Breathless Encounters

There are times, awkward 
Moments when I question my own feelings
My ideas, thoughts, beliefs
The way I have been directed and the 
Way I have lived

There are times, difficult
Moments when I don’t know the answers
My theories, contemplations, hopes
The memories that have given me promises
Of the light that I seek
The wonder felt in a dream
Beckoning me, protecting me, telling me
All that I have lived for – my faith
Is like a raindrop or a embrace
Not long and I’ll know His touch
The breath of His love
Against my naked spirit
The kindness that will lift me
Through every worry and temptation

There are times, tricky 
Moments when I fail to feel sure, certainty
Colors me ambiguous and I wake to 
A world of dark, dreary death
Blackness surrounding my silent wish
For purity, praise, prayer – promises of 
The everlasting grace – hope and glory
Songs to enchant and embrace
Longings rich and vibrant, whole
Like a hallelujah 
Sung breathlessly, with 
Anticipation of holy help

There are times, obstinate
When I’m insecure
It is then that faith reminds me
Jesus is alive, a light
Living inside me, enlightening
Delighting, heartening
He only desires my trust
In His intimate, vibrant
Everlasting Love

I believe He is alive
A burning fire
Living inside
Where I only desire
To be like Him
I’m His child
And I am not an only child

Religion meets spirituality
On the edge of His brilliance
Embrace Jesus and live
On the caress of His spirit











Religion or Spirituality Contest
Unseeking Seeker
May 14, 2021

inspirationalreligionspiritualfree verse

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Bj Legros Kelley

June 10, 2021 at 3:40 PM

This is ...breathlessly beautiful Regina. Congratulations of your very well deserved win! I hadn't been able to be on here for awhile, trying to catch up a little. This poem is a treasure.

Robert Lindley

May 26, 2021 at 4:12 AM

This truly is positive, wonderful and well composed spiritual poetry my friend. Like a breathe of cool wind on a blistering hot day. Surely this was divinely inspired and its message of faith joyfully delivered! A fav- a gem.. God bless..

Beata Agustin

May 24, 2021 at 12:49 AM

Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing this... delighted am I by your last two lines; and to such, I say "Amen!" God bless you.

Mystic Rose Rose

May 23, 2021 at 12:42 PM

Ah, I can see why this one first place, it is brilliantly written dear friend. Congratulations on your winning words. You have won me over, :)

Janice Canerdy

May 23, 2021 at 10:10 AM

A BIG congrats on your well-deserved top win, Gina. Janice

Curtis Johnson

May 23, 2021 at 9:22 AM

Congrats, Regina, for your well deserved top spot. My eyes are watery because I was permeated with the reality which you portrayed. Thk U and Continued blessings.