Tag: Jesus
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Day and Night, Night and Day
In “Day and Night; Night and Day,” Gabriel Mattix honestly shares his constant physical pain and spiritual battle, yet clings to hope in Jesus Christ. Despite suffering, he affirms Christ’s victory over sin and evil, trusting that God uses hardship for His kingdom and will one day bring complete healing and eternal joy to all…
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God’s Table
Since Babel, humanity has been divided by sin and conflict. But through Jesus Christ’s sacrificial death on the cross, He redeems people from every nation, tribe, and culture. In His eternal kingdom, they will unite in perfect harmony around God’s table—reconciled, forgiven, and feasting together forever. All are invited to repent and trust in Him.
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Did Jesus Give a New Command?
After Judas departs, Jesus announces His glorification through the cross and His imminent departure. He gives His disciples a new commandment to love one another as He has loved them, declaring this love will identify them as His followers. He tenderly warns Peter of his coming threefold denial.
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Somebody To Jesus
This poem explores humanity’s deep need for affirmation and worth. People chase it through human praise, career, wealth, and family, only to find these idols temporary and unsatisfying. True identity and lasting value are found in Jesus Christ, who offers forgiveness, love, and belonging. In Him, we are finally “somebody” — freed from slavery to…
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Matchless In Splendor
In “Matchless In Splendor,” Gabriel Mattix celebrates Jesus Christ as the holy, exalted King of kings and Creator who humbly left Heaven’s glory. He suffered and died on the cross to pay for humanity’s sins, rose victorious on the third day, and now offers forgiveness and eternal life to all who repent and trust in…
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Do Not Fear Little Flock
This poem encourages believers to trust in God, store treasures in Heaven, and await Christ’s return with patience. It emphasizes living a life of generosity and sharing Christ’s love while recognizing the rewards of faithful service. Ultimately, it assures that a brighter, eternal future awaits those who trust in Jesus.
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Praise Be To Jesus
This poem passionately praises Jesus Christ, the Lord of light and King of kings, who conquered sin and death through His sacrificial crucifixion and glorious resurrection. It highlights God’s grace in offering forgiveness and eternal life to sinners who repent and trust in Him.
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The Doorstep of Eternity
This poem describes life as a brief “doorstep” leading to an eternal afterlife. It warns that sin separates humanity from God, resulting in misery. However, through Christ’s sacrifice and resurrection, individuals can find redemption. By repenting and believing in Jesus, followers escape darkness to experience eternal joy in God’s presence.
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A Warning and A Promise
In “A Warning and A Promise,” Gabriel Mattix shares Jesus’ teaching: fear God, who can destroy both body and soul in hell, rather than man who can only kill the body. Though God is sovereign and just, He also demonstrated His love by sending Jesus to suffer and die for our sins. Those who repent…
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The Point of Breaking
In “The Point of Breaking,” Gabriel Mattix honestly confronts deep personal suffering and despair. Rather than blaming God, the poem explains pain as the result of humanity’s sin, while highlighting God’s common grace and ultimate love shown through Jesus’ sacrificial death and resurrection. It calls readers to bring their pain to Christ, who offers forgiveness,…
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