Every day we walk among the demons.
Unseen, they’re the evil
hiding from the light.
Walk with goodness shining in your heart,
for evil cannot maim
a soul that’s doing right.
Know that he who shepherds you will be there.
His grace is your salvation
in the righteous fight.
Fear no evil; keep your faith and walk
uprightly, praying for
God’s guidance in your plight.
With the brightest light man could ever know,
( though you die) believe
your demons God shall smite.
Categories:
uprightly, evil, light,
Form: Rhyme
I'M A CRICKET
I feel like a cricket
Tucked away in the thicket
But with a brave mindset
to put up new verses
radiating with the rays
Of the sun that rises
in the deep west.
Indeed I'm a cricket,
So uprightly prostrate
Dressed and wingless
but calmly seated
On muscular hind legs
In my weakness strengthened:-
In bravery to escape.
In essence
I feel so great
Blessed with long legs
So hoarse in my long neck
Such a golden voice to envy
As I hop across countries
A sevenling to sing.
Categories:
uprightly, 12th grade, allusion, analogy,
Form: Free verse
The Lord God shines like the sun
amidst the beautiful bright blue sky
the Psalmist strikes a lyrical chord
brings divine favour with splendour on high
The Lord God gives grace so plenteous
always sufficient for whatever you need
all of this brings God His own glory
it all started with just a single seed
The Lord God is the author of all good
everything He creates is simply superb
invites all to come and receive
God's very best makes you want to serve
The Lord God looks for the upright
seeking them out for His own plan
being found in the will of God
such blessings come for the faithful stand
The uptight receive all that's good
such goodness comes from God alone
this is sheer mercy and benevolent love
such love Jesus came for our sins to atone
(For the Lord God is a sun and shield;
the Lord bestows favour and honour.
No good thing does he withhold
from those who walk uprightly.)
Psalm 84: 11(ESV)
Categories:
uprightly, bible, spiritual, uplifting,
Form: Rhyme
Sharing
expresses love
surmounting selfishness
marked by compassionate act midst
giving.
God’s grace
flows smoothly well
offered freely to each
poured through divine vessel to give
to all.
Mercy
of the Lord shines
radiating great hope
as we share it with others now
and then.
Kindness
continually
reigns while rippling always
with gratitude since sharing deeds
prevail.
Virtue
caught from parents
learned, practiced and applied
sharing, giving with faith's joy does
praise God.
*Psalm 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
April 23, 2023
2nd place, "Five Lines-Short and Sweet" Cinquain Poetry Writing Contest Sponsored by Oliver Mckeithan; judged on 2/4/2025
1st place, "Traditional Cinquain" Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Sotto Poet; judged on 4/27/2023.
Categories:
uprightly, blessing, christian, faith, giving,
Form: Cinquain
Christ’s power dwells in the sun with ship’s drums
In blazing glory without shame
Showing its greatness even when dawn comes
To blaze greater than any man-made flame
This sun gives wisdom her fame with the stars
Christ’s wisdom dwells in the moon uprightly
Wisdom does not shine as brightly
Subtlety and humbleness shine as whole
Unveiling how it shines greater nightly
Than the electric workings of man’s soul
Categories:
uprightly, jesus, moon, nature, power,
Form: Dizain
Sought by the Lord to nestle in His grace
My soul now finds belongingness serene
Secured around warmth of divine embrace
Orphaned no more against abandoned scene.
Midst God’s compassion assuring my heart
I rejoice to receive pardon divine
Settling me from sins by mercy’s rampart
As confession prevails over pride-whine.
Grateful to the Father’s adoption seal
Making me blessed heir through trust earnest
My blissful spirit worships in truth zeal
While serving with faith of triumphant zest.
My life I offer in running life’s race
Sought by the Lord to nestle in His grace*.
*Psalm 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
May 23, 2022
Edited on December 6, 2022
10th place, "Thought rested awareness" Poetry Writing Premiere Contest
Sponsored by Unseeking Seeker; judged on 12/11/2022.
Categories:
uprightly, blessing, christian, faith, god,
Form: Sonnet
Love is my Prop
I've fallen in love with a four wheeled prop
And I am walking along with a bop
I thought long and hard
Now it's my safeguard
Together we make a gruesome bellhop.
I wondered maybe it'd make me look old
But then perhaps I am old, all things told
I feel quite sprightly
Now stand uprightly
Things have improved a hundredfold, I'm sold.
They do say that pride comes before a fall
I’ll tell you that is true for one and all
With my wheels I shop
Held up by my prop
Furthermore we’re in for quite a long haul.
4th March 2022
Categories:
uprightly, encouraging, inspirational,
Form: Limerick
O Christ Child Devine
One enchanted night came sweet Angel singing
Proclaiming peace was descending down to earth
On wings of love a baby boy was winging
Souls filled with mirth rejoiced the holy birth
The Saviour arrived to a bright new dawning
Faith and hope appeared as Mary’s boy was born
Bowed down on knees in praise that Christmas morning
Christ Child Divine, unto you our souls are sworn
O Christ, Holy Christ, O Christ Child Divine
Son of God your beacon of light gleams brightly
Beaming through our heart, spirit, soul and mind
We will serve you all we can uprightly
As did Wise Men following a star, as they’d been assigned
Kings of orient made that journey too
And shepherds who’d been on watch all night through
They all came bearing gifts as an offering
To a babe in a manger, Christ Child Devine
A babe in a manger, O Christ Child Devine.
8th December 2021
+ * + * +
(((( To be sung to the tune of “O Holy Night” ))))
Categories:
uprightly, child, christmas, parody,
Form: Lyric
Almighty blesses, cares, destructs every form generated.
His invisible juggle kindles lofty manifestations.
Nonpareil obeisance paid.
Quirky, reasonable, sublime traits uprightly venerated.
Wondrous X-factors yield Zen!
Alphabet Soup Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: William Kekaula
Date: 06-11-2021
Categories:
uprightly, god,
Form: Abecedarian
azure firmament
sun* rays reign amidst cloud bursts...
hope always prevails
*Psalm 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
January 25, 2021
Categories:
uprightly, appreciation, blessing, summer,
Form: Haiku
Never can dreaded oppressive oblivion
Order the blotting out of parents’ legacy poured into
Soul and heart of mine with memories so precious
Testifying faithful fellowship, forever triumphant
Affirming love, affectionately prevalent amidst nostalgia
Lingering in family bonds, beyond the temporal
Glowing against departure toward eternity --- bringing
Influence upon goodness’ impact, smiting “missing you” ennui
Cheering by God’s grace* along home-sweet-home lyric.
*Psalm 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
December 3, 2020
3rd place, "ANY NEW ACROSTIC ABOUT NOSTALGIA" Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Line Gauthier; judged on 1/9/2021.
Categories:
uprightly, blessing, christian, faith, god,
Form: Acrostic
Believe in God and put your trust in Him.
With faith, you’ll stumble not; nor will you plod.
Pray strongly though your problems seem too grim.
Uprightly walk the souls who talk with God.
God’s blessings He is eager to bestow.
*The Bible tells us: “Seek and ye shall find.”
From faithful hearts God’s living waters flow.
To know Him is to live with peace of mind.
*From Matthew 7:7
June 21, 2020
For Brian Strand's 'YOUR RHY-ME ' Poetry Contest
Categories:
uprightly, faith,
Form: Rhyme
Beseeching for genuine peace midst life's race
miserably breathing out despair sigh
afflicted by iniquity-virus...
oh, my heart longed for serene pardon's grace*
With lurking skepticism of pride trace
my mind wrestled against sure unbelief
instilling confusion and doubt-filled angst...
oh, my soul sought to lean upon truth's brace.
I was gripped with worldliness' crazy mace
and drifted** along sin-damnation flow
wallowing in depravity’s quagmire
oh, my faith yearned for God’s warm embrace.
Reached-out by Christ’s sacrifice in love's lace
I thank His sweet presence, ceaselessly nigh
securing me for blissful servant pace.
*Psalm 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
**“Down the street as I was drifting with the city's human tide.” (Joseph May)
March 26, 2020
3rd place, "Lines to Awaken Your Muse 2" Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Joseph May; judged on 4/3/2020.
Categories:
uprightly, blessing, christian, faith, god,
Form: Rhyme
Lord, I acknowledge Your grace* with thanksgiving
Along Your favor for my faithful cleaving
Subduing my pride and self-sufficiency’s vain striving...
While instructing me to offer to You my very best with sincere loving.
Always enable me to sacrifice joyously, grateful for the blessings I’m receiving.
Lord, I regard Your grace for my salvation’s honor
Along Your assurance of service-power ardor
Challenging my doubts and shameful valor...
While upholding my faith that’s performing by Your might’s fervor.
Always encourage me to abide in Your Word midst worldliness’ clamor.
Lord, I seek Your grace midst my worshipful praise
Along Your mercy to uphold me in the Christian race
Guarding me from tempters with all the weapons of deceit they raise…
While protecting me around Your peace, devoid of anxiety’s trace.
Always empower me to rejoice in You, enclosed in Your divine embrace.
*Psalm 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
August 22, 2019
Categories:
uprightly, appreciation, blessing, christian, god,
Form: Kyrielle
On the field of battle,
Young brave and strong,
We are stripling warriors,
Ready to bring it on!
We are fighting the darkness,
Piercing through with truth and light!
Charity is our standard,
Faith, courage and commitment our delight!
Captained by our King and Holy Commander,
We are guided by unconquerable right!
With flaming swords in hand,
This is the truth for which we fight!
Rising up to face the gauntlet of hell,
Yet we fear no death,
For we think upon our one true King,
And more firmly upon liberty than life!
We are true at all times,
In whatsoever things we are entrusted.
As disciples of truth and soberness,
We walk uprightly before Him.
We do not doubt,
God, will deliver us!
Our family, leaders and friends,
Have taught us to believe in Christ!
Bridge: (Said in a warrior’s voice)
With such miraculous strength,
And mighty power,
We did fall upon the enemy,
That we did frighten them exceedingly.
Oh what joy to be a warrior,
For not one soul shall be lost!
We will fight and win and never quit,
No matter what the cost!
Categories:
uprightly, analogy, faith, war,
Form: Lyric
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