John Watt Poet Sonnet

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Penitence

In penitence I bow down to his throne,
head bowed in shame, heart heavy with my sin.
My sobbing whispers heard by God alone
as I recount the ways my faith wears thin.
He gives a heart of flesh, and ears to hear,
for he who seeks the Lord will surely find.
Then in uncluttered silence God draws near;
His Word the Holy Spirit brings to mind:
“He saved us, not because of deeds we’ve done,
in mercy we are justified by grace”.
“Your sins have been forgiven” says the Son,
who proved his love by dying in our place.
   The news is good – Christ’s hope we now employ,
   That “those who sow in tears now reap in joy.” 

// Scriptures referenced - Titus 3:5, Psalm 126:7 //

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Aditi Mishra November 4, 2020 at 11:47 PM My dearest friend, I am glad this is the first one of yours that I read after coming back to PS. Your sonnets and the ones which speak of faith are extraordinary. They always provide a ray of hope and wisdom. That divine aura instantly gives an enchanted blessing. Thank you for writing this one :) John Watt November 4, 2020 at 11:55 PM I can't tell you how happy it made me to see your comment today, Aditi! I hope all is right in your world, my dear friend. God bless you ~ John

Jennifer Proxenos November 3, 2020 at 10:02 AM Awesome, amazing write my friend. I speak to God often, he is my best friend. Hugs and blessings John, Jennifer. P.S thank you for reading so many of my older poems, I find that a wonderful compliment. John Watt November 3, 2020 at 11:06 AM Jenn, I am glad to know that God is your best friend. The good book says "there is a friend that sticks closer than a brother", and "he will never leave us nor forsake us". Thank for the read of this personal poem of mine, and for your lovely, uplifting comments. Your friend, John

Andrea Dietrich October 31, 2020 at 8:09 AM So different from mine; it is divine!!! John Watt November 3, 2020 at 11:01 AM Many flavors go into a good soup. Your flavors have seasoned this soup so well for so long, Andrea. I appreciate your kindness demonstrated daily.

Sam Kauffman October 30, 2020 at 9:15 AM This is so beautiful John written with the freshness of your unique words - "sobbing soul," "my faith wears thin," "uncluttered silence" - all encased in a sonnet illustrating the beautiful scriptural passages of mercy and God's love. Best wishes and blessings for the contest. John Watt October 30, 2020 at 12:46 PM Sam, I'm so grateful for you and your generous evaluation. I know this form of writing is not the most popular, but it has long appealed to me. Thank you for another careful read and kindly crafted comment. Blessings to you ~ John