Laura Leiser Poet Free verse

We Gather

We gather 
    thirsty, weary
        like a flock of birds after a long flight
 ready to drink Holy Spirit revival.

The congregation 
    children of God
        the bride of Christ, His beloved
     sing praises to the risen King
voices lift like the rising sun. 

Holy Word of God
    burns like fire within the soul
          convicts hearts to follow Him
     sin’s deadly stains washed away
cleansed by the Redeemer’s blood.

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Brandy Nicole September 26, 2026 at 7:35 PM ' We gather, to sing praises to the risen King. ' So wonderful indeed, and my heart rejoices knowing this truth. Your thoughts are so beautiful and uplifting, my dear friend. Congratulations Laura, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. : ) Hugs, Brandy

Nette Onclaud September 26, 2026 at 5:57 PM this soulful read lifted.me up, laura...cheers to your potd citation!

Alison A Smith September 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM A moving devotional free verse poem, shaped by its cascading indentation into a visual gathering: people drawn inward, upward, and toward renewal. The biblical images—thirst, the bride of Christ, refining fire, and cleansing blood—build naturally from communal worship to personal conviction, while the rising-sun comparison gives the praise a warm, hopeful lift. Congratulations on POTD 🌹

Constance La France September 26, 2026 at 2:41 PM Laura, beautifully penned and congratulations on receiving the POTD honor ⭐

Paula Goldsmith September 26, 2026 at 1:10 PM Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading your powerful/wonderful "We Gather" write. Great last line.... Have a blessed day with your wonderful win...............

Nobody Special September 26, 2026 at 7:04 AM Congrats on POTD, Laura!!! -Nobody Special

Valsa George September 26, 2026 at 5:18 AM Amen. Yes, with His crucifixion and resurrection, we are redeemed and the stains of our sins are washed away. A beautiful poem affirming your faith. Congratulations Laura on your POTD status.

Charles Messina September 26, 2026 at 5:09 AM Very nice, Laura. Congratulations on POTD!

Dorothy Gibbons September 26, 2026 at 4:52 AM Wow Laura this is powerfully written ✍️🔥 first read of your poetry gave me a thist to read more. Congratulations on your well deserved POTD honour 🙏❤️🫂 A fav to me today have a blessed weekend 🕊️

Tania Kitchin September 26, 2026 at 4:49 AM Laura, a wonderful faith poem. Congratulations on POTD.

sara Etgen-Baker September 26, 2026 at 4:35 AM truly inspirational in both form and context. congrats on your POTD designation!

Anne-Lise Andresen September 26, 2026 at 2:01 AM - Lovely written, Laura :) - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. :) - hugs

Karen Jones September 26, 2026 at 1:56 AM Beautifully written! Congratulations on potd!

Beryl Edmonds September 26, 2026 at 1:05 AM Lovely poetry Laura, congratulations on having received Poem of the Day… Beryl Laura Leiser September 26, 2026 at 9:57 AM Thank you, Beryl!

Tom Cunningham September 26, 2026 at 12:32 AM Your strong faith shines through in your verse Laura, congratulations to you on today's POTD honour. Tom🌹 Laura Leiser September 26, 2026 at 9:56 AM Thank you, Tom. So surprised by getting POTD! But happy it’s for expressing my faith. :)

Tom Valles September 24, 2026 at 7:01 PM Laura, what a gathering awaits us indeed! What a powerful, clear and inviting piece. Another FAV from you. 🙂 I love the "sin's deadly stains washed away." Glory to God! Laura Leiser September 24, 2026 at 8:37 PM Thank you, Tom, for your kind comments and the fave! I am truly honored that you liked this. I’m so grateful we both know and love our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! :)