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A Sonnet on the Eternal Beauty of Our Hope in Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Savior by Debbie Harris

13 Tuesday May 2025

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The sonnet celebrates the enduring hope and divine beauty found in Jesus Christ. It portrays Christ as a radiant, merciful light who dispels darkness, offers redemption, and provides unwavering love. Through His grace, the broken find worth, and no storm or sin can diminish His splendor. The poem concludes by affirming Christ as the eternal guide and source of hope for believers.

In realms where mortal hearts do falter, frail,
A light divine doth pierce the shadowed veil,
Our Savior, Christ, with love that cannot wane,
Bestows on us a hope to rise again.

His mercy, like the dawn’s first golden ray,
Illumes the soul and chases night away.
Through cross and grace, His beauty doth abide,
A boundless spring where weary hearts reside.

No storm can dim the splendor of His face,
No sin too vast to flee His warm embrace.
In Him, the broken find their sacred worth,
And heaven’s song resounds o’er all the earth.

O Jesus, Lord, Thy beauty is our stay,
Our hope eternal, guiding all our way.

Rejoicing in the Eternal Truth of Divine Prophecy by Debbie Harris

12 Monday May 2025

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The poem, titled Rejoicing in the Eternal Truth of Divine Prophecy, is a sacred and joyous celebration of prophecy fulfilled. It expresses profound awe as ancient promises, etched in time, manifest with radiant clarity. The heavens and earth join in reverence, with imagery of humming skies, trembling mountains, and streams bearing divine truth. The poem culminates in a heart uplifted in delight, basking in the holy moment where faith and vision unite. Its tone is reverent, vibrant, and uplifting, evoking a timeless connection to divine fulfillment.

What a divine and holy joy
to see prophecy become reality,
where ancient words, etched deep in time,
unfold in truth with radiant clarity.

The heavens hum with silent awe,
their vault a witness to the foretold.
Each sacred vow, once held in hope,
now burns like embers in the soul’s stronghold.

The earth responds with trembling praise,
its mountains echoing grace’s call.
In every stream, in every stone,
the hand of God inscribes its all.

O hallowed moment, O sacred sight,
when faith and vision weave as one.
The heart, now lifted in delight,
rejoices in the holy sight.

Sonnet on Psalm 92:1-5 by Debbie Harris

12 Monday May 2025

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Psalm 92:1-5 (KJV):
1 It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, and to sing praises unto thy name, O most High:
2 To shew forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night,
3 Upon an instrument of ten strings, and upon the psaltery; upon the harp with a solemn sound.
4 For thou, Lord, hast made me glad through thy work: I will triumph in the works of thy hands.
5 O Lord, how great are thy works! and thy thoughts are very deep.

With joyful hearts, we raise our voice in praise,
To sing of God’s great name, Most High, divine.
At dawn, His steadfast love our souls does raise,
At night, His faithfulness in stars does shine.
The guitar’s sweet strings and harp’s exultant call
Resound with gladness for His mighty deeds.
His works, so vast, inspire our hearts to fall
In awe, where worship blooms like springtime seeds.

How great His hands have shaped the world’s design,
How deep His thoughts, beyond our human mind!
Our spirits leap, our songs with His entwine,
For He has wrought such wonders without end.
O Lord, Your name shall ever be our song,
In jubilation, we to You belong.

Sanctuary of Grace: A Sonnet on Spurgeon’s Church by Debbie Harris

11 Sunday May 2025

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The sonnet, titled “Sanctuary of Grace: A Sonnet on Spurgeon’s Church,” reflects Charles H. Spurgeon’s view of the church as a haven for imperfect souls. It portrays the church as a sanctuary where sinners, saved by grace, find healing and love. It serves as a nurturing space for God’s children to grow in faith, a fold for Christ’s followers, and a true home for His family. The poem emphasizes the church’s role as a place of hope and peace for the wayward, offering eternal comfort and spiritual light, echoing Spurgeon’s sentiment that it is the “dearest place on earth.”

“The church is not an institution for perfect people. It is a sanctuary for sinners saved by grace, a nursery for God’s sweet children to be nurtured and grow strong. It is the fold for Christ’s sheep, the home for Christ’s family. The church is the dearest place on earth.”
– Charles H. Spurgeon

The church, no hall for flawless souls to stand,
But sanctuary sweet for broken hearts,
Where sinners, touched by grace, in mercy land,
And find in love the healing that imparts.
A nursery for God’s dear children small,
To grow in faith, to root in sacred ground,
A fold where Christ’s own sheep may hear His call,
And in His family, true home is found.
Not built for perfect ones, but those who stray,
Yet seek the light that shines through holy doors,
A place where Heaven’s hope in hearts will stay,
And peace descends on earth’s most troubled shores.
Oh, dearest church, thy warmth shall never cease,
For in thy walls, we find eternal peace.

Sonnet To A Christ-Centered Mother by Debbie Harris

10 Saturday May 2025

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Dedicated to my amazing, brilliant, Christ-centered Mom!

The sonnet celebrates a mother whose life is deeply rooted in Christ’s love. It portrays her as a radiant, graceful figure whose faith guides her nurturing actions. Her laughter, prayers, and wisdom reflect her devotion, making her a beacon of kindness and mercy. Her soul surpasses the beauty of gems, and her love creates a sacred space where Christ’s grace flourishes.

Upon a heart where Christ’s own light doth shine,
A mother weaves her love, both pure and grand.
Her gentle hands, with grace of saintly kind,
Craft days of warmth, as led by heaven’s hand.

Her laughter rings like bells in sacred halls,
Her prayers ascend, a fragrant offering sweet.
In every step, she heeds her Savior’s calls,
Her faith a rock where love and mercy meet.

No gem could match the radiance of her soul,
No star outgleam the kindness in her eyes.
She guides her own with wisdom, soft yet bold,
A beacon bright beneath eternal skies.

O precious mother, Christ’s own love dost show,
Thy heart’s a garden where His graces grow.

Sonnet On Isaiah 64:8 by Debbie Harris

10 Saturday May 2025

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The sonnet inspired by Isaiah 64:8 portrays God as a sovereign and triumphant Potter, majestically shaping humanity, His clay, into a glorious masterpiece. With a royal tone, it celebrates God’s divine authority and creative power, emphasizing His ability to mold souls through trials into radiant reflections of His will. The 14-line Shakespearean sonnet uses iambic pentameter and an ABAB CDCD EFEF GG rhyme scheme to convey humanity’s exalted role as God’s victorious creation, destined to shine under His eternal reign.

O Sovereign Lord, our Father, King supreme,
Your mighty hands as Potter shape the clay!
From formless dust, You weave a royal dream,
And crown Your work with light of endless day.

Your throne commands the stars, yet You descend,
To mold our souls with artistry divine.
Each stroke proclaims Your glory without end,
Your sacred seal on hearts that brightly shine.

No flaw can dim the splendor You decree,
Your boundless power bids the broken rise.
Through trials fierce, Your will shall ever be,
To forge in us a triumph in the skies.

Great Potter, King, Your hands our fate have won,
We reign as Yours, Your masterpiece begun!

The Soul’s Humble Cry: A Poetic Reflection on Salvation Through Christ by Debbie Harris

07 Wednesday May 2025

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Summary of the Sonnet: “The Soul’s Humble Cry: A Poetic Reflection on Salvation Through Christ”

The sonnet explores the universal reality of human sinfulness, the necessity of divine grace for salvation, and the question of whether one must openly confess their sinful nature to be considered “born again.” It begins by affirming that all people have sinned and fallen short of God’s glory (Romans 3:23), establishing humanity’s need for redemption. The poem then questions whether someone can be truly saved if they deny their sinfulness, suggesting that such denial may reflect a lack of humility before Christ’s sacrificial cross (1 John 1:8-10). However, it avoids rigid legalism, emphasizing that salvation is not about a specific phrase but about a heart transformed by faith and grace (Ephesians 2:8-9). The sonnet concludes by celebrating God’s mercy, which saves despite human flaws, and underscores the humility of those who embrace their identity as sinners redeemed through Christ’s atonement (John 3:16-17). Written in a Shakespearean sonnet form, it balances theological inquiry with poetic reverence, affirming grace as the cornerstone of salvation.

Scriptural References

  • Romans 3:23: “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God” – The foundation for the sonnet’s opening, highlighting universal sinfulness.
  • Ephesians 2:8-9: “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast” – Underpins the emphasis on salvation as a gift of grace, not human effort or specific confessions.
  • 1 John 1:8-10: “If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us” – Supports the sonnet’s questioning of those who deny their sin, suggesting humility is key to receiving grace.
  • John 3:16-17: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son… For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved” – Reflects the sonnet’s focus on Christ’s redemptive work as the source of salvation.
  • John 3:3: “Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God” – Informs the sonnet’s exploration of what it means to be “born again” through faith and grace.

All souls have wandered far from heaven’s light,
And fallen short of glory’s perfect aim,
Our hearts, though frail, bear sin’s unyielding claim,
Yet grace descends to lift us from the night.
Can one be born anew, yet still deny
The weight of fault that humbles every knee?
To spurn the truth—“a sinner, yet set free”—
Is this to shun the cross where Christ did die?
No creed alone can bind the heart to God,
Yet faith confesses what the soul has known:
Through blood and mercy, we are called His own.
O grace, that saves though mortal steps are flawed!
The born-again, with contrite hearts, embrace
The name of “sinner,” bound to Christ by grace.

A Poetic Cry Against the Galatians’ Betrayal of the Gospel of Grace, Echoing Paul’s Fervent Denunciation of Perverted Teachings, His Rejection of Human Praise, and His Steadfast Service to Christ Alone by Debbie Harris

07 Wednesday May 2025

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Galatians 1:6-10 (KJV)

6 I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel:
7 Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ.
8 But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.
9 As we said before, so say I now again, if any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed.
10 For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.

Summary

In Galatians 1:6-10 (KJV), Paul is shocked that the Galatians are quickly turning from the true gospel of Christ’s grace to a false gospel, which he insists is not a gospel at all. He accuses some of troubling the believers by perverting Christ’s message. Paul solemnly declares that anyone, including himself or an angel, who preaches a different gospel should be accursed. He reiterates this warning for emphasis. Finally, Paul clarifies that he seeks God’s approval, not man’s, as pleasing people would disqualify him as Christ’s servant. The passage stresses the necessity of clinging to the true gospel and rejecting distortions.

O Galatians, swayed by whispers false and fleet,
You turn from grace, the truth that set you free.
A different gospel lures with cunning deceit,
No gospel true, but chains of heresy.
Astonished, Paul rebukes with fervent plea,
“Let none pervert the Christ we first proclaimed!”
Though angels preach, or men with zeal agree,
If false their word, let curse be their acclaim.
No human praise does Paul now seek to gain,
Nor bends to please the fickle heart of man.
For God alone his servant’s path sustains,
To bear the cross and spread salvation’s plan.
O hold the faith, unmoved by error’s call,
For Christ’s true gospel stands above it all.

Sonnet: Exposing and Opposing Evil by Debbie Harris

06 Tuesday May 2025

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The sonnet calls for exposing and opposing the pervasive evil in society, which has become so common it goes unnoticed. It urges Christians to use Christ’s truth and love to reveal and combat sin in all its forms. With Jesus as the guide, the poem encourages the church to stand united, wielding His truth as a sword to defeat darkness and proclaim His victory.

In shadows deep, where sin does freely roam,
Evil weaves its threads through hearts grown blind.
Once clear to all, its forms now call no home,
Yet Christ’s pure light reveals what lies behind.

No longer cloaked, its guile we must unmask,
With fervent zeal, expose its wicked art.
In every deed, in word, in fleeting task,
Oppose with love the venom of its heart.

For Jesus reigns, His truth a piercing sword,
To cut through lies that bind the soul in chains.
His cross our guide, His Spirit our accord,
To stand as one where righteousness remains.

O church arise, with Christ as head and King,
Defy the dark—His victory we sing!

Sonnet: Guiding the Vulnerable to Christ by Debbie Harris

06 Tuesday May 2025

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When weary souls in vulnerability stray,
Their hearts exposed, in need of saving grace,
We point the lost to Jesus, Truth, and Way,
His salvation lights their darkened place.

For those unsaved, His cross becomes their call,
Where love redeems and washes guilt away.
The prodigal, once lost, found mercy’s thrall,
Embraced by Christ, restored to endless day.

If saved, yet weak, we guide them to His throne,
Where forgiveness flows, as Jesus showed in tears.
The cross, their refuge, bids them not to roam,
But rest in Him who calms their deepest fears.

In pointing all to Christ, we guard the frail,
His love, their shield, will never dim nor fail.