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    Passion, Prayer, Presence and Purpose
    Passion, Prayer, Presence and Purpose
    Passion, Prayer, Presence and Purpose
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    Passion, Prayer, Presence and Purpose

    By Jessica O'Connell

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    Rekindle your love and passion for life, cry out to God in prayer for peace, press into His presence in spite of your pain and find your unique, divine purpose. 

    We often feel run down, struggling daily with doubts and pain that no one else sees- needing restoration and blessing- and wonder, "Why am I here?" "Does anyone care what I'm going through?" And God's response is, "I will never leave you nor forsake you."; "My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest."; and "For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

    Hear God's beautiful message of truth written to you and find comfort in knowing you are an irreplaceable treasure.  Take a journey and be refreshed and renewed- realizing you are not alone- and fulfill your destiny with zeal and delight.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherJessica O'Connell
    Release dateJan 10, 2019
    ISBN9781386188087
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      Passion, Prayer, Presence and Purpose - Jessica O'Connell

      The Wisest Woman I Ever Knew

      Never boasting about tomorrow

      for you know not what the day may bring,

      humble and quiet you remain

      as your well deserved praises others sing.

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      Robed with strength and dignity,

      you can laugh at the days ahead.

      Speaking words of life and truth,

      those who hunger for wisdom are fed.

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      The fear of the LORD taught you wisdom

      and you honored God with a humble spirit.

      You gain respect with a kind open heart

      and give advice to those who will hear it.

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      Your gray hair is a crown of splendor

      attained by a righteous life,

      and the garland of grace around your neck

      reminds you of your victory over strife.

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      You commit to the LORD whatever you do

      and your plans will succeed.

      Every hope, dream and expectation

      the good LORD will far exceed.

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      Love and faithfulness will find

      you who plan what is good.

      You defended the lost and broken ones

      when nobody else would.

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      You spoke up for the poor in spirit

      and defended those in need.

      By being the LORD’s hands and feet,

      you planted His loving seed.

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      You bring joy to others with a smile.

      Your words of wisdom bring healing.

      The good news you share reaches far

      evoking an inspiring feeling.

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      Like a precious treasure you hide in your heart,

      the teachings of God you faithfully keep.

      He safely guides each step you take,

      even when your paths seem dark and steep.

      The path of the righteous is like

      the first gleam of dawn shining bright.

      Growing in intensity,

      it shatters the shadows of the night.

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      A woman after God’s own heart,

      you are filled with delight every day-

      rejoicing always in His presence

      where forever you will stay.

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      Your pleasant ways and paths of peace

      leave all who embrace you truly blessed.

      As you’re touched by the hand of God above,

      I stand awestruck and impressed.

      The Path I Choose

      What kind of person

      will I choose to be

      when I fall to the ground

      upon my knees?

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      Surrounded by this family of one

      I give my heart away,

      praying to share the love of Christ

      through my actions and words that I say.

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      It’s not about me

      and the harvest I reap

      but the seeds that I sow

      leading lost little sheep.

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      The essence of Your spirit

      I’m called to reflect.

      In obedient faith I do Your work

      with humility and respect.

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      All the world will see Your glory

      when the good news of Christ I share.

      They will know of Your marvelous deeds

      and passionate love beyond compare.

      Dearest Friend

      Truly a woman after God’s own heart,

      passionate faith and wisdom she did impart.

      With a humble spirit and love so bold,

      she let God’s grace through her unfold.

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      Even through painful, sleepless nights

      she praised the Lord and continued to fight.

      If she had any doubts she need only look up

      saying, Lord here I am- your empty cup.

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      Such kindness she showed to others in need

      with a willingness to serve and a heart to lead.

      She took in the lost as if they were her own

      so they’d never know the feeling of being alone.

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      A beacon of light for the world to see,

      abundant hope she gave so freely.

      The peace of Christ flowed through her spirit

      along with His message to those who would hear it.

      Mother

      A strength of character like no other,

      compassion and integrity rule your heart.

      No greater example of a loving mother,

      you’re a woman of grace who stands apart.

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      In the midst of the crazy storms of life,

      your faithful courage shines through.

      When the world surrounds me with grief and strife,

      you’re the one I look up and run to.

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      You boldly stand firm and do what is right

      even if it’s not the popular choice.

      You hold your ground and stay strong in the fight

      and give the abandoned and broken a voice.

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      You remind me that this journey we’re on

      is more important than where it ends.

      We’re called to be more than just a pawn.

      We’re to be the humble servant God sends.

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      A strength of character like no other,

      compassion and integrity rule your heart.

      No greater example of a loving mother,

      you’re a woman of grace who stands apart.

      Father

      Bold and courageous with a heart so true,

      no one could replace a father like you.

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      A tower of dignity, strength and respect,

      you’re a man of virtue I hope to reflect.

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      You taught me to never give up on my dreams

      no matter how impossible to accomplish it seems.

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      I can let my guard down around you and cry

      and I know that on you I can always rely.

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      With your wisdom you share your advice on life

      and teach me to stand in the midst of strife.

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      You taught me when I fall that the importance lies

      in finding the faith in myself to rise.

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      With honor and valor, this family you defend.

      I’m proud to call you my father, my friend.

      Dad

      It’s the little things that mean the most.

      No matter what or where we are we’ll be forever close.

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      Times when we are chatting or just watching sci-fi,

      I never know where the hours go by.

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      When I was sick you sat by my side.

      The hope and resolve to get better you did provide.

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      My father and friend- an understanding loyal soul,

      a rock of strength when stress takes its toll.

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      You are my inspiration to always do what’s right

      and when life gets rough to stand up and fight.

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      You showed me the importance of responsibility

      and that nothing can break the bond of a loving family.

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      Lessons you taught about trust and respect

      are things I value and vow to protect.

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      A man of your word, you have great honor and bravery-

      a man of wisdom and justice I’m proud the world can see.

      Grandma’s Sweet Girl

      I’m reminded as the time flies,

      how blessed I am to have you in my life.

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      I thought of you and a smile crossed my face,

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