Reading through the last four entries in my journal, God brought inspiration to bring this praise to Him. There entries provide the bulk of the this poem, along with a few selected writings of Apostle Peter. I hope this poem sustains hope in you during your daily journey. During Lenten season, we are reminded of the hope we receive through Jesus’ walk to an old rugged Cross.
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With God’s truth leading us
Our faith growing each day
Fueled by our Lord above
Hope responds, let us pray
God guides with steadiness
Navigating our ship
Through ever-present storms
Safe on our Lord’s flagship
Life-giving hearts may hide
Our emotional selves
Yet, other times we find
God’s Word within ourselves
Sometimes, life proclaims
Our “red badge of courage”
Straight into inner souls
Our faith will encourage
Much like a frigid wind
Freezing our tender face
Life challenges us to bear
Torment covered by Grace
Through our Father’s mercy
A new birth, a living hope
Jesus . . . Resurrection
Life viewed through a new scope
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From 1 Peter 1:3-5: “Blessed be the God and Father our Lord Jesus Christ! By His great mercy He has given us a new birth into a living hope through the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you, who are being protected by the power of God through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.”
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Life viewed through a scope of hope. The hope of Christ resurrected and now dwelling within us.
Beautiful piece Ricchard my big brother.
How is the sky in your sphere?
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Hussein, it is always a pleasure to hear from you. Thanks for responding to this poem. I am safe and healthy, and I hope you are doing the same in your own sphere of the world. These are certainly challenging times to our mental, physical, and emotional well-being. God’s peace!
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This is a wonderful uplifting poem! May God bless you and your family! 🙂
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Susan, I appreciate you taking time to read and respond. I have found much of my writing leaning into faith and hope. God’s peace!
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Truly comforting and uplifting. Thank you God bless you, sweetie!
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Pat, I appreciate you sharing some thoughts. Much of my recent poetry has focused on themes such as faith and hope. We will make it through this together with God at our side. God’s peace!
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Wonderful praise in poetry form. Very lovely peaceful peace. Thank you. Blessings to you.
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Suzette, I always appreciate your thoughts. Much of my recent writings have centered around faith and hope, which seems to be a common theme during these days. God’s peace!
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Excellent.
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Bonnie, I appreciate you reading. I hope my recent writings have filled you with faith in our Lord who continues to build up our hope. God’s peace!
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Yes, Hope is a ray of light in the storm.
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Amen….may our Living Jesus Christ be forever our Guide.
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Said with such hope. Thanks Leola.
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Believing is a choice, and I choose to believe. There is hope in that choice.
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Amen! Thanks for your affirmation. Are you still working on your masters, or have you returned to the classroom?
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I decided to focus on my masters for now. I finish next May.
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This touched my soul, Richard. What a lovely poem speaking to the hearts of all who will read. Thanks and blessings.
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Renee, thanks for sharing how this poem reached out to you. I write a great about hope, and it will continue to be a featured theme of my Christian poetry. God’s grace and peace continues to guide us.
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