Awesome love
AWESOME LOVE
By BERNARD LEVINE
For more than 30 years, Bernard Levine
has written the romantic and
inspirational words
published in Greeting Cards
and Posters, sold both locally and
internationally. Bernard's words are
collected, hung on walls and pasted
into scrap-books by an appreciative
audience.
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Give this book
as a gift
to that special someone
in your life
Worldwide Copyright has been registered
over all verse written by Bernard Levine.
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With My Deep Appreciation
To my wife, Chrissie …
‘Thank You’ for all your support, your love and kindness.
To my daughter, Shana …
I am very grateful to have a wonderful daughter like you.
To Karla Bullock …
Thank you for doing the typesetting and layout of my book.
To Whiskers (Wikkie)…
You are such a precious beautiful cat.
Sincerely from the heart
Bernard Levine
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A BEAUTIFUL GIFT
FOR GOD
By BERNARD LEVINE
When you sacrifice something
to give to the needy
When you teach a child
how to pray
When you go out of your way
to help a stranger
It's a beautiful gift for God.
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When you speak God's Words
and bring light on the world
When you heal the heart
of the suffering
When you show kindness
to those hurting
How wonderful and precious
that moment is.
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When you bring hope
into someone's life
When you bless the poor
with your love
When you make God
your number 1
You bring joy into heaven
© Bernard Levine
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A HEART FOR HUMANITY
By BERNARD LEVINE
To be a blessing to people
as you bring hope into their lives
To strengthen the heart
as you speak words of love
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To walk in peace showing
kindness everywhere
Creating joy and harmony
in the minds of God’s children
To have a heart
for humanity
overflowing
with abundant charity
reaching out
with ardent spontaneity
always.
(c) Bernard Levine
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A NEW WORLD
By BERNARD LEVINE
There’s a paradise more beautiful
than you’ve ever seen
with wonders and miracles
true riches and blessings
and peace so evergreen
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There’s a wonderful new tomorrow
with Jesus by your side
giving His love and dear friendship
with arms open wide
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There’s a new world so special
for you and for me
where joy is overflowing
with kindness tenderly
Thank you
precious Lord Jesus.
© Bernard Levine
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A THANKFUL HEART
By BERNARD LEVINE
In the heart of every baby
you’ll find
the beautiful love of God
In the sparkle
of every shining star
is the brilliance
of God’s genius
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In every drop
of precious water
is the immeasurable
kindness of God
When you touch
the texture of a leaf
you feel the gentleness of God
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It’s a wonderful privilege
to love God and say thank you
There’s a very special feeling
you get inside
when you care for
and look after God’s creation
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It’s so rich and so meaningful
to be living
each day to please God
Giving God gratitude
brings more miracles
into your life.
© Bernard Levine
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A WORLD OF MIRACLES
By BERNARD LEVINE
Every moment is so precious
Every day is a golden blessing
Every baby is a huge miracle
Every flower
is a beautiful gift of love.
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The world
of nature is so priceless
Every creature is so special
The sky
is a magnificent work of art.
Make time today
to thank God
for all His awesome wonders!
© Bernard Levine
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BE By BERNARD LEVINE
Be a friend to the lonely
Be kind with your words
Be faithful in your dealings
Be true in your love
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Be brave in misfortune
Be humble in self-esteem
Be generous to the needy
Be gentle to those hurt
Be alert for opportunity
Be determined to succeed
Be helpful to humanity
Be useful with your life.
© Bernard Levine
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BLESS SOMEONE TODAY
By BERNARD LEVINE
Bless someone today
with words of kindness
Do something nice
for a friend
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Sow seeds
of encouragement
into a stranger's heart
Tell your loved ones
you greatly adore them
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Make someone's day
precious and beautiful
Give God praise
for His greatness
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Strengthen your companion
with fruits of joy
Add faith
to your neighbor’s life
Bless someone today
and remember
Jesus loves you.
© Bernard Levine
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GIVE GOD JOY
By BERNARD LEVINE
The most beautiful eyes
in the universe
watches over us
with passionate love
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The most powerful hands
that there is
protects us
with awesome
strength and care
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The kindest heart
you will ever find
flows with boundless grace
and forgiveness
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There’s so much
tenderness
in God’s Spirit
There’s so much giving
in God’s nature
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When we look
for a true friend,
God’s compassion
is always there for us
When we need deliverance,
God’s help is so mighty
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The most valuable treasure
in the whole world
is that Jesus loves you
Give God joy
in praise and appreciation
for all His wonderful gifts.
© Bernard Levine
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GOD CARES DEEPLY
ABOUT YOU
By BERNARD LEVINE
Whatever trouble
you might
be facing in your life
Whatever storm clouds
are on the horizon
Whatever roadblocks
are standing in your way
God cares
deeply about you.
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If you’re looking
for true victory
in your life
then give
your love to Jesus
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Faster than lightening
can strike
and quicker than a wheel
can turn
God will move
in a miraculous way
to create
wonderful miracles for you!
© Bernard Levine
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SECRETS OF
HAPPINESS
By BERNARD LEVINE
Kindness is the most
beautiful jewel in the world.
Love means
having consideration
for each other.
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The seeds you sow today
will be your fruit
of tomorrow.
Fill your day
with prayer
and your life
with blessings
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Happiness is
Contentment
from within.
Find a dream
to follow
that will
stimulate your mind.
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Make laughter
your partner
through life.
Be prepared to fight
for what you want
or believe in.
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Remember –
every day
is a new beginning.
© Bernard Levine
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GOD IS SO AMAZING
By BERNARD LEVINE
Every petal's fragrance
is the beauty
of God's love
Every life
is the breath
of God's tenderness
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Every seed
is the miracle
of God's grace
Every day
is a gift
of God's kindness
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Every blade of grass
is a wonder
of God's hands
Every drop of water
is a blessing
from God's heart
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Every grain of sand
is a marvel
of God's genius
Everywhere
nature sings
praises to God's glory
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Take time each day
to thank God
for even
the smallest things
He has given you
and you
will find true joy.
© Bernard Levine
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GOD IS YOUR PARTNER
By BERNARD LEVINE
All David had
was just 5 stones and a sling
and God gave him the victory
All the boy had
was only 5 loaves and 2 fishes
and God used this to feed 5000
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All Moses could speak
was with a stuttering tongue
and God chose him
to free his people
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God can use
whatever you may
have
When you pray
with all your heart
your prayers become miracles
45
When you sow seeds of praise
your love for God
will be greatly rewarded
When you make God
your priority
your life
will have deep fulfillment
© Bernard Levine
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I SEE GOD
By BERNARD LEVINE
I see God
In the patterns
on butterfly wings
Lighting
the lamps in the skies
Kissing a new-born child
‘I love you’
Anointing a doctor’s hands.
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I see God
smiling
as we praise and worship Him
Sending
us daily miracles and blessings
Preparing
a special place
for us in paradise.
Working His wonders
for us to behold all over.
(c) Bernard Levine
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IT’S YOUR TIME
FOR A MIGHTY BREAKTHROUGH
By BERNARD LEVINE
Things might look impossible to you
but God's power
is greater than you can imagine
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God has no limits
God will do more for you
than you could ever ask or think
No person or obstacle
can stand against God
It's not up to the world
to decide on your success
It's up to God
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Don't give up on your faith
Don't be discouraged
Keep believing
and going forward
Keep your eyes on the prize
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You don't know
the wonderful things
God has waiting for you
around the corner
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God will bring the right people
to cross your path
God will take you
to a new higher level
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Let God's Word
repair your hurt and self-image
Make God your best friend
Praise God
with your whole heart
and you will see
how much
God will richly reward you.
© Bernard Levine
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JESUS LOVES YOU
By BERNARD LEVINE
You are a child of God
Surround yourself
with things
that make you happy
Seek out people
who uplift and encourage you
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Live in harmony
with the gifts of nature
Find 3 things
to thank God for each day.
Give the world kindness
and watch miracles begin
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Deliver love
and watch hearts glow
Change someone’s life
with the power of prayer
Celebrate God’s goodness
with an adoring heart.
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Sing joyfully
to the God who loves you
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Follow your heart
and be true to yourself
Let your life
become
a beautiful gift to God
Passionately praise Jesus.
© Bernard Levine
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LIVING FOR JESUS
By BERNARD LEVINE
Put God’s Word first
and there will be
wonderful victories ahead.
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Find a way to serve others
and you will be fulfilled.
Live your life
without hurting
or destroying.
Let kindness be a part
of your every gesture.
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Fill your day with prayer
and your life with blessings.
Live in harmony
with your surroundings.
Whatever you are doing –
do it with love.
© Bernard Levine
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LIVING IN THE PRESENCE
OF ALMIGHTY GOD
By BERNARD LEVINE
Walk in peace
showing kindness
everywhere.
Thank God
for all His blessings
you are receiving today.
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Be gentle with yourself –
take time to relax.
Control your attitude
and your emotions.
Live your life
enthusiastically.
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Never under-estimate
the power of a seed of love
planted into another’s life.
God’s help
is always there for you…
all you have to do is ask.
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Your life
will never be the same
when you adore God
with all your heart.
© Bernard Levine
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LOOK TO JESUS
FOR YOUR VICTORY
By BERNARD LEVINE
When your heart is broken
When your world
is tumbling down
Whatever
you are going through
I want you to know
God will deliver you
and everything
is going to be all right
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Your path
may seem unclear right now
but soon you will see
that God’s mighty power
will let you
have your victory
So praise Him in the storm
Praise Him in the trial
Live one day at a time
and the miracle
you so long for
will suddenly come to be!
(c) Bernard Levine
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LOVE
CAN MAKE
A DIFFERENCE
By BERNARD LEVINE
Just one hug
can touch someone’s heart
Just one smile
can change someone's day
Just one flower
can show you care
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Just one kindness
can light the way
Just one compliment
can bring happiness
Just one prayer
can create a miracle
Your love can make a difference.
(C) Bernard Levine
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MAKE GOD
YOUR TREASURE
By BERNARD LEVINE
When you love God’s animals
showing kindness and care
God feels
your warmth and adoration.
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When you reach out
to help someone who is hurting
God applauds gratefully.
When you praise God
with sincerity
and deep devotion
the purity of your love
blesses God’s heart.
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Every word spoken
with respect and honor
becomes a garden
of fragrance and beauty.
All the love you give to God
brings reward
of blessings beyond measure.
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Take time everyday
to make God your treasure
and love Him so deeply
God is everything you need.
© Bernard Levine
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MAKE YOUR LIFE
A GIFT TO GOD
By BERNARD LEVINE
Pray to God
for guidance and direction
thanking Him greatly
for His wonderful love.
Remember –
every breath is a miracle
and every day is a precious gift.
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Be of service.
Keep doing things for others
without counting the cost.
Keep your attitude positive
and your health in fine trim.
Let God go before you
in everything you do.
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Look for ways
to create happiness
for your loved ones.
Send someone a message
that they really matter.
Walk through life
always with a song.
© Bernard Levine
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MY PRAYER FOR YOU
By BERNARD LEVINE
Let
the beautiful love of Jesus
bring joy to your day
the hope of Jesus
fill you with peace
the truth of Jesus
give you new light
the miracles of Jesus
bless you.
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Let
the kindness of Jesus
touch your heart
the promises of Jesus
give you new breath
the teachings of Jesus
feed your soul
the power of Jesus
strengthen you.
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Let
the grace of Jesus
heal your mind
the warmth of Jesus
encourage you
the help of Jesus
fulfill your needs
and bring you closer to Him.
© Bernard Levine
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MY PRECIOUS CHILD
By BERNARD LEVINE
My Precious Child
In My eyes
you are
an exceptional treasure
so unique
I have a very special purpose
which I want you to fulfill
Love Me
and follow My ways
I will reward you
so abundantly
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Walk in peace
showing kindness
everywhere
Believe
in My words and My promises
I will always be there for you
Talk to Me often –
I love to hear your voice
Remember that My strength
is only a whisper away
I love You!
Your Father
GOD
© Bernard Levine
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PRAYER
By BERNARD LEVINE
There is no greater joy
than loving God in prayer
There are no riches
more rewarding
than the eternal treasures
you’ll receive
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Prayer brings powerful help
into your life
Prayer
changes circumstances
What a wonderful privilege
we have
to give our heart
to our Father in prayer.
© Bernard Levine
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PRECIOUS
By BERNARD LEVINE
If you ever need
a helping hand in this world
If ever you need
someone to understand
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I'm the one who loves you
I’m the one who cares
If you ever need
a friend
just know
I am here!
JESUS
© Bernard Levine
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PRECIOUS JESUS
By BERNARD LEVINE
Whenever you're needing help
and don't know what to do
Give your heart to Jesus
He will help you
make it through
You can always
depend on Jesus
His power is Almighty
You will see amazing miracles
coming true just for you!
© Bernard Levine
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SECRETS OF EXCELLENCE
By BERNARD LEVINE
Be true to yourself…
become who you want to be.
Follow your heart
to the path of greatness
that lies within you.
Focus your time and energy
on your daily priorities.
Put God’s Word first
and there will be
wonderful victories ahead.
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Find a way to serve others
and you will be fulfilled.
Thank God for all His blessings
you are receiving today.
Look for ways
to create
happiness for yourself
and for your loved ones.
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Protect your heart
with all diligence,
for out of it
flow the issues of life.
Make God
your first choice
when you call for help.
Dream big dreams.
(c) Bernard Levine
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SECRETS OF LIVING
By BERNARD LEVINE
Don’t look
at how big your problem is....
look at how big God is.
A big secret of life
is to always have something
to look forward to tomorrow.
Love is kindness –
loving is giving
with all your heart.
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Saturate yourself
with the Word of God
and you will have
wonderful victories.
Make time everyday
to separate yourself
away from the world
to love God.
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Be committed
to your major goal
with singleness of purpose.
Feed your mind daily
with
good positive healthy energy.
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Always have a dream
to excite you
and make plans
on how
you are going to achieve it.
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Be a blessing to people
by contributing
and making a difference
to the world around you.
© Bernard Levine
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SECRETS OF LOVE
By BERNARD LEVINE
Make your loved one
feel special everyday.
Do not allow your lives
to become routine –
prepare lots
of different activities
to enjoy.
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Never
take your loved one
for granted.
Keep your love
forever precious,
sacred and beautiful.
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What you put
into your love
is what
you will get
out of your love.
Enrich
your lives with prayer.
Always
be your partners
best friend.
© Bernard Levine
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STRANGERS, ORPHANS
AND WIDOWS
By BERNARD LEVINE
When the widow
needed some food
she had to first
give the flour
and oil that she had
then God did a mighty miracle.
When Jesus was asked
to feed 5000 people
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a young boy
had to first bring
his 5 loaves and 2 fishes
then God
performed a mighty miracle.
God is greatly moved
by your faith
and the sowing of your seed
First be a doer of the Word
and fulfill your part
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Give money
to strangers,
orphans and widows
and you will have
guaranteed success.
When you obey Psalm 41
and your heart
is filled with God's love
you will experience
mighty miracles
and abundant blessings.
© Bernard Levine
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THANK YOU JESUS
By BERNARD LEVINE
There’s no other friend
so true
and so faithful
There’s no other love
so precious, so dear
There's no other joy
so rich and fulfilling
There’s no other grace
so kind and so rare
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There’s no other one
who has done
more for the world
than Jesus.
© Bernard Levine
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THE BEAUTY OF GOD'S LOVE
By BERNARD LEVINE
God is amazing
He chooses
every baby's DNA
and blood type
He puts every star
in place to float in the sky
He creates
every fingerprint
with a rare design
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He makes an egg
to burst open with life.
God is great
He selects
all the love-songs
for every bird to sing
He makes
broken bones mend
He gives every flower
its specific perfume
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He cares for seeds
and they turn to fruit.
God is awesome
He tells the seasons
when to change
He gives us air
so we can breathe
He feeds
multitudes
of living organisms
on our planet
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He waters
fields of green carpets
with morning dew.
Every leaf
is a marvel of God's genius
Every baby
is filled with God's love
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There is nothing
in this world
more precious
than
the beautiful
kindness of God.
© Bernard Levine
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THE GIFT OF LOVE
By BERNARD LEVINE
To put smiles
on children's faces
To thank God
for what He has given you
To let someone know
you really love them
To give light to a lost soul
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You were born
to move mountains
To heal people's lives
with kind words
To rise up
and bring faith
to a broken heart
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It's the little things
you do that please God
Through prayer
and with God's help
You will change lives
with the gift of love.
© Bernard Levine
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THE GREATNESS OF JESUS
By BERNARD LEVINE
The most influential life
ever to have lived on this earth
The greatest love
this world has known
The central fulfillment
of hundreds of Bible prophecies
The leading key figure
of humanity
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Jesus is unique
He walked on water
He raised the dead
He opened blind eyes
He brought us eternal life
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Only through His blood
can we be pardoned
Only through His name
can we receive God’s power
Only through His life
can we find victory
Lord Jesus
We love and worship you.
© Bernard Levine
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THE POWER OF GOD
By BERNARD LEVINE
God supplied manna
from heaven
everyday for forty years
God made Lazarus come alive
God changed David
from a shepherd to a king
God burst open
the prison gates for Paul.
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God set the sun back
ten degrees
for Hezekiah
God let 3,000,000 slaves
go free for Moses
God fed 5000
when Jesus gave thanks
God took Enoch to paradise.
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God turns a seed
into a gigantic tree
God breathes life
into the lungs of a child
God knows the language
of all creatures
God sees everything always.
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Almighty God
is sovereign,
majestic and supreme
The angels surrounding Him
behold His glorious splendor
There is no enjoyment greater
than praising Him, our King
Almighty God our Authority.
© Bernard Levine
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THERE'S ONLY JESUS
By BERNARD LEVINE
If you're looking
for supernatural help
with miracles and blessings
If you're looking
for kindness overflowing
and the truest friend
you'll ever find
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If you're looking
for real happiness
and the greatest love there is
There's only Jesus
Through Him, God gives all.
© Bernard Levine
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THINKING OF YOU TODAY
By BERNARD LEVINE
I am thinking of you today
and I want you to know
that no matter
what your situation is
God’s help is so mighty
Keep your eyes
on His awesome power
and your heart focused
on His never-ending love
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Ask God
to open the door
that is closed
to make the way
clear for you
His strength
is beyond
our understanding
His ways
are so miraculous
and complete
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God deeply loves you
and your victory
is just
around the corner!
(c) Bernard Levine
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TO GOD BE THE GLORY
By BERNARD LEVINE
To have a deep hunger
for God
and love Him as much as we can
To delight ourselves
in the study of His Word
To put Jesus first
in our lives
and worship God
with praise and joy
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To humble ourselves
before His throne
and give to God
the highest honor,
respect and glory
Always.
© Bernard Levine
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WALKING
IN THE POWER OF GOD
By BERNARD LEVINE
The Bible is the only book
where the Author
is present every time we read it!
Faith is like electricity…
it is there all the time
and its force and power work!
When you pray,
God sends angels.
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Get out of begging
and into
the praising position.
You need God’s Word
every day to feed you.
Keep your eyes on God’s power
and your heart
on His love.
God searches our hearts
to see just how much
we really love Him!
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Remember…
God’s mighty power
is only a prayer away!
© Bernard Levine
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WE ARE SO BLESSED
By BERNARD LEVINE
God gives you
His angels to protect you
God gives you
His love to please you
God gives you
His Spirit to help you
God gives you
His Word to guide you
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God gives you
His Son to save you
God gives you
His miracle of life
God's love
is so amazing!
(C) Bernard Levine
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WONDERFUL GOD
By BERNARD LEVINE
God will make
your dreams come true
and fill your life
with gladness
God will lift your heart
so high
with His loving kindness
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God will bless your days
with miracles and wonders
God will provide
your every need
with rich abundance
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God will open doors for you
and bring you great success
God will do mighty things for you
when you show you love Him.
© Bernard Levine
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YOU ARE SO PRECIOUS
By BERNARD LEVINE
If you could feel
the presence of God
If you could see God’s kindness
all over in every place
If you could know
the strength of His power
If you could sense
the depth of His love
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You will begin to realize
how precious you are to God
He is always there for you
no matter what may be
God will always stand by you
loving you endlessly.
© Bernard Levine
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YOU HOLD THE KEY
By BERNARD LEVINE
Let your determination
be so strong that nothing
can sway its course.
Let your mind believe
so intensely
that your prayers
become reality.
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Let your actions be rich
with enthusiasm that it moves
the hearts of all.
Let your life be filled
with greater purpose
To reach higher
To think bigger
To love deeper
than you’ve
ever done before!
© Bernard Levine
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YOUR MIRACLE
IS ABOUT TO BEGIN
By BERNARD LEVINE
When God wanted
a woman
to give birth to His son
He didn’t choose
a prominent girl
but God found favor
in an ordinary woman
called Mary.
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When God needed
a new king for Israel
He could have chosen
someone distinguished
but God chose an ordinary shepherd boy
called David.
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When Jesus chose
His 12 disciples
He didn’t choose men
who were well educated
but Jesus took ordinary men
willing to follow Him.
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God takes ordinary people
and performs
mighty miracles
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All you have to do
is love God
with all your heart
Give God
abundant praise
and appreciation
and very soon
you will see your miracle begin.
© Bernard Levine
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AWESOME LOVE
By BERNARD LEVINE
To go to the ends
of the world
to help a stranger
To give someone
incredible kindness
they will never forget
143
To treat animals
and all of nature
with respect
and compassion
These are the things
that give life true purpose.
144
To value
your special uniqueness
as a beautiful
child of God
To elevate your mind
with the higher value
of integrity
145
To upgrade
your living environment
planting seeds
to enrich the soul
To give a child
caring devotion
so they feel
they are loved
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To rise above
your circumstances
with faith
in the power of God
147
And with the purity
of healing love
in your heart
your life
will know
no boundaries.
© Bernard Levine
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No eye has seen
No ear has heard
No mind has conceived
What God has prepared
For those who love Him.
1 Corinthians 2:9
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Seek ye first
the kingdom of God
and his righteousness
and all these things
shall be added unto you
Matthew 6:33
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Love
the Lord your God
with all your heart
with all your soul
with all your mind
and with all your strength
Mark 12:30
Thou shalt love
thy neighbor as thyself
Mark 12 :31
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I pray
that you find
newness of purpose
and have great passion
to pursue God
with all your heart.
With deep appreciation
Bernard Levine-
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