Best Reproving Poems
Sweet laughter and devotion, I have shared with none.
This restless heart so tired, of being all alone.
I’ve tried the life of Paul, but it gave not enough.
My heart is overflowing with aching, needful love.
Lord, bring me a companion, but not just any man.
He must be one of valor, or leave me as I am.
Make him strong as Moses, a leader in Your truth.
And I will stand beside him, that I may be his Ruth.
Someone to correct me in, things I need to know;
Reproving me, thus gently, in order that I grow.
Bring me one like Jonathan, loyal to the end;
And I will love forever, this man that is my friend.
Even in the hard times, he will choose to stay;
And we will seek for healing, together, as we pray.
A Boaz to protect me, in safety He will lead,
That I may rest completely, in all that my heart needs.
Someone true like Joseph, my words he will believe;
His faithfulness long-lasting, when others would deceive.
And don’t forget Dear John, his loving heart’s embrace;
With eyes that will behold me, in honor, truth, and grace.
But mostly find the heart, of Jesus that forgives;
Then, with this man you bring me, forever I will live.
Categories:
reproving, devotion, faith, hope, husband,
Form:
Couplet
Midst Monday bouts in work arena
knocking body with fatigue angst…
God’s victory* strengthens my faith to keep pressing on.
Though Tuesday schedule seems to fail
frustrating mind against planning zest…
The Lord revives my spirit as a warrior marching forward.
When Wednesday pursuits become futile
with routine turning toward torturous ennui…
Christ rejuvenates my soul against insistent boredom.
Trying Thursday times intensified by deadline pressure
test patience succumbing to fruitlessness’ blight…
The Saviour props my commitment for life-building endeavours.
Frustrating Friday obscures sublime vision
while carnality attacks what is divine…
Light of the Sovereign illumines my heart, seeking what’s heavenly.
Sometimes, Saturday tempts with slothfulness’ convenience
bringing guilt of worthlessness’ pangs…
Forgiving Master offers help, empowering my zeal for faithful service.
Since Sunday expectations shout sincere worship
unmasking hypocrisy, reproving skepticism and doubt…
The Holy Ghost* grips my trust, hoisting it by His grace and love.
*1Corinthians 15:57 But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
(This “busy week” has made me weary; and I thank the Lord for enabling me to make it… to be able to sing “It is no Secret What God Can Do” during our ministry live broadcast.)
July 4, 2020
1st place, "STRAND completely new (5) any theme any form" Poetry Contest Sponsored by Brian Strand; judged on 7/6/2020.
Categories:
reproving, blessing, christian, faith, god,
Form:
Tristich
Squeaky and his buddies resided somewhere deep within the church's organ.
That elusive rodent was the bane of the pastor, The Reverend Doctor Morgan!
The reverend almost lost his religion a time or two dealing with sneaky Squeaky,
Since he and his troublesome pals at inopportune times could be rather cheeky!
The doughty Ladies Aid Committee "religiously" prepared the communion bread.
There were 500 saints at The First Baptist Church whose souls must be fed.
For Communion Sunday, each Saturday they stored the bread on kitchen shelves.
'Twas an invitation for Squeaky and his squad to "commune" and gorge themselves!
The formidable Miss Freda Wringerhands had been the organist for forty years.
Hitting a wrong note on the old pump organ was one of her greatest fears!
She was puzzled by a strange "mousy" squeak that was occasionally heard.
The reverend doctor gave her a very reproving glare whenever that occurred!
Just as the reverend doctor finished his prayer and prepared to preach,
A screech awoke Mr. Clyde Backslider who shouted, "son uvva beech!"
His wife Grace fled down the aisle screaming, "Lord, have mercy on me!"
Squeaky had abruptly scaled her panty hose and was playing about her knee!
The Reverend Doctor Morgan did all he could to bring about Squeaky's demise,
But his kith and kin multiplied and produced generations of impish mice!
With the antics of Squeaky the tolerant congregation was somewhat bemused,
But the long-suffering Reverend Doctor Morgan was not at all amused!
Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired
© All Rights Reserved
Categories:
reproving, funnyprayer,
Form:
Rhyme
Plucked i am,
From the flowering mopane
By the mother of the mischievous ones,
Only to be reduced
To a reproving stick.
Safe and secure i am,
Or rather i think i am
In my seemingly fortified pod.
Later disposed into the arid savannah
Where the hooves of migrating buffaloes
Forcibly crush me out
Seeding me into the infertile sands.
Scorched by the tropical heat
Patiently i wait,
For the refreshing summer drizzles
Giving back the hope of life.
Braving the blazing heat
I struggle out of the soil.
So that i can start my own.
Facing the new environs with the naivety
Of a chick just out of a shell
Trying to stand on my own
I become food of antelopes
Returning back to mortality.
Learnmore Nyoni 2014 (c)
Categories:
reproving, grief,
Form:
Verse
Bidding farewell to worldliness' festival
I turn to Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God*, Source of spiritual revival...
He graciously wrought great changes in my life by His grand arrival
Assuring me salvation from hell’s condemnation and sinful survival
Giving me glorious life eternal, enabling my divine blessed upheaval.
Saying goodbye to pride-caused blindness
I move on, thanking the Almighty for illumining by His loving kindness…
Healing my soul’s iniquity-afflictions with His wondrous forgiveness
Clearing my blurred vision through His wisdom’s counseling brightness
Upholding my biblical faith, subduing my skepticism and doubtfulness.
Lingering midst serene adieu-flight after parting from selfishness-blight
I praise the omnipotent Creator-Lord midst His holiness-might…
Smiting my vain arrogance to yield humbly to His supreme sovereign height
Reproving my grievous disobedience, leading me to His will, perfectly right
Bracing me upon His strength so I can serve Him with joyous delight.
*John 1:36 And looking upon Jesus as he walked, he saith, Behold the Lamb of God!
August 30, 2019
Edited on July 11, 2022
Categories:
reproving, appreciation, blessing, christian, faith,
Form:
Rhyme
Plucked i am,
From the flowering mopane
By the mother of the mischievous ones,
Only to be reduced
To a reproving stick.
Safe and secure i am,
Or rather i think i am
In my seemingly fortified pod.
Later disposed into the arid savannah
Where the hooves of migrating buffaloes
Forcibly crush me out
Seeding me into the infertile sands.
Scorched by the tropical heat
Patiently i wait,
For the refreshing summer drizzles
Giving back the hope of life.
Braving the blazing heat
I struggle out of the soil.
So that i can start my own.
Facing the new environs with the naivety
Of a chick just out of a shell
Trying to stand on my own
I become food of antelopes
Returning back to mortality.
Learnmore Nyoni 2014 (c)
Categories:
reproving, grief,
Form:
Verse
June 5 Scripture Meditations Based on Psalms 138-140
Key Verse – Psalm 138:8 The LORD will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O LORD, endureth forever…
MY GOD, THANK YOU FOR PERFECTING THAT WHICH CONCERNS ME
Thank You for perfecting that which concerns me by Your grace
With my whole heart, I sing praise unto You in running life’s race
You always strengthen me through Your might’s brace
Never failing to help me midst afflictions’ trace.
Thank You for perfecting that which concerns me by Your holiness
With my salvation-propped faith, I worship You, devoid of selfishness
You always sanctify me in Your righteousness
Never abandoning me to wallow in sinfulness.
Thank You for perfecting that which concerns me by Your deliverance
With my heaven-bound future, I cling to You and Your assurance
You always uphold me midst fear-appearance
Never forsaking me to face challenges alone with Your forbearance.
Thank You for perfecting that which concerns me by Your preservation
With my ransomed soul, I rejoice in You and Your redemption
You always keep me around Your will’s protection
Never neglecting me to suffer grievous persecution.
Thank You for perfecting that which concerns me by Your leadership
With my blissful spirit, I follow You in my stewardship
You always guide me inside Your fellowship
Never hurting me to lament in loneliness offered by worldly friendship.
Thank You for perfecting that which concerns me by Your reproving
With my biblical conviction, I honour You along standards’ paving
You always teach me principles worth-having
Never insulting me to lose confidence in all-out sacrificial giving.
June 5, 2022
Categories:
reproving, blessing, christian, faith, god,
Form:
Rhyme
Seeking God* is great since it brings me spiritual revival...
He graciously wrought changes in my life by His grand arrival
He assured me salvation from hell’s condemnation and sinful survival
Giving me life eternal, assuring me heavenly and divine upheaval.
Communing with God is a special event to me constantly...
As He reminds me to live by faith continuously
And leads me through His Word of truth ceaselessly
So I can obey Him, relying on His faithful ways confidently.
Meeting God is grand moment, as He shows me His loving kindness...
Healing my soul’s affliction with His forgiveness
Clearing my blurred vision thru His wisdom’s enlightening brightness
Caring for me, lifting me from my weakness.
Drawing near God is vital while I trust the power of His might...
Smiting my arrogance in my submission to His sovereignty’s height
Reproving me of my disobedience to bring me to what’s right
Upholding me in His strength so that I can always walk in His light.
Fellowshipping with God is remarkable, making me Spirit-filled...
While He talks to me in prayer that causes me to be soul-stilled
He deals with me by His precepts, correcting my being self-willed
So I can delight in Him fully – living for Him, so divinely-thrilled.
Abiding in God is a wondrous time toward divine winning...
To bring the lost to the Savior Who can rescue them from sinning
To fulfill my part for the Great Commission along His consistent training
And help build lives for His glory with His love, constraining.
Togetherness with God is necessary so I can overcome temptation...
Despite offenses, my Father works for my character-transformation
Amidst troubles, my Comforter cheers me, with His joy and compassion
In my struggles, my Lord fights for me, along His peace and protection.
*Psalm 63:1-2 O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.
April 30, 2018
Categories:
reproving, appreciation, blessing, christian, faith,
Form:
Rhyme
Our Redeemer Jesus Christ is the God of our salvation…
His compassion works in us with His wondrous perfection
Great is His faithfulness in rescuing us from hell’s condemnation
Toward heavenly kingdom of scriptural instruction.
Our Saviour Jesus Christ, the reason for Christmas, indeed blesses…
His love mends us with His strengthening braces
Great is His power in transforming us from idolatry’s curses
Toward grateful worship of sincere praises.
Our Lord Jesus Christ grants righteous settlement…
His grace secures us with His steadfast commitment
Great is His holiness in cleansing us from worldliness’ ailment
Toward sanctified service of eternal investment.
Our Friend, Jesus Christ, exemplifies humbleness…
His goodness restores us with His ready forgiveness
Great is His meekness in reproving us from ambition’s haughtiness
Toward willing obedience of joyful submissiveness.
Our Sanctifier, Jesus Christ, sanctifies us from pride’s spoilage…
His kindness preserves us with His worthy heritage
Great is His light in exposing us from humanism’s damage
Toward victorious surrender of humble courage.
Our Victor, Jesus Christ, shields us from Satan’s darts…
His deliverance shields us with His mighty ramparts
Great is His protection in driving us from evil-destructions’ starts
Toward guided steps of guarded hearts.
Our Life, Jesus Christ, meets our needs throughout eternity…
His provisions fill us with His sufficient bounty
Great is His wisdom in directing us from poverty’s calamity
Toward blessed contentment of diligent duty.
*Jeremiah 50:34 Their Redeemer is strong; the LORD of hosts is his name…
December 25, 2019
Categories:
reproving, bible, blessing, christian, faith,
Form:
Rhyme
February 5 Relationship to God Bible Meditations Based on Leviticus 16-18
Key Verse– Leviticus 17:5 To the end that the children of Israel may bring their sacrifices, which they offer in the open field, even that they may bring them unto the LORD…
LORD GOD, YOU ARE MY OFFERINGS’ BLESSER
Lord God, You are the Blesser of my offerings
While You accept me before Your mercy seat
Thank You for forgiving my sins that cause my spiritual defeat
As I repent from vain pursuits of futile treat…
Help me present my life before You, and receive Your divine revival heat.
Lord God, You are the Blesser of my offerings
While You smell my prayer’s sweet incense
Thank You for reproving my bad testimony that disregards Your presence
As I repent from remaining in evil influence-essence…
Help me saturate my soul in Your holiness-effervescence.
Lord God, You are the Blesser of my offerings
While You cleanse me fully
Thank You for dealing with my confessed iniquities I admit honestly
As I repent from wandering in the wilderness of selfishness vainly…
Help me put on my service-garments of Your righteousness daily.
Lord God, You are the Blesser of my offerings
While You speak unto me Your commandment
Thank You for sanctifying my heart from worldly defilement
As I repent from sojourning in discontentment…
Help me bring my desires into Your favour toward my fulfillment.
Lord God, You are the Blesser of my offerings
While You approve me by Your compassion-filled sacrifice
Thank You for checking my thoughts of imagination’s device
As I repent from not meditating Your truth of great price…
Help me submit my mind to Your guiding advice.
Lord God, You are the Blesser of my offerings
While You instruct me to walk in Your ordinances
Thank You for rebuking my proud performances
As I repent from compromising with humanistic glances…
Help me value my inheritance that Your wisdom enhances.
Lord God, You are the Blesser of my offerings
While You guard me against confusion
Thank You for leading me to Your will for my sincere devotion
As I repent from committing displeasing action and reaction…
Help me keep my faith to do my part in Your great commission.
February 5, 2023
Categories:
reproving, blessing, christian, faith, god,
Form:
Rhyme
July 6 Scripture Meditations Based on Proverbs 29
Key Verse – Proverbs 29:13 The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes.
MY GOD, THANK YOU FOR LIGHTENING MY EYES
Thank You for lightening my eyes with Your wisdom-illumination
In reproving me against sins’ manifestation
To make me righteous midst iniquities’ abomination…
So I can rejoice in Your assured salvation.
Thank You for lightening my eyes with Your justice-holiness
In sanctifying me against worldliness’ filthiness
To make me clean midst corruption’s wickedness…
So I can repent through Your abounding forgiveness.
Thank You for lightening my eyes with Your vision-purity
In guarding me against defilements’ infirmity
To make me virtuous midst chastity’s uncertainty…
So I can stand by Your upholding integrity.
Thank You for lightening my eyes with Your goodness-grace
In separating me against poverty’s trace
To make me contented midst scarcity’s brace…
So I can continue through Your directing rays.
Thank You for lightening my eyes with Your kindness-beholding
In protecting me against heart’s backsliding
To make me steadfast midst pride’s unfolding…
So I can follow Your instructive commanding.
Thank You for lightening my eyes with Your authority-leadership
In guiding me against critics’ friendship
To make me obedient midst stewardship’s partnership…
So I can delight in Your sweet fellowship.
Thank You for lightening my eyes with Your truth-mercy
In providing for me against needs’ insufficiency
To make me blessed midst prayer’s fervency…
So I can persevere by Your faithful clemency.
July 6, 2022
Categories:
reproving, blessing, christian, faith, god,
Form:
Rhyme
February 6 Relationship to God Bible Meditations Based on Leviticus 19-21
Key Verse – Leviticus 19:2 Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say unto them, Ye shall be holy: for I the LORD your God am holy.
LORD GOD, YOU ARE MY HOLINESS SOURCE
Lord God, You are my holiness Source
Who keeps me in Your righteousness
Thank You for reproving my idolatry and its foolishness
Ready to grant me peace with divine calmness
Surely causing me to remain in Your revival fire’s zealousness.
Lord God, You are my holiness Source
Who instills in me Your truth-delight
Thank You for chaining me to Your freedom along service-height
Ready to forgive me of my confessed sin of filthy blight
Surely purging me to bear fruits with Your grace-might.
Lord God, You are my holiness Source
Who protects me from compromises’ destruction
Thank You for protecting me from lustfulness-abomination
Ready to correct me against stewardship-malfunction
Surely pulling me from downfall of arrogant reaction.
Lord God, You are my holiness Source
Who comforts me with Your care
Thank You for sustaining my needs with Your provision-welfare
Ready to straighten me through Your illumining stare
Surely separating me from worldliness and its devouring dare.
Lord God, You are my holiness Source
Who consecrates me thru Your anointing
Thank You for preserving my testimony against fleshly flirting
Ready to cleanse me of my admitted carnal hitting
Surely healing me from affliction’s melting.
Lord God, You are my holiness Source
Who washes me from transgression’s defilement
Thank You for sanctifying my heart from guilt’s impairment
Ready to cover with me Your blood and its empowerment
Surely enclosing me around Your compassion’s fulfillment.
Lord God, You are my holiness Source
Who appraises me of my superfluity
Thank You for aiding me in my brokenness caused by iniquity
Ready to accept me of my favorable offerings with sincerity
Surely providing me with Your satisfaction’s bounty.
February 6, 2023
Categories:
reproving, blessing, christian, faith, god,
Form:
Rhyme
The course, ne'er bar the word enforce
that war is the ensemble, sad endorse,
and lawless art resembles tithing's source,
that then I fight for truth, however coarse!
That madness of engender stays remorse,
no cure could grasp asunder's reinforce,
hurt follows hurt, and wonder hides resource
so that this fear of plunder halts recourse!
This conqueror's theme, this dunder stales exhort,
the slap upon the hand, the blow's report,
reproving's cursed command, resolved report
does start again, the band of battles fort ~
with "triumph's reprimand" . . . . war . . . . still the sort!
Categories:
reproving, religion, slam, warwar, war,
Form:
Monorhyme
God be thanked for my spiritual revival
He graciously wrought in my life by His grand arrival
When He saved me from hell’s damnation and sinful survival
Granting me life eternal, assuring me heavenly and divine upheaval.
God be thanked for my revival constantly
As He reminds me to live by faith continuously
And leads me through His Word of truth ceaselessly
So I can abide in Him, relying on His faithful ways confidently.
God be thanked for my revival by His loving kindness
Healing my carnality-afflicted blindness with His forgiveness
Clearing my blurred vision thru His wisdom’s enlightening brightness
Caring for me with His compassion, uplifting me from me from my weakness.
God be thanked for His revival in the power of His might
Smiting my arrogance to submit to His sovereignty’s height
Reproving me of my disobedience to bring me to what’s right
Upholding me in His strength so that I can always walk in His light.
God be thanked for my revival, making me Spirit-filled
While He meets me in prayer that causes me to be soul-stilled
He deals with me by His precepts, correcting my being self-willed
So I can submit to Him fully, loving and living for Him, so blessedly-thrilled.
God be thanked for my revival as He enables me to go soulwining
To bring the lost to the Savior Who can transform them from sinning
To fulfil my part for the Great Commission along His consistent training
And help build lives for His glory thru His church, with His love, constraining.
God be thanked for my revival subduing Satan’s temptation
Despite offences, my Father works for my character-transformation
Amidst troubles, my Comforter* cheers me, with His joy and compassion
In my struggles, my Lord fights for me, granting me His peace and protection.
*Isaiah 51:3 For the LORD shall comfort Zion: he will comfort all her waste places...
October 27, 2018
Categories:
reproving, blessing, christian, faith, god,
Form:
Rhyme
A bookworm since I have learned to read well
I’d devour leaves which printed knowledge grants
feasting on sumptuous reading delights
to appease cravings of perusal buds...
hence, books as gifts are my precious treasures.
Amidst spiritual metamorphosis
blessed transformation in Christ gripped me
when by faith I trusted the Saviour God
Who offered redemption’s love, grace and joy
through Book of Life He perfectly authored.
With divine freedom, I keep on venturing toward the eternal
propelled by wings of wisdom against fears
thanking the Lord Who authored the Book for mankind
“Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth”
the Bible --- inspired, revealed Word of God.
Complete as milk and meat for soul’s growth gain
great Book nurtures the spirit with virtues
exposing transgressions as mirror does
in reproving, warning, checking the heart…
I welcome in meditating its texts.
Thankful for the Scriptures’ nourishing power
I praise the Almighty with His revival omnipotence
strengthening, sustaining, satisfying
toward meaningful optimum service
while abiding in the Book of the Law.*
Today, I do strive to share the Book’s message
reigning with hope, propped by God’s compassion
prevailing over doubts upon His truth
vanquishing deceit through His assurance ---
that’s my testimony… and grateful for the Word of God I possess.
*Joshua 1:8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.
May 17, 2021
1st place, "ALL YOURS (Jun 12)" Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Brian Strand; judged on 6/12/2021.
Categories:
reproving, bible, christian, faith, god,
Form:
Free verse