Growing in the Presence of God Quotes

“To live a fulfilled life, you must be willing to let God have complete control of your life.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“In innocence everything has its truest meaning.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Only Jesus can take care of the past. But we can help Him with the present.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“You can’t have any doubt whatsoever when operating in the faith realm. Sometimes the least little hesitation can allow doubt to override faith. So we mustn’t hesitate anytime the Holy Spirit tells/prompts us to act.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“When you have got the greatest mountain of hardship that you’ve ever faced to deal with, you also have the greatest opportunity to act on a stronger faith than you’ve ever acted on before.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Tomorrow’s past is yesterday’s future and is presently undetermined.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“When a man is at his weakest is where he will find the greatest opportunity to become his strongest.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Life can be a lot of fun
if you just know how to live it.
A heart can touch others
if you just know how to give it.
Prepare a smile for friends.
Give what you can when you can.
Don't treat strangers like strangers.
Be good to your fellow man.
Read your Bible front to back.
Follow Jesus, He's the best.
Pray. Pray. Pray. Pray. Pray. Pray. Pray.
Be a blessing and be blessed.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“I write a book, you sing a song.
Together in the Lord, where we belong.
I say a prayer, you agree.
Together in the Lord, that's you and me.
I speak a word, you receive.
Together in the Lord, we believe.
I walk with you, you walk with me.
Together in the Lord, how it should be.
You write a book, I sing a song.
Together in the Lord, where we belong.
You say a prayer, I agree.
Together in the Lord, that's you and me.
You speak a word, I receive.
Together in the Lord, we believe.
I walk with you, you walk with me.
Together in the Lord, how it should be.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“There's nothing for us to fear.
God's word is very clear.
ROMANS chapter 8 verse 28.
Look at that verse and meditate.
1 JOHN chapter 4 verse 4.
Have you read that one before?
Or LUKE chapter 10 verse 19?
That's one I hope you have seen.
And wow, look at verse 20.
That should make you smile plenty.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“I am calm tonight. Made at peace by
the Master's Hand. Patiently moving
towards something beyond me. Bigger
and better than anything I could possibly
comprehend in this present time. I am
not without hardship. But I am, for
certain, growing in the presence of God.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Joyfully sing. Lift up your song.
May all of the world soon sing along.
Join together in tune with the light.
Shine through the dark and light up the night.
Jesus, strengthen us in this hour.
Lord Jesus, display great, great power.
Shine through us as we unite.
Shine through us Your holy light.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“You'd best stand up. You'd best prepare.
Things are gonna get tough out there.
This train's moving. You'd best be on.
Cause soon we're going to be gone.
Se get ready. It's just about time.
Have your oil plentiful and prime.
It's wrapping up. Going to close.
Heaven or hell? That's how it goes.
You'd better decide now and not later.
New born lover or old school hater?
So make your choice. What will it be?
Where will you spend eternity?
Jesus loves you. He loves you, friend.
Is that so hard to comprehend?
Make unbelief leave from your heart.
Believe, receive a brand new start.
It's wrapping up. Going to end.
Hope to see you in Heaven, friend.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“You intervene, and all is well.
A testimony soon to tell.
You show up, and all is great.
Never are You ever late.
You arrive, and darkness leaves.
The doubtful man soon believes.
You draw near, and show Your might.
The dead get raised. The blind get sight.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Don't worry. It will be okay.
Trust in the Lord to make a way.
The battle can get intense,
but don't lose your confidence.
Keep going forward, and you will see
hardships are only momentary.
So fold up your worries, put them away.
Things will get better. You'll see. Okay?
The grey will soon be turning blue,
and you will find a stronger you.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Tears fall, but it's okay.
The work of God is having its way.
More fall, but it's alright.
The storm has moved on into the night.
It's okay. Lift up your head.
The stars are out and brightly spread.
It's alright. So wipe your eyes.
The Lord's forecast shows clearer skies.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“When the thunder roars,
and the day gets long,
and everything seems
to be going wrong.
When the rain is pouring,
and the lightning's flashing,
and thoughts of disturbance
are pounding and crashing.
That's when you pray long.
That's when you pray hard.
When the storm's at its worst,
testing your guard.
Pray hard for a strength,
a strength that won't fail.
Have bold violent faith,
and you will prevail.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“No sleep. I ponder the day.
Still up. My thoughts want to play.
Restless. It's hard to relax.
Give out. It seems to the max.
What will tomorrow bring?
Hard work? More witnessing?
Will I be at my best?
I need to get more rest.
Midnight is coming again.
My bed's ready to get in.
I lay down and get back up.
Go outside and pet the pup.
Come back in, resume to write.
Fourteen minutes passed midnight.
Almost ready for the bed.
Two more lines left to be said.
Always with me all the way.
Praise You, Jesus, for this day.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Oh, what a trial
I've been facing.
Thoughts upon thoughts
wildly racing.
Yesterday was this.
Today there's that.
Tonight's this, that,
and that's where I'm at.
I've been on my knees.
I've been on my face.
Here I'm stationed
in God's abounding grace.
I will get through this.
I will make it through.
Precious, Lord Jesus,
my faith is in You.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“A storm's on the horizon.
It's headed towards me.
Its purpose? - to test my faith.
Will I walk on the sea?
I am preparing my heart,
though already prepared.
I am not fearful,
and I am not scared.
My foundation has been laid.
I'm built on the Rock.
Jesus Christ is my Shepherd,
and I'm of His flock.
So I will be ready
for what is to come,
and from it grow stronger
in faith and wisdom.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Morning light, evening rain.
Smiles leaving due to pain.
Fingers point, doubts arise.
Faithless tears fall from their eyes.
Will they stay? Will they leave?
Through tough tests will they believe?
The Christian life, the Godly way,
isn't a game that believers play.
Be ready. Be aware.
Pray, worship, study, prepare.
Guarantee? - yes I can.
Tests will come for you, each man.
Guarantee? - yes I do.
Submit to God, and you'll get through.
It's a war. It's a fight,
and one not won overnight.
Trust in God. Have faith in Him.
Take your tests, and do good on them.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Don't live in the past.
It doesn't exist.
To Jesus submit.
To satan resist.
Leave the past behind.
Don't get entangled
like seeds in the thorns
choked until strangled.
Just press towards the mark.
Keep on pressing.
Live in the knowing,
not in the guessing.
Keep walking in faith,
and don't stop to doubt.
Believe and be strong,
sincere and devout.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Don't be a man-pleaser in anything you do.
When popular demands, stay true to what's true.
You might rock the boat, you might sink the ship.
You might not look cool, you might not look hip.
But you will please God, so stand for what's right.
Go into the darkness, and shine really bright.
O Lord, help us stand. Help us to stand strong.
To never back down or compromise with wrong.
To love others enough to show them what's true
even if it means a beating or two.
To love You agapao. To stand by Your side.
Not to run away, deny You, then hide.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Death will come. It's a certainty.
A time's been set for you and me.
But, while we're here, let's do well
with testimonies quick to tell.
With praises lifted high above
for our King we dearly love.
And when we die, with Him we'll be
risen for eternity.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“It's hard sometimes to be strong.
It's hard sometimes to stand against wrong.
But this is where it counts most.
When it's difficult to stand our post.
God will put us to the test
to prepare us (His) to be our best.
To overcome, not to be
overcome by some adversity.
So stand strong when it gets hard.
Know the Lord's words, and keep a close guard.
Trials, tests, they will arise.
So move through life with spiritual eyes.
Be alert, be in the know.
The greater the tests, the more we grow.
Learn from God, stay close to Him.
Study for your tests, do good on them.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Lead me to the promised land.
Guide my feet, take my hand.
Pick me up if I should fall.
Give me peace, no fear at all.
Lift me high above the tide.
Keep me far from silly pride.
Anchor me in faith and grace.
Give me strength to run this race.
Wash my heart and make it clean.
Walk me through the pastures green.
Calm the storms that come my way.
Answer prayers when them I pray.
Lord, I love You. Always will.
Words can't say just how I feel.
So I'll end with one more line.
Forever, Lord, I am Thine.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Will there be snow? Will there be sleet?
Icy roads and slick concrete?
Weighed down trucks? Wheels with chains?
Cherry chocolates and candy canes?
Will there be wreaths? Will there be bells?
Long lines and Holiday sales?
My guess would be...probably so.
This is the Christmas most of us know.
But...
will there be hands, will there be feet,
reaching, going, out to the street?
A fire burning from within?
The Light of Jesus glowing from men?
Will there be eyes, will there be ears,
seeing, hearing, the broken in tears?
God's Church rising quick to the call?
In Christ love, Merry Christmas, all.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“May we walk, and not just talk,
the life of our creed.
May we show, and not just know,
a faith the world can read.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Jesus, strengthen us in this hour.
Lord Jesus, display great, great power.
Shine through us as we unite.
Shine through us Your holy light.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God

“Bind us, dear Lord,
in one accord,
together in love.
In mind and heart,
every part
one with God above.”
― Calvin W. Allison, Growing in the Presence of God