The Flood, The Flood, The Flood!
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By Bernetha F. Wise
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THE FLOOD, THE FLOOD, THE FLOOD! In memory of the flood of 2015, Columbia, SC… (my hometown) We needed Noah’s ark it seemed - the waters covered streets, homes, and deluged our city His name was Joachim, he was no gentleman - no respecter of persons, rich and poor he devastated No bridges to carry us over - no familiar store to come to any more - it didn’t rain 40 days and 40 nights But the rains came in torrents frightening those who heard its roar that night In the aftermath, boats, cars, and homes were swept away - boats and helicopters came to Rescue the people who would have perished - even though some did The flood, the flood, the flood we will never forget - the outpouring of love and help from our neighbors and friends - a friend in need is a friend indeed - oh, the stories we will have to tell Could this be a cleansing flood for the complacent? God’s Hand moved us out of our comfort zone It could have been so much worse - the prayers of the righteous avails much - God carried us through the storm Our beautiful city and state will rise up again - standing tall in the face of what had been - never Forgetting the lessons learned - keep the faith - knowing that in this God is in total control - He brings Goodness out of tragedies and storms - we are survivors because He is the One who calmed the storm and said “peace be stlll” and it was so……. Words and music: Oscar C. Eliason Got Any Rivers Chorus Got any rivers you think are uncrossable? Got any mountains you can’t tunnel through? God specializes in things impossible And does the things that others cannot do By: Bernetha F. Wise October 12, 2015 |
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Submitted: Tuesday, October 13, 2015
Last Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2015
About the Poet
I was born in Lexington County, SC. I lived in Jacksonville, Florida for many years.I recently moved back home to my home town, Columbia, SC. I have one daughter, Kimberly. I now have two brothers. One went to be with the Lord in January, 2010. My Mom went to be with the Lord, Memorial Day May 28, 2012. Among the things I am grateful for and remembering about her is my salvation. She was a strong passionate woman of God all of her life and a beautiful loving Mother. I was saved and baptized in the ocean in Rota, Spain. What an experience that was! Holy Spirit chased me and drew me to Himself, while I was alone in another country. I surrendered to the Lord, and His peace flooded my soul. It was so beautiful. I am so happy he saved me and redeemed me. I am so happy to share these poems from His heart and mine. Poetry is a release and has inspired and encouraged me and many who have read my poetry. I was blessed to write for a number of years on Crossway Publications and had over 300 poems that I wrote on the site. God has increased my gift with more beautiful poetry. In 2005 my poetic writings seemed to catch the fire of God and have a deeper meaning. I thank God for this chance to share my poetry with all. God Bless...
Other Poems by Bernetha F. Wise
- 30 Pieces of Silver
- A Christmas Dream!
- A Christmas Vision!
- A Love to Die for!
- A Masterpiece of His Grace
- A Place in You!
- A Portrait of Love!
- A small view!
- A song for Mother
- A Song of love!
- A Thrill of Hope!
- All That Matters Is Jesus!
- Angels Have a Better View!
- As I Behold Your Face!
- As I walk in the Beauty of His Grac
- At Any Moment!
- Autumn's colors!
- Because of Your Grace!
- Because You love me!
- Between Yesterday and Tomorrow!
- Beyond Valentine"s Day!
- Blessed Are You, Lord!
- Carry Me, Lord!
- Change of Season!
- Change of Season/Haiku
- Chasing the Son!
- Christmas Hope!
- Christmas Is!
- Die to Live!
- Draw on His power!
- Drink the Wine and Believe!
- Echoes in heaven!
- Faith within!
- Faithful Is Our Lord!
- Giving Thanks!
- God Is Near!
- God Is Not Playing with the Devil!
- Great Is The Lord!
- Hallelujah!
- Happy Is the One Who Has Made
- Happy New Year!
- Have a Drink!
- He Calls Me His Beloved!
- He Meets Me in the Place of Peace!
- He Pulls Back the curtain!
- He Rdes on the Wings of Power!
- He went to the Cross Alone!
- He Who Dwells in the Secret Place!
- He Wraps Me in His Arms!
- Her value is above rubies!
- His Love Has No Limits!
- His love never dies!
- His Name Will Be Called !
- Hold On!
- I have a King!
- I am Giving Thanks!
- I Believe an Angel smiled at me!
- I Give Thanks!
- I Heard a Song!
- I Heard Him call my name!
- I Know a Man!
- In Another Place and Time!
- In the Shalom of God!
- Inherit the Wind!
- January"s Song!
- Jehovah Rohi, the Mighty Shepherd!
- Jesus Is!
- Keep Turning the Page!
- Let the Light In!
- Love For MoreThan One day!
- Moments with My King!
- My Inheritance
- My Mom's poem
- My Precious Jewel!
- My soul dances!
- My Special Valentine!
- My Steps Are Ordered!
- My Wealth Is Found in Christ!
- O Lord, My Lord, How Excellent
- October, October!
- On the Wings of Faith
- One Moment in Time!
- Peace and Strength
- Planting a Seed and Watching It
- Preserving the Soul!
- Ring the Bell!
- Run!
- September by the Sea!
- September Morn!
- September's Glow!
- September, September!
- Spring
- Spring Is Coming!
- That Is Who You Are!
- The awesomeness of God!
- The Awesomeness of God!
- The beautiful Sandaled feet of Jesu
- The Bridegroom Waits for Me!
- The Butterfly enters in!
- The Christmas Star!
- The Crown of Thorns!
- The Evening Song!
- The Everlasting Light!
- The finished work of the Cross!
- The Flag Is Coming Down
- The Flood, The Flood, The Flood!
- The Giant Killer!
- The Goal Is before Me!
- The God Who Answers by Fire!
- The Great Shepherd!
- The King Who Died
- The King's Ransom!
- The Light of the cross!
- The Lord Is in His Holy Temple!
- The Lord is in His Holy Temple!
- The Night Has Passed!
- The Old Man!
- The Perfect Man!
- The Promise Keeper!
- The Queen of Hearts!
- The Road Less Traveled!
- The Shepherd's Heart!
- The Song I hear!
- The Tears of a Lion!
- The Tomb is Empty!
- The Victor Returns!
- Timing Is Everything!
- Under His Wings!
- We live Our lives as a Tale That Is
- Weapons of Praise!
- Wells!
- What Do You Dream?
- What Is!
- When His Majesty Comes into View!
- When the King Is at Your Side!
- When the Morning Stars Sang Togethe
- When the Veil Is lifted!
- Who Is This?
- You Are Glorious!
- You Are My Sweet Song!
- You Make Me Smile!
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