COME HOLY SPIRIT

 

COME HOLY SPIRIT


 

I first heard of my Savior in school

When my teacher taught the Lord's Prayer

Then Mrs. Gundill read us Bible stories

And assured us Jesus will always care

But at home His name wasn't mentioned

Unless it was taken in vain

So alone, I would sing, "Jesus Loves Me"

Finding comfort, and relief from my pain

When the Gideons gave me a small Bible

And told me that it was God's word

I read many wonderful stories of Jesus

Which never before had I heard

 

After learning of Jesus in the Gospels

I turned to the book of Acts

And reading about the Holy Spirit

I accepted it all as the facts

I wasn't raised with religion

So in doctrine I was very naive

I just read my little Bible

And all that I read, I'd believe

I wanted to be like the apostles

To bring glory to the Father above

As I expectantly prayed, "Come Holy Spirit"

I felt bathed in a warm, liquid love

 

There are so many gifts of the Spirit

I was confused by all those I read

I wasn't sure which ones I really needed

So I asked for His wisdom instead

The longer I walk in His Spirit

The more insight He gives so I'll see

That my life really does have a purpose

He'll use the weapons that were formed against me

Yes, all I experienced in and since childhood

Which caused so much turmoil and strife

In His hands are now powerful tools

Bringing others into His peace and new life

 

Spiritual gifts are still here when we need them

Yes, He works through His body today

As His church we need to be humble

And willing  to accept and obey

Yet we must always keep our perspective

Realizing the gifts play only a part

Jesus looks for the lasting fruits of the spirit

And true changes within the heart

So as we grow in His strength and wisdom

Bringing glory to the Father above

We come to the knowledge and understanding

That His greatest power and gift is His love

 

 

 (c) Ellen Hammond

Reviews

[Anita B Jacques]

My dear friend, thank you for your gift, I can rejoice with you, your are in our Lord's hands, The Holy Spirit speaks to us with your poems. God See's all and knows all. Faith is a Grace, a gift from the Holy Spirit, who creates in our heart's an attraction to God. I AM means God is always here. I could read your poems on and on, always too short. Again thank you for sharing with your awesome gift. God Bless you my friend.

[Sunflower/Sara Kendrick]

Very great work giving your testimony of faith..Enjoyed reading this eve..I am so glad that I chose this one to read today..Sunflower..

[Andy Ruffett]

I love this poem. I still need to read the bible. I believe, as you do now, once I do, many things will become clear to me. I've always been very optimistic about God in the after life. Very curious, as we all are I assume. Well, most of us.

Favourite line:

"He'll use the weapons that were formed against me"

[emmajoy]

Such beautiful faith, such wonderful words. What more to say but thank you a thousand for sharing the deep trust and love of our Lord in your heart and head.

[:)]

Ellen I'm so glad I came across this. You are such a strong remarkable woman to me. To have such faith and belief despite so much suffering is truly an inspiration and I kindly smile on the fact that I get the pleasure of being inspired by you!

Thanks for being so beautiful :)

[Gone]

WOW! nice to read something modern and balanced about the Holy Spirit. Lately there seems to be too much focus on his works rather than His fruit. I enjoyed reading this very much. It's like a breath of fresh air!

[cfix]

Wow All I can really say is Amen!
This is so amazing, so inspirational.
I really enjoyed this alot!

[An owl on the moon]

You share your personal story and struggle so honestly... and around you from the beginning was the Spirit, guiding your steps and inspiring your heart. Your words give one pause to offer thanksgiving and praise!

[Tate Morgan]

It is so nice to see you have the love of god You have been so good to me I hope you are feeling better for the holidays

[Rick Puetter]

Dear Ellen,

This is a wonderful, emotional, spiritual write. Very well put together and very inspiring. One can feel the deep emotion of your spirit in this write. Quite impressive.

Very much enjoyed. High marks.

Best regards,

Rick