Tag: Jesus
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Head On Down
“Head On Down” is a joyful Christian poetic chant inviting sinners and saints to the waters of baptism. It proclaims Jesus’ crucifixion, atoning death, and triumphant resurrection, declaring the debt of sin paid and the path to God reopened. All who trust in Christ are cleansed, freed, and offered eternal life.
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Praise The Lord
In this poetic testimony, the speaker recounts his journey from sin’s dark, despairing path to redemption. Encountering the risen Christ, he repents and trusts in His atoning sacrifice. Embraced by the Savior who bore the scars of his sin, he rejoices in Christ’s victory over death and sin, inviting the weary to find life and…
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Betrayal In a Garden
In “Betrayal In a Garden,” Gabriel Mattix portrays Jesus praying in anguish in Gethsemane, willingly submitting to the Father’s will. Betrayed by Judas, He boldly surrenders to the mob, demonstrating that no one could take His life—He gave it freely. Through His sacrificial death and resurrection, Jesus offers forgiveness, mercy, and eternal life to all…
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A Big, Green Caterpillar
A big green caterpillar munches leaves without worry or fear. Observing it, the poet reflects on God’s faithful provision for His creatures, just as Jesus taught us to consider the birds. God cares even more for humans made in His image. The poem encourages trusting in Christ—the Bread of Life—for daily needs and eternal salvation,…
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Jesus Is The Only Way To God
In John 14:1-7, Jesus comforts His troubled disciples by calling them to believe in Him. He promises to prepare a place for them in His Father’s house and assures them He will return to take them to be with Him. Declaring, “I am the way, the truth, and the life,” Jesus teaches that He alone…
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The Path of Life
In “The Path of Life,” Gabriel Mattix recounts his journey from rebellion and spiritual darkness on sin’s deadly path, to redemption through faith in Jesus Christ. Encountering Christ’s light, he repents, receives forgiveness and cleansing, and walks the solid path of life. The poem proclaims the Gospel: though all have wandered, Jesus died and rose…
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In Need of Rescue
In “In Need of Rescue,” Gabriel Mattix portrays humanity as lost sheep wandering in sin and darkness, bound by death and separated from God. The poem celebrates Jesus Christ, the compassionate Shepherd, who leaves heaven, dies on the cross, and rises victorious to rescue us. Through faith in Him, we receive forgiveness, eternal life, and…
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The Joyful Shouts in Heaven
In “The Joyful Shouts in Heaven,” Gabriel Mattix retells the Parables of the Lost Coin and Lost Sheep. Heaven erupts in joyful celebration when even one sinner repents. God diligently searches for the lost, and Jesus, the Good Shepherd, paid the ultimate price on the cross to redeem us. The poem calls all to repent…
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Give To Those Who Can’t Repay
This poem emphasizes the importance of selfless giving, inspired by Jesus’ example of loing self-sacrifice. It encourages generosity towards those unable to repay and assures that such acts will be rewarded in eternity. Trusting in Jesus leads to forgiveness, eternal life, and the ultimate joy of being in His presence forever.
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Death Is a Doorway
Death is not the end but a doorway to eternity. Though all have sinned and deserve judgment, God in His mercy sent Jesus to die in our place, bearing God’s wrath on the cross. Christ rose victorious, defeating death. All who repent and trust in Him receive forgiveness and eternal life in glory. Fear death…
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