Christian Ode Poems

In Bethlehem's manger, a humble abode, 
A savior was born, the son of our God.
No sleigh bells, no reindeer, just a star shining bright, 
Guiding...

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Ode to Pain:
Springing forth and flowing in energetic liquidity. Emotions in motion in chasms far reaching me. 
Of hearts preaching unbalanced in teaching thee. Lessons...

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God be praised for our Pastor’s wife
Virtuous woman* exuded by her countenance
Paragon of spiritual lady’s blest fullness indeed
Fulfilling roles with feminine elegance
Graciously living according to...

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Oh, most precious were the hours we shared But
they are now gone, and I can no longer benefit from
their experience, but in the eyes of...

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A sign, slanted rays in mid-morning hour.
Opening of tomb
with power.
Before it spoke, was hidden in tree’s womb -
scar of wood,
in tandem two parts.
Much like the...

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The writer in me says I must be,                 ...

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hello Bob
Ten grammys!
And you are a Christian!
The Times They are a Chang'n
You have an Academy award too?
Blow'n in the Wind
Your parents must be proud!...

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Expressing praises for the Almighty
David declared Creator’s sovereignty.  

Exposing gratefulness to God above
he earnestly proclaimed the Saviour’s love.

Extolling greatness of the Providence
he hailed the...

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His knowledge was his untapped wellspring,
After 93 years of learning anew;
He valued knowing something about everything, 
From construction & farming, to baseball & screws. 

Early...

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As staple food* for my soul, irresistible
Bread of life --- indeed perfectly infallible
Chewable, appetizing midst wondrous sweetness
Delectable with much honey-glazed graciousness…
Ever tasty to my heart...

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Without faith is anything true?
Does the heart truly feel?
Does the mind know what is real?
Does the soul express its joy…
Through laughter and enthusiasm?

Without faith is...

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Glorious lover, heartbeat of my hope
Pour out your joy on me,
Color me in hues of praise and worship
Remind me why I yearn for you
The One...

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“Serving the Lord with all humility of mind, and with many tears, and temptations…”  Acts 20:19 of the King James Version

Fulfilling God’s perfect will...

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I  cannot recall my very first place 
as a baby I did not know my home; 
a new baby's room dressed with pretty lace...

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It is a beautiful spring morning,                   ...

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