How do I know my thoughts within, My reasons and motives for my sin? How do I know within my heart, Regret or repentance on my part? Am I yet moved by broken law, Holiness spoiled by heart’s putrid maw? Or do I fear my punishment, Footing the bill for human debt? Lord, make me… Continue reading Remorse
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the gift
The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit;
a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.
The Blast of His Breath
The breath of God blows soft and sweet and gentle in my ear. A quiet voice in noisy heart leading the listener’s ways. But O, beware, forget not true, his wide and varied will — That simple breath that guides our steps can kingdoms great destroy. Trees bending deep on wooden knees lay worshipping the… Continue reading The Blast of His Breath
Blood and Tears
Love and fear flow mingled down to chest from chin and cheek, A just response to God’s great power displayed to all men meek. His voice clear roared from heavenly throne drove men unto their knees, A moment’s flush, fear’s trembling hand, near love they longed to see. Shrouded in clouds God’s hidden face where… Continue reading Blood and Tears
The Beasts of the Crack
At first, it was just a crack – a small fissure between blocks – but even the smallest opening invited them in. I laid traps near the crack, minimizing the incursion, killing the beasts and living free. I covered the crack, filled it with putty and concrete, but over time and under assault the opening… Continue reading The Beasts of the Crack
Psalm 119 – Yodh: Persistence
This poem is taken from my book, A New Song, (Westbow Press, 2016) and can be found online HERE.
Psalm 119 – Yodh
This psalm, Psalm 119, comes from Book V of the Psalms (107-150). The version I am using is the ESV, which can be found online found at www.esv.org.
Psalm 119 – Teth: And it was good…
While this post can stand on its own, it is meant to be read after reading Psalm 119-Teth. As with any scripture, I would encourage you to find your own voice as you seek to respond to this psalm. If you do find this helpful, feel free to pass it on to someone who might be encouraged as well.
Psalm 119 – Teth: A Loving Return
This poem is taken from my book, A New Song, (Westbow Press, 2016) and can be found online HERE.
Psalm 119 – Teth:
This psalm, Psalm 119, comes from Book V of the Psalms (107-150). The version I am using is the ESV, which can be found online found at www.esv.org.