See, it’s all up to you.
Yes, God is in control,
if you will just let Him grab hold.
God is waiting on you,
to see what you will do.
E. P. Shagott
9/10/2010
He Is With Us
He is with us day by day,
as we walk along life’s paths.
He will guide our feet so we won’t fall,
and slow us down when we proceed too fast.
He is with us through the storms,
that in our lives are so many,
reassuring us with His presence,
like a rainbow sent from Heaven.
He is with us when we fail,
because we try things on our own.
He knows our every weakness,
and without Him, we are so alone.
He is with us because of His love,
a love that is steadfast and true.
See, He will not leave us or forsake us,
for it is written in His Word to me and you.
E. P. Shagott
9/11/2010
Pray Without Ceasing
Pray without ceasing,
means just what it says.
Just because your prayer isn’t answered,
doesn’t mean it won’t be answered later ahead.
God is not just working
for and with you,
there are so many other things
that He has to first get done, it is true.
We are only looking for
what we need at that time.
God is seeing the whole picture
and it is sure the answer He will find.
So keep praying without ceasing,
always thanking Him for what He is to do.
Remember the answer to your prayer,
is to bring glory to Him, not you!
E. P. Shagott
9/11/2010
With His Last Breath
With His last breath taken,
Jesus looked down from the cross.
He was looking throughout all time,
always reaching out for all the lost.
His eyes were constantly searching,
looking into each earthly heart.
As His last breath was quickly leaving,
knowing very quickly He would have to part.
Jesus wants for all men and women,
who truly believe in Him,
to pick up their own cross of salvation,
and tell others, so they can be born again.
So with His last breath taken,
He said, “Father, it is finished, Your will is done.”
Now my friends it is up to you and me,
to reach out to His lost before our last breath comes.
9/11/2010
E. P. Shagott
Three Thousand Plus Souls
Three thousand plus souls,
probably many with not much to say.
Each one not even aware,
what was going to happen on that day.
Life to each and every one of them,
maybe different in some sort of way,
but on that day nine years ago,
they were taken from us, not allowed to stay.
Three thousand plus souls,
that touched the hearts of all the rest.
Going through their average day,
trying to do their very best.
Then without even a warning,
their lives on earth were through.
Three thousand plus souls,
each one now a hero, to me and to you.
E. P. Shagott
9/10/2010
Temptation
Very often throughout our days,
we are being tempted to do something bad.
It is most important when you are,
to just resist with all you have.
Don’t let even a single bad thought
enter in your mind and then take hold.
Resist, resist with all your might,
for in the Bible that is what we are told.
Always keep Jesus as our example,
as tempted by Satan in the Bible we did read.
Though being human at that time many years ago,
Jesus told him, “It is written, flee from Me!
So as we go through our daily lives,
let’s stay focused on what is true.
Listen to what the Holy Spirit is saying,
and temptation won’t be able to affect you.
E. P. Shagott
9/13/2010
Is About
Christianity is about love.
Christianity is about the truth.
Whether you believe that or not
is really all up to you.
The Father is about mercy.
The Father is about grace.
His wonderful love now flows out to us,
because of our sins, Jesus took our place.
Jesus is about salvation,
Jesus is about healing too.
When He went to the cross,
it was because of me and you.
The Holy Spirit is about teaching.
The Holy Spirit is about guiding us too.
So pick up and read the Bible, my friends,
for there you will find, it is all so very true.
E. P. Shagott
9/13/2010
Wait, Just Wait
When a problem arises,
what are you to do?
Wait, just wait,
is what the Lord is telling you.
The pain is so strong,
the hurt just doesn’t leave.
Still wait, just wait,
The Lord says, “Wait on Me.”
But how can we wait,
Why is it necessary, what can it be?
God wants us to always need Him,
is what I truly believe.
The longer the wait,
the greater is the need.
Keep your focus on Him,
Wait, just wait, and you will finally see.
E. P. Shagott
9/15/2010
The Debt Was Paid
He carried that cross
for you and for me,
knowing that soon
He would be nailed to that tree.
He felt that spear
as it pierced His side,
and when nothing was left,
water flowed from inside.
He saw all the people,
that looked at Him in disgrace,
as the blood from the thrones
streamed down on His face.
But what hurt Him the most,
even more than the beatings, you see,
was looking to His Father and saying,
“My God, My God, why have You forsaken me?”
So when it’s your time to leave,
please do not be afraid,
sin will no longer separate us from God,
because of Jesus, the debt was paid!
E. P. Shagott
9/16/2010
Our Daily Battle’s
Another day, another battle,
another foe to fight.
Another day filled with sin,
Lord, please help me make it right.
Please give me the courage
to fight what comes my way.
Lord, please give me the strength,
to help me make it through this day.
With each battle that will come today,
please let me the victor be.
May Your Word be my sword of faith
that will make my foes to flee.
So as I start my battles,
whatever they may be.
I know I am truly blessed today,
for You will be there with me.
E. P. Shagott
9/17/2010
For God Is Always There
As you begin your day today,
there is something you must be aware.
You are not traveling through it by yourself,
for God is always there.
Whatever problems come your way,
and they become more than you can bear,
remember not to face them alone,
for God is always there.
When sin is all around you,
to choose it you mustn’t dare.
Just focus on Jesus above,
for God is always there.
And when your day is finally done,
give thanks to Him in prayer.
It doesn’t matter where you are,
for God is always there.
E. P. Shagott
9/18/2010
In Him
In Him I am alive.
In Him I am set free.
Because in Him my friends,
is where I want to be.
In Him life is so abundant.
In Him no cares will there be.
In Him I’ll live eternal,
because of His love for me.
In Him the weak are strong.
In Him the blind can see.
In Him the sinners become righteous,
what more could you want, than He?
In Him we are protected.
In Him the demons flee.
In Him I have found myself,
for in Him you’ll now find me!
E. P. Shagott
9/18/2010
Where He Leads Me
Facebook is a place,
where we can all share with friends.
I choose to share Jesus,
for He is the beginning, where there is no end.
Many people on Facebook,
I may never get to know or see.
But spreading the Gospel message
is more important to me.
See, on Facebook where we meet,
I can reach out to so many I don’t know.
I can tell them how Jesus changed my life,
and how He can change theirs too.
So please keep looking for me on Facebook,
also on Twitter you might find me.
Where ever the Lord will lead me,
is where I am going to be!
E. P. Shagott
9/19/2010
The Church
The church of Christ has many buildings,
some soft, and also some loud.
It is Jesus in the heart of each of us,
that makes us stand out from the crowd.
So pick one where you can praise Him,
make sure from the Bible they do preach,
look to see if the people there,
to the lost, they are looking and trying to reach.
A church is just a building
that people come to seek Him out,
and share His love with others,
yes, that's what church is all about!
So don’t get all caught up in the building,
or the name that is attached.
Get caught up in Jesus Christ,
for that is the only church that will last!
E. P. Shagott
9/19/2010
Life’s Storms
I walked out of my house today,
there was a dark cloud in the sky.
I said, “Lord, should I run for cover?”
He answered back, ”Why?”
I said, “What if the storm
is greater than I can bear?”
He said, “Child of Mine,
why would you have to fear?
Remember when I was with my disciples
and the storm came up at will?
They also had nothing to fear,
for I told the storm, Peace, be still!
So always remember, My child,
storms will come and storms will go,
you will always be protected from them,
because I love you so.”
E. P. Shagott
9/20/2010
People Like You And Me
God looked down from Heaven and said,
“Which ones shall I choose,
to share My Son, Jesus, with,
so no one will have to lose?”
God didn’t look for someone perfect,
for on earth no one could be found.
He didn’t look for the strongest or the smartest,
so God kept on looking all around.
What God was truly looking for,
was someone who just loved His Son,
someone who believed in the Gospel message,
and the truth it brought to each and everyone.
So God decided to check each heart,
for in there, Jesus’ love would truly be.
These were the ones who would share Jesus,
people just like you, Apostle Paul, and people like me.
E. P. Shagott
9/21/2010
His Message, Is In The Poem
I started to write the words,
from my heart that which did flow.
Some lines ended in rhyme,
which made it into a very nice poem.
It’s substance was of love,
and how God cares for you and me.
His Words flowed from Heaven above,
all about setting the captives free.
For He knows what is our bondage,
and what fills our lives with sin.
He wants for us to release that,
so in our hearts He can enter in.
So take some time to read this,
and think of how much you owe Him.
I hope you can understand
His message, is in the poem.
E. P. Shagott
9/22/2010
Your Soul Belongs To Him
As you travel through your day,
though sad or with a grin,
always remember that the soul you carry,
will always belong to Him.
It was created when you were
for a journey that will never end.
Though your body will age and crumble,
your soul does not, my friend.
God’s purpose for your soul is simple,
to once again return to Him,
but you have to make the choice,
to be an enemy or be a friend.
So please don’t wait another minute,
your soul is what’s at stake.
If you don’t choose in God,
then it’s all for the devil to take!
E. P. Shagott
9/22/2010
Jesus Is Waiting On You
What a friend I have in Jesus,
He is always there for me.
If I fall He lifts me up,
when so many would just let me be.
What a friend I have in Jesus,
He forgives me when I am wrong.
It is no wonder I sing His praises,
for He fills my heart with song.
What a friend I have in Jesus,
He will never leave my side.
In His rest is where you’ll find me,
for it is there I loose my foolish pride.
What a friend I have in Jesus,
He wants to be your friend too.
All you have to do is ask Him,
my friend Jesus, is waiting on you.
E. P. Shagott
9/24/2010
Tomorrow
I did not want tomorrow to come,
for I knew the pain would be so great.
But then I thought of Jesus’ last night,
and the pain He endured for my sake.
I did not want tomorrow to come,
for it would be filled with anxiety and fear.
But then I thought of how my Savior must have felt,
knowing it had to come, so He could draw me near.
I did not want tomorrow to come,
I just wanted to run someplace and hide.
But then I felt the presence of the Father,
almost like He was right here at my side.
His Spirit spoke within my heart and said,
“Tomorrow must come, that’s the way it must be.
You will never face another tomorrow alone,
we will face it together, you, the Holy Spirit, Jesus and Me!”
E. P. Shagott
9/27/2010
My Buddy
(12/25/1996 – 9/27/2010)
I lost a special friend today,
my heart was broke in two.
A special friend that was sent from God,
special, because no other would do.
Everything about him,
just fit me to a tee.
Ten pounds of love and obedience,
that was made just for me.
Oh, I know cute friends like him,
will probably come and then have to go.
But this one was oh so special,
that’s why I loved him so.
So now I have just the memories,
praise to God, they will get me through.
How awesome a God He is,
for He knew only “my Buddy” would do!
E. P. Shagott
9/27/2010
Grieve and Believe
When your heart is broken,
and you don’t know what to do,
grieve and believe
that God will see you through.
When tears keep flowing
and you cry to the Father above,
grieve and believe
they will cease all because of His love.
When your pain increases
and words fail to ease the doubt,
grieve and believe
that God is the way out.
Give Him your heart,
that is broken in two,
and always believe
He is grieving with you!
E. P. Shagott
9/28/2010
Mending A Broken Heart
God looked down from Heaven
and saw a child of His hurting so.
He called for the angel in charge of hearts
and said, “You got some mending to do down below.”
The angel walked up to the window
and said, “Father which one will it be?”
The Father pointed and said, “That child of Mine,
He has been crying out to me!”
So the angel nodded in obedience
and then started on his way.
Within seconds there was a knock on my door,
the angel said, “I am here to help you today!
I know your heart has been broken,
I was sent from the Father above.
I have just what you will need to mend,
it was a heart bag filled with love.
So he reached in and brought out family,
then a lot of friends he brought out too.
Next I saw the Pastor from church,
the angel smiled and said, “See, they all love you.”
Then he said, “This last one is very special,
it comes from your Father above.
It is what completes the mending process,
for nothing mends a broken heart, like Jesus’ love.
E. P. Shagott
9/28/2010
The Love Through A Friendship
More valuable than silver,
more precious than gold,
the love through a friendship,
is something to behold.
It crushes all barriers
that let nothing through.
The love of a friendship
is what I have with you.
It searches so deep,
into each one’s own heart,
for a place to call home
and never more to part.
It reaches into
our very own soul.
The love of a friendship
is what makes us whole!
E. P. Shagott
9/29/2010
God’s Heart
God’s heart is like ours,
for it also feels pain.
It broke in two
on that terrible day.
All throughout history,
His heart was pierced again,
reaching out to all others,
wanting to be their best Friend.
Even if we betray Him
and from Him turn away,
God’s heart remains open
to love us someday.
So the choice is ours,
in what ever we do.
God’s heart remains open,
just waiting for me and you.
E. P. Shagott
9/29/2010
Through His Eyes
Through His eyes,
we are as one.
It doesn’t matter,
what you have said or done.
What matters most
to our Father above,
is repent for our sins,
and ask for His love.
For through His eyes,
He sees only good.
It is not how you acted,
or how good you look.
One in His Spirit,
purchased through Jesus’ blood.
We’re as special as His Son,
that’s what He sees, through His eyes of love.
E. P. Shagott
9/29/2010
In His Grace
Through all the day
and all the night,
may our Lord Jesus
hold us ever so tight.
When there’s only dark
and very little light,
may we always be
in our Savior’s sight.
If our energy fails
and weak we become,
may our strength through Jesus
be renewed by His love.
Our need is so great,
our days seem so long,
may we always be in His grace,
for that is where we belong.
E. P. Shagott
9/29/2010
I Need
I need to know
that You are near.
I need to know
I shouldn’t fear.
I need to feel
Your presence so,
I need to feel
You love me so.
I need Your strength
to make me strong,
for I’ve been so weak,
for so very long.
I need , I need,
Lord hear my plea!
Thank You Father
for listening to me.
E. P. Shagott
9/30/2010
Grasp His Words,
don’t let them flee.
What a difference they make,
if you will only see.
Grasp His love
that is always there.
It will break
the bonds of despair.
Grasp the truth
that will set you free.
His Word was left
for you and me.
Grasp His heart
and unite with the Son.
Grasp it all, my friends,
so we can live as One!
E. P. Shagott
10/1/2010
For You
Your caring thoughts,
your tender ways,
makes you ever special,
each and every day.
The selfish acts
that you always do,
prove to others
that Christ lives in you.
Your tender smile
when I am near,
calms my heart
and removes my fears.
I am so blessed
when day is end,
for I give praise above,
for you my friend!
E. P. Shagott
10/2/2010
Sunday to Sunday
Sunday to Sunday,
what’s in between,
should be a week with Christ,
so less problems are foreseen.
Sunday to Sunday,
a week filled with love,
walking with our Savior,
praising the Father above.
Sunday to Sunday,
it starts and ends there.
Coming to the Lords house,
lifting others in prayer.
Sunday to Sunday,
may Jesus we seek.
Without Him in our lives
makes for another bad week!
E. P. Shagott
10/3/2010
Our Daily Battles
The battle line was drawn today,
our banner is His cross!
We fight for the many
that are weary and are lost.
The enemy will not give up,
without a lengthy fight.
Fight on, fight on, Christian soldiers,
for our Father gives us the right!
Sing His praises into battle today,
His Word is our mighty sword.
Defeat the many enemies,
repeating what’s in His Word!
Fight on through the day,
fight on throughout the night.
Win one more for Jesus,
Heaven is now in sight!
E. P. Shagott
10/4/2010
I Can’t Do It Alone
I can’t do it alone, I said,
was my cry to Heaven above.
The presence of God touched my heart,
giving me strength through His love.
He said, “The fear that you are feeling,
is from your worldly eyes.
Keep them focused on Me, My child,
and My Kingdom will be your prize.
Fill your mind with my Word,
then process it into your heart.
This will always remind you,
we will never be far apart.
Seek out other Christians,
And to My Son Jesus stay so true.
You don’t have to do it alone,
We are all here with you.”
E. P. Shagott
10/4/2010
I Live By Faith
I live by faith
and God’s true Word.
I speak His gospel,
so it could be heard.
I live by faith,
through His great love,
to share with many,
His blessings from above.
I live by faith,
yes, sight unseen.
I am Spirit led,
for on Christ I lean.
I live by faith,
not through worldly eyes.
For it is by faith,
He hears my cries.
One day will come,
I know it’s true,
because of my faith,
Lord, I’ll be complete in You!
E. P. Shagott
10/6/2010
We Are As One
We are as One,
the Lord and me,
through the cross,
loved and free.
We are as One,
each breath We take
is for the Kingdom,
another lost soul to save.
We are as One,
that’s the way it should be.
Living as One,
Jesus and me.
We are as One,
you can also be,
just say in your heart,
Jesus, be One with me!
E. P. Shagott
10/6/2010
My Heart Cried Out
Yes, yes,
my heart cried out.
I finally understand,
what it’s all about.
The words of love,
the actions so true,
it’s not about me,
it’s not about you.
There is peace to be gained,
from Christ’s heart of love,
yes, yes,
my heart cried out.
Oh please, Lord,
let it start with me,
may they all understand,
just how wonderful it can be!
Oh please, Spirit,
from my heart may You flow,
to speak to the lost,
how the Father loves them so!
E. P. Shagott
10/6/2010
A Prayer
I sent a prayer
to God above,
and asked it be blessed
by His grace and love.
I then did wait
to hear from Him,
for I knew I must be still
and be quiet within.
Whatever the result,
that He will send,
I know will bring glory
and honor to Him.
For answered prayer
is what He does.
Trust and obey
is all up to us.
E. P. Shagott
10/6/2010
God Is Good
How are you faring today,
does it appear not much good
is coming your way?
Does it seem the harder you try,
things are just getting worse,
and you ask yourself why?
When in the day the sun is out,
do you only see clouds
and wonder what it is all about?
Well, fret not my friends and be reassured,
through all that is happening,
there is a special reward.
God is still God, in the Heavens above,
He always makes good
because of His love.
It is up to us to what we see,
with God there is always good,
for that’s the way it must be!
E. P. Shagott
10/7/2010
You Can Have What I Have
You can have what I have,
it is as simple as can be.
This life was meant to be abundant,
and that only comes from Christ, you see.
No matter how hard you try
to live life on your own,
until you live in Him,
loneliness will be your home.
Everything is waiting for you,
it has been there from the start.
All it takes is for you to believe
and ask Jesus into your heart.
Does this make your problems leave?
No, sometimes they may be more,
but what you must understand,
He went through all this before.
So how you decide to live
is completely up to you.
For me, I live for the Son,
see, no other way will do!
E. P. Shagott
10/7/2010
I Really Need You Now, Lord
I really need You now, Lord,
yes, please, more and more.
I need to feel Your presence,
now more than ever before.
My heart is becoming empty,
that once was oh so full.
I really need You now Lord,
please touch me if You will.
My heart cries out for peace, Lord,
the peace that only You can give.
I need to rest in You Lord,
it’s the only way I can live.
Thank You, my loving Savior,
for always hearing my earthly cries.
I really need You now, Lord,
for without You, how will I ever get by?
E. P. Shagott
10/8/2010
I Am With You My Child
I am with you, My child,
that’s where I will always be.
I will never leave,
because of your love for Me.
I felt your hurt,
I’ll take your pain,
I heard your cry,
as you called out My name.
I am with you, My child,
I have never left.
Your empty heart
is just one of life’s tests.
So pick up my Word
and from it believe,
I am with you, My child,
for I did not leave!
E. P. Shagott
10/8/2010
I Have A Heart For God
I have a heart for God
that I display for all to see.
I am not ashamed to say,
“My Lord died for you and me.”
I have a heart for God,
that reaches out to the lost.
I am not ashamed
to kneel before the Cross.
I have a heart for God,
because He first had a heart for me.
I am not ashamed
to say this publicly.
I have a heart for God,
someday it will beat as One.
I am not ashamed
to praise the Father, the Spirit and the Son!
E. P. Shagott
10/8/2010
The Race
All the Christians lined up,
the race was about to begin.
What was most important,
was what was waiting at the end.
The Lord of Lords, the King of Kings,
was at the finish line,
waiting for each of His children,
as they ran the race of time.
In His glorious hand,
He held a crown for each.
We must stay focused through the race,
for it is definitely within our reach.
Though through the race of time,
many distractions will be along the way,
keep focusing on Jesus, my friends,
so we can finish the race someday!
E. P. Shagott
10/11/2010
Are You Ready To Receive?
There was a man who couldn’t walk,
who waited by the temples door.
Every day he would wait and wait,
hoping for alms, someone would give him more.
Then came Peter and John to him,
Jesus’ love flowed from their eyes.
“Silver and gold I have none,” said Peter,
“but what I have I give you, in Jesus name, arise.”
So this lame man whom never walked since birth,
walked through the temple’s doors.
He started worshiping and praising God,
which he never did before.
See the moral of the poem,
and the truth from the Bible believe,
“There is power in the name of Jesus,
if, my friends, you are ready to receive!”
E. P. Shagott
10/12/2010
Trust Is A Must
Trust is a must
to live for today.
Without Jesus,
there is no other way.
Trust in Him,
in all that you do.
That is the only way
that He will get us through.
Trust is a must,
yes, trust in Him.
Once we do,
life really begins.
Trust, trust
with all your might.
Only through Him
can this life be right!
E. P. Shagott
10/13/2010
The Fire Within
My heart was cold
from this world of sin.
Jesus said, “What you need,
is a fire within!
It starts with a spark,
then will grow with love,
the fuel you need
will come from above.”
With my chilled heart
I cried, “Lord, let it be,
please through Your love,
ignite a spark in me!”
Then within a second,
the chill began to fade.
The spark was lit,
through Jesus’ name!
So in this life,
it’s not too late to begin,
all you need
is the fire within!
E. P. Shagott
10/13/2010
The Blessing
It is only a blessing
that when we receive,
we give thanks above
because we believe.
The blessing only comes,
because of His grace,
not of what we’ve done,
or said in it’s place.
His blessings will flow,
to bring glory to Him,
not because we’re so
deserving, my friends.
Blessings are gifts
from the Father above,
only given out,
because of His love.
So if there’s a blessing
that might come our way,
let’s all remember to give thanks,
that God thought of us today!
E. P. Shagott
10/13/2010
Submit and Commit
Submit and commit,
for there’s no other way.
Surrender to God
and commit to Him this day.
Release to Him
your troubles and cares.
A heavenly Friend,
that will always be there.
Do not give in,
to this world of sin.
Submit and commit,
let Christ Jesus enter in.
Your life has a purpose,
once given to Him.
Submit to His love,
commit yourself and let life begin.
E. P. Shagott
10/15/2010
A Heavy Heart
I started to rise,
a heavy weight I did feel.
As I started my day,
my joy, the devil wanted to steal.
I worried and fret,
didn’t sleep much last night.
I just kept thinking,
tomorrow wouldn’t be right.
My heart grew heavier,
as bad thoughts came in.
My joy was leaving,
making room for more sin.
I cried to the Lord,
“How can this be?”
He said in an instant,
“Just focus on Me!
Your heart was made,
for Me from the start,
all sin you let in,
makes for a very heavy heart.”
E. P. Shagott
10/15/2010
Victory Through Jesus
If you battle daily
in this world of sin,
give the fight to Jesus, my friends,
for it’s the only way you can win.
If the devil comes upon you,
and there appears no way out,
look to Jesus, my friends,
for that’s truly what it’s all about.
When bitterness stays with you,
and anger grows within,
release it to Jesus, my friends,
so peace can once again begin.
He can turn dark to light.
He can turn hate to love.
Victory is not in our hands,
but in Christ’s hands above.
E. P. Shagott
10/16/2010
Little By Little
Little by little,
time by time,
He changes our hearts,
and our lives He refines.
Little by little,
day by day,
because of His grace,
He changes our way.
Little by little,
one by one,
He perfects in us,
for His Father’s will to be done.
Little by little,
heart by heart,
He draws us to Him,
where life really starts.
E. P. Shagott
10/16/2010
Choose
As God looked down from Heaven,
an angel asked, “Which one did You choose?”
“All of them”, God replied,
“for none of them have to lose.
I love them all so very much,
and have right from the very start.
My Son, Jesus, gave His life for them,
then sent His Spirit to each and every heart.”
Then the angel looked confused,
as he looked down below.
The angel said, “Why do so many still sin?
Is it because they do not know?”
Then the God of all Creation,
smiled and gave a sigh,
“For those who heard the gospel message,
I can not answer why.
My Word was left to guide them,
and answer what they do not know.
Each one must either choose eternity with Me,
or with the devil below!”
E. P. Shagott
10/16/2010
I Am So Blessed
I took a break from all I do,
to stop awhile and think of You.
I lifted my eyes and looked above,
with my mouth I confessed, “Lord, it’s You I love.”
The pause in my day was oh so great,
it made be thankful and stop to appreciate,
“No matter what I am doing or where I go,
it’s You and me, Lord, this I truly know.
Though time on the clock just passes by,
it doesn’t matter how hard I try,
for if I’m working or resting too,
what matters most is my thoughts of You.
So thank You Lord, for all You do,
for I don’t know how I could ever get through.
Day after day, year after year,
I am so blessed that You stay so near!”
E. P. Shagott
10/16/2010
I Waited
I waited for my answered prayers,
but with my eyes I did not see.
I had faith that they would be heard,
because of God’s love for me.
I waited for a little sign
that everything would be alright.
I had faith I would see a sign,
for I knew I was precious in His sight.
I waited throughout the day
and also the evening too.
I read from my Bible, prayers are answered,
if by faith you believe it’s true.
So I lifted my eyes to Heaven,
and thanked my Father above.
For the waiting keeps me close to Him,
thus always increasing our bond of love.
E. P. Shagott
10/17/2010
Another One For Christ
I once was walking in darkness,
though the sun filled the day.
My heart was hard and calloused,
as I was traveling on my way.
I heard the Gospel message preached,
as I sat in church one day,
the preacher said, “God loves you, my friends,
you must believe He is the only way.
With your mouth ask for forgiveness,
for your sins you must repent.
Ask Jesus to forgive them and be your Lord and Savior,
then the Holy Spirit in your heart will enter in.”
So I did as the preacher said to do,
the “sinners prayer” I did recite.
All the wrongs that were in my life,
through Christ were now made right.
My heart is no longer calloused,
it was softened with His love.
Another sinner came to Christ that day,
as Heaven’s choir sang “Halleluiah” above!
E. P. Shagott
10/19/2010
What Do You See
The angel of the Lord
came to visit me.
He said, “Open your eyes,
tell me what do you see?”
I said, ”I see hurt and confusion,
doubt and despair,
I see hurting people,
from here to there.
I see hatred and anger,
seldom seeing people smile.
I see pain and disease,
as I look from mile to mile.
Then the angel of the Lord
smiled and said to me,
“Why do you think this is,
what could the reason be?
Now look from your heart,
and not from your eyes,
for when you look from this,
it truly makes you wise.”
So as I looked from my heart,
I was amazed at what I saw,
it was people in need,
I saw hope for all.
I saw love and compassion,
I saw truth and the light,
I saw my Lord and Savior,
Oh, what a glorious sight!
I saw truth and the light,
I saw my Lord and Savior,
Oh, what a glorious sight!
E. P. Shagott
10/19/2010
Praise To God
I praise God in the morning,
when my eyes first open to light.
I praise Him in the evening,
when darkness turns into night.
I praise Him in the daytime,
as I go about my day,
for praising Him is what I do,
for I now know of no other way.
I praise Him in my sufferings,
as pain in me begins.
I praise my Lord and Savior,
for there is no life without Him.
Praise to You, Heavenly Father,
and praise to the Holy Spirit too.
Praise to my Lord and Savior, Jesus,
because of His love, brought me to all of You!
E. P. Shagott
10/20/2010
A Family of One
To all my brothers
and sisters in Christ,
stay true to His mission
and stay strong in the fight.
Keep reading His Word
both day and night,
for by doing this
it will make life right.
Do not give in
to all the worldly lies,
keep focus on Jesus
and Heaven as your prize.
Show His love to all others
that ask us all why?
Be ready, willing and able
without uttering a sigh.
Share the gospel with all
and whomever you meet,
be sincere in your words
to the many that you greet.
Don’t compromise the Word
to the lost that you seek,
be compassionate to the weary,
confused and the weak.
Always walk in the Son-light,
stay away from the dark,
don’t be discouraged by others,
remember Noah and the Ark.
Stay strong and stay faithful
as Christ from the start,
and always listen to the Spirit
that resides in your heart.
Remember you are not alone
and the battle will be won,
it was written in God’s Word
since this life had begun.
So stay devoted and committed,
giving praise to the Son,
the victory is ours
because we’re a family of One!
E. P. Shagott
10/20/2010
Hear My Prayer, Lord
So many people in this world
are fighting it everyday,
a disease called “cancer”,
that tries to take their life away.
It weakens the body,
it plays havoc in their mind,
it doesn’t matter who it strikes,
man, woman or child of any kind.
So please hear my prayer, Lord,
may You help us find a way,
to give strength and courage
to those fighting this enemy today.
Give the doctors the wisdom,
to choose what is best,
and also give our researchers,
the funds and knowledge to put it to rest.
Please touch each one afflicted,
and give them peace within their hearts,
let them know You are with them, Lord,
as You have been from the start.
In Jesus precious name,
Amen
E. P. Shagott
10/22/2010
I Weep For The Wasted Years
I weep for the wasted years,
the time I didn’t spend with You.
The very many days and nights,
I fought to just get through.
I weep for the wasted years,
I walked this world alone.
I filled them with emptiness,
trying to find my way home.
I weep for the wasted years,
I could have been telling others of You,
of all the blessings that You give,
to prove to all Your love is so true.
All those years are behind me now,
fruitful years for the Kingdom are all to come.
The wasteful years were part of my journey,
not all of my life, just some.
E. P. Shagott
10/23/2010
A Child Of God
I am a child of Grace,
set free from worldly sin.
I am a child of Righteousness,
because my Savior lives within.
I am a child of Holy Love,
Christ paid the mighty cost.
I am a child of Purity,
my imperfections were nailed to the cross.
I am a child of Eternity,
a life that was created just for Him.
I am His Special child now,
no longer a child to sin.
I am a child of the Master,
in His light is where I trod.
I cry out with a joyful voice,
I am a child of God!!!
E. P. Shagott
10/25/2010
If We Will Only
If we will only
take time to understand,
that each and everyone of us
are truly part of His plan.
If we will only
give Him our time,
for with Him our lives can be better,
yours and mine.
If we will only
take time to read,
and from His Word
we all should take heed.
If we will only
agree to lean on Him,
for that is when we see
our lives truly begin!
E. P. Shagott
10/27/2010
Follow Me
As I was walking
in this world of sin,
Jesus said, “Follow Me,
and be my friend.
What ever you need,
I have for you,
let’s walk together,
in whatever you do.
Follow me,
for there is so much to do,
so many lost in sin,
that need to follow Me too.
I need your feet,
your eyes and ears,
I need your mouth
to calm their fears.
I need your heart,
where I can be,
I need you, please,
won’t you follow Me?”
E. P. Shagott
10/27/2010
A Life With Jesus
A life with Jesus
just has to be,
I can not live
without Him you see.
In pain and sorrow,
or in joy and glee,
a life with Jesus
was just meant to be.
I tried to live
the other way,
in sin and darkness,
I lost my way.
But then someone spoke
the Gospel message to me.
Now a life with Jesus
has set me free!
So if you want
to live like me,
choose a life with Jesus,
for that’s the way it should be.
E. P. Shagott
10/27/2010
It Was Me
Today I saw a homeless person
looking for something to eat.
His shoes were torn and ragged,
exposing parts of his feet.
Then I saw an addict,
trying to once again get high.
His body was shaking so badly,
how would he ever get by?
Next I saw a family man,
out looking for a job.
His family needed food to eat,
their situation was looking bad.
A young girl was working as a prostitute,
her childhood just passed her by.
The innocent smile that once was there,
removed by this world of sin, why?
The Lord then spoke to my heart
and asked, “From all of these what did you see?”
With tears running down my face I replied,
“Lord, what I did see was once me!”
E. P. Shagott
10/27/2010
God’s Task
God spoke to my heart,
He said, “I have a task for you.
All you have to be is obedient,
and trust I will get you through.
I have everything you will need
to accomplish what needs to be done.
Just listen to My Spirit
and always give praise to My Son.
Never get discouraged
or even stop to question why.
You were picked special for the task,
so don’t quit before giving it a try.
I know you can do it,
for you are my special one.
Someday you will understand why,
when we meet and I say, “Well done!”
E. P. Shagott
10/28/2010
God Did Not Leave Us Alone
As we look out our darken windows,
we see the sunshine on our neighbor’s home.
Our house is filled with misery,
but our God did not leave us alone.
As we looked for ways to make ends meet,
and see so many over flowing pockets shown,
Oh where will our next meal come from?
But our God did not leave us alone.
As we see the many healthy people,
yet our bodies ache and groan,
We can not go from here to there,
but our God did not leave us alone.
See it doesn’t matter what we are going through,
but with the Lord how much we have grown.
It is not about what others have and we don’t,
but that our God did not leave us alone.
E. P. Shagott
10/29/2010
What Makes It Great
There is a beginning
and there is an end.
There are enemies
and there are friends.
There is love
and there is hate.
There is average,
then there is great.
There are winners,
and there are losers too.
There are non-believers,
but I believe in You!
For Jesus is the beginning
and also my best Friend,
because of His love for me,
there never will be an end.
See, we are what we choose,
I chose love over hate.
I am a winner through Christ Jesus,
Him living in me, is what makes it great!
E. P. Shagott
10/30/2010
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