Category Archives: Poetry
Why Christ Died
It began like any other The day that Jesus died It wasn’t just an accident They had Him crucified. The people they were busy Rushing everywhere It was an occasion for A feast to be prepared. Did they know why … Continue reading
A Gift for a Friend
Well Brenda Kern, you’re quite a gal I’m glad you are my friend We share some likes and dislikes And yet I can’t pretend That to you a quilt is a comforter When you’re cold, to crawl beneath And floss … Continue reading
Sanctuary
When you find a place of refuge, says the dictionary Then you have found a special place known as “sanctuary.” A loving couple make this “home: — they are Fred and JoAnn Their interest is to show God’s love, and … Continue reading
To go or not to go…
Once again the time has come Change is in the air This time it goes beyond the way I’ve had them cut my hair. Instead, a move, it must be made We’ve got to fit somewhere The question now is … Continue reading
He’s Alive!
The tomb was empty and Christ could not be found Yet the three women were sure He was around. They asked the gardn’r who had very little to say Then saw an angel, and knew they’d see Jesus that day! … Continue reading
Forgiven
When I look at the One I have pierced My anguish is powerful and fierce Yet it was for my sin that He died. For my iniquity, He was crucified Yes, Christ took on my lost condition As he hung … Continue reading
Sacred Ground
Ever stood on sacred ground? I know where some can be found. Far away and long ago My Jesus was the One to go For He was judged at Gabbatha And crucified on Golgatha There they nailed Christ to a … Continue reading
Changed By The Father
I’ve written a number of poems for you I hope you don’t think I’m already through Expressing my thoughts and love in this form By now you would know that this is the norm. It’s been quite a while that … Continue reading
Portrait of Grace
Our Father above In showing His love Rich surprises to us does send For who would have guessed In the midst of distress You’d become such a cherished friend? It was during the crash I made such a splash When … Continue reading
Strong On the Inside
(For Amanda at Easter) The other day I saw your Bible Laying on the coffee table, And once again my mother-heart Rejoiced to know that you’re a part Of those who choose in Christ to abide And allow Him to … Continue reading