Tag: Poem
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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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The Battle Belongs to Him
“The Battle Belongs to Him” is a powerful Christian poetic chant proclaiming Jesus Christ’s victory over sin and death. It calls believers to march in faith, armed with God’s Word, as Jesus — who died on the cross and rose triumphantly — defeats evil and offers forgiveness and eternal life to all who repent and…
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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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One More Day Closer
In “One More Day Closer,” Gabriel Mattix pens an uplifting Christian chant about a weary pilgrim journeying through life’s dusty roads and dark valleys. Guided by Jesus the Good Shepherd, the speaker finds strength in the promise of resurrection, eternal life in heaven’s golden streets, and everlasting joy in God’s presence.
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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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