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The Beauty of Christ’s Salvation: A Soul Transformed into a Vessel of Holy Zeal by Debbie Harris

02 Friday May 2025

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This Petrarchan sonnet celebrates the transformative power of Jesus’ salvation, depicting the miraculous renewal of a soul from sinfulness to holiness. In the octave (first eight lines), the soul is portrayed as lost in darkness, bound by sin’s guilt and chaotic passions, with no hope until Jesus intervenes with His merciful love. His grace dispels the shadows, initiating a divine transformation. The sestet (final six lines) describes the result: the soul, cleansed of its “sins and wayward fire,” becomes a new creation filled with holy desires to love and serve God. The sonnet concludes by praising the miracle of Christ’s grace, which triumphs over sin and death. Written in iambic pentameter with an ABAB CDCD EFEF GG rhyme scheme, the poem uses vivid imagery (e.g., storms, light, fire) to convey the dramatic shift from despair to divine purpose, emphasizing the beauty and power of redemption.

When lost in sin, the soul in darkness dwells,
A captive bound by chains of guilt and shame,
Its passions wild, like storms that surge and swell,
No hope to rise, no light to call by name.
Yet Jesus comes, with love that breaks the night,
His mercy soft, a whisper to the heart,
He speaks, and lo, the shadows flee in flight,
A new creation forms, a holy art.

The old is gone—its sins and wayward fire—
Replaced by joys divine, a sacred call,
His Spirit stirs the soul with pure desire,
To love, to serve, to give to Him our all.
O miracle of grace, His power to save,
Transforms the heart, victorious o’er the grave.

On Upholding God’s Command to Love and Forgive When Slander Destroys a Blameless Name, Rejecting Vengeance in Favor of Christ’s Mercy and Divine Justice by Debbie Harris

02 Friday May 2025

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The sonnet, titled “On Upholding God’s Command to Love and Forgive When Slander Destroys a Blameless Name, Rejecting Vengeance in Favor of Christ’s Mercy and Divine Justice,” explores the response to slander that ruins a reputation. It contrasts the worldly impulse to seek revenge by harming the slanderer with the righteous choice to follow God’s commands, rooted in Luke 6:33-36 (KJV). These commands urge loving enemies, blessing those who curse, and showing mercy without expecting reward, surpassing the transactional behavior even sinners exhibit. The poem depicts the righteous turning the other cheek, giving graciously, and bearing the pain of slander without spite, as taught by Christ. It concludes with a rejection of hate, a trust in God’s plan, and a commitment to leave judgment to Christ, the Son of Man, emphasizing peace through obedience to divine mercy and justice.

When slander’s poison taints a blameless name,
And vicious lies seek innocence to rend,
The world entices souls to play the game,
To crush the false in haste to make amend.
Yet God’s decree shines clear through hate’s disguise:
Bless those who curse, love foes with steadfast heart.
Though reputations fall beneath such lies,
The righteous shun the urge to tear apart.
For Christ commands to turn the stricken cheek,
To give with grace, yet seek no earthly gain.
His mercy bids the wronged His path to seek,
To bear the wound, yet let no spite remain.
Thus, scorning hate, they trust in heaven’s plan,
And leave all judgment to the Son of Man.

A Meditation on Luke 6:33, Wherein Christ Questions the Merit of Doing Good Solely to Those Who Return Kindness, Urging a Higher Love by Debbie Harris

02 Friday May 2025

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The sonnet, titled “A Meditation on Luke 6:33, Wherein Christ Questions the Merit of Doing Good Solely to Those Who Return Kindness, Urging a Higher Love,” reflects on Luke 6:33 (KJV), which challenges the value of doing good only to those who reciprocate, as even sinners do this. It critiques the ease of transactional kindness, noting that such acts lack true merit since they are common and self-serving. The poem contrasts this with Christ’s call to a higher, selfless love—exemplified by blessing enemies and giving without expecting reward. It concludes by urging readers to transcend selfish deeds and embrace a purer love that aligns with divine virtue, promising spiritual fulfillment.

What merit lies in kindness to the kind,
When sinners mirror such with equal ease?
To love but those who love, the heart is blind,
For selfish deeds like these can never please.
To lend with hope of gain, what thanks are due?
The worldly barter thus, expecting pay.
But Christ commands a love both pure and true:
To bless the foe, to give, yet seek no gain.
No recompense on earth need we pursue,
For heaven’s prize awaits the merciful soul.
Like God, who loves the wicked and unjust,
We show His grace, and thus our hearts make whole.
So let us love as He, with mercy free,
And children of the Highest we shall be.

I Will Bless the Lord Who Has Given Me Counsel by Debbie Harris

02 Friday May 2025

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This Shakespearean sonnet, inspired by Psalm 16:7-9 (KJV), expresses heartfelt praise for God’s guidance, steadfast presence, and the joy and hope they bring. The speaker blesses the Lord for His wise counsel, which illuminates their path and guides them, especially in quiet moments of reflection. By keeping God ever in focus, the speaker finds unshakable strength and confidence, unaffected by fear. This faith results in a joyful heart, a spirit lifted in praise, and a body resting securely in God’s grace. The sonnet concludes by affirming God as a constant source of joy and peace, leading the speaker to eternal tranquility. Written in iambic pentameter with an ABAB CDCD EFEF GG rhyme scheme, the poem uses serene imagery (e.g., “lights my way,” “quiet night,” “boundless grace”) to convey a universal, uplifting message without assuming life’s struggles, making it accessible and hopeful for all readers.

I bless the Lord, whose counsel lights my way,
His wisdom whispers truth to heart and mind;
In quiet night, His words my soul array,
And guide me gently where His will I find.

The Lord I set forever in my sight,
My constant strength, my ever-present guide;
With Him beside me, steadfast in His might,
No fear can shake the hope where I abide.

My heart is glad, my spirit lifts in song,
My tongue rejoices in His boundless grace;
In Him my flesh shall rest, secure and strong,
For love divine illumes my dwelling place.

O Lord, my joy, my refuge ever near,
Thy counsel leads to peace through every year.

Sonnet: When Honeyed Speech Veils Sinful Motives, Christ Alone Guides Aright by Debbie Harris

02 Friday May 2025

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The Shakespearean sonnet, titled “Sonnet: When Honeyed Speech Veils Sinful Motives, Christ Alone Guides Aright,” explores the theme of noble-sounding speech masking nefarious purposes, with a Christ-centered focus. It warns of deceptive tongues that use pious, eloquent words to mislead believers, likening them to wolves in sheep’s clothing who sow discord for selfish gain. In contrast, Christ, the eternal Word, exposes these hidden motives with His unyielding truth, exemplified by His cross and blood. The sonnet concludes with a prayer for Christ’s protection from deceit, affirming His voice as the sole guide to salvation. The title encapsulates the contrast between deceptive rhetoric and Christ’s pure guidance, using vivid imagery to underscore the poem’s message.

O silver tongues that weave a saintly guise,
With honeyed words, professing love divine,
Yet hide beneath a serpent’s cunning lies,
To lure the flock from Christ’s unerring vine.
Their anthems soar, as if from heaven sent,
Yet sow discord where sacred peace should reign;
Like wolves in fleece, their hearts on greed are bent,
They twist His truth for glory, gold, or gain.

But Christ, the Word, with piercing light reveals,
The shadowed motives cloaked in pious art.
His cross, His blood, the truth that never yields,
Restores the lost and heals the broken heart.
O Savior, guard us from the liar’s spell,
Thy voice alone leads home where saints shall dwell.

A Sonnet of Gratitude to Jesus Christ, Our Savior by Debbie Harris

01 Thursday May 2025

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O Jesus, Savior, grace beyond compare,
Your love descends like light through stormy skies.
You bore the cross, our burdens chose to bear,
And in Your mercy, bid our souls to rise.

With every breath, Your kindness fills my heart,
Your sacrifice, the path to endless peace.
From sin’s dark chains, You set my spirit free,
Your boundless love will never fade nor cease.

Through trials deep, Your hand has led me still,
Your voice a whisper, guiding through the night.
In joy or pain, I bow to Your sweet will,
For in Your presence, all is pure delight.

O Christ, my King, with all I am, I sing,
Thank You, my Lord, for life, for everything.

Sonnet: Rejoicing in the Fulfillment of Christ’s Prophecies with Triumphant and Joyful Hearts by Debbie Harris

30 Wednesday Apr 2025

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The sonnet, titled “Sonnet: Rejoicing in the Fulfillment of Christ’s Prophecies with Triumphant and Joyful Hearts”, celebrates the joy and triumph of devoted Christians as they witness the fulfillment of Jesus Christ’s prophecies. It portrays believers’ hearts as uplifted by the unfolding of sacred predictions, likened to blooming fields of marigold. The sonnet emphasizes the unwavering hope and divine clarity brought by Christ’s promises, which shine like stars and ignite a holy flame of faith. As each prophecy is realized, believers proclaim Christ’s imminent return with exultant praise, undeterred by fear. The poem concludes by affirming the enduring power of God’s Word, which inspires passionate devotion and fervent worship, symbolized by an ever-glowing fire. Written in a Shakespearean sonnet form (ABAB CDCD EFEF GG), it maintains a triumphant and joyful tone throughout, reflecting the elation of faithful followers.

When faithful hearts behold the words unfold,
As Christ foretold in sacred, timeless voice,
Prophecies bloom like fields of marigold,
In triumph, true believers all rejoice.

His promises, like stars that pierce the night,
Do shine with hope, unwavering and clear;
Each sign fulfilled ignites a holy flame,
Proclaiming loud our Savior draweth near.

No fear can dim the gladness in our song,
For He who spoke shall come in glory’s blaze;
With every truth, our spirits grow more strong,
Our lips pour forth exultant, joyful praise.

O Lord, Thy Word endures, our hearts inspire,
To sing Thy truth with ever-glowing fire.

A Soul Alight with Rapture’s Promised Hope by Debbie Harris

27 Sunday Apr 2025

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The sonnet “A Soul Alight with Rapture’s Promised Hope” depicts a Christ-centered believer vigilantly preparing for the Rapture. The believer’s unwavering faith and spiritual readiness are vividly portrayed: a trimmed lamp burning brightly, a heart tuned to divine trumpets, and a soul undeterred by worldly temptations. Each dawn, the believer awakens with fervent hope, shielding faith against trials and mockery, anchored in the promise of Christ’s return. The poem culminates in the believer’s soul’s anticipated ascent to meet the Savior when the clouds part, emphasizing eternal devotion and divine glory.

They watch the skies with fervent, steadfast gaze,
Their heart attuned to trumpets yet unheard.
Each dawn they wake, their soul in ardent craze,
Awaits the Lord, by sacred promise stirred.
Their lamp is trimmed, its flame burns clear and bright,
No worldly weight can dim their spirit’s fire.
Through trials faced, they hold to heaven’s light,
Their hope a chord in God’s eternal choir.
The world may mock, its pleasures fleeting call,
Yet they, unmoved, seek glory’s holy shore.
Their faith, a shield, will never bend or fall,
For Christ’s return they’re ready evermore.
When clouds shall part, their soul will rise to meet,
The King of Kings, their Savior’s throne complete.

Sonnet: Devoted to the Sacred Business of Jesus Christ, King of Kings and Lord of Lords by Debbie Harris

27 Sunday Apr 2025

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The sonnet, titled “Devoted to the Sacred Business of Jesus Christ, King of Kings and Lord of Lords,” is a Shakespearean sonnet that celebrates the call to serve Jesus Christ, portrayed as the eternal King. It urges the faithful to actively pursue His mission with zeal, spreading His truth, love, and grace to the lost and despairing. The poem emphasizes the urgency of this sacred task, encouraging deeds and words that reflect Christ’s light in a darkened world. It concludes with a triumphant and joyful affirmation of Christ’s victory and glory, inspiring all to celebrate Him as the glorious King.

And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.

Colossians 3:23-24 (KJV)

O King of Kings, whose reign shall never cease,
Thy holy call commands the heart to soar.
With zealous steps, souls seek Thy boundless peace,
To spread Thy truth where hope and faith restore.

Thy business bids the faithful show Thy care,
To seek the lost, to lift the heart’s despair.
Thy love inspires the hands to mend, repair,
And share Thy Word with those in need of prayer.

No fleeting hour should dull the sacred task,
For souls await the light of saving grace.
Each deed, each word, must answer what Thou ask,
Reflecting Christ in every darkened place.

Lord Jesus, crowned, Thy victory all shall sing,
With joyful hearts, we hail our glorious King!

Sonnet: Woe Unto the False Preacher of a Deceptive Gospel by Debbie Harris

27 Sunday Apr 2025

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The sonnet condemns those who preach a false gospel, using deceptive rhetoric to mislead followers toward spiritual ruin. It portrays the false preacher as a self-serving manipulator whose teachings deviate from truth, guiding souls to eternal suffering. The poem reflects the grief of the true Shepherd (Christ) for those led astray and warns teachers of the consequences of spreading lies. The final line emphasizes that only authentic, Christ-centered Biblical doctrine can redeem humanity, reinforcing the call to uphold true faith.

Woe unto him who dares to preach a lie,
A twisted gospel, cloaked in sacred guise,
Whose honeyed words seduce the soul to die,
And lead the flock where burning darkness lies.

With silver tongue, he sows deceitful seed,
His doctrine false, a path to endless woe,
He turns from truth to serve his selfish need,
And bids the lost down roads where terrors grow.

The Shepherd weeps for souls by falsehood swayed,
Their hearts ensnared by charming, empty lore,
Eternal flames await where trust betrayed,
Shall find no peace upon that wretched shore.

Beware, ye teachers, lest your words condemn,
Christ’s truth alone redeems the souls of men.