Christian Writer Author:
Cheryl Mariano
Location:
Arizona
,
United States
Email:
cherylmariano@gmail.com
Website:
cheremiahbooks.com
 I was born and raised in Portsmouth, N.H. In addition to writing poetry I also enjoy writing devotionals for young children and adults. My husband Marcelo and I reside in the State of Arizona. We have three children, five grandchildren, and one great grandchild.
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I've Written . . .
When To God I Offered Praise
Christian Poetry
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Praise
Fiction: False
Today, my heavy load of cares
Came pressing down on me
I felt somewhat like Peter
Almost drowning in the sea
I knew in time God would answer
But I was anxious none the less
The doubts began to ask me
"You sure that God knows best?"
Well, the flesh took right on over
Said, "Perhaps you shouldn't wait"
"For God to provide the answer"
"After all, suppose He's late?"
But I rem
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A Chiffon Laced Gown
Christian Poetry
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Prophetic
Fiction: False
A chiffon laced gown, with matching hat, and accessories
Was what I wore to meet the Lord, for we had a date at three
He was already there when I arrived, He was waiting patiently
He smiled at me and whispered sweet, "You look so lov -e- ly"
He wasn't looking at my clothes, He was looking inside of me
And I heard Him say, "When I see the blood, I will pass over thee"
He gently took my
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A Neighbor Is?
Christian Poetry
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Friendship
Fiction: False
Someone we smile at
Or sometimes say "Hi"
If we happen to see them
Outside or pass by
Someone we visit
Though it's very rare
Still we find comfort
Just knowing they're there
A neighbor is someone
Who lives on our street
With family or children
We've still yet to meet
Guess the question still echoes
It still is the same
Lord, who is my neighbor?
And by the way..... what is
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The Lesson
Christian Poetry
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Forgiveness
Fiction: False
The lesson that I have for you
To learn upon this day
Is a special one, I must admit
I heard the Savior say
The lesson deals with my great love
Yes, it's hard to comprehend
You see, it has no beginning
And my child it has no end
I send the rain upon the righteous
And on the unrighteous too
And the sun I shine upon you all
Not just a select few
Upon the earth there will be times
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Gospel Rap
Christian Poetry
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God's Love
Fiction: False
In this world where we all live
Not too many people find the heart to give
Now listen folks I've got something to say
God never meant for it to be this way
You see long ago in Jerusalem
God from above gave his only Son
He brought us hope for a brand new life
One that is free from hate and strife
Today our society is all wrong
I wish we all could get along
People are different as you
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I Kept My Promise Didn't I?
Christian Poetry
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Loss
Fiction: False
"Lord, by your stripes" you said, "We're healed"
You said, "I Am the God that healeth thee"
But today my loved one is no more
Upon the earth with me
I prayed, "Lord, if you're willing"
"You can make him whole"
"I will" is what I heard you say
Yet we buried him today
Then in the stillness of my soul
Jesus said, "Beloved, it is I"
"Child of mine, with eyes of faith"
"Look up to heave
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Oh Bless His Holy Name
Christian Poetry
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Joy
Fiction: False
Category: Joy
Amidst the battle raging
Like billows on the sea
My voice I'll lift in rhapsody
And sing sweet praise to Thee
I won't look on the right side
Nor glance I to the left
But stay my eyes upon the "Rock"
And rest within its cleft
For even now, I know for sure
And loudly I'll proclaim
God is working everything for good
Oh, Bless His Holy Name
I'll take take the taunt
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Masks
Christian Poetry
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Overcoming Struggles
Fiction: False
In my bedroom drawer neatly tucked away
What mask to church will I wear today?
There are four from which I have to choose
But today, I'll wear the one that Hides the Blues
My Smiley mask, I've nearly worn out
It hides so well my fears and doubts
My Spiritual mask works like a jewel
It hides me when I've been mean and cruel
The mask I call my Ace in the Hole
Hides me when my heart
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I AM There
Christian Poetry
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Encouragement
Fiction: False
Alone in your room
In your bed, or a chair?
You are never alone
Precious one I AM there
When visits from family
And friends become rare
You are never alone
Precious one I AM there
Do you feel no one loves you?
Wants you, or cares?
I love you, I want you
Precious one I AM there
On holidays and birthdays
Beloved, please don't despair
You are never alone
Precious one I AM there
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The Tear's Majestic Beauty
Christian Poetry
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Hope
Fiction: False
Tis the tiniest thing that we've ever beheld
The delicate drop of a tear
But it holds deep within the power of God
And to Him it is something so dear
The droplet that falls appears crystal clear
And only The Master can see
The vast depth it contains of faith, hope, and trust
Accomplishing its destiny
It can fall to the ground, on a sleeve, or a face
They are numbered and then safely k
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I'm Little
Christian Poetry
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Children
Fiction: False
I'm little and tiny
And I sleep in a cradle
At birth I weighed less
Than a sack of potatoes
Though little and tiny
I'm filled with big plans
Cause I've been created
By God's very own hand
I fell in love with Jesus in 1970 and continue to love Him even more now. Truly He is the Way, the Truth, the Life, and my Joy everlasting!
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His Poor Little Pitiful Lamb
Christian Poetry
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Encouragement
Fiction: False
It's not the first time I've felt like this
And I can't promise it will be the last
But I'm sinking Lord, please help me
I'm going down for the third time fast
I know just how it started
With neglect for your Word and Prayer
And now I feel so far from you
I can't see or hear you anywhere
My heart cries out Lord help me
Though I've wandered You know where I am
And He reaches down to p
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Masks
Christian Article
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Forgiveness
Fiction: False
l Timothy 1:15 (KJV)
This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.
I'm not proud to say it, but I can kind of identify with the Apostle Paul in this statement.
I was thirty years old when I was saved, and prior to salvation, well acquainted with sin.
Of course we all know a prerequisite for salvatio
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“I Kept My Promise Didn’t I?”
Christian Article
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Loss
Fiction: False
John 14:18 (KJV)
I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.
Friday June 14, 2002 our grandson was born. He was premature and had many complications. He died two days later, Sunday, Father's Day.
You can imagine the grief, heartache, and loss we all faced, especially our son and daughter in love.
While the baby was alive we fasted, and earnestly prayed that God would heal h
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My Trip To The Potter’s House
Christian Article
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Devotionals
Fiction: False
Jeremiah 18:1-4 KJV
The word which came to Jeremiah from the Lord, saying, Arise and go down to the potter's house, and there I will cause thee to hear my words. Then I went down to the potter's house and behold, he wrought a work on the wheels. And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter: so he made it again another vessel, as seemed good to the potter to make it.
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The Holy Of Holies
Christian Article
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Devotionals
Fiction: False
Hebrews 10:19 (KJV)
Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus.
I was typing a message of consolation to a fellow believer on my cell phone.
Was just about finished when my two year old great grandson came running in, jumped on my lap, and proceeded to give me a big hug and kiss.
What happened next, I can't even explain! The pressure from his j
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The Birthday Party
Christian Article
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Devotionals
Fiction: False
"Please will you ask her?" I pleaded with my older sister for the "umpteenth" time.
Katrise lived next door. She was my older sister's best friend and was having her Sweet Sixteen birthday party in a few days.
I wasn't invited, I was only thirteen but I really wanted to go!
Finally my sister gave in, she asked Katrise if I could come and Katrise said yes!
The day of the party, we went
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The Youth Of Old Age
Christian Article
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Devotionals
Fiction: False
Psalm 71:9 (KJV) Cast me not off in the time of old age; forsake me not when my strength faileth.
Victor Hugo said, "40 is the old age of youth and 50 is the youth of old age."
Our friend Juanita was well past 50!
Let me share with you how we met her.
We were early that very first Sunday morning my husband Marcelo and I walked into what would become our new church home.
Sitting on
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Tell Them
Christian Article
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Devotionals
Fiction: False
Jude23:a- — (KJV)
of the fire;
Andrae Crouch, the well known gospel singer and song writer, went home to be with the Lord in 2015. He wrote many songs. One of them was a song called “TELL THEM”. Some of the words to the song are written below.
“TELL THEM”
Even if they don't believe you
Just tell them
Even if they don't receive you
Tell them for me
Please tell them for me
That I lov
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Jewel's Worth
Christian Article
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Devotionals
Fiction: False
Matthew 22:29 (KJV)
Jesus answered and said unto them, (the Sadducees) Ye do err, not knowing the scriptures, nor the power of God.
The allegorical story of Jewel’s Worth is written on behalf of all those who have received
Jesus as Savior but still struggle with issues of self esteem and worthiness, due to not knowing God’s Word, and the power it contains.
“What no mirror?” Pride chided
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“You’re Still God”
Christian Article
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Devotionals
Fiction: False
Job 1:21b (KJV) the Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.
Unbeknownst to Job, God’s faithful, trusting, and loving servant, he is about to receive a series of devastating news.
One right after another Job is hit hard with a sequence of unfortunate events. First he hears that all his oxen and donkeys have been stolen, and his farmhands killed.
No sooner
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Excuses
Christian Article
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Christian Living
Fiction: False
Luke 14:18-20 (NLT)
But they all began making excuses. One said, "I have just bought a field and I must inspect it. Please excuse me." Another said, "I have just bought five pairs of oxen, and I want to try them out. Please excuse me." Another said, "I just got married, so I can't come."
I remember a favorite saying of a friend of ours: "Lord, I'll climb the highest mountain, I'll swim th
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Forgetting The Past
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Devotionals
Fiction: False
Philippians 3:13b-14 ( NLT)
I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.
“Forgetting The Past”
Hector kept thinking about the pastor’s message that morning entitled "Forgetting the past.”
Angrily he thought “Surely, God do
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