Tag: Jesus Christ
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My Soul Aches
This poem describes a deep longing for ultimate, lasting, restful satisfaction, and one person’s desperate search. While the Poet searches high and low, he only discovers how hopeless his situation really is, until he learns about Jesus Christ who died and rose again to save sinners and give them eternal, joyful and glorious life.
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Through Caverns Deep
This poem by Gabriel Mattix describes the hopeless state of humanity on earth. But the Poet then turns to hopeful praise as he recounts the loving work of Jesus Christ to descend from heaven and offer life and salvation to all by faith in Him; transforming His followers into reflections and agents of His love…
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Too Strong to Die, Too Sick to Live
This poem by Gabriel Mattix laments the weakness and frailty that everyone must face at some point in our short lives on earth. But the poet then turns from mourning the brevity and pain of life, to rejoicing in the eternal hope available to everyone who believes in Jesus, the God who made us to…
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Sorrowful Unto Death
This poem expresses profound emptiness, sorrow, and feelings of isolation due to suffering. The speaker questions the purpose of life amidst anguish but then hears a comforting voice offering hope and redemption through Jesus. This voice promises love, hope, and eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ alone.
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Hope In Sorrow
This poem acknowledges the sorrow and pain of life, but also points to the eternal hope found in Jesus Christ. Jesus bore heavy sorrow and suffering for our sakes, and all who trust Him will be raised above the pain of this life, to enjoy eternal life, joy, and love with Him forever.
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Where Is Jesus Going? – John 7:32-36
As Jesus taught in the Jerusalem temple court, the Pharisees heard the crowd muttering things about Him as they considered whether or not Jesus truly was the Christ; the Messiah the prophets spoke of centuries and even millennia earlier. In response to this the Pharisees sent officers to arrest Jesus. As this took place, Jesus…
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This Word Is Uncommon
This poem reflects on the incarnate Word, Jesus Christ; the God of all creation who selflessly took on flesh to live the life we never could, and die the death we deserve. After dying, He rose again, and all who believe in Him will receive eternal life. This Word is far from common.
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A Land Without Sorrow
This poem expresses a deep longing to live in a place free of sorrow and suffering. This land does exist, and everyone who trusts in Jesus, our God and Savior who suffered, died and rose again for us, will live there in full and overflowing joy forever.
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Joy In Our Sorrows
In times of sorrow and suffering, Jesus offers joy and peace, transforming our hearts. Though we endure grief, He empathizes with our pain and bears our burdens. His death and resurrection grants us life and hope, drawing us closer to Him. Ultimately, He promises comfort and triumph over darkness by grace through faith in Him.
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My New Poetry Book ‘Cadences’ Is Available Now!
“Cadences: Poetic Reflections on the Victorious Christ” is a new poetry collection exploring life’s challenges through suffering and faith. The author shares personal experiences of pain and healing, celebrating the hope found in Jesus Christ. This book is a meaningful gift for anyone facing difficulties or seeking inspiration. Available on Amazon.
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