Author: Gabriel Mattix
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Sin Separates
This poem conveys the theme of separation from God due to sin, highlighting the consequences of this rift, including death. It illustrates that Jesus Christ bridged this divide through His sacrifice, offering redemption and eternal life. By trusting in Him, individuals can overcome sin and restore their relationship with the Divine.
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Jesus Braves Danger For His Friends
In John 11:5-16, Jesus demonstrates His love for Lazarus and his sisters by delaying His visit despite their distress. His intention, revealed through Lazarus’s death, is to strengthen faith and glorify God. The passage emphasizes the concept of divine timing, the significance of Jesus as the resurrection and life, and the call to unwavering loyalty,…
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The Edge of a Cliff
This poem expresses the struggle with mortality and the fear of death, emphasizing faith in Jesus as a source of hope and strength. It reassures believers that despite life’s trials and the deterioration of their bodies, they are securely held by Christ’s love. Ultimately, death is portrayed as a passage to eternal life with God…
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Discipline Is A Treasure
This poem emphasizes the importance of discipline as a divine treasure given by God, who desires love and trust from His followers. It illustrates how correction and guidance lead to spiritual growth and transformation. By God’s grace, through faith in Jesus, believers are assured of salvation, and the promise of eternal joy beyond suffering in…
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Left For Dead
This poem reflects on humanity’s fall from grace due to sin, highlighting the divide created between God and people through rebellion. Despite this, it emphasizes God’s immense love and grace shown through Jesus Christ, who offers redemption and new life. Faith in Him leads to transformation and eternal hope.
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Thank You Jesus
This poem is a heartfelt expression of gratitude to Jesus for creating and sustaining life, redeeming humanity from sin through His sacrificial death, and defeating death through His resurrection. It celebrates Jesus as the loving Creator, Savior, and King who restores and grants eternal life to those who trust Him.
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Illness For God’s Glory
In John 11:1-4, Lazarus of Bethany falls ill, prompting his sisters, Mary and Martha, to notify Jesus. Jesus’ replies that the illness serves to glorify God, indicating a miraculous outcome. This passage foreshadows Jesus’ resurrection, emphasizing faith amidst suffering and the eventual hope believers have in eternal life through faith in Christ.
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The Good Shepherd
This poem portrays Jesus as the Good Shepherd, emphasizing His love and sacrifice for humanity. Despite our tendency to stray into sin, He offers redemption and protection through repentance and faith in Him. Through His grace, believers find new life and purpose.
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The Manna Will Come
This poem expresses a profound sense of longing for God amidst pain and sorrow. The speaker questions God’s presence but ultimately finds hope and assurance through faith in Jesus Christ. Through Jesus, believers are given redemption and new life, emphasizing that despite suffering, God’s love and guidance remain ever-present, and one day He will deliver…
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Jesus is Accused of Blasphemy (Claiming to be God)
In John 10:31-42, Jesus faces hostility from the Jews for claiming divinity. He argues that his miraculous works validate his claims. Despite their attempts to stone him, he escapes and retreats across the Jordan, where many believers recognize him as the Son of God. The passage highlights the rejection of Jesus by religious leaders and…
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