In the Early Hours

In the early hours of morning 
when the world is sleeping on
How my longing soul delights in 
Time I spend with God's dear Son

In these quiet peaceful moments
I can open up my heart,
and my Savior gently blesses
of His grace, I take a part

There is nothing I can't tell him:
every secret, every pain,
and he gently, kindly listens
From His presence, strength I gain

He assures me that He loves me
that there's nothing that can make
Love for me to ever weaken,
for His death was for my sake

He reminds me of His mercies,
and His constant, watchful care
Wraps His arms of love around me
Let's me know He's always there

Even when the storm clouds gather,
and the darkness blinds my sight
He is there so close beside me
in the watches of the night

When I lay my head against Him
All my burdens disappear
What a joyous revelation
That to Jesus I am dear

Friends at times will disappoint me
Loved ones will forget to call,
but my Lord is ever present
He will catch me when I fall

When in time the world awakens,
I must be about my day,
but I take my Jesus with me,
for He lights my life and way

Greater love? There is no other!
Better blessing? Not a one!
Only Jesus now and ever!
Only Jesus, God's dear Son!

Eileen Manassian Ghali
December 7, 2024
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024


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Date: 12/29/2024 6:56:00 AM
A pleasure to give another read.this should be turned into a hymn for Him. Blessings and Happy New Year.
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Date: 12/18/2024 10:32:00 AM
Your a Psalmist.
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Date: 12/14/2024 3:53:00 PM
Ah, so lovely your faith - <3
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Date: 12/14/2024 2:27:00 PM
Wonderful poem, Eileen:) He is an awesome God full of love and mercy.
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Date: 12/7/2024 7:53:00 AM
This is very soothing to read.
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/7/2024 9:32:00 PM
I'm glad. Thanks for coming back to the Soup for a bit. I miss you here, Richard.
Date: 12/7/2024 6:42:00 AM
This is lovely, Eileen, I can relate to your loving thoughts for our heavenly shepherd. I too love to spend time with him, first thing in the morning. So grateful and happy to be alive, and able to trust him. Never abandons us. Never too busy. And gives us peace of mind, no matter what our trials and tribulations are. He is compassionate, understands and treats us as individuals, and is a true lifesaver... Really appreciate this heartfelt poem. God loves poetry too... ((Warm Hugs)) Aqua M
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Aqua Marine
Date: 12/9/2024 7:41:00 AM
Yes, it is... I believe he's been "around" from the time I started being aware of his existence... Maybe 6/7 years old. My Bible story book, which I still have was the only book I read 3 times over. It fascinated me... (Warm Hugsxxx))
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/7/2024 9:33:00 PM
God has gifted us every good thing, dear. Yes. I'm sure He loves poetry as well. Much of scripture is written in poetic form. I find that only God will love unconditionally... and that's a comfort to me. I'm glad it is for you as well.
Date: 12/7/2024 1:13:00 AM
The best time of the day when the world is hushed and you're alone in prayer. Hope you're okay Eileen. Tom
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Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/7/2024 9:34:00 PM
I'm doing better. Thank you. At least the war is over for now in Lebanon.
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