Tag Archives: Praise

Broke My Wrist – Wrist Has Healed – Good Doctors and Physical Therapist Did Good Work – God Blessed – My Wrist Is Back in Service –

Posted on December 24, 2015 by Carol Ann Ritchey

I heard the bone break. I refused to believe it for about 24 hours. After all, I could move it a little without pain, so I thought it must not be broken, even though the swelling, bruising, and hand drooping … Continue reading →

Posted in Healing, Memoir | Tagged blessing, broken wrist, Calvary, Cast, Doctors, Healed, Healed Wrist, Healing Process, Jesus, No Pain, Physical Therapist, Praise | 10 Comments

When My Faith is Weak – When I Should Trust but Don’t – I Call on You – Strong One – You Show Me – I Praise You – My LORD – My Savior – My God –

Posted on August 9, 2015 by Carol Ann Ritchey

When my future seems in jeopardy – When my heart flutters without rest – I call on You – LORD – Strong One – And You rescue me from doubt – You show me the way out – It was there all the time – … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Verses, Poetry | Tagged Christ, Doubt, Faith, God, Jeopardy, Jesus, Lord, Praise, Rescue, Savior, Strong One, Trust, Way Out, Weak Faith, Weakness | 2 Comments

Jesus – Our Savior – Our Lord – Gives Us beauty for Ashes – Joy for Mourning – Praise for the Spirit of Heaviness – Calls Us Trees of Righteousness – The Planting of the Lord – That He Might Be Glorified –

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Carol Ann Ritchey

Look at the fields – they are ready to harvest – Is that what I should see – I don’t know – Maybe so – Lord – You give us beauty for ashes – Joy for mourning – Praise for the spirit of … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Verses, Poetry | Tagged beauty for ashes, Brokenhearted, Carol Ann Hoel, Comfort, Father, garment of praise, Gift, Grief, Harvest, Joy, Mourning, Praise, Righteousness, too much sorrow, Trees of Righteousness | 5 Comments

Praise – Praise the Lord – He Raises Up the Poor Out of the Dust – He Lifts Up the Needy – He Makes the Barren Woman a Joyful Mother of Children – Psalm 113 –

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Carol Ann Ritchey

Praise ye the Lord. Praise, O ye servants of the Lord, praise the name of the Lord. Blessed be the name of the Lord from this time forth and for evermore. From the rising of the sun unto the going down of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Verses, Thought | Tagged Barren woman, Blessed be the Name of the Lord, Christian, God is good, Jesus, Joyful mother, Keep house, Lifts up the Needy, mother of children, Needy, Poor, Praise, Praise the LORD, Psalm 113, Raises up the Poor | 6 Comments

HAPPY THANKSGIVING – Praise to Our God for Family – Friends – and Bountiful Provision – Blessings to All –

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Carol Ann Ritchey

Psalm 147:7-12 – The Bible (KJV) – Sing unto the Lord with thanksgiving; sing praise upon the harp unto our God: Who covereth the heaven with clouds, who prepareth rain for the earth, who maketh grass to grow upon the … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Verses | Tagged Bountiful Provision, Family, Food, Friends, Praise, Praise to God, Provision, Sing Praise, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, turkey | 4 Comments

A New Song – Psalm 40:1-3 – Praise to Our God –

Posted on May 12, 2014 by Carol Ann Ritchey

Psalm 40:1-3 – The Bible – (KJV) – I waited patiently for the Lord; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Verses | Tagged Bible Verse, Christian, God Hears Prayer, God is good, horrible pit, Jesus, Lord Jesus, New Song, Praise, Praise in Song, Praise to God, Psalm 40, Song, Wait Patiently, Waiting | 2 Comments

The Lord is Gracious and Righteous – Our God Is Full of Compassion –

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Carol Ann Ritchey

Psalm 116 – The Bible – (NIV) I love the Lord, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy. Because he turned his ear to me, I will call on him as long as I live. The cords of death entangled me, the anguish of the grave … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Verses | Tagged call on the name of the Lord, Compassion, Death, Distress, God, Goodness, Goodness of God, Grace, gracious, Grave, Lord, Our God, Praise, Psalm 116, Salvation | Leave a comment

God Is Good – His Love Endures Forever

Posted on November 17, 2013 by Carol Ann Ritchey

Psalm 103:106 – The Bible (KJV) – Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy … Continue reading →

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Righteous – What about My Flawed Performance –

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Carol Ann Ritchey

I am the righteousness of God – in Christ – So says the Word of God – but how – How can it be with Flawed – imperfect me – God is merciful and He is just – His mercy … Continue reading →

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Returning to Life Again after Widowhood

Posted on July 12, 2013 by Carol Ann Ritchey

My life has changed. I am married to Steve, a gentle and compassionate man. He lives in Arizona, and I have moved from Dallas into his home. He helped me move. Now that is kindness. What a project! Another astonishing … Continue reading →

Posted in Memoir | Tagged beauty for ashes, blessing, Carol Ann Hoel, Change, Computer, garment of praise, Garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness, God, Good Times, Jesus, Life change, Life has changed, Lord, Lord Jesus, Marriage, Married, Mourning, Moved, name, name change, Oil of Joy, oil of joy for mourning, Praise, Promise, Savior, Sorrow, Widow, Widowhood | 21 Comments

Psalms 34 (The Bible – KJV)

Posted on July 7, 2012 by Carol Ann Ritchey

I will bless the Lord at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul shall make her boast in the Lord: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad. O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name … Continue reading →

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Jesus Stays

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Carol Ann Ritchey

Trouble comes and trouble goes – Jesus stays – Jesus knows – No matter what seems to be – Jesus – LORD – cares for me – I praise You – LORD Jehovah Jireh – Jehovah Rapha Jehovah Jireh – … Continue reading →

Posted in Alzheimer's, Bible Verses, Poetry | Tagged By His Stripes, Cares, Eternal, Eternally, Eternity, God Reigns, Healed, Healing, Heals me, In Heaven, Jehovah Jireh, Jehovah Rapha, Jesus, Jesus knows, Jesus Reigns, Jesus stays, Lord, Lord Jesus, No Matter What Seems to Be, On Earth, Praise, Sickness, Triumphant, Triumphantly, Trouble, Trouble Comes, Trouble goes | 20 Comments

I Thank You – LORD

Posted on March 25, 2012 by Carol Ann Ritchey

For young green leaves on trees Outside my window – I thank You – For coffee – and a donut – I praise your loving kindness – LORD – For my hubby – thank You – I see how much … Continue reading →

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Sometimes I Forget My Flesh Is There

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Carol Ann Ritchey

LORD – I struggled with her yesterday – I was cranky for no good reason – Sometimes I forget my flesh is there – But You reveal my adversary to me – Oft she may assert herself – Though I … Continue reading →

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I Look Back – You Were There

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Carol Ann Ritchey

I look back – You were there – I look forward – I expect You – LORD, my God – You will show Yourself mighty – You will be Present with me – You will never Leave me alone … Continue reading →

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Let the Light of Your Face Shine On Us

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Carol Ann Ritchey

Psalm 4:5-8 – The Bible (NIV) – Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the LORD. Many, LORD, are asking, “Who will bring us prosperity?” Let the light of your face shine on us. Fill my heart with joy when … Continue reading →

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There is None Like You – Almighty God

Posted on June 4, 2011 by Carol Ann Ritchey

The ones I love have fallen – There’s no one to rescue But You – Oh LORD my God – Turn their hearts to You – Cause them to see – To hate lies – Open eyes – Show them … Continue reading →

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Thank You LORD for Unwavering Love

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Carol Ann Ritchey

Thank you LORD for your gentleness In the presence of my harshness For your grace to cover my lawless Self-centeredness Thank you for new beginnings LORD Each blessing you give – each tear You wipe from my eyes praises … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Verses, Poetry | Tagged blessing, Cover Lawless Self-Centered, Gentleness, Grace, Harshness, Lord, New Beginnings, Praise, Tear, Tear from Eyes, Thank you, Thank You Lord, Unwavering Love | 27 Comments

Thank You LORD For Sanctuary

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Carol Ann Ritchey

Thank you LORD for this season of time This resting place – this interval Of grace – this refuge You set For us – this quiet nest – this Sanctuary – this recess to reflect To recoup – recharge – … Continue reading →

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Find Hope and a Future

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Carol Ann Ritchey

LORD JEHOVAH NISSI Mighty in battle Rich in mercy Your fame fills the earth All who slander your name How foolish are they We wait for your salvation Faithful Redeemer Mighty warrior You stand ready to save All who call … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Verses, Poetry | Tagged Battle, Confused, Faithful, Flocks, Future, God, Hope, Humble Proud, Jehovah Nissi, Jesus, Lord, Mercy, Might in Battle, Praise, Praises, Redeemer, Salvation, Save, Truth, Warrior | 18 Comments