Spiritual Latte: Meditation, Poetry, and Hymns to Jump-Start the Day

By Shelby Holmes

Spiritual Latte: Meditation, Poetry, and Hymns to Jump-Start the Day shares the inspired work of a minister and poet, Shelby Holmes. He draws upon the model of prayer he saw his own father follow, his years of experience in beginning his days in prayer for God to bless his family, and his insights from study and ministry.

Holmes considers the ability to worship God as the most vital part of our growth in knowing our Savior. It is the quintessential driving force to spiritual success against the forces of darkness. The desire to worship God in prayer, song, and spoken word has been his greatest testimony. In this book, he shares some of his most powerful prayers, words of wisdom, and songs from the throne room of God. The push is to pierce the hearts of his readers to share their gifts and talents and to evoke change in the world. He prays that each word will be useful to your life, family, and maturity in Christ.

If you find yourself yearning to grow in your faith and to know more about the Savior, then Spiritual Latte: Meditation, Poetry, and Hymns to Jump-Start the Day will help you approach God with an upraised cup ready for the filling and a thirst for drinking what He pours out for you.

• Language: English
• Publisher: iUniverse
• Release date: Sep 21, 2015
• ISBN: 9781491777206

Shelby Holmes

Reverend Shelby Holmes, an inspirational poet, playwright, radio spokesperson, author, and preacher, earned his bachelor’s degree from Governors State University and his master’s degree from Dallas Baptist University. Formerly an associate minister of a Baptist church in Dallas, he and his wife and daughter live in the Midwest.

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SPIRITUAL LATTE

Meditation, Poetry, and Hymns to Jump-Start the Day

Shelby Holmes

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SPIRITUAL LATTE

MEDITATION, POETRY, AND HYMNS TO JUMP-START THE DAY

Copyright © 2015 Shelby Holmes.

Editor: Donna Currie

All rights reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced by any means, graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, taping or by any information storage retrieval system without the written permission of the author except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles and reviews.

Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2007 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

Scripture quotations marked KJV are from the Holy Bible, King James Version (Authorized Version). First published in 1611. Quoted from the KJV Classic Reference Bible, Copyright © 1983 by The Zondervan Corporation.

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Library of Congress Control Number: 2015915092

iUniverse rev. date: 09/18/2015

CONTENTS

Introduction

Sinner’s Prayer

God’s Favor

Agent of Change

Authority

Sustainablity

Restoration

Patience

Miracles

Burdens

Guidance

Protection

Belief

Total Submission

Speak Blessings

Prayer of Adoration

New Season

Trust

Service

The Bridegroom Commeth

Communion

My Help

Provider

Tithing

My Strong Tower

Purpose

God! Leave the Light On for Me!

Humility

Adversity

Presence

God’s Righteousness

Preparation

Selfish Desires

Endurance

Blessings

Increase

Fresh Anointing

Dependence

Battle Weary

Instrument

Destroying Generational Curses Against Our Children

Treasures

The King’s Table

Persecution

Sheild of Protection

Reverence

Prayer for Our Children

Trials

Pure Heart

Obedience

Healing

Kingdom Training

Restore Me

Worship

Comfort

Declaration

Procrasination

Persistence

Promise

Speak Life

Family & Friends

Body of Believers

Holy Is Your Name Lord

Righteous Mind

Alpha & Omega

Forgiveness

Daily Needs

Meditation

Breaking of Day

Overflow

Expectation

Faith

Victorious

Wisdom

Repentance

Message from the Author

Appendix

Shawn and Nina

I dedicate this book to my beautiful wife and daughter. I am grateful everyday for my support system. I believe a loving wife, friend and companion comes once in a lifetime. I was blessed to be the recipient of the most dedicated, loyal and loving wife in the world.

Testimony

I am a testimony of the power in healing and prayer with Reverend Shelby Holmes. This past year has been a great health challenge. Reverend Shelby Holmes prayed with me consistently which I attribute to my successful healing process. I cannot say enough about how grateful I am that Reverend Holmes continues to take the time to pray with me.

I am blessed.

Dr. Denise Piombo

Preface

The ability to worship God is the most vital part of our growth in knowing our Savior. It is the quintessential driving force to spiritual success against the forces of darkness. The desire to worship God in prayer, song and inspirational message has been my greatest testimony. In this book, I would like to share some the most powerful prayers, songs and wisdom from the throne room of God. I pray that each word will be beneficial to your life, family and maturity in Christ.

Now come and drink of this cup

INTRODUCTION

One of my greatest testimonies has come from my ability to effectively pray in the morning. I have found that the best way to start my day is in prayer with my father in Heaven. Through great trials and tribulations, the struggles to live for Christ have been effective through obedience and prayer. I’ve learned that inviting God at the beginning of my day gives me the advantage of fulfilling my daily purpose.

As a proud husband for over twenty years and a father, the act of prayer plays a prominent role in my life. It is prayer that covers my household and family each day. I was licensed as a Baptist minister in 2003, in Dallas Texas. I hold a Master of Liberal Arts degree, including a variety of ministry, Biblical and leadership courses from Dallas Baptist University. I have written several Christian articles. I have been featured on several local radio stations, where I shared my devotions and prayers with listeners.

My journey has proven that prayer is one of the most powerful tools available to man. As a child, I remember my Dad getting up each morning, indulging in his daily cup of coffee. He sought God early each morning, talked with my Mom, took care of his family, and then focused on reaching his goal for that day. Witnessing this daily pattern helped to teach me how to set aside time for God. Every morning, I rise up, kneel at the altar, and chat with God to get my morning rejuvenation and direction.

This prayer book will take you through the journey and experiences I’ve had with my Father in Heaven. It will assist you