This book is based on inspirational poems of faith, memories, hopes and dreams for all who have experienced these at sometime in their lives. It is my hope that some or all of these poems will give solace and thought to all those who read them.
Forever Grateful is a collection of uplifting poems of faith by Christine V Mitchell, which have deeply touched many hearts. There are poems of praise, adoration, gratitude, assurance, comfort and encouragement. Christine's poetry expresses the love that she has found through her personal faith in Christ. She is also inspired by the beauty of God's creation. Some of Christine's poems are written as poetic `letters of love' from God, such as "Look No Further" and "You're Very Special". Each chapter begins with devotional thoughts, and Biblical references accompany many of the poems. Her purpose in writing this book is to help uplift and encourage others through expressions of what the Lord means to her. Forever Grateful can be read in times of devotion and worship, or at any time of the day, and also makes an excellent gift!
Helen Steiner Rice’s unique artistry of faith-filled poetry forms this beautiful collection of encouraging verse about prayer. Meet God in the Morning includes beloved poetry about God’s love, God’s promises, thankfulness, times of trial, hope, and salvation. This volume of poetry, with additional devotional thoughts and encouraging scripture, is perfect for your own personal reflection or makes a heartfelt gift.
Drawing from the poetry of generations of esteemed writers Gary Bouchard shows how poems often express the longings of the human heart as a kind of prayer. Emily Dickinson, Rev. Rowan Williams, Pope John Paul II, Christina Rossetti, Robert Frost, and Fr. Kilian McDonnell, OSB, among others, offer readers an inspiring path to reflect upon and pray with poetic verse. Arranged under six engaging themes, each selection uses the words of poets as vehicles to prompt “heaven in ordinary” or to praise like “exalted manna”; to find the right “paraphrase” for your own soul or maybe sense your “soul’s blood”; to muster up from your grief or anger “reversed thunder” or dare to articulate from your own personal anguish “Christ-side-piercing spear.”
Poetry has always been a central element of Christian spirituality and is increasingly used in worship, in pastoral services and guided meditation. Here, Cambridge poet, priest and singer-songwriter Malcolm Guite transforms 70 lectionary readings into inspiring poems for use in regular worship, seasonal services, meditative reading or on retreat.
Frogs, family and lots of fun combine to make this book of poetry a must-read by everyone who loves the funny and teachable moments we all run into. There are poems of inspiration, musings about life in general, instruction on kindness and treating others with love, understanding and respect. Never one to take credit for her own work, Joyce Folsom Johnson has written hundreds of poems over the years. Lots of them are written in tandem with our loving God who inspires her to keep getting up in the middle of the night to jot down the ideas (or full poems) He has suggested to her. These poems started out as gifts to friends and family on special occasions and to recall fun times of bygone days. Spending some time in this world brings back memories of joy and sorrow, and reminds us all to live out Jesus love. Marcia Lee Johnson Newell You take words and weave them into beautiful poetry which touch people deeply. I have admired you, and I think you are wise beyond your years. Wilma Rollins, Former School Teacher, written in 1989 Divinely inspired, encouraging, thought-provoking and at times, funny. Ever showing Gods great love for us, this book is a keeper! One to refer to for many of lifes situations. Christine Ann Johnson Morrison
This book stresses the importance of living an inspirational life. The book discusses 36 of the best places to find inspirational material, and it shows 155 of my favorite inspirational poems, stories, songs and prayers. I grew up under humble conditions. Since childhood I have used inspirations to live a happy and fulfilling life. It has permitted me to work and to obtain three university degrees without any external financial support, have a very successful 37 year professional career, and a very happy and fulfilling retirement. It permitted me to retire at 60 years old. At the age of 78 years old, I am now looking forward to a new career in book writing with God's will and inspiration. Everyone needs inspiration to live a happier and more fulfilling life. Inspiration has permitted me to do things that I could not have done otherwise. I can not imagine living a life without inspiration in it. It's a kind of life that I would not want to live. I benefited a lot from writing this book, and I can not wait to have other people read and benefit from the book. In this book I encourage my readers to write their own inspirational books.