Best Churches Poems
Devils Fill Churches
Say the ones from outside
I, on the other hand find sanctuary
From liberals who tell me how I must think
I only wish peace, good will and a wee bit of gods drink
I open my arms
I hug the entire world
I know there is evil and I know there is good
The paths are many, and I love those who see
Is not the path, but the destination and the destiny
I know I am human
I know I have sinned
I know that we all are made up of same universal cloth
I know, I know nothing, nothing at all
Other than kindness and to love others big or small
Like brothers and sisters together we stand tall
I am humbled when I see the poorest of humanity
Offer me comfort and his only blanket
I may not know what is up there in the stars
I know that kindness is never wrong here or on Mars
I love science and knowledge
I love the diversity of life
Yet some call me evil without ever knowing
The inner beauty in us all, that in the dusk of the evenings
You can see nature’s gifts and the universe still dreaming
Faith you see in not about gods calling
Faith is about the goodness of all of us collectively
Humanity
From sea to see
Categories:
churches, abuse, allah, angel, faith,
Form:
Free verse
I fear most Church steeples are drowning in sin
And like Country Clubs, cater to folks acting part,
Way too holy for sinner, too blessed to be sick,
Always blaming the victim, God’s grace a lost art.
The rich are the only ones sure of God’s love!
Though it's faux pas, reflection might still do them good.
In the poorest of sinners who wishes you well,
God embraces true saint for he's done all he could!
The rich overconfident, poor in the dumps,
God gets lost in the shuffle of privilege and blame
But the judgment of others is sin for us all,
Being rich can’t buy Halo, the poor own no shame.
If I attend church then because it is grand
Tell me how do I know I’m not worshiping wealth?
God's Word taught to grow riches or enrich the heart?
Does disciple need palace's comforts for health?
Collecting vast wealth just to hoard is a sin!
How’d you come by your talents, if not gift from God?
Do you find the best way or trust God for a plan?
Those who wait on the Lord feel OK being odd!
To find the right church though is simple in fact -
Humble is the right track, “Son of God” the right train!
You were loved long before His creation began,
Only sick people welcome, "God’s Grace" Church refrain.
Long Tooth
May 13, 2017
Categories:
churches, faith, journey, life,
Form:
Quatrain
A Big Problem In Churches Today…
There’s a big problem in churches deep within…
Very few preach on the topic of; “SIN.”
Sin is a very powerful and destructive force!
Many families are coming apart and ending in divorce!
Getting involved in perversions of various kinds…
Many are getting a garbage of filth in their minds!
Too many pastors are afraid to preach of a God who’s HOLY!
They remain silent and consider it a bunch of “baloney!
It’s just too easy to come and play “the Sunday game.”
But at home… Things are not the same!
Not everyone in church is doing fine and “o.k.”
It doesn’t matter how you listen or what you say!
God is a God of love but also of holiness too!
He wants the best kind of life for me and YOU!
He said to “take up the cross and come follow me!”
This is the only way we can be TOTALLY FREE!!!
Whatever sin or problem is “holding you down.”
Seek the awesome presence of Jesus that can be found!
If you can’t find his presence
in your church building…
Come to him in prayer!
Seek his power of forgiving!
He is God! There is NOTHING that you need to fear!
Through the blood of Jesus…
Your sins will disappear!
He is and will always reward those who diligently seek him!
All of your struggles you can put “beneath him!”
“Though your sins be as back as scarlet,
they can be as white like snow!”
Once you’ve met the master.
And the redeemer of your soul!
By Jim Pemberton
Categories:
churches, confusion, dedication, depression, devotion,
Form:
Rhyme
Many Churches Are In Bad Shape!!!
Is it any surprise that so many
churches are in a mess?
When many indulge in
“the sins of the flesh.”
What once was considered sacred and dear…
Is slowly, but surely, beginning to disappear.
Too many are walking…
as if they’re “totally blind “
Feasting in “shameful acts”
of just about every kind.
I often wonder; “what’s going on in people’s heads?”
As they so often defile their marriage beds…
As God looks down to earth…
What does he see?
So many of his children… Sinning blatantly…
Where is the call for repentance?
And God’s awesome holy power?
What if Christ came today? It could be this hour!
How many in church are
ready to go “this very instant?”
When it comes to living for God...
They appear to be resistant…
As we look at what many
churches are becoming…
First Peter reminds us that God’s
judgment is coming!
May there be a hunger for his
righteous way of living.
The church needs to come to him,,,
He is loving and forgiving!
Jesus is coming back for a bride…
Without a wrinkle or spot...
One that’s sold out to Jesus…
Sanctified. And blood bought!
By Jim Pemberton 07/23/15
Categories:
churches, america, christian, corruption, culture,
Form:
Rhyme
Rip the ropes to pieces,
Tear the bible to shreds?
Leave alone, dusty and unread
And soon the grip releases.
But his love never ceases.
And is held in my chest by threads.
As the numbers of evil increases,
I bleed many colors of reds.
All the loosened binding chains releases?
The hatred that spreads
With the evil things that are said.
When the line between heaven and hell creases...
The good in the world decreases.
Categories:
churches, faith, religionevil,
Form:
Rondeau
Many Churches Have Compromised The Gospel Of Jesus Christ!
There’s many churches all across this nation.
That have “dug in” to a compromising situation.
Prayer time is often traded for a “social event.”
A lot of their time for big parties is being spent.
Any kind of preaching on holiness is in the past.
Many want a very quick sermon, and want it FAST!
A message of love and acceptance seems to catch on.
“How dare we tell people how their living is wrong.”
“Just come as you are!” And you’ll leave just the same!
As so many are being pulled down by sins’ heavy chains!
The presence and power of God? It doesn’t seem to matter.
As many sit in the chairs, filled with gossip and chatter.
Perhaps the words; “Ichabod the glory has long departed.”
Should be written on the doors, before the service is started!
If you want “preachers with itching years.” You can find them!
If you want the truth and power of God… Perhaps remind them!
God’s not looking for fancy buildings or big denominations.
He’s sick and tired of the evil and wicked abominations!
Jesus is coming for a church washed in the blood of the lamb!
His message of truth and holiness… Do we understand???
Please come dear Lord, and purify us with your holy fire!
That daily honoring and serving you will be our desire!
Let’s not compromise the truth that God has given!
And experience the joy of being set free and forgiven!
It’s the builder, not the building the needs our attention!
And allow Jesus Christ to bring us in HIS holy direction!
By Jim Pemberton 06/26/14
Categories:
churches, christian, confusion, culture, faith,
Form:
Rhyme
Why Don’t Churches Preach On Sin?
I often wonder why many churches don’t preach on sin.
I think that many are worried they’ll “lose a friend.”
They’d rather preach and have people “fill in the lines.”
It’s very seldom that God’s word convicts their minds.
The pastor preaches and people have a good feeling.
But a sinful and messed up life is what’s revealing.
Many come with bondages and afflictions within.
They leave church unchanged and captive of SIN.
Victory in many churches hasn’t been completed.
As people go home on Sunday, with a life defeated.
It’s time we come back and serve the God of the Bible.
Let’s stop worshiping our flesh and the word’s false idols!
Repentance and sincere confession to God is the key.
To living the kind of life he wants for you and me!
It’s time that we’re not a slave to our selfish desires.
It’s time to come to the cross and lift Jesus up higher!
Where sin is, God’s grace is powerful and always abounds!
There’s an abundant life in Jesus waiting to be found!
Please come Lord Jesus! By your power,
convict us of sin!
That we may truly know that it means to be BORN AGAIN!
Living holy lives before God brings fellowship divine!
Let’s repent before Jesus!
While we still have the time!
By Jim Pemberton 10/02/16
Categories:
churches, america, confusion, faith, gospel,
Form:
Rhyme
Arson in the churches,
Who set up that service?
Bombs for God?
Wicked and odd!
Faith shall survive,
As we are alive,
Fire within,
Never growing dim.
God does not deserve,
Arson in the church.
Categories:
churches, america, betrayal, christian, discrimination,
Form:
Free verse
I entered Church “Ignited” once
Music caused my bones to dance
Although repeating choruses
Reminded me of old chants
Same music just went on and on
Beat was driven deep, through air
All Shouting, falling out was shown
Applause was the crowds prayer
Suddenly, the Crowd began to..
Run around the pews and scream
Forming large circles,two by two
Begging help to form the ring
Preacher slaps a womans forehead
Causing her to fall, and land
I retreated toward the door
Having seen all I could stand
Sandra Hudson 1/20/2012
Joe Maverick's Contemporary Contest
Categories:
churches, inspirational, religion,
Form:
Quatrain
The nearest town is 9 or 10 miles away.
There is no reason to go there every day.
This is farmland, deep in the heart of the country.
Here, most churches do not meet every Sunday.
It is in this quiet place that we have come to stay.
Distance and quietness are far more than just okay.
This charming place is filled with hospitality and tranquility.
It's a good place to be, even when the clouds turn grey.
But today, it's not about the weather that I wish to share.
This Sunday, I encountered 6 people and 7 church buildings.
Church buildings and church people are the story of my life.
It was not really dismay, but was a cause for which to pray.
Today is Sunday, and I went church hunting along the highway.
No. They were not the 7 churches of Asia spoken of in Scripture.
More precisely, I would call them the 7 churches of Holmes County.
It was not until the 7th church that I was able to enjoy fellowship.
I was very grateful to have found a nice place of word and worship.
But I must say that I treasure the rich and unique experience I had today.
Those dear Christians were an example of dedication to their Lord and His Church. I therefore rejoice in this memorable day. Amazingly, I nearly passed-up the last church.
042422PS
Categories:
churches, christian, dedication, jesus,
Form:
Verse
Jesus Needs to Cleanse The Sin In Our Churches Today!
Many in church allow things in their life, that don’t belong!
This is why they’re weak,
and not spiritually strong!
So much filth from the world is what’s often enjoyed…
While so many lives are being spiritually destroyed!
Even prayer time seems to be a “thing of the past.”
Many want “cheap thrills…” And they want them fast!
Any kind of holy living is often being replaced.
“Anything goes,” as long as it brings a “smiling face.”
“If it feels good, do it!” Seems to be the “new rule.”
“We don’t want to offend anyone.” “We want to be cool!”
Many want to have services that are called “contemporary.”
Whatever “peace” and “love,”
many have… Is just temporary!
Many don’t want to hear about God’s holy way of living.
“All is o.k.” As long as they go on Sunday and keep giving!
Any respect for God’s house is often “thrown out the door.”
God’s convicting presence, they don’t want anymore!
It’s about the numbers, and how many people come in…
“Let’s not offend anyone.” “Let’s no preach about sin!”
The truth of God’s word has too often been watered down.
Would God himself, would be welcomed on their side of town?
It’s time for a Holy Ghost shaking of the wickedness within!
It’s time we preach on what is holy, and what is SIN!
Judgment shall begin at God’s house. It’s almost here!
Christ is coming soon! His return is very near!
Please come Lord Jesus! And restore our churches today!
We need your cleansing power!
And our sins washed away!
By Jim Pemberton 05/10/13
Categories:
churches, christian, culture, faith, forgiveness,
Form:
Rhyme
Jesus Needs to Cleanse The Sin In Our Churches Today!
Many in church allow things in their life, that don’t belong!
This is why they’re weak,
and not spiritually strong!
So much filth from the world is what’s often enjoyed…
While so many lives are being spiritually destroyed!
Even prayer time seems to be a “thing of the past.”
Many want “cheap thrills…” And they want them fast!
Any kind of holy living is often being replaced.
“Anything goes,” as long as it brings a “smiling face.”
“If it feels good, do it!” Seems to be the “new rule.”
“We don’t want to offend anyone.” “We want to be cool!”
Many want to have services that are called “contemporary.”
Whatever “peace” and “love,”
many have… Is just temporary!
Many don’t want to hear about God’s holy way of living.
“All is o.k.” As long as they go on Sunday and keep giving!
Any respect for God’s house is often “thrown out the door.”
God’s convicting presence, they don’t want anymore!
It’s about the numbers, and how people come in…
“Let’s not offend anyone.” “Let’s no preach about sin!”
The truth of God’s word has too often been watered down.
Would God himself, would be welcomed on their side of town?
It’s time for a Holy Ghost shaking of the wickedness within!
It’s time we preach on what is holy, and what is SIN!
Judgment shall begin at God’s house. It’s almost here!
Christ is coming soon! His return is very near!
Please come Lord Jesus! And restore our churches today!
We need your cleansing power!
And our sins washed away!
By Jim Pemberton
Categories:
churches, bible, christian, confusion, corruption,
Form:
Rhyme
In the religion
Of the pigeon
Possessing a feathered pinion
Stands as proof of the opinion
That the pigeon holds dominion
Over all creation
For in the Holy Word
Of this enlightened bird
It is the avian creed,
That not intelligence, but speed
Is the gift that God decreed
For this, His chosen nation.
So in their highest perches
That serve them as their churches
The bird world’s chosen few
Will strut toward their pew
And with bowing neck will coo
In pious adulation.
© Barry Freeman - July 2016
Categories:
churches, atheist, bird, religion, satire,
Form:
Personification
Too Many Churches Are Becoming Political…
Have you noticed? This may seem to be “heretical.”
As more churches are becoming too “political”
What in the world are churches doing “for heaven’s sake.”
Do many in churches think about what’s at stake?
We’re to be the body of Christ with fellow believers.
Have we become like the “doormat sweepers?”
Rather than making Godly decisions and choices.
Too many in church listen to “outside voices.”
The politics of the day seem to “sweep the moment.”
Godly principles often take a “postponement.”
When churches govern by man’s “set of rules.”
The building has then become “a bunch of fools!”
Christ is coming for a church “washed in the blood of the lamb.”
The importance of Godly living… Many don’t understand!
A message of holiness and repentance need to be heard!
A deep passion and love for Christ is seldom stirred!
As many seek after their own doctrine and denomination...
Much of what’s happening has become an abomination!
It’s time to wake up and be filled with God’s awesome power!
Christ could come now! This could be the hour!
It’s time for Churches to be a Godly influence!
Taking a stand for God’s word and making a difference!
“Unless the lord builds the house… They labor in vain that build it.”
Christ must be the foundation!
His presence must completely fill it!
By Jim Pemberton
Categories:
churches, confusion, dedication, depression, devotion,
Form:
Rhyme
The Lord Jesus Christ foretold in Scripture of these end times events,
On the Mount of Olives Jesus told us to be careful and don't be tempted.
Our world as we know it is soon going to end, when the Messiah returns to earth.
His coming will be a dramatic thing for mankind, predicted long before our birth.
The generation, this last one, has a very real holocaust ahead, the signs are there.
Bible scholars call them the Heavenly signs, and most people don't care.
Fooled by false doctrine, false teachers, and false religions, the Pharisees of old,
Are still with us as the Holy Book of the Bible has constantly foretold.
Our Father is a wrathful God, He doesn't like false idols or false religions that teach
just that.
A man, just a man, is put into power over billions, and guess what?
Going into a church with images of saints, and prayers to Mary, God's mother is an
insult to Our Father.
Repetitious praying will give you nothing in His world, and the true Christians know
that, this I do gather.
When asked how to pray? Jesus said their is only one way' That is the"Our Father"
like He said.
So what is the good to pray to Jesus's mother when she lies like so many others
sleeping with the dead?
When I pray I pray as Jesus commanded me to do, and also to be patient for the end
is near,
To be vigilant like a watcher, for His return to His earthly place among us, the Bible
makes that perfectly clear.
It's not a genius here writing, I'm a simple man trying like you to understand.
I know this, I will always believe Our Savior Jesus Christ was not merely a man.
He was the Son of God, told His prophecy on the Mount of Olives long ago.
Telling us to read our Bibles and seek and He will teach us to be forgiving, loving,
caring people who will reign with God the father, Jesus, that much I do know'
Robert Ball
July 2, 2011
Categories:
churches, faithpeople, bible, bible, jesus,
Form:
Rhyme