John Watt Poet Sonnet

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The Light and the Veil

The Lord is my salvation and my light,
the stronghold of my life, whom shall I fear?
Protecting when the foe attacks by night;
the prayers of his children he will hear.
O holy Lord, my sin has been a veil,
a waywardness that blinds my eyes to you;
a poisoned cloud I willingly inhale
that dulls the spirit and obstructs the view.
One thing I ask, Lord; this is what I seek:
to gaze upon the beauty of your face.
The dark is often strong and I am weak,
remove this veil that I may see your grace.
Yet now we walk by faith and not by sight
until we see, with brand new eyes, your light.

a meditation on Psalm 27

written 16 Mar 2022

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Panagiota Romios July 1, 2022 at 11:39 AM Late Congratulations to a fabulous poet. Hugs, Panagiota xxx John Watt July 1, 2022 at 4:44 PM Thank you for your uplifting encouragement, Pangie! Coming from a fabulous poet, your words mean a lot. Thank you for your soupmail as well. Hugs ~ John

Charles Reese June 1, 2022 at 7:23 AM I like this sonnet a lot. It gives one a lot to think about. It's always so very nice to write about Him and give our praise. John Watt June 1, 2022 at 1:31 PM I fully agree with you Charles, it is an honor to give glory to the King of kings and Lord of lords. Thank you for your kind review. Grace and peace ~ John

Andrea Dietrich April 2, 2022 at 6:20 PM I see this had got POTD ? Big congrats, John and thanx for the faves John Watt April 4, 2022 at 5:28 PM Thank you dear friend for the return visit and congrats ~ John

Valsa George March 31, 2022 at 9:47 PM "remove this veil that I may see your grace. Yet now we walk by faith and not by sight until we see, with brand new eyes, your light....." What a soul rending supplication to God ! I see in this the longing of a devotee who wishes in all earnestness to be guided by the illuminating light God grants ! This is my prayer too. May God give you light, dear John ! Blessings on your way ! John Watt April 4, 2022 at 5:28 PM Thank you Valsa for your wonderful comment! I appreciate the time you took to read and unpeel the spiritual metaphors in this write. This one comes from deep in the soul, and I am so grateful for friends like you who understand that. God bless you with light and love ~ John

Jennifer Proxenos March 31, 2022 at 12:47 PM Huge congrats on POTD - A touching write, I have the same thoughts often my friend and ask God how can he ever forgive me, because man was not born perfect, and we sin daily - small insignificant things, I marvel at your honesty, and cannot ever assume that i will reach heaven one day, i can only pray that i am forgiven as in the prayer 'Our Father who art in Heaven' Another fave John. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. John Watt March 31, 2022 at 2:39 PM Hello my dear friend, this Psalm is a special one to me and has carried me over many torrents of doubt and impatience. Thank you for the fave and your insightful comments, I know we see things the same and your encouragement and fellowship means a great deal to me. Blessings and hugs ~ John

Debra L Brown March 29, 2022 at 5:03 PM John your prayer was very moving. My favorite line was how you describe sin. "Poisoned cloud I willingly inhale." Excellent written. Blessings ~ Debra John Watt March 31, 2022 at 2:36 PM Thank you Debra for leaving me your edifying and uplifting comment. I am grateful for you and your faith. Blessings to you ~ John

Anil Deo March 25, 2022 at 7:31 AM John, i came back to this psalm. It clearly showcases GRACE of father God and/ or Jesus, our LORD. It feeds me again & again, especially verse 14. In times of impatience John Watt March 26, 2022 at 9:23 PM Anil, the Psalms are gifts from the father to his children. Songs to sing to him, and words to teach, encourage, and console. I'm glad to know they feed your soul, as they do mine. Blessings ~ John

Susan Lawrence March 25, 2022 at 6:50 AM So very heartfelt and vulnerable John . I love your meditation . The dark is often strong and I am weak . My sin has been a veil . This is true of many . You have the ability to glimpse into the heart and soul of us. Yet now we walk by faith and not by sight . Then surrender into your light . It finishes in radiance with new eyes . Such a gift . Belated congratulations my friend on POTD ! This is such an inspired write ! Hugs, Susan :) John Watt March 26, 2022 at 9:29 PM Susan, my kind friend, your warmth shines through in all your poems, comments, and replies. I appreciate you saying this was an inspired write. Heartfelt thanks for the congrats and kind words. Hugs ~ John

Susan Ashley March 23, 2022 at 10:39 PM Oh John, my PS-PB, your deeply moving, prayerful poem is so beautifully expressed in the sonnet form. The title is a befitting crown for the majesty of this inspiring piece. Your meditation is as potent as it is humbling and your golden pen never fails to shine; “my sin has been a veil” is such an amazing metaphor and serves to make your closing couplet all the more enlightening and jubilant. Congratulations for the richly deserved recognition of POTD honors, my dear friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan John Watt March 26, 2022 at 12:52 AM Dear PS-PS, I always get a bit tongue-tied when responding to your rich and nuanced comments, knowing the time you spend reading and understanding these offerings of mine then crafting your unique and soul-filling reviews. What a blessing to know you, Susan, and to be poetry siblings. My heart soars to read your words of uplift and support. Many, many thanks ~ John

Laura Leiser March 23, 2022 at 9:35 PM John, your beautiful psalm is written as if David penned the words himself; so inspirational and worshipful! Filled with light and truth..love it! :) Another Fave! John Watt March 23, 2022 at 9:47 PM Dear Laura, a fave from you is very nice to hear, but even more gratifying is to know your faith has been encouraged. You have been the one more than any other to encourage me to write about the Lord, I'm so blessed you found this worshipful. To God be the glory ~ John

Kim Rodrigues March 23, 2022 at 5:57 PM John, congratulations on POTD! John Watt March 23, 2022 at 9:10 PM Thank you my friend, sweet of you to drop by for a visit.

Anil Deo March 22, 2022 at 9:42 PM Amen, I have gorwn to live the psalms too. And almost half are authoredx. By harp player & artist, David. A king no less ... Than U. John Watt March 22, 2022 at 10:36 PM Anil, I'm very grateful for your kind comment, it means a lot to me. Thank you for taking time out of your day ~ Johnn

Harry Horsman March 21, 2022 at 10:32 PM Wow, congratulations John, on this your wonderful powerful sonnet. Our faith the veil, give so much to think about here. Thanks. John Watt March 21, 2022 at 11:28 PM It is always good to hear from you, my friend. I hope all is well with you. Peace and blessings ~ John

Silent One March 21, 2022 at 2:29 PM Very spiritual...you have written for this contest fittingly.. John Watt March 21, 2022 at 11:27 PM Thank you for your kindness, SO. It means a lot to me.

Debra L Brown March 20, 2022 at 7:13 PM Beautifully penned, many congrats on POTD. Blessings ~ Debra John Watt March 21, 2022 at 11:26 PM Thank you for coming by and paying this lovely compliment, Debra. God bless ~ John

Meghan Hutchings March 20, 2022 at 12:02 PM CONGRATULATIONS! CONGRATULATIONS! My dear friend John, Your poem is absolutely beautiful!! Every line feels like a lesson for my soul & reminds me of my prayers every night. "The dark is often strong" "I am weak" "remove this veil that I may see your grace" We must remember that if we ask for forgiveness, we will be forgiven. You have chosen such perfect words to portray this scripture! The last two lines tie everything together like a perfect ribbon on God's gift to all! Much love...Meghan John Watt March 21, 2022 at 11:25 PM Your generous words fill my heart, my friend. Yes, this is a prayer. I am grateful for the comforting words of scripture during the hard days or the long nights. Thank you for blessing me with your congrats and kind words. God bless ~ John

Brandy Nicole March 19, 2022 at 7:50 PM Your meditation of what the psalmist wrote, is beautiful in every way. So many thoughts to linger upon and be uplifted by: "the prayers of His children He will hear." My heart rejoices knowing this fact. "we walk by faith and not by sight." Yes ! And Faith comes from hearing His Word. (Studying and Understanding). You are right, my dear friend, sin is a veil covering our eyes. Your thoughts caress softly around me and my heart. Congratulations John, on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Hugs, Brandy John Watt March 20, 2022 at 12:45 AM Thank you dear Brandy for your thoughtful affirmation. Your kind words are always an inspiration to me. I love to write about my favorite scriptures, and this has long been one of them. Blessings and hugs ~ John

Janice Canerdy March 19, 2022 at 6:30 PM John, this such a moving, reverent piece--certainly deserving of both honors! Janice John Watt March 19, 2022 at 11:56 PM Janice, what a kind thing to say! Very grateful ~ John

Malabika Ray Choudhury March 19, 2022 at 4:14 PM Congratulations, John, on your superb win, and brilliant POTD honour. This is a great inspirational piece with a spirit of meditation. A perfect sonnet with wonderful flow and rhyming. So good to read your insightful powerful poems. Best Wishes ~ Mala John Watt March 19, 2022 at 11:56 PM Thank you, my friend. You inspire me with your kindness and encouragement. Blessings to you ~ John

Paula Goldsmith March 19, 2022 at 3:08 PM Back with Congratulations on your new win. Love the write and picture. Walk by faith. Have a blessed day/weekend.............. John Watt March 19, 2022 at 4:34 PM Thank you for your thoughtful return visit, my friend.

Gordon Mcconnell March 19, 2022 at 2:34 PM Great one on Psalm 27 John, This is my favorite psalm. Congrats on being POTD, fully deserved, also love your rhyme and flow so trust all is well with you, blessings from across the big Atlantic pond, Gordon John Watt March 19, 2022 at 4:36 PM Gordon, I'm pleased to know this is your favorite Psalm. I have derived so much blessing and counsel from it over the years. Thank you for your Scottish blessing today, enjoy your weekend my friend ~ John

Paula Goldsmith March 19, 2022 at 2:26 PM Congratulations on your POTD win. A beautiful/powerful write. Love It. Yes, we walk by faith. Have a blessed day/weekend.............. John Watt March 19, 2022 at 4:33 PM Thank you for your kindness, Paula. Walking by faith is a lesson to be learned and re-learned each day, especially for slow learners such as I. Blessings ~ John

Paulette Calasibetta March 19, 2022 at 12:10 PM Congratulations on your POTD! "Yet now we walk by faith and not by sight"....Your poem sums up Psalm 27 with beauty and grace. :)Paulette John Watt March 19, 2022 at 4:33 PM Paulette, I can never hope to improve upon the perfection of the original, but happy to share a different perspective on these timeless words. Thank you so much ~ John

L Milton Hankins March 19, 2022 at 11:59 AM Congratulations, John, for your lovely meditation which has been honored with P.O.T.D. Superb! John Watt March 19, 2022 at 4:31 PM Thank you Milton. Your encouragement means much to me ~ John

Sotto Poet March 19, 2022 at 11:54 AM John, you've written a beautiful and emotional homage to your faith. I'm delighted to see it recognized as POTD; it's well-deserved. John Watt March 19, 2022 at 4:30 PM Thank you Lasaad for taking time to bring encouragement to me today. Your thoughtfulness is much appreciated ~ John

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