Tag: Christian Poetry
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Be Not Ashamed
This poem emphasizes the importance of being unashamed of Jesus Christ, encouraging believers to share the gospel boldly despite facing adversity or scorn. It highlights Christ’s sacrificial death, resurrection, and the promise of eternal life for those who repent and believe. Ultimately, it calls for living for God’s glory rather than seeking approval from men.
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Hoary Before My Time
This poem reflects the author’s struggle with premature aging due to chronic pain and infirmity, starting in their twenties. Instead of lamenting their condition, they express gratitude for the lessons learned through suffering, emphasizing that pain can lead to spiritual growth and discipline. They highlight the importance of faith in Jesus Christ in enduring and…
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Good and Bad Soil
This poem reflects on the spiritual journey of humanity as created by God from soil. It emphasizes the significance of believing in Jesus Christ for salvation, highlighting the transformative power of repentance and faith. Those who embrace His words will bear spiritual fruit, while those who reject them remain unproductive and distant from God.
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What Justice Requires
In “What Justice Requires,” Gabriel Mattix explores the immense debt of sin we owe a holy God—a debt we can never repay. Through Christ’s sacrificial death on the cross and victorious resurrection, God Himself pays our penalty in full. Justice demands death, but mercy offers forgiveness to all who repent and believe in Jesus as…
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A Woman Guilty of Much Sin
This poem illustrates a woman’s profound love and repentance as she humbly worships Jesus by washing His feet with her tears. It emphasizes that no sin is too great for His forgiveness. Through His sacrifice, Jesus offers mercy and grace, inviting everyone to trust Him and experience true love and redemption.
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Realms Material and Spiritual
This poem conveys a cautionary message about seeking knowledge from spiritual realms outside God’s will. Emphasizing the importance of obedience, it warns against engaging with spirits, likening such pursuits to the original sin of Adam and Eve. Instead, it advocates for trusting in Christ for redemption and spiritual guidance.
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The Man Jesus Marveled At
This poem emphasizes that true salvation comes from faith in Jesus Christ rather than righteous deeds. It highlights a Gentile’s faith that amazed Jesus, illustrating that good works cannot atone for sin. Instead, redemption is offered through Christ’s sacrifice, urging believers to trust in Him for eternal life and spiritual freedom.
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Bless Those Who Curse
This poem reflects on the profound love and sacrifice of Jesus, who, despite being mocked and reviled, died for humanity’s sins, offering grace and salvation. It calls on followers to embody His love, enabling them to respond with kindness even towards adversaries, and emphasizes the need for humility and forgiveness as followers of Jesus.
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New Book “Ransomed Rhymes” Available NOW
“Ransomed Rhymes: Poems of Redemption and Eternal Hope” is a poetry collection exploring themes of grace, mercy, and redemption through Biblical truths. It emphasizes humanity’s enslavement to sin and God’s love in offering salvation through Jesus Christ. Available on Amazon, the poems aim to encourage and enlighten readers on their spiritual journeys.
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To The Poor Belongs The Kingdom
This poem emphasizes that the kingdom of God is for the poor and those who recognize their spiritual poverty. It highlights Jesus’ sacrifice, offering liberation and salvation to all who acknowledge their need for Him. Through faith, believers receive eternal life, as a result of God’s grace and mercy.
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