Category Archives: poems
crawling thru the chaos
When the words of this poem were inspired three years ago, I would not have thought they’d be so relevant, so meaningful…still today. “If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face … Continue reading
nature awakens
as nature awakens life turns to the light bending its will farewell to the night branches and leaves sway to the sounds reaching toward heaven their own frequencies found while feathered wings and furried tails sing melodies of praise knowing … Continue reading
unseen tears
Written just prior to 2020, this poem speaks to the entire world now more than ever, where too many tears fall behind closed doors. Is there any one not hurting in some way, for way too many reasons? “The eyes … Continue reading
where does the poet go
my own prompt called ‘lack of inspiration’ so the poet in me does have a place to go to…the inspired word of God, pages for the weary soul ”The words of Adonai are pure words—like silver refined in an earthly … Continue reading
from storm to raging storm
”There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and the one who fears has not been made perfect in love.” I John 4:18 (TLV) Looking back at this poem … Continue reading
seek healing
More than ever people are in need of healing… hearts, bodies, minds and, most importantly, spiritual. This old ‘elfchen’ poem is timeless. A reminder to pray for souls all around us…everywhere. “Adonai my Lord, is my strength. He has made … Continue reading
looking back…and forward
When I am not creating, I am not moving forward. How about you? Going through my writings this poem stood out with a mention of the year 2020. Sorry, friends, none of us want to revisit that time slot! So … Continue reading
these crooked lines
‘crooked’ poetry prompt Cry those tears with Thanksgiving! What?? Yes, even tears are a gift from God. A side effect of my AI illness is dry eyes. Not fun. At all. I recently went thru a really tough time with … Continue reading
smoke and mirrors
Written for a poetry prompt ‘smoke and mirrors’… “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.” – 2 Timothy 2:15 … Continue reading
the great rescue
So this elfchen poem is a prayer answered. It’s a complete about face. And it’s made possible by the ultimate ‘rescue’. When Jesus willingly went to the cross, he became Rescuer to us all. He visited the depths of hell … Continue reading
treadin' on high 