Poetry Spotlight
In 2012, I published a book of poetry entitled Songs from the Cross: Poetic Expressions from a Disciple of Christ (Revised Edition with Appendix: February 2016). Each poem has its own study guide with a narrative, prayer, closing Scripture, and question for personal reflection. I have heard that my book has been used as a devotional to segue into personal worship. I’m grateful for and encouraged by, all of the positive feedback – including the positive criticism. My heart’s desire is to glorify God and to edify the body. This genre can be abstract at times. Some may have read one of my poems and wondered, “What did she mean by that?” Well, both the teacher and the student in me are so glad you asked. On this page, I will have an opportunity to interact with you and shed some light on the subject. Each bi-monthly blog will focus on an excerpt taken from my book. I’m fully persuaded that a closer look will not only enhance our understanding, but it will also provoke our praise and thanksgiving to God. For these poems testify of His goodness.
Property Virgin
Some look back in longing. Others look back in regret. For the pillar of salt, what difference does it make? Dear Father, thank you for a mind that is still subject to renewal. All praises from a much forgiven property virgin. Property Virgin It wasn’t life, I could...
Sundays
As a child, my ignorance of God’s love led me to daydream and to idolize those things that appeared to fulfill and affirm. Make-believe was my soulful comfort six days a week. But then came the big day: Our weekly cultural respite from, not enough. Like Cinderella at...
Dwelling
Sight, touch, taste, smell, and hearing: These five monitors of circumstance hinder our eternal perspective. They can dim our heavenly vision, numb our spiritual discernment, neutralize our saltiness, defile the sweet aroma of praise, and even drown out that still,...
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