Autumn Changes

In autumn the leaves start changing 

to colors rich and bright,

and soon they all

will begin to fall,

creating an artistic sight.

The green that in summer was seen 

on the branches of every tree 

has now turned to gold

and reds quite bold;
this change is delightful to see.

The exquisite beauty of nature
when leaves begin to die,
as vibrant shades abound,
covering the ground,
leads us to wonder why.
Why such a glorious tribute
to what is almost past?
Crackling leaves drying
in this season of dying;
their splendor cannot last.

Changes come into each life

in what has happened before.

Though all things must end,

on God you can depend

to bring beauty to life once more.
excerpt of A Symphony of Seasons
© Connie Arnold
http://conniearnold.webs.com/books.htm

Life is Good

  

 

Life is good in spite of pain,

For sunshine follows after rain.

When life at times is filled with sorrow,

Hope arises for a brighter tomorrow.

Without the struggles in life to bear

It might be harder to be aware

Of the gracious love poured into each soul,

Strengthening, healing, making it whole.

Look for the good things in life each day

And receive the blessings directed your way.

Discover the joy and love that abound,

And the heart of God is what you have found.

Connie Arnold

 

Ups and Downs in Life

These are a few verses that I have written that have a similar theme of the opposites in life. I post these sometimes on my Inspirational Poetry Facebook page and Twitter. Please click on these links if you'd like to read more like these.

Life is a mixture of good things and bad,

pain and pleasure, being happy or sad.

Remember through all things the good Lord above

will guide and protect you, filled with great love.

 

Some days have sunshine and others have rain,

some days bring happiness, others bring pain,

some days bring sorrow like storm clouds above,

but all days are filled with God's grace and great love.

Sometimes there's peace, at others there's strife,

laughter and tears are each part of life.

At times things go right but at times may go wrong,

But love makes things better, fills your heart with a song.

© Connie Arnold

Life's Unfinished Symphony

Life is an unfinished symphony,

building and growing,

stumbling and slowing,

striving to set the right tone,

joining with others whose lives touch our life

since a symphony cannot be played alone.

With each new day the symphony continues,

quietly singing,

stridently ringing,

varying as each day goes by,

with some passages that seem ponderously lengthy

and others that joyfully, lightly fly.

Life’s symphony can be filled with beauty,

always improving,

incredibly moving,

following the Conductor’s directing,

the symphony of life, with prayerful obedience,

the Master is slowly perfecting.

© Connie Arnold

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Autumn Changes

 photo © Gary Strader

In autumn the leaves start changing

to colors rich and bright,

and soon they all

will begin to fall,

creating an artistic sight.

The green that in summer was seen

on the branches of every tree

has now turned to gold

and reds quite bold;

this change is delightful to see.

The exquisite beauty of nature

when leaves begin to die,

vibrant shades abound

and cover the ground,

making us wonder why.

Why such a glorious tribute

to what is almost past?

Crackling leaves drying

in this season of dying;

their splendor cannot last.

Changes come into each life

in what has happened before.

Though all things must end,

on God you can depend

to bring beauty to life once more.

© Connie Arnold

See beautiful nature pictures through all seasons and 

read inspiring verses on my 

Glimpses of Grace 2012 calendar

As Winter Comes to an End

 

As icicles on the branches cling,

We await the coming of spring,

When life returns to everything

With the hope that it can bring.

Although the trees are stark and bare,

And there is a nip to the icy air,

We know it soon will be time to prepare

For trees filled with buds and flowers fair.

When winter ends, it seems to me,

The lifelessness which I now see

Evolves into what soon will be

A blooming flower and budding tree.

The cycle of life once again goes by

As life that had seemed before to die

Is warmed by the sun in a bright spring sky

To trigger new growth where sleeping things lie.

Once more we too can bask in this light,

Enjoying the warmth of a day that is bright,

As renewal of life fills us with delight

That God’s plan for creation is so perfectly right!

(c) Connie Arnold

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Life is Good

Life is good

When you look for the good,

Seeking the beauty and light,

Finding a way

To brighten the day,

Trying to do what is right.

The joy life can bring

Will make your heart sing

When life is pleasant and sweet,

But when problems arise,

Take you by surprise,

They may knock you off your feet.

Life is still good

If only you could

Look past the sorrow and pain,

Lifting your eyes

As you realize

How much there is to gain.

Through the cloud of tears

As your vision clears

There is beauty for you to find,

Like the sun on your face

Feel the touch of God’s grace,

Let God’s love fill your soul and mind.

from Abundant Comfort and Grace

Peace in the Storm

© Gary Strader

When the storms of life are overhead,

filling you with a sense of dread,

like ocean waves that across you roll,

feeling like you have lost control,

hopelessness can overwhelm you

with uncertainty about what to do.

Remember the One wind and sea obey

can drive your doubt and fear away.

When facing problems in your life,

look beyond the pain and strife,

lift your eyes up from the storm

to find a place so safe and warm,

set your mind on things above

to discover peace and love.

Remember that Jesus calmed the sea,

this peace He offers to you and me.

© Connie Arnold, 2009