When God Opens His Windows
When God opens the windows of heaven
The birds begin to sing…the flowers bloom again…
Gentle showers like tiny tears of joy appear
And life is sweet…
A fresh wind blows upon my happy cheek
I see God smile on me…
When God opens the windows of heaven
Joy unspeakable and full of His glory chases me down and tickles me pink…
His love overflows like a waterspout, and this I know, when He speaks…
The voice I hear is tender, nothing else compares, it takes me to the higher place
Where I will behold his face
Into the very presence of the Most High God, where angels sing holy, holy, holy…
I dare trod; for Holy Spirit takes me there…
No words or thoughts or cares at all
Can take His love from me…
For God has opened His windows; and He’s made my life complete…
All the hurts of yester-years…are gone without a trace…
You see God’s windows are full, of His Amazing Grace…
Oh love Him…and adore Him….Let Him catch you, do not run away…
God wants to open the windows of heaven for you, today…
If you will seek Him with all your heart, surrender to Him and obey…
He’ll open His windows of heaven, and there you’ll begin to play…
Like a little child, innocent and free…
If you’ll only trust Him and believe
God will open His windows in heaven and you, too, will receive
Joy that will never cease…
~Marla Shaw O’Neill April 23, 2018
Malachi 3:10-11 The Message (MSG)
“Begin by being honest. Do honest people rob God? But you rob me day after day.
“You ask, ‘How have we robbed you?’
“The tithe and the offering—that’s how! And now you’re under a curse—the whole lot of you—because you’re robbing me. Bring your full tithe to the Temple treasury so there will be ample provisions in my Temple. Test me in this and see if I don’t open up heaven itself to you and pour out blessings beyond your wildest dreams. For my part, I will defend you against marauders, protect your wheat fields and vegetable gardens against plunderers.” The Message of God-of-the-Angel-Armies.
Deuteronomy 28:1-10 Good News Translation (GNT)
The Blessings of Obedience
“If you obey the Lord your God and faithfully keep all his commands that I am giving you today, he will make you greater than any other nation on earth. 2 Obey the Lord your God and all these blessings will be yours:
“The Lord will bless your towns and your fields.
“The Lord will bless you with many children, with abundant crops, and with many cattle and sheep.
“The Lord will bless your grain crops and the food you prepare from them.
“The Lord will bless everything you do.
“The Lord will defeat your enemies when they attack you. They will attack from one direction, but they will run from you in all directions.
“The Lord your God will bless your work and fill your barns with grain. He will bless you in the land that he is giving you.
“If you obey the Lord your God and do everything he commands, he will make you his own people, as he has promised. Then all the peoples on earth will see that the Lord has chosen you to be his own people, and they will be afraid of you.
Sitting at His Feet
Reclining there among His friends
The master waits and rests…
In the cool of the day, when quietness surrounds them,
They hear someone say…
In a low and humble voice as she stands with an alabaster box
She kneels, breaks the seal, and instantly reveals,
The fragrance Of costly perfume…
This is my gift to you my Lord…it is all I have…but there is more,
My heart is spent on thee.
Fragrance fills the room…
Tears combined with sweet oil, poured upon His head
As others watch from their seat…
A heart with love and purity seen, in one moment, their eyes meet…
No words now spoken, but emotions of spirit and life restored, for there is no more defeat…
Gentle tear drops fall; Jesus also weeps…
Silence while she sits there…until all is complete…
Her soul is free, with sweet release, sitting at Jesus feet.
~Marla Shaw O’Neill April 11, 2018
Matthew 26:7 Tree of Life Version (TLV) a woman came up to Him with an alabaster jar of very expensive oil. And she poured it on His head as He was reclining at the table.
The Glories…
The Glories are those tiny ones, who come just in the nick of time…
When you think all hope is gone, and you begin to whine…
Why me? Oh me? And if only! It’s all about me, me, and me…
Faith spent, and doubts assail, tip toeing in, come the Glories with a sound,
Of a mighty rushing wind…and fire, begins to burn…
Do not doubt, nor be afraid, for I Am, has sent us to make you brave…
Shout out Glory and shout out praise…
The Glories are here no need to be afraid…
Hold up your hands with fist held tight
God’s given you victory here tonight…
The Glories have arrived, everything’s gonna be alright…
Cause when the Glories arrive…You’ll do more than simply survive…
The Glories tell the story of the King who sits on high…
How he intercedes for you and me, and how he, once-upon-a-time, died…
The Glories come to tell you, Jesus is no longer dead…Jesus, is, ALIVE!!!
Come on everyone,
SHOUT OUT, GLORY! GLORY! GLORY! JESUS IS ALIVE!!!
The stickie’s can’t hold onto you when you begin to shout…
The stickie’s have to run away when they see you no longer doubt
The stickie’s are those demons that try to wear you out…
But kick them in the head and let the Glories run about…
In Jesus name they’ll run away, let the Glories shout…
The Glories bring you joyfulness and joyful songs to sing
While trials and tribulations keep you suffering…
The Glories rush in with cheerfulness;
And then, they will bring…
Your soul into the throne room to glorify the King…
So drop all your doubts and all your worrying…
Listen and turn around, let the glories sing…
Shout when you doubt, and shout when you want to cry
Shout when you’re in trouble and let the Glories lift you high…
Glories are those tiny ones who come to set you free…
When you open up your mouth and shout, then the Glories you will see…
~Marla Shaw O’Neill April 9, 2018
Luke 2:14 The Message (MSG) At once the angel was joined by a huge angelic choir singing God’s praises:
Glory to God in the heavenly heights, Peace to all men and women on earth who please him.
The Wee Three Squad
Photo by Abram Liverio
Big brother E-1, little sister L, baby brother E-2, we are Wee Three…
BBE-1’s superpower is leader, mentor, athletic, brave and strong.
LSL’s superpower is music, dance and song
BBE-2’s superpower is strength, healing and perseverance he’s faced giants and won…
They are the Wee Three…different, but the same…
From strong brave parents, Wee Three came…
Scaling tall hurdles…they jump and climb and run and play…
Parks and pools and backyard schools…
IPads, baby dolls, cars, rattles, and dad…mommy to the rescue when they are sad…
Diapers flying faster than the speed of light…
Nanny Emily takes to the fight…
Rocking and consoling BBE-2 he’s taken to sweet dreams; he’s going nite-nite
Bath time and dinner time for BBE-l and LSL’s flight…
Into dream land when dad and mom step in to say goodnight…
An Irish lullaby sung, heavy eyelids close in delight…
The Wee three…at rest before more adventures begin…
Round and round the Wee Three go…Super heroes, their parents, on them they depend
Wee Three, growing and laughing and running about…
Screams and squeals and terrifying thrills…
Yes they are the Wee Three…in highchairs for meals…
This cannot be accomplished by hoping or strong wills…
Mommy and Daddy’s superpower is unfailing Love …
Not temporary or complacent but a gift from above…
Thank you for loving and caring for Wee three…
There is no other place that, Wee three would rather be…
Than in this crazy, happy, joyful, family!!
~Written by Grandma Marla Shaw O’Neill April 9, 2018
Dedicated to Abram and Mary the parents of Wee Three!
Psalm 127:3-5 The Message (MSG)
Don’t you see that children are God’s best gift?
the fruit of the womb his generous legacy?
Like a warrior’s fistful of arrows
are the children of a vigorous youth.
Oh, how blessed are you parents,
with your quivers full of children!
Your enemies don’t stand a chance against you;
you’ll sweep them right off your doorstep.
The Comforter
Broken in spirit
Cast down and ship-wrecked
With grief that will not cease
Holy Comforter come, give me your blessed peace
Wrapped in holy love, Spirit, Holy dove
Brings upon his wings, billows of heavenly love…
Tears of loss drop upon the altar of sacrifice…
Until all that’s left is emptiness while clinging to, the Christ…
Holy Spirit breathe upon my brokenness
For I am numb and filled with pain I cannot explain…
My heart laments with waves of uncontrollable grief…
Come Holy One and give relief…
A gentle breeze flows from Spirit wind…
And lights upon the heart of him…
Unexplainable peace no one understands…
Floods the soul with mercy in his hands…
Pouring the oil of joy into the hurting child…
Comfort and grace sufficient for every mile…
The broken one, smiles…
He is the helper
He is the healer
He is the transformer
He is the lover
He is the hugs and kisses
He is the comforter
He is…
Holy Spirit…
Come.
~Marla Shaw O’Neill April 6, 2018
John 14:26-29 New Life Version (NLV) The Helper is the Holy Spirit. The Father will send Him in My place. He will teach you everything and help you remember everything I have told you.
Jesus Gives His Followers Peace
“Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. I do not give peace to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid. 28 You heard Me say that I am going away. But I am coming back to you. If you love Me, you would be glad that I am going to the Father. The Father is greater than I.
I have told you this before it happens. Then when it does happen, you will believe.
This is dedicated to all the ones who are grieving over the loss of a loved one!
The Reason She Sings
Sing little song bird, let your heart’s, soul, soar
Over fields of lilacs, bring high praise before the Lord…
Sing little song bird, tell us what it means
To know and understand why your soul sings…
I’ve crossed many rivers and flown above the seas…
I’ve fought foe and fiend, tis a few reasons why I sing…
I’ve lost loved ones and been attacked by things unseen…
But all the while, and through every mile, Jesus has been the reason I sing…
He lifts me high above the burdens and gives me peace through every scheme
He’s given me Joy for the mourning, why He is the reason I sing…
I sing when I’m discouraged, yes, I sing because I’m free…
I sing when some are dying, I sing through everything…
I sing when I am tired and I sing when I can’t sing…
Through it all, Jesus gives my life meaning…
I’ll sing in the morning and I’ll sing at noon…
I’ll be singing when it’s time for me, to leave this dark, world’s, room…
Sing with me little children; sing when your heart is drear…
Sing when life seems lifeless; sing through all your tears…
Sing when you are happy and sing when you’re in fear…
For it’s in the singing you will hear…
God’s love sings back, I’m near…
Singing lightens your burdens and opens heaven’s door
Sing, and open up your heart with exuberance, fully restored…
Sing with me little children, sing before the Lord…
Jesus is the reason, I will sing forevermore!
When you hear the little song bird singing you’ll know…Jesus is the reason she sings!
~Marla Shaw O’Neill April 5, 2018
Psalm 104:12 New International Version (NIV) The birds of the sky nest by the waters; they sing among the branches.
Friends to Keep Close
God has given us seven friends to help us on our journey through the perils of this life; where darkness prevails but will not win. Jesus, God’s son, went back to His kingdom but he promised he would give us someone to guide us and direct us through the dark world. And so let me introduce you to the best friends you will ever have.
Truth is our first friend; he carries the belt that holds us together so we will not fall into deception and lies. The father of lies is our worst enemy, his name is Satan. Our friend, Truth, will destroy lies every time. He is our go-to friend, when we feel confused. He is one of our closest and dearest friends.
Our second and most valued friend is Righteousness. She will always do the right thing not what she feels is right but what God says is right. Living with Righteousness will bring health and joy to everyone who walks with her. She protects our heart and fills us with the Love of the Father.
The third friend’s name is, Shoes of the Gospel. Shoes of the Gospel, will keep our feet from stumbling over rocky paths, he’ll lead us away from quicksand and keeps us on a firm foundation. Shoes of the Gospel will constantly give us new insights into the Spirit and tells us the words of life to live by and will teach us to help others how to walk.
For our fourth friend His name is Faith. Faith says walk with me and you will never fall down. I’ll take you into realms where only spirit can go. But you must trust and never doubt, don’t look with your eyes of the carnal mind…but see with your spirit-heart and trust me. For what you see, will not be what you expect. You must see beyond the natural. Our friend Faith, carries a shield, that protects our hearts when the enemy attacks us with his darts of fire. And when he throws spears of lies, the shield of Faith, will walk with us through hurt and pain and we will overcome. Faith never falls down. He is steadfast and concrete. Faith will always please the Father. Keep the shield polished and clean and never leave it behind.
Salvation is our fifth friend and gives us a helmet to protect our head. It covers our mind and gives us the mind of Christ. Salvation is a kind and loving friend. He saves us from fear and worry. Salvation will show us the way to go when we feel distressed and lost. Our friend Salvation gives us a brand new way of thinking. He will never let us stray off course and he will be with us forever. Salvation will take us all the way to the Kingdom of God.
Then there is our friend Spirit, he carries a sword. The sword will cut down every lie that tries to come against us. Spirit’s sword is so sharp it will cut through bone and marrow. Spirit gives each of us the same sword so that when the enemy comes at us, the sword of Spirit will annihilate the enemy’s weapons. Spirit will bring us peace in the midst of every battle and conquer every foe. Spirit’s sword is powerful. Keep it with you always. Spirit is Holy.
Our very best friend is The Spirit of Prayer. She is our closest and dearest friend. She will speak to the Father on our behalf and will show us things to come. She will never cease of asking. She will tell you what you need to know and she will always speak the truth in love and never judgment. The Spirit of Prayer is constant and is always with us. She doesn’t get tired. She never sleeps. She is always giving and never abuses or condemns. The Spirit of Prayer is a friend that sticks closer than a brother. She asks, she does not demand. She is humble but has a force that cannot be conquered nor destroyed. She has the ear of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost. The Spirit of Prayer is faithful and determined; she will take you into the Holy of holies. God listens to the Spirit of Prayer and will answer her request. Never leave the Spirit of Prayer behind. Keep her with you at all times. She will be your greatest comfort and your greatest friend. Spirit of Prayer keeps all the friends together. She brings Truth, Righteousness, The Gospel, Faith, Salvation and the Spirit with her wherever she goes. When you walk with these friends, you are walking with God the Father, Jesus the Son and the Holy Spirit. You will be one. These friends stick closer than a brother or a sister. You never walk alone.
~Marla Shaw O’Neill April 4, 2018
Ephesians 6:10-20 New King James Version (NKJV)
Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints—and for me, that utterance may be given to me, that I may open my mouth boldly to make known the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak.
What Does God Want
What does God want…?
He wants your heart.
We hold on tight to things of this life
Not realizing it takes up all the room
Crammed into each crevice we save
Bitterness, unforgiveness
And a whole lot of strife.
Piled from ceiling to floor
If you wanted to, you couldn’t open the door
Your heart is stuffed and you just can’t take anymore…
Pages and pages of hate and hurt are stored…
Within the place where love was once explored
It’s too overwhelming to think about
Too much clutter, broken promises and unkind words
I’m to numb for even the faintest hope…no one cared, no one heard…
The cries when I needed them too…
Now it’s too late and there’s nothing else to do…
Can’t think about doing what’s right…
Keep the door closed and locked up tight
What does God want…?
I have no clue…
I can’t be bothered by the likes of you…
Just let me live in my hoarder’s nest…
There’s nothing left, there is no rest…
I’ve failed and will never pass the test…
Besides, I tried once; I gave it my best…
The cleaning lady has come to call…
She’s heard your cry and that’s not all…
She’s come to carry out all the trash
Someone prayed for you today…
They’ve been praying all these years
They’ve cried many, many tears
For you to overcome all your fears…
The stacks of bitterness, and unforgivess and strife,
Can all be erased for the rest of your life
If you, will give God, your heart
He’ll send in His Holy Fire
With cleansing power
This very hour
The door will open and He’ll come inside
There will be no more clutter,
The door will open wide…
Standing on the seashore wanting to end it all
A still, small, voice, begins to call…
What does God want…?
He wants your heart…
Tears streaming, this cluttered heart cries out…
Lord, I’ve been blind and afraid
But right now today…I want to give my heart away
Here it is God, I’m yours now and always!
In an instant, the room of his heart, is completely emptied
Where clutter once jammed the darkened place,
Now Love and Joy and Peace
Are found…
A new song, a new sound, is sung by angel’s rejoicing…
My child’s no longer bound.
~Marla Shaw O’Neill April 3, 2018
Romans 10:8-10 New King James Version (NKJV) But what does it say? “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith which we preach): that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Fight Having Faith in God
