In My Corner of the World

In My Corner of the World

In my corner of the world, people are in pain.  

In my corner of the world, drugs and violence seem to reign.  

In my corner of the world, some are sick and dying,  

Families gathered close, their hearts breaking, crying.  

Illness touches all of us, for we are human still,  

Searching for true healing, for true peace of will.  

The love of God feels distant in so many lives;  

His truth and His grace, so few recognize.  

Across the earth, across our nation,  

Every heart carries its own situation.  

And every life holds one need above all—  

To know Christ deeply, to answer His call.  

In my corner of the world, it’s always the same:  

Empty hearts aching, so many burdened with pain.  

Many blinded, unable to see  

That through Jesus the Son, they are truly free.  

But in every corner of the world, if we look, we’ll find  

Saints on their knees, with compassion in mind—  

Lifting up prayers, extending God’s love,  

Touching a few with blessings from above.  

Yes, in my corner of the world, I’ve got my work to do,  

And in your corner, I know you do too.  

We are many parts of one body here,  

Building God’s Kingdom, moving forward without fear.  

For in my corner of the world, God’s Spirit resides,  

And His fullness will pour out in His perfect time.  

And in every corner, in every place,  

God’s Spirit will touch all who seek His face.  

In my corner of the world.

©1996 Sandra C. Johnson

Revised 2026

Hosanna in the Highest

Hosanna in the Highest

Hosanna in the highest the people.cried. 

As He entered the city riding on a donkey 

He made a triumphant entry to the city. 

And those who worshipped were many. 

They laid their palms on the ground in preparation 

They praised His name in celebration 

But many were those as well who hated Him

And were troubled by His effect  on so many men.

Unknown to many, what God was truly planning. 

No revolt, no war and no earthly standing. 

His Kingdom was not of this world as many thought.

But God's plan would be fulfilled and his son paid the cost

Yet as he wrote in on that donkey, the people exclaimed

Hosanna in the highest is what they proclaimed

Laying out their palms preparing the way

For the messiah's triumphant entry on that day. 

Many hearts questioned a few days later what transpired

Their hopes and dreams melted their hearts were tired

The Jews of the day robbed them of what they thought would be

The Messiah ruling as their King and changing destiny

It's been over 2,000 years since that triumphant entry

And we see and understand God's plan differently

He came in on a donkey and he Rules From Heaven now

And God's plan has not changed he knows the when and how

I see him on his donkey and the people yelling loud

Hosanna in the highest radiating through the crowd

And I sing it today too knowing he will come again

Set up his kingdom and God's time calling all back to Him

©2026 Sandra C. Johnson

A Man After God's Own Heart

This was written in 1996 and put in a newsletter I used to send out back then. This is my original I have rewritten it and put it into song form recently on my YouTube channel.

I remember very clearly what I was going through my mind when I wrote this.  I was very down on myself.  We were living in very tight quarters, and I sometimes just couldn't take it.  I would yell at my family and scream. and then feel so guilty, go to God begging Him for forgiveness.  He then reminded me of David, and together we spanned the life of David for a few minutes.  He showed me the heart of David, how David desired to please Him in every way.  Yet look at the mistakes he made along the way.  He committed adultery, He had terrible family problems, as his son Absalom conspired against him.  Still in it all, He was a man after God's own heart. (For further study, the life of David can be found in 1 Samuel 16-1Kings 2.)  The Lord reminded me that Christians, no matter how strong they think they are, still fall and still sin, and if we get to the point where we don't make mistakes then we have only deceived ourselves.   We all have been there.  Thought we were growing so strong, but then we get hit in the head with a dose of humility, as we see some sin in our lives that we've apparently overlooked.  Sometimes we may feel as if we have let everyone down.  We may feel as if we are not good enough to do the things God has called us to do.  We then fall to the ground in shame and humiliation, realizing we are nothing without the precious blood of Jesus.  Yet, through Jesus we can do all things, and only through Him.  That's where He wants us all every single day. Sometimes it takes getting hit in the head a few times as David was, but when I looked at the story of David, a King who also fell, I realized no matter who we are, we all still are the same in the eyes of God, and are all still learning to hear His voice and live in obedience to Him.  So from these thoughts came the following poem.   

A MAN AFTER GOD'S OWN HEART

He was a man after God's own heart. 

He ruled as King and left his mark. 

For many were inspired by the man. 

One led by God's mighty hand. 

He sinned just like you and I. 

And he struggled with emotions running high. 

His children rebelled and many must have said; 

He didn't raise his kids right, so it's falling on his head. 

For Absalom rebelled and many problems occurred 

Yes, David's family could be labeled "dysfunctional" for sure. 

Yes, and for the lust of a woman he gave in; 

Immorality gripped him, of all sins. 

Oh the guilt I'm sure he felt at times. 

Yet he repented and went on in life. 

He didn't let what others said get him down; 

But turned to God in prayer, where he knew the truth could be found.

You see, he knew his God and knew Him well.  

When he sinned on his face in rags he fell. 

Knowing he was unable to attain. 

So he was in need of God sitting in shame. 

Yet he was a man who sought God in all things. 

When he sinned, he repented and in God found grace. 

He never got discouraged or afraid to be wrong. 

No, he knew we must first be weak before becoming strong. 

Oh David, the man I admire today; 

For as I sin and fall in my way; 

I thank the Lord that His forgiveness is there; 

It draws me closer to my father in prayer. 

So even if you've failed your family and friends; 

Even if you feel you've committed the most horrible sin.

In repentance, remember David the man; 

And as you seek God's heart, His love you'll then understand. 

When we acknowledge our sin that's within;

God will raise us to new heights once again. 

Yes, he was a man after God's own heart. 

And what he had going, I want a part.

©1996 Sandra C. Johnson

He Remembers

He Remembers

He remembers His promises in His perfect time. 

Though every generation has looked diligently to find

The fulfillment of God's words spoken centuries ago.

He remembers and the entire world will know.

He remembers every word of His law 

He is the Alpha, Omega, the Almighty God. 

He is not slow, His timing has a perfect place. 

He moves not when we think, but in mercy and grace. 

He remembers His people, all creation. 

He intervenes in all situations.

He remembers His covenant of old

Fulfilling every promise that was foretold. 

He remembers and He does not delay. 

He knows the plans He has made and will not sway. 

So rest in Him and don't lose heart

He will finish everything that He did start

He remembers as we all shall soon see. 

As He unfolds His works on His sovereignty.

The world will stand in awe and be silenced then. 

As He fulfills His purpose in the hearts of men. 

©2026 Sandra C. Johnson

As a Child

As a Child 

As a child you must enter in

One who is humble before men

Who doesn't do anything Noble or grand

But still he is led by the Master's Hand

As a child when we teach others the truth

As one full of innocence and in their youth

By our example not just what we say

So others will receive the words we convey.

Children are trusting and accepting two

Their hearts are tender and their love true

Not yet exposed to the ugliness around

They smile when everyone frowns

As a child serve your fellow man

Stop and look and give a helping hand

It doesn't matter what others think

Your actions may be they're missing link

No one needs to see the good things you do

Because it's God's love that motivates you

As a child you reach out to a neighbor

Extend them God's loving favor

You listen to what they say

You look them in the eye and you pray

Serving them from a heart of humility

Not from a high place or hostility

You Don't Preach and turn them away

That's God's work as you love them and pray

As a child we look with exploration

Curiosity and not condemnation

We love others the way Jesus did

And we set an example of how to live

As a child is where our hearts need to be

As we follow the God's leading in humility

©1996 Sandra C. Johnson

Just another Addict

 Just another addict

We see them on the side of the road. 

We look away and don't see their heavy load.

We don't see who they are inside. 

We just see a junkie who society has denied. 

It's just another addict, the town's riff raff.

Many see them and scoff and laugh. 

Just another addict who remains unseen

And left on the side of the road unredeemed. 

They become a statistic without a name. 

Judged by society and put to shame. 

But God calls us to a higher place.

To extend forgiveness, mercy and grace. 

God always puts people across our path

Sometimes stopping us in our tracks.

Faced with our own bias and point of view

We lose sight of who God leads us to.

It's not another addict, it's a child of God.

Crying for mercy and freedom from battles fought.

Next time you see him, look in his eyes.

Listen to God's voice and extend His light. 

©2026 Sandra C. Johnson

 

He Intercedes

He Intercedes

When you're hurting so much that you cannot pray

And you're sitting still was nothing to say

Just let the spirit intercede as he does best

God intervenes and He does the rest

When someone comes to mind and you don't know why

Just pray for them to God who will hear their cry

Let the spirit and proceed in ways beyond comprehension

When we pray he comes to our Aid with his intervention

He makes intercession in our lives

So we don't always recognize

He comes down and intervenes

He hears every words, every silent scream.

We sometimes don't even know we need his touch

But he's still there he loves us so very much

When we're sitting on the edge crying so hard

He's there too holding our Broken Heart

So when you need God's touch but feel numb

Just rest in His presence and He will come

He will cry to our father with the right words

Your your hurt and your pain will be felt and heard

©2026 Sandra C. Johnson

Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.

Romans 8:26

Under the Broom Tree

 Under the Broom Tree

Sometimes under the broom tree is where I go

To wait on my God when I do not know. 

When I get discouraged and cannot see

God's plan and the direction for me. 

When I believe I have heard His voice

But circumstances make me question my choice. 

When roadblocks appear in every direction

And all I feel is sadness and rejection 

Under the broom tree is where I return. 

That is where for open doors I yearn. 

I cry out to my Father and question my view

Seeking His will and that which is true. 

Under the Broom Tree is where Elijah rested. 

Discouraged over all the time he'd invested

The walls were closing in and he could not see. 

What to do and what was to be. 

God's angel appeared to him in his despair

When failure was his confession and prayer. 

Get up! He was told, I have plans for you

Go in my name and speak what is true.

Under the broom tree is where we all go at times

That is our safe harbor where we can hide. 

It's there where God sends his angels to attend. 

And gives us strength to go out again. 

Under the broom tree is where we can go

To rejuvenate and let God fill our soul. 

But the broom tree is not where we're meant to stay

We must rise up and let God lead the way.

©2026 Sandra C. Johnson

But he himself went a day’s journey into the wilderness, and came and sat down under a [a]broom tree. And he prayed that he might die, and said, “It is enough! Now, Lord, take my life, for I am no better than my fathers!”

Then as he lay and slept under a broom tree, suddenly an [b]angel touched him, and said to him, “Arise and eat.” Then he looked, and there by his head was a cake baked on [c]coals, and a jar of water. So he ate and drank, and lay down again.

1Kings 19:4-6

To Stand in the Gap

To Stand in the Gap

Is there anyone to stand in the Gap today?

Is there anyone full of Mercy to pray?

For the week and unloved of this land?

Is there anyone who in their heart truly can?

To pray for the beggar on the street.

Who is alone and just want something to eat.

To extend Mercy without condemnation,

Can we stand in the gap for their situation?

Is there anyone to stand in the gap with love?

To extend the hand of a Savior from above?

Do we pray for our enemies restoration?

Or do we rejoice in their condemnation?

God calls us to love all men and forgive.

To restore and teach truth as we live.

To stand in the gap providing a way

For those who are lost as we pray.

We have a world void of the truth.

And yes, some teach lies to our youth.

But instead of hatred over all that they do,

Can we pray for changed hearts and point of view?

It's a higher call for those of us who know him,

The Savior who died for all men.

It's not ours to condemn or scoff,

But to stand in the gap for the Lost.

To pray for each soul that we seem,

That we can share how to live free.

Going through the darkness with them,

Holding their hand with God's love within. 

Is there anyone out there willing to stand?

To be that bridge to extend God's hand?

To love others the way God does,

And stand in the gap with his unending love.

©1996 Sandra C. Johnson

To hear a song that was adapted from this poem visit my YouTube channel here:

https://youtu.be/s2nEe79V5t4?si=93ND6ZnEdjSQ0qaA

When we Stand Before the Throne

 WHEN WE STAND BEFORE THE THRONE

The King sitting on the throne. 

The pauper who doesn't have a home. 

The executive in a noble profession. 

The prostitute making an honest confession.

The nurse with many credentials to show. 

The mayor that everyone knows. 

The President of these United States; 

All men small and great. 

They will all stand before the God of the earth. 

All looking the same, regardless of birth. 

The rich man who had money to spare. 

The inventor and the doctor who truly cared. 

The preacher who dressed so nice every week. 

The one who gave to many in need. 

Regardless of what title you hold presently;

It will be different than the one in eternity. 

No master's degree will earn favor on high. 

"I don't know you" will be God's reply. 

Many will come to Him in that day; 

Speaking of the miracles and how much they prayed. 

They went to Church all the time. 

Involved in activities of every kind. 

Everyone knew them and knew them well. 

By their acts you could easily tell. 

But God will answer "but me you did not know.

You were to busy putting on a show.

Doing things to please man. 

You didn't seek me where I am. 

To know me is to be still and wait. 

Listen to my voice whether small or great. 

Let me inspire the acts you convey. 

Allowing my spirit to lead you when you pray." 

The good works you do today; 

In that time won't be on display. 

No one will know if you were someone known; 

For all will stand before God's throne. 

So as you serve your sisters and brothers. 

And announce your good christian works to others; 

Remember on that day, when questioned why you should enter in; 

Your answer should be Jesus died for my sin. 

He will be glorified for all you have done; 

Through Him alone will you overcome. 

So my friends, seek first His Kingdom and stay close to Him. 

It's His works only that will shine forth in the end. 

©1997 Sandra C. Johnson

Take it Up with the Almighty

Throughout the years, I’ve heard the same questions more than once: “Who are you to judge?” or “What makes you the authority?” Usually it comes up when I’m holding to a biblical standard—most recently, my pro‑life stance.

What some see as judgment is simply my attempt to stand on what God has already spoken. There are moments when I wish I could just nod along with the world’s ideology, accept every lifestyle or belief it celebrates, and avoid offending anyone. It would certainly be easier.

But God’s truth has always offended. From the earliest prophets who spoke to Israel, all the way to today, truth has a way of exposing what we’d rather ignore.

The poem below speaks to that tension—standing firm in a world that pushes back. My prayer is that these words encourage you to hold fast to what God has shown you, even when it isn’t popular.

Take it up with the Almighty

If you find yourself offended buy something that I say

Take it up with the Almighty in Heaven on that day. 

If you feel that I may be insensitive or unkind Take your case to heaven to the divine

Far be it for me to pass judgment on my fellow man

Without looking at my own heart and where I stand

I speak only what his word teaches and try to follow

I will not compromise or remain Hollow

But if my words trigger you in a sensitive place

Know that I speak in love, in honor and in grace.

I only say what I have heard from my father on high

And it's his word and Truth on which I rely

So if these words are offensive take it up with him

And I pray He will help you and it's not to condemn 

I only speak his truth and examining my own heart

Which inspires me to tell others and lead them out of the dark

Take it up with the Almighty let him come inside

As with us all  he removes our idols of hate and of pride

He humbles us And leads us in his love and grace

And writes as law within exposing our darkest place

So take it up with the Almighty If you dare

But know His court is just and fair

He will hear you out look at both sides

He sees everything within us that we try to hide

So take it to the Almighty if you're offended today

Please Go to him He will lead you in his way

He will change your life, expose your guilt and shame.

But when you leave his court, you will never be the same

©2026 Sandra C. Johnson

We Are All the Same

 WE ARE ALL THE SAME

No matter who we are or what walk of life we lead

We all still have the same struggles and the same basic needs. 

We all have had hurts and pains that chill us to the bone

We all have the same fears and doubts that all mankind have known.

We sometimes feel we’re the only ones who committed so great a sin

And we’re the only ones with such fear and doubt within.

When every person in the world has fought demons deep inside;

That haunt and torture us, and break down our pride. 

We’re all the same inside, and none of us can make it alone

The rich the poor, the one on the street without a home

The senators and high officials who are on TV each night 

The little girl, who came home crying from a school fight.

We’re all the same, and we all need a Savior to set us free. 

We all need His love, for only in Him, is the key. 

To being freed from our past and to a path this is pure. 

To a life of peace and one this is safe and secure. 

So, when you look at another whose life seems so important then;

And you feel a tad inferior, because your life doesn’t compare to him

Remember he is the same inside, though he covers it well,

Look into his heart for only then can you truly tell. 

He may need your prayers, though, he may never say

Look up to the heavens, and for this man please pray anyway. 

We need to stop passing judgment on someone who has less. 

Those we see as freaks, the beggars and the homeless. 

No matter what we think, only God knows what is truly going on.

So stop and pray for them it just takes a minute before moving on. 

Yes, we are all the same inside, each person on this earth. 

We all needs Jesus’ touch, we all need to put Him first. 

So pray for your fellow man, despite what you may see. 

Jesus alone for all of us is the one who can set us free. 

This is what we are all here for, to touch each other and to give.

Yes, we are truly all the same in this life on earth we live. 

© Copyright 2006 Sandra C. Johnson 

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A New Dwelling Place

 A New Dwelling Place

God made a new place for His spirit to dwell. 

Not in a manmade temple high on the hill.

But in the heart who believes in His Son who died.

This is the place His Spirit resides. 

We look at churches and temples grand in design. 

And may stand in awe of the beauty that we find

But inside our hearts is where the true splendor lies. 

As He rewrites His truth there and in our lives. 

In streets where we walk and where we find. 

Across the earth throughout all mankind

His spirit moving to touch those that we see. 

Not just in Church are souls set free. 

His spirit is not contained within church  walls. 

Or under the cloak of religion and man's noble cause

But His spirit dwells in the heart of man. 

Not in buildings that fade by human hands. 

And since Jesus walked the earth, He made it clear. 

A new dwelling place is not far but near. 

And while we seek His fulfillment in man made designs. 

God has been building His temple one stone at a time. 

God made a new place for His spirit to dwell. 

Not in a manmade temple high on the hill.

We are all living stones placed where He called us to be.

A new dwelling, a new Temple stands eternally.

©2026 Sandra C. Johnson

The Shelter of the Most High

The Shelter of the Most High

(An adaptation from Psalm 91)

Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High 

Will rest in his shadow in whom they rely. 

I will confess the Lord as my fortress and refuge 

Whom I have trusted since my youth. 

Surely He will save you from the Fowler's snare. 

And from the deadly pestilence that you find there. 

He will cover you with his feathers and His wings 

And you will not fear the world or anything. 

His faithfulness will always be evident to see.

Especially in times when terror reigns heavily. 

But no need to fear because of the arrow that flies by day. 

Or the the plagues that may come your way. 

You may witness wars and see thousand fall all around. 

But He will protect you, no harm will ever be found. 

You will observe with your eyes God’s judgments then.

When He visits the sins upon men. 

If you say the Lord is my refuge, and make Him your dwelling. 

No harm or disaster will befall you is what you will be telling.

For His angels will take care of you in all that you do

In this world of danger and violence, they will watch over you. 

You will tread the cobra, the serpent and lion 

Because you love God and made Him the one you rely on. 

Because you acknowledge Him, He will answer your prayer. 

He will deliver and honor you and always be there.

©2025 Sandra C. Johnson

A Tear Falls from Heaven

I wrote this poem after reflecting in what God and His angels must feel.over the chaos in our world today.  I know God is in control.  I also know He loves His creation and must grieve over our actions. 

A Tear Falls from Heaven

A tear falls from heaven when brothers fight

When they insist on holding on to their pride.

A tear falls from heaven when a judge issues a decree 

That is far from just and void of mercy

A tear falls from heaven at every breaking heart. 

Every longing in man's deepest part. 

A tear falls because the view from heaven is clear. 

The world is blind to God whose presence is near. 

A tear falls from heaven as they witness violence and hate

And see man hang on to bitter anger instead of grace. 

A tear falls from heaven over all that they see

So many hearts darkened, that could be set free. 

A tear falls from heaven because God loves His creation. 

Sending His son to give them salvation.

Yes a tear falls from heaven over it all

It has since the day of man's fall. 

God cherishes each soul on earth

Each tear that falls proves our worth. 

Tears fell from heaven when His son died.

And suffered at our hand and was crucified. 

As we fight over so many issues today.

Forgetting He is on control as we demand our way

And tears fell from heaven as we lose sight

Of who God is and we choose to fight. 

A tear falls from heaven but one day there will be

No tears in His Kingdom where captives are set Free

No more fighting no more left or right

As the knowledge of Him is declared in His glorious light. 

©2026 Sandra C. Johnson

The Idols of our Heart

I woke up earlier than usual on this particular Sunday afternoon. I worked nights in 1998 when I originally wrote this. 

On Sundays,  I tried to only sleep for a little while so I could go to bible study and also be able to sleep the next night. Well this particular day, I awoke with the words. "They are passing on the idols." What? God gave me a picture of the churches. All of them, every denomination and every belief system. I always asked myself ever since I was a kid why there were so many churches. My church claimed to have all truth...but God....I remember asking how do I truly know?

Unknown to me at that time was the path the Lord had laid out for me in the years to come. The scripture that comes to mind is found in Ezek. 14:3-5 "Son of man, these men have set up their idols in their hearts, and put before them that which causes them to stumble into iniquity. Should I let Myself be inquired of at all by them? Therefore speak to them, and say to them, Thus says the Lord God: Everyone of the house of Israel who sets up his idols in his heart, and puts before him what causes him to stumble into iniquity, and then comes to the prophet, I the Lord will answer him who comes according to the multitude of his idols, that I may seize the house of Israel by their heart because they are still enstranged from Me by their idols." I remember reading about the idolatry of the house of Israel and Judah both. From the setting up of the golden calf, to the King Jeroboam who it is written over and over again in the Kings how he caused Israel to sin. Throughout the history of this nation, there are numerous accounts of idolatry. When would they learn, I used to think. You'd think they'd figure it out by now. Until I read the above scripture. Praying Lord, please reveal to me the idols of my heart so that I won't fall into sin. Be careful what you ask for.......

Well this has been a real conviction for me for the past few months. As I've heard God say He is going to bring down our idols When we read this scripture in Ezekiel, it brings a scary thought to my mind. Are we passing on the idols of our hearts as we witness,,,are we sharing our church's point of view. or our personal point of view? Not that our point of view is necessarily wrong....but we all are human, and none of us know all truth....are we willing to give our point of view to the Lord and ask Him to cleanse us of those preconceived notions of what we think is right, and hear Him clearly.....It's scary......He will answer us if we pray He answers according to the idols of our hearts. Be it a new car......be it a new church building.....which is it for you all? Are you carrying some idols deep down. We read in Ezekiel 8:8-11 "Then He said to me, "Son of man, dig into the wall"; and when I dug into the wall, there was a door. And He said to me, "Go in and see the wicked abominations which they are doing there. So I went in and saw, and there every sort of creeping thing, abominable beasts and all the idols of the house of Israel portrayed all around on the walls. And there stood before them seventy men of the elders of the house of Israel." Well this whole chapter talks about the idolatry of the house of Israel....It reveals to us the place where the priests stored these items. We have those items too. They are our idols we hide where no one can see. They are our belief system....Whether it be our hurts, unforgivenesses, or simply our point of view. God wants us to have His presence there and take out all those idols in our innermost parts so that we won't hear him according to those things but according to His pure and undefiled word. Something I have to think about on a daily basis....Am I asking out of the idols of my heart, or giving my life in His hands, as he answers my prayers and I hear His voice. May God bless you and lead you richly into your lives this week, and may we all grow in the knowledge and love of the Lord. May we all learn together to trust Him fully and completely in every area of our lives. Below is the poem God put on my heart that Sunday afternoon, when I was awoken.

THE IDOLS OF OUR HEARTS

We come together to worship and pray.

To edify and encourage one another by what we have to say.

We each have our doctrine and our point of view.

Those beliefs that we claim as right and true.

Whether Catholic, Protestant be the name affixed thereon.

We hold tight to our convictions so very long.

When we pray seeking to know all truth.

Do we ask with preconceived notions of our point of view?

OR do we put aside how we think it should be;

And trust God to lead us in His sovereignty.

Do we lay out our OUR agenda for His will?

OR listen as He says "my child simply be still".

Do we let go and trust God to show us the way?

Or ask according to the idols in our hearts as we pray.

When we witness to others of the Kingdom's good news;

Do we pass on the idol called "My point of view."

Or do we give the pure and undefiled WORD.

Trusting God to water and feed them by what they have heard.

Yes, too many times we've passed on our idols we hold tight.

Our traditions passed on to us, that felt so very right.

Wanting to help God in heaven save the world from sin;

Based on the doctrines and traditions of men.

Are you passing on an idol to your fellowman?

Are you sharing your doctrine and what you understand?

OR are you passing on to others the Word of God alone;

Being there to learn with them things that were unknown.

As we seek our father in heaven above;

May we learn in faith what it means to truly love.

May we not be in fear as we hear His voice;

May following Him solely be our only choice.

As He reveals to us the idols of our hearts;

Those preconceived notions in our innermost parts;

And as He in time starts to reveal;

The truth of His Word and His perfect will.

May we hear Him, and obey His Word.

Passing on from the Father what we all have heard.

Yes we come together to worship and pray.

Seeking His Kingdom and His perfect way.

Encouraging each other to hear His voice within;

As we all strive to live a life in oneness with Him.

© Copyright 1998 Sandra C. Johnson

To Preach to the Choir

To Preach to the Choir

God did not call us to preach to the choir. 

He called us to walk through the fire. 

It's there where the lost souls reside. 

The ones in need of His love that has been denied. 

God did not call us just to share with fellow brothers

Who already know Him unlike the others. 

He said the harvest is plentiful look and see. 

And go out and share my love that sets them free.

He called us to be uncomfortable and serve. 

To be Courageous and not lose our nerve. 

To teach the broken and show them 

Who Jesus is and to not pretend. 

He called us to take off our suits and ties. 

And humbly serve looking into their eyes. 

To see others the way He does

And have mercy and exemplify His love.

The church sometimes sits high on the hill

And those inside are safe, warm and filled.

And the world below looks up only to find. 

They don't belong and question why. 

But God did not call us to just fill a pew

Or eat lunch with the chosen few. 

But to follow him Into the streets

To touch the world and show him to all that we meet

No, God did not call us to preach to the choir

But to reach others whose lives are dire

And there are times when we do renew

With others of the same point of View

But step out and let him lead you each day

And listen for him to show you what to say

So those in the valley can come up the hill

And with us, take part in His Holy will

©2026 Sandra C. Johnson

I Say Amen

I Say Amen

I've learned to say Amen to God's plan

I've learned to rest in him right where I stand.

I've learned it's not me that creates change

But a sovereign God who rules all things

We're but mere men, trying to navigate

Our way in a world governed by hate.

As we debate politics and philosophy

The world's wisdom is fading and it's ideology

I've learned to Simply rest and say Amen to God

I've learned it's all foolishness in this path that I trod.

Saying amen to his plan in the Earth

And following His lead Putting him first

I've learned to say Amen as I seek his way

As I watch him reign and have his say

I've watched Him sit back as rulers take their place

And have watched him intervene with mercy and with Grace

Sometimes we wonder what's happened in this world

Everything is upside down Moral values have been hurled

But I just stand for my savior and say Amen to his way

As he leads me to where I'm supposed to be each day

Yes I've learned to say Amen to God above

To not go out on my own but rest in his love

And I don't get dismantled over all the evil I see

I just say Amen to my father who shapes every destiny.

©2026 Sandra C. Johnson

There You Are

There You Are

"There you are" is what He will say. 

When he finds the lamb that has gone astray. 

As we feel the pressure of sadness and pain

Thinking in life we have nothing to gain. 

We wander off Into the unknown

Making choices that lead us farther from home. 

Be it drugs, gambling or some sexual sin. 

Be it robbery and violence done again and again.

When He finally finds us in that dark place

He simply holds us in His warm embrace. 

"There you are" are the words we will hear. 

As His recognition of us is all too clear. 

God the father of all of mankind. 

Never gives up or loses sight. 

He remembers us as He created us to be

"There you are" are his words to you and to me. 

"There you are" he says redeeming each lost soul

As His love begins to heal us and make us whole

His love is like nothing we can understand 

Because it comes from heaven and God's loving hand. 

You see He is seeking each lost lamb

And will never stop till they are in his hand

And when he finds you, with joyous love and affection

He'll exclaim “There you are” as he enfolds you in His arms of protection. 

©2025 Sandra C. Johnson

The God That You Know

 The God That You Know

Who is the God that you know? 

Who is it whose works that you show? 

On whom does your faith depend? 

Is it on Yahweh, or on the precepts of men? 

For all gods will soon be put to the test. 

Only Yahweh will stand above the rest.

And if you lean too much on the god that’ untrue;

The foundation will fall, that’s been holding you. 

As earthquakes have come and gone;

It tested the foundations to see if they were strong. 

But a bigger earthquake that will shake all you believe;

Is about to unravel all false gods and deceit. 

Yes, a time is coming my friend;

When all will crumble that is of mere men. 

And the only thing that will be left to stand;

Is God Almighty and what’s in His hand. 

It’s time to put our faith back in Him; 

Yahweh, only is the one in whom we must depend. 

And those who think other sources will lead them though;

Will be disappointed when faced with the truth. 

As Israel crossed the Jordan to find;

A woman who chose their God at the right time. 

She knew what to do, to keep wrath away. 

And gladly did she and her house obey. 

There is much work to do on the other side, 

And it can’t be done with vengeance or pride. 

Only in the name of our father above, 

Administering His justice out of His love. 

Who is the god that you know? 

Is it the one you see at the church where you go? 

Is it the one that your parents taught you of?

Or is the one birthed in your heart from above?

Now is the time to seek Yahweh’s face. 

To come before Him in our sin and disgrace;

To ask Him to reveal to us who He is;

So that we will know Him and learn godliness.

I’m still seeking Him, even today. 

God Almighty to whom I pray. 

Imitations come and whisper to us here;

Trying to cast doubt in the God whom we revere. 

So my friend, who is the God that you know? 

Who is the one that to others you show?

Let’s seek together so in that day when all will be known.

Our works tried in the fire will come out shining as gold. 

©1996 Sandra C. Johnson