Author: Gabriel Mattix

  • United As One

    United As One

    This poem rejoices in the unity Christians enjoy by their shared trust in Jesus Christ, highlighting the importance of love, grace, and faith. It acknowledges differences on minor issues but stresses that true discipleship in Jesus fosters unity. The work of Jesus in overcoming sin and death gives believers a shared hope and purpose. And…

  • God Wins Every Battle

    God Wins Every Battle

    This poem emphasizes God’s power and the victory of Jesus over sin and death, asserting that faith in Jesus and the grace of God lead to eternal life. It depicts Jesus’s sacrifice and resurrection as transformative events that allow believers to rise above hardships in this world and find comfort and peace in His presence.…

  • Our Lifespan Is Dust

    Our Lifespan Is Dust

    This poem reflects on the brevity of life, likening it to dust and mist. It emphasizes the importance of faith in Jesus, who offers salvation and eternal life despite by grace through faith in Him. The author urges readers to choose wisely between self-reliance and trusting in God’s grace, highlighting life’s urgency and spiritual significance.

  • A Redemption Confirmed: Ruth 4:7-12

    A Redemption Confirmed: Ruth 4:7-12

    In Ruth 4:7-12, the customs of kinsman-redemption in ancient Israel are illustrated. Boaz legally acquires Naomi’s land and marries Ruth, ensuring Elimelech’s lineage continues. Witnesses bless their union, hoping for prosperity like Rachel and Leah. This narrative highlights themes of loyalty, redemption, and divine provision through relationships, and helps us to understand the significance of…

  • The Greatest Teacher

    The Greatest Teacher

    This poem expresses the belief in Jesus Christ as the ultimate Teacher and God, highlighting His selfless sacrifice for humanity, which opened the was to a restored relationship between God and man. It emphasizes His resurrection, the hope it brings, and encourages believers to learn from His teachings and difficult experiences, ultimately assuring eternal life…

  • A Great Adventure

    A Great Adventure

    This poem expresses deep sorrow over life’s struggles, but also offers hope through faith in Jesus Christ. It contrasts despair with the assurance of eternal life and healing through by grace through faith Christ’s finished work on the cross. The message encourages believers to seek refuge in Jesus, affirming that by faith in Him, life’s…

  • Redemption Is Costly: Ruth 4:1-6

    Redemption Is Costly: Ruth 4:1-6

    In Ruth 4:1-6, Boaz went to the city gate to speak with the closer relative of the deceased Elimelech about redeeming his widow Naomi’s land. The relative initially agrees, but upon learning he must also marry Ruth, he declines, fearing it would jeopardize his own family inheritance. Consequently, Boaz successfully claimed the right to redeem…

  • Creator King

    Creator King

    Jesus Christ, our Creator King, is the definition of both strength and tenderness. Though we have sinned and hardened our hearts, He offers us grace and mercy through faith in Him. With His sacrificial death and resurrection, He has defeated sin and death, opening the way to a restored relationship with him which results in…

  • Come Hither

    Come Hither

    This poem explores the theme of life’s despair, hopelessness and death as a result of sin. However, it introduces a transformative encounter with Jesus, who offers freedom from sin and death by grace through faith in Him. This revelation leads to trust and resurrection, encouraging others to seek comfort and life by trusting in Him.

  • Crown Him

    Crown Him

    This poem celebrates Jesus Christ as Lord of All, highlighting His selfless love and sacrifice on the cross for humanity’s sin. It emphasizes His resurrection and eternal reign, urging believers to honor and praise Him as King of kings. The message conveys themes of redemption, grace, and the promise of eternal life for all who…