A Sonnet on Psalm 16:8: “I Keep My Eyes Always on the Lord. With Him at My Right Hand, I Will Not Be Shaken by Debbie Harris

28 Saturday Jun 2025

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The sonnet, titled “A Sonnet on Psalm 16:8: ‘I Keep My Eyes Always on the Lord. With Him at My Right Hand, I Will Not Be Shaken’”, captures the themes of steadfast trust and divine guidance from Psalm 16:8 (NIV). Written in Shakespearean form (14 lines, iambic pentameter, ABAB CDCD EFEF GG rhyme scheme), it depicts a soul whose unwavering focus on God ensures resilience against fear and adversity. The soul remains unshaken, bolstered by God’s constant presence, strength, and love, even through trials. Key imagery includes firm steps (“their steps are firm”), a divine shield, and a sacred path, leading to eternal joy and hope.

The soul’s fixed gaze on God shall never stray,
With heaven’s presence constant at its side.
No fear can dim the peace that hope arrays,
For in divine embrace the soul abides.
Though tempests roar and shadows veil the light,
Their steps are firm, the spirit stands secure.
God’s might upholds the soul through fiercest fight,
A shield of grace, eternal and pure.
No doubt can shake the trust the soul holds dear,
For God, its refuge, kindles sacred flame.
Joy fills the heart where faith forever clears,
And lifts all burdens to a holy name.
With eyes on God, the soul treads sacred way,
Unshaken, held by love that none can sway.

Gaze Upon Jesus, the Source of Hope and Triumph by Debbie Harris

28 Saturday Jun 2025

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The poem, Gaze Upon Jesus, the Source of Hope and Triumph, urges readers to shift their focus from self-doubt and introspection to the redeeming power of Jesus Christ. Guided by the Holy Spirit, it emphasizes that true victory and peace come not from personal efforts, faith, or feelings, but from Christ’s blood, merits, and glory. It rejects Satan’s lies that amplify sin and inadequacy, encouraging a steadfast gaze on Jesus’ sacrifice and love. With a hopeful and triumphant tone, the poem calls for constant reliance on Christ, morning and night, assuring that following Him closely leads to eternal freedom and joy, as He is the all-sufficient source of salvation.

Lift thine eyes where hope does rise,
Beyond the self, where shadows flee.
The Spirit calls through morning skies,
To Christ alone—thy victory.

No sin too vast, no faith too small,
No wavering heart can dim His grace.
Satan’s whispers fade, his doubts forestall,
When Jesus’ merits fill thy gaze.

Not thy grip, nor joy, nor fervent plea,
But Christ’s own blood thy soul does free.
His cross, His wounds, His glory be
The anchor of eternity.

Turn from within, where fears abide,
And rest in Him who bore thy shame.
Each dawn, each night, let Christ abide,
His love thy peace, His name thy flame.

Follow close, with eyes held high,
To Jesus, source of hope’s bright call.
In Him alone thy soul shall fly,
For Christ, thy all, is all in all.

Eulabeia’s Sacred Summons: A Call to Awe Before the Eternal by Debbie Harris

27 Friday Jun 2025

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The poem, “Eulabeia’s Sacred Summons: A Call to Awe Before the Eternal”, urges a return to reverent awe (eulabeia) for God in a society marked by casual irreverence, progressive ideals, and blasphemy. It contrasts the world’s fleeting pride and mockery of the sacred with God’s enduring majesty and love. The poem calls the soul to pause, tremble, and worship, embracing humility and wonder before the Eternal King. It emphasizes that no trend or scorn can diminish God’s glory, encouraging a renewed devotion rooted in reverence and grace.

In a world of fleeting jest and pride,
Where sacred truths are cast aside,
A whisper stirs, both fierce and free—
Eulabeia, awe, eternity.

The casual tongue, with careless sway,
Mocks the holy, drifts astray.
Blasphemous tides, progressive streams,
Drown the soul in fleeting dreams.

Yet God remains, enthroned, supreme,
His glory burns, a living gleam.
Not wrath alone, but love divine,
Calls the heart to realign.

Stand still, O soul, and tremble sweet,
Where heaven’s majesty and mercy meet.
In silence, bow; in wonder, sing—
Let reverence crown the Eternal King.

No fleeting trend can dim His face,
No scorn can shake His boundless grace.
With eulabeia, rise, adore—
And find your home in Him once more.

Living Ever in the Presence of God: Coram Deo by Debbie Harris

27 Friday Jun 2025

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The poem, titled “Living Ever in the Presence of God: Coram Deo,” explores the theological concept of living all aspects of life before God’s presence. Written in a gender-neutral third-person perspective, it portrays an individual whose every action, thought, and moment—whether joyful, sorrowful, mundane, or profound—is lived with an awareness of God’s constant gaze. The poem emphasizes that no deed or thought escapes God’s sight, and every experience, from daily tasks to heartfelt prayers, is sacred when offered in reverence. It conveys a life of purpose, integrity, and worship, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary through the lens of divine presence. Ultimately, living Coram Deo is depicted as a state of spiritual freedom and connection, with the individual’s life reflecting God’s grace and eternal design.

They tread the earth with reverent care,
Each footfall soft, a whispered prayer.
Before God’s face, their days unfurl,
A tapestry of light and pearl.

Through joy’s embrace or sorrow’s sting,
Their heart lifts up, their soul takes wing.
No thought escapes His boundless sight,
No deed dissolves in fleeting night.

In market’s hum or meadow’s calm,
In labor’s toil or evening’s psalm,
Their moments, whether bold or meek,
Are known where Heaven’s eyes do seek.

The mundane blooms with sacred hue,
The ordinary shines anew.
For every breath, each fleeting glance,
Is held within God’s holy dance.

To live Coram Deo, pure and whole,
Is to bare the spirit, free the soul.
Before His gaze, they find their place,
Their life a mirror of His grace.

A Call to Holy Awe: Worshiping the True Christ in Light of God’s Holiness, Man’s Sin, and the Truth of His Word by Debbie Harris

27 Friday Jun 2025

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The poem, titled A Call to Holy Awe: Worshiping the True Christ in Light of God’s Holiness, Man’s Sin, and the Truth of His Word, explores the reverence due to the Biblical Jesus. It contrasts this with casual, inaccurate depictions of Him. Written in the third person, it depicts a sinner, humbled by God’s radiant holiness and his own sinfulness, as revealed by the unyielding truth of God’s Word. This truth sparks a holy fear, urging sincere worship of the true Christ—both Judge and Lamb, the Lion and the great I AM—rather than a tame, human-crafted version. The poem culminates in a call for the Spirit to transform the worshiper’s heart, leading to joyful, reverent praise that honors Jesus as the King of Kings!

The Lord in radiant splendor reigns,
His holiness no shadow stains.
Enthroned above, in glory bright,
He casts away the veil of night.

Yet man, a sinner, frail and torn,
In guilt and shame, by sin is worn.
His heart defiled, his ways astray,
He cannot stand in God’s pure day.

God’s Word, a sword, both true and clear,
Reveals the sin, yet draws him near.
Its truth, unyielding, stands supreme,
A light to guide, a hope to gleam.

This truth should stir a holy fear,
A reverent soul, a heart sincere.
To worship God, the King Most High,
Whose grace redeems the lost who cry.

Yet some with careless songs devise
A god to fit their fleeting eyes.
A Jesus shaped by mortal whim,
Not Lord of all, but tame like them.

The Christ of Scripture, Judge and Lamb,
The Lion fierce, the great I AM,
Commands the soul to bow in awe,
Not offer praise with shallow flaw.

O Spirit, break that heart of stone,
Draw him to worship God alone.
With trembling joy, his voice ascends,
To honor Jesus, King of kings.

The Gospel Shared, the Needy Fed: Choosing Christ’s Way of Love by Debbie Harris

26 Thursday Jun 2025

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The poem, “The Gospel Shared, the Needy Fed: Choosing Christ’s Way of Love”, explores the unquantifiable impact of Christ followers who transform lives through true Christianity. It highlights two key acts: sharing the gospel, which offers hope and redirects souls toward eternity, and meeting earthly needs, such as providing food or comfort, which reflects Christ’s love in action. Written in four stanzas with a consistent AABB rhyme scheme, the poem emphasizes that no record can count the lives changed by these deeds, as they mend broken paths and shape futures through grace. It concludes with a biblical call, urging the reader and writer to choose “love’s bold way,” embodying Christ’s heart in word and deed. The tone is reverent, rooted in Scripture, and focused on love and action as transformative forces.

How many share, with fervent voice,
The gospel’s hope, the soul’s rejoice?
Their words of Christ light darkened ways,
And turn lost hearts to endless days.

How many give, with tender care,
To ease the burdens others bear?
A meal, a cloak, a wound’s embrace,
They show God’s love through acts of grace.

No count can hold the lives they mend,
Where broken paths find hope’s new bend.
Through truth proclaimed and needs relieved,
They shape the futures grace conceived.

In Christ’s own love, their deeds abide,
His heart their guide, their hands His bride.
How many? God alone can say—
May you and I choose love’s bold way.

A Call to Defend the Sacred Land Under God’s Almighty Hand by Debbie Harris

26 Thursday Jun 2025

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Summary of “A Call to Defend the Sacred Land Under God’s Almighty Hand”

The poem is a passionate, patriotic call to action, portraying America as a nation divinely ordained by God and belonging to Christ. It depicts the country as founded on Christian principles, with its “heart and soul in holy hands,” but under threat from “shadows” and “traitors” who spread lies, reject the cross, and undermine the nation’s spiritual and moral foundation. The speaker urges believers to rise with fervent resolve, using the power of voting as a sacred duty to protect this covenant land. Through unified faith and unwavering commitment, the poem envisions a triumphant stand to preserve America as Christ’s “holy shore,” ensuring it remains true to its divine purpose forever.

In fields of amber, dreams take root,
A nation under God, His truth.
To Christ it bows, by grace it stands,
Its heart and soul in holy hands.

Yet shadows creep, with whispered lies,
To dim the faith in patriot eyes.
They scorn the cross, they break the bond,
Of liberty, where Christ is crowned.

But rise we must, with hearts ablaze,
To guard His land through darkened days.
The ballot’s might, our sacred call,
Shall lift His name above the fall.

No traitor’s hand can tear apart
The godly will within our heart.
United, strong, we’ll stand as one,
Till Christ’s own reign is fully won.

Cast votes with faith, let voices soar,
For America, Christ’s holy shore.
Through storm and strife, we’ll hold the line,
This land is His, forever thine.

Ode to the Valiant Heroes and Heroines of Our Armed Forces and the Esteemed Commander in Chief by Debbie Harris

26 Thursday Jun 2025

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The poem is a heartfelt tribute to the military heroes and heroines of the U.S. Armed Forces and the Commander in Chief. It praises their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting freedom through vivid imagery of battles, unity, and leadership. The heroes and heroines are depicted as valiant defenders who face trials to uphold liberty, while the Commander in Chief is portrayed as a wise, resolute leader guiding the nation through challenges. The poem emphasizes their collective strength, with sacrifices forming the foundation of freedom and their legacy shining as a beacon of hope. It concludes with gratitude and eternal honor for their service, uniting them as protectors of the nation’s dreams.

Beneath the banner of freedom’s boundless sky,
Our valiant heroes and heroines with courage fly.
Through trials of fire, through shadows deep and dire,
They forge a path where liberty’s flames aspire.

To the Most Honorable Commander in Chief, our salute ascends,
A guiding star where strength and wisdom blend.
With resolute heart, they lead through storm and strife,
Steering our nation toward peace, preserving life.

From oceans vast to mountains crowned with might,
Our military stands, unyielding in their fight.
Each sacrifice a cornerstone of freedom’s sacred creed,
Each selfless deed a spark to meet our nation’s need.

United, they rise—a tapestry of valor spun,
Heroes, heroines, and Chief, together as one.
Their spirits soar where eagles dare to roam,
Safeguarding our land, our hearth, our home.

We sing their praise with voices lifted high,
For those who serve beneath the patriot’s sky.
To the gallant defenders, whose honor never wanes,
And their noble leader, whose vision brightly reigns.

In halls of history, their names shall ever gleam,
A beacon of hope, a patriot’s fervent dream.
For the brave who fight and the Chief who charts the way,
We offer our gratitude, eternal, come what may.

Sonnet: Glory to the Radiant Christ (You are radiant with light, more majestic than mountains rich with game. —Psalm 76:4) by Debbie Harris

24 Tuesday Jun 2025

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This Shakespearean sonnet, inspired by Psalm 76:4, is a fervent hymn of praise to Jesus Christ, celebrated as the Radiant One and Creator. It portrays His divine majesty and glory, radiating light that illuminates creation and inspires universal worship across earth and Heaven. The poem’s vivid sensory imagery—visual (gilded dawn, gleaming rivers, starry sparks), auditory (heavenly choir, pulsing hoofbeats, anthems), olfactory (sweet fragrance), and kinesthetic (dancing rivers, swaying cedars)—paints a dynamic scene where nature and the cosmos exalt Jesus. Mountains kneel, rivers dance, and stars magnify His name, reflecting His supremacy over creation, as described in Psalm 76:4’s “radiant with light” and majestic grandeur. The sonnet culminates in a triumphant declaration of worship, with all creation lauding Jesus’ throne through captivating anthems that enthrall, symbolizing praise shining in both earthly and heavenly realms. The structure adheres to iambic pentameter and the ABAB CDCD EFEF GG rhyme scheme, with the final line, “We laud His throne with anthems that enthrall,” encapsulating the poem’s theme of exultant, universal adoration.

From Jesus streams a light that gilds the dawn,
His radiance warms the earth with holy fire.
The mountains kneel, their stony hearts now drawn,
To sing His name in heaven’s glowing choir.

The morning breathes His fragrance, pure and sweet,
As cedars sway in breezes soft and clear.
His glory crowns the hills where wild deer meet,
Their hoofbeats pulse His praise through meadows near.

The rivers dance, their waters gleam with grace,
Reflecting Christ, the King whose eyes aflame.
The skies proclaim His love in boundless space,
Each star a spark to magnify His name.

O Radiant Christ, Creator, Lord of all,
We laud His throne with anthems that enthrall.

Heralds of the Gospel Flame: The Soul Winners’ Eternal Call by Debbie Harris

23 Monday Jun 2025

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Title: Heralds of the Gospel Flame: The Soul Winners’ Eternal Call
This eight-quatrain, rhyming poem honors soul winners—Christians who boldly share Jesus Christ’s gospel to save lost souls. With vivid biblical imagery, it depicts their fearless mission across diverse places, undaunted by challenges, guided by Christ. Each soul won is a treasure, their work sowing eternal hope. Uplifting and reverent, the poem celebrates their divine calling and lasting legacy, inspired by scriptures like the Great Commission.

Through barren lands where hopeless hearts reside,
Soul winners march with Christ, their faithful guide.
Unshamed, they bear the gospel’s holy flame,
To light the world with Jesus’ sacred name.

No storm can still the fervor in their soul,
No chains can bind the truth that makes them whole.
With words of life, they call to those astray,
And lead them home to walk the narrow way.

In marketplaces, fields, or shadowed vale,
Their love for Christ ensures they never fail.
Each soul they win, a star in heaven’s crown,
Redeemed by grace, no longer beaten down.

From dawn’s first light to evening’s solemn hush,
They spread His word, undaunted by the crush.
“Go ye,” He said, and so they boldly roam,
To bring the wanderers to their Father’s home.

Eternal joy awaits their faithful race,
To see their Savior’s kind and glorious face.
Soul winners, bold, His gospel they proclaim,
Forever bound to glorify His name.