Poetry, Praise and Thanksgiving: A Spiritual Journey

By Lorna Henningham

Poetry, Praise and Thanksgiving (A Spiritual Journey) was garnered through my combined life experiences, and those of persons who have molded and shaped my life spiritually, emotionally, and physically. It is also a download of inspirational thoughts within my inner being through the Holy Spirit. As you read, I hope your spirit will be ignited, your faith strengthened, and your joy overflow into spontaneous shouts of praise, and thankfulness, as you maintain a close relationship with God.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
• Release date: Feb 26, 2019
• ISBN: 9781644160770

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Poetry, Praise and Thanksgiving

A Spiritual Journey

Lorna A. Henningham

Copyright © 2018 by Lorna A. Henningham

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Table of Contents

Stride

Believe in Yourself

Unbroken

Inside Out

Don’t Lose Your Vision

Motives

Constructive Criticism

Joy

Maze

Power of the Present

Jigsaw Puzzle

Storms

True Love

Forever Bond

Fathers

Heart Talk

Portrait of Humanity

Hold on to Love

Jesus Divine

El Shaddai

Whose Name?

Blood-Stained Cross

Love in His Eyes

Characteristics of True Friends

Conscience

Apologize

Horizons

Enabled

Listen

Voices

If Walls Had Ears

Dedicated to Serve

Failure

Tainted Ego

Echoes of Nature

Fashioned by His Hands

Comfort

Bedroom Prayer

Bathroom Prayer

God Knows

Ever Present

Keep Pressing

Stand Fast

Grace

Insecurities

Statute of Limitation

Hostage

Give God a Call

Down but Not Out

Reach Within

Decree and Declare

Addicted

Go Ye Therefore

One Stone

Shut Door

Waiting for the Answer

Deep Desire

Check the Oil

Death’s Distraction

To God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, whose love, favor, grace, and mercy, afforded me the opportunity to be a blessing to others through writing. I do not take this platform lightly, and endeavor to use it for God’s glory.

Acknowledgements

Bishop Dr. Fedlyn Beason, you have not only been my spiritual father, but also stepped into the role as my second earthly father and mentor. Thanks for your advice, critique, editing, and impeccable proofreading. I could not have done the second book without your wisdom, vision, and love. From the embryonic stages to its completion, you have been instrumental. You understood my mission and guided me throughout the project. Thank you.

Mrs. Esmine Beason, you have impacted my life in very positive and profound ways, both spiritually and emotionally. Thank you for your love and prayers.

Bishop Dr. Christopher Newton, thank you for the multiple reviews, proof reading, constructive criticisms, and editing. Your professional expertise is highly appreciated.

Dr. Oral Beason, Esq., your legal counsel and advice guided me through the project. Thank you.

Family, Friends, and Church Community

Egbert Williams, Dad, thank you for being such a gentle, supportive, and caring father. The way you loved my mother, and the way you love us, gives an insight to the unfathomable nature of your heart. Thank you for being such a wonderful dad.

Late mother, Pearline Williams, I am here because of the values, love, and faith instilled in me. It’s been twenty years since your passing. Your memories live on.

Delroy my love, we did it again. None of this could have happened without you being by my side. Thanks for being blunt in your analysis, giving me great ideas, and never failing to compliment my efforts. Thanks for thirty-three wonderful years of marriage. I love you.

Orane Henningham, the apple of my eye, I love and appreciate you for being so honest and forthright. Thanks for the time and effort extended on my behalf. Son, you are indeed a blessing. I love you.

Jodi-Ann Henningham, my sunflower, you are the light of my life, and miracle. Your creative genius, impacted this project, and made it worthwhile. I will always love you.

Sandia Stewart, my daughter, thank you for allowing me into your life,