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By God’s Own Hand: The Eternal Word of Genesis Rejects the Arrogance of Satan’s Evolutionary Deceit by Debbie Harris

19 Wednesday Mar 2025

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The sonnet declares the Biblical fact that God created everything instantly and with purpose, as recorded in scripture, not through the falsehood of evolution. It opens with “In the beginning God created all,” directly stating the truth of Genesis 1:1 (“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth”). Humanity was formed from dust and given life by God’s breath, a fact confirmed in Genesis 2:7 (“Then the Lord God formed a man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life”), distinct and intentional, not derived from any random or animal origin.

Evolution is exposed as a Satanic lie that seeks to degrade human dignity, a deception akin to 2 Corinthians 11:3 (“But I am afraid that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent’s cunning, your minds may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ”). The sonnet proclaims that creation bears God’s name and will, as Psalm 33:6 affirms (“By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, their starry host by the breath of his mouth”), leaving no room for evolutionary tales.

Adam was created by God’s grace, a truth recorded in Genesis 1:27 (“So God created mankind in his own image”), and all of nature was fixed by divine command, as seen in Genesis 1:3 (“And God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light”). “By fiat spoke” reflects this immediate act of God’s word, and the sonnet closes with the unchanging fact of Isaiah 40:8 (“The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God endures forever”), calling for the rejection of the blasphemous evolutionary lie that human arrogance dares to raise against God’s eternal truth.

In the beginning God created all,
From dust to man, His breath gave life its frame,
No creeping chance, no eons’ slow parade,
But holy will, creation bears His name.
Yet Satan whispers lies to dim the light,
A tale of beasts, of man from mud evolved,
To strip the soul of dignity and might,
In arrogance, God’s truth stands unresolved.
The Scriptures sing of Adam, formed by grace,
No random spark, but purpose in His hand,
Each star, each bird, each blade in fixed embrace,
By fiat spoke, the heavens firmly stand.
So cast aside this blasphemy, this lore,
For God’s own Word endures forevermore.

The Inestimable Gift of Standing as Royal Heirs of the King of Kings by Debbie Harris

19 Wednesday Mar 2025

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The sonnet, titled “The Inestimable Gift of Standing as Royal Heirs of the King of Kings”, celebrates the extraordinary privilege of being born again as joint heirs with Jesus Christ, as affirmed in Romans 8:17: “Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory.” The poem marvels at the grace that frees believers from sin, transforming them into royal sons and daughters of the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. This divine gift, so vast and inestimable that it defies comprehension, elevates the redeemed to a status of royal kinship, robed in splendor and destined for the throne of grace. The sonnet underscores the rarity and honor of bearing Christ’s name, a birthright mortals can scarcely fathom, culminating in the triumphant image of standing as heirs, enthroned in victory’s sound—a reflection of the eternal glory promised to those who share in Christ’s inheritance.

Do we perceive the grace that crowns our days,
To be reborn, from sin’s dark chains set free,
Joint heirs with Christ, in glory’s boundless rays,
A royal kin to heaven’s majesty?
The King of Kings, the Lord of Lords supreme,
Bestows a gift no mortal mind can hold,
A blessing vast, beyond our wildest dream,
Inestimable wealth in love retold.
Sons, daughters, robed in splendor not our own,
We bear His name, a privilege so rare,
The throne of grace becomes our destined home,
A royal birthright mortals scarce can bear.
Such honor floods the soul with awe unbound,
To stand as heirs, enthroned in victory’s sound.

At Any Moment: The Rapture and the World’s Undoing by Debbie Harris

19 Wednesday Mar 2025

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The sonnet, titled “At Any Moment: The Rapture and the World’s Undoing”, depicts the sudden, unpredictable return of Jesus Christ, as foretold in 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17: “For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air.” The poem portrays this rapture as an event that could strike at any moment, whisking away only the repentant, born-again Christians—those who have truly turned to Christ. As these faithful souls ascend, the world left behind spirals into mass chaos, with streets filled with panic and societal order crumbling in the absence of the righteous. For those who remain, the sonnet issues a fervent call to repent and believe in Christ, despite the terror and turmoil, underscoring that faith is the sole path to salvation. It concludes with a note of hope: God’s mercy endures, ready to embrace those who call on His name amid the world’s undoing.

A silent thief, the Lord in glory comes,
The rapture claims the born-again, the meek,
Repentant souls rise up to beating drums,
While earth below descends to chaos bleak.
The faithful gone, who bore the Spirit’s seal,
Leave streets awash in panic’s wild despair,
The world unmoored, its order set to reel,
A void of grace hangs heavy in the air.
If you abide, when millions disappear,
Repent with tears, cast off your sinful chain,
Believe in Christ, though terror draws near,
For only faith can ease the soul’s deep pain.
Amid the storm, one truth shall still remain:
His mercy waits for those who call His name.

Echoing John Bunyan’s Vision: Fingers in Ears, Heart on Heaven, and a Cry for Life Eternal by Debbie Harris

19 Wednesday Mar 2025

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The sonnet explores the profound transformation of a person who becomes a Christian, reflecting the shift in priorities described by Bunyan. In the first quatrain, the speaker describes how faith in Christ changes their perspective, causing the world’s noise and superficial concerns to lose their hold as a deeper, spiritual joy takes root. The second quatrain elaborates on this shift, noting that earthly pleasures become unappealing compared to the radiant promise of eternal life, which exposes the fleeting nature of worldly delights. In the third quatrain, the speaker actively rejects the world’s opinions—symbolized by placing fingers in their ears—and runs toward heaven with fervent joy, proclaiming the value of eternal life. The final couplet concludes with the speaker affirming their newfound purpose: to pursue the divine source of true peace, fully committed to this sacred journey.

In essence, the sonnet captures the emotional and spiritual awakening of a Christian who, inspired by faith, turns away from temporal distractions and passionately seeks the eternal joy of heaven, echoing Bunyan’s vision of a life transformed by devotion to Christ.

When faith ignites a heart to Christ’s embrace,
The world’s loud clamor fades to hollow din,
No longer bound by fleeting, vain disgrace,
A greater joy now blooms from deep within.

The pleasures once so sweet turn pale and cold,
For heaven’s light outshines the earth’s delight,
Eternal life, a treasure to behold,
Reveals the shadows cast by mortal sight.

With fingers pressed to ears, I heed no more
The world’s harsh judgments, empty cries, and strife,
I run, a joyful fool, to heaven’s shore,
And shout with fervor, “Life! Eternal life!”

For in this sacred race, I’ve found my call,
To seek the One who gives true peace to all.

From Earth’s Dim Shadows to Heaven’s Throne: The Soul’s Royal Ascendancy in Christ by Debbie Harris

19 Wednesday Mar 2025

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The sonnet begins by acknowledging our existence in a fallen world, marked by decay and shadows, yet shifts focus to the hope of heaven, where Christ reigns supreme as our guide. It rejects earthly citizenship, portraying our hearts as yearning for the Savior’s return, when our mortal bodies—defined by this temporary life—will be transformed into glorious forms reflecting His own. This transformation is powered by Christ’s vast authority over all things, promising a radiant, eternal existence. The sonnet concludes triumphantly, revealing our hidden royal identity, now veiled in this world, which will be fully crowned and recognized in heaven through Christ. It’s a journey from earthly shadows to heavenly royalty, rooted in divine power and hope.

Bible Verse (ESV)

Philippians 3:20-21: “But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him to subject all things to himself.”

  • This verse underpins the sonnet, highlighting our heavenly identity, the anticipation of Christ’s return, and the transformative power that elevates us to glory.

We dwell within a fallen world’s domain,
Yet eyes lift high where heaven’s gates abide,
This world’s decay in shadows deep may reign,
But Christ our Savior reigns, our hope, our guide.

No citizen of earth, our hearts take flight,
We wait for Him who rends the skies apart,
Our earthly forms, once shaped by mortal light,
Shall rise remade, His glory to impart.

Through power vast, all things He holds in sway,
The lowly flesh to brilliance He’ll restore,
A body new, like His, in endless day,
For with His might, we triumph evermore.

Our royal birth, now veiled, shall heaven crown,
In Christ, our true estate shall be made known.

The Soul’s Triumphant Ascendancy in a Fallen World with God’s Infinite Might by Debbie Harris

19 Wednesday Mar 2025

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The sonnet begins with modern woes: a mind frayed by stress, a job lost via a cold digital notice, and a heart weakened by societal scorn. It progresses through financial despair (debt), sleepless nights, and the overwhelming weight of constant bad news. Yet, each quatrain counters these with hope—God’s grace calms inner turmoil, His word transforms loss into gain, and His power replaces fear with strength. The final couplet declares a triumphant, joyous victory, affirming that with God, all obstacles are surmountable. The repeated refrain, “all things are possible with God,” anchors this journey from despair to ascendancy.

Relevant Bible Verse (ESV)

Mark 10:27: “Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man it is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.’”

  • This verse, echoed in the sonnet’s refrain and triumphant close, encapsulates the core message: human limits are no match for divine possibility, offering hope and victory in any struggle.

The mind unravels under silent strain,
A screen declares your work no longer pays,
The heart grows faint beneath a world’s disdain,
Yet all things are possible with God, we raise.

No funds remain to fend off mounting debt,
The night grows long, no rest within its sway,
A flood of news drowns hope in deep regret,
But all things are possible with God, we pray.

A touch of grace can calm the storm inside,
A whispered word turns loss to newfound gain,
The soul finds strength where fear once did reside,
For all things are possible with God’s refrain.

We rise in joy, triumphant, victorious,
For with God all things are possible for us.

The Irrational and Demonic Sin of Antisemitism, Forged in Satan’s Dark and Heinous Flame by Debbie Harris

18 Tuesday Mar 2025

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The sonnet, titled “The Irrational and Demonic Sin of Antisemitism, Forged in Satan’s Dark and Heinous Flame”, presents the undeniable truth that the persistent hatred against Jewish people is an evil, Satanic force. It depicts this hatred as irrational and baseless, driven by demonic impulses and rooted in Satan’s influence, as evidenced by historical atrocities like pogroms. The poem underscores that this is a heinous sin, not merely an assertion but a fact, blinding humanity to reason. The final line, “To stand against this sin, its chains unbind,” calls for active resistance to break the hold of this indisputable evil.

The hearts of men, with shadows deep entwined,
Do harbor hate, a flame without a cause,
Against the Jewish soul, so oft maligned,
A wrath that breaks all reason’s sacred laws.
No spark of truth ignites this bitter fire,
No fault justifies the endless scorn,
Yet demons whisper through the dark desire,
And innocence in anguish long is torn.
From ancient days to now, the curse persists,
A Satanic will that mortals blindly heed,
In pogroms, lies, and death’s unyielding lists,
The seed of evil grows in thought and deed.
Yet righteous hearts must rise, their strength combined,
To stand against this sin, its chains unbind.

The Holy Condemnation of the Corrupt and Sinful Bonds Between Man with Man or Woman with Woman by Debbie Harris

18 Tuesday Mar 2025

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The Lord who shaped the heavens and the clay,
Did set His law in stone for all to heed,
A man with man or woman with woman’s sin,
An abomination scorning light of day.
His holy word, unyielding, stands to say,
Such acts defy the order He designed,
A twisted lust, corrupt in heart and mind,
That calls His wrath to burn the soul astray.
No mercy cloaks this vile and shameless fall,
For Sodom’s ash still whispers through the years,
A warning carved in fire and bitter tears,
To flee the path that mocks His righteous call.
Eternal eyes look down with sacred scorn,
And doom awaits where rebel hearts are torn.

The Defiance of Divine Order in Elevating Women to Pastoral Thrones by Debbie Harris

18 Tuesday Mar 2025

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The sonnet, titled The Defiance of Divine Order in Elevating Women to Pastoral Thrones, portrays the appointment of women as pastors as an act of rebellion against God’s established order. It suggests that scripture, seen as divinely authored and historically upheld by apostolic tradition, reserves the pastoral role for men. The poem critiques those who reinterpret or defy this directive as prideful, risking spiritual chaos and the eternal peril of souls. It questions whether such defiance can be blessed or if it invites divine judgment, urging reflection on the consequences of challenging God’s will. This perspective is anchored in 1 Timothy 2:12 (KJV): “But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence,” framing the sonnet as a poetic meditation on adherence to traditional biblical roles.

What hubris dares to challenge sacred writ,
Where God’s own hand has carved the shepherd’s role?
To place a woman’s voice where men should sit,
Defies the law inscribed on heaven’s scroll.
The Word, unyielding, speaks through time’s great span,
Apostles set the church on rock, not sand,
Yet rebels twist the text to suit their plan,
And claim a right not given by His hand.
Does grace bend low to bless this bold revolt,
Or does it warn of pride’s eternal fall?
The flock may stray when order’s lines revolt,
A shepherd’s call turned chaos by the call.
So ponder deep this act against the throne,
To spurn God’s will leaves souls to stand alone.

A Meditation on the Worthlessness of Worldly Gain When the Soul Succumbs to the Greatest Tragedy of All—Hell Chosen Over Heaven’s Dawn by Debbie Harris

18 Tuesday Mar 2025

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The sonnet, titled A Meditation on the Worthlessness of Worldly Gain When the Soul Succumbs to the Greatest Tragedy of All—Hell Chosen Over Heaven’s Dawn, explores the futility of pursuing worldly success at the expense of spiritual integrity. It questions the value of wealth, power, and acclaim—depicted as transient and hollow—when they come at the cost of inner peace and the soul’s eternal light. The poem warns that ambition can dim the soul’s flame, leaving one with a pyrrhic victory: the world gained, yet heaven forsaken for hell’s darkness. This echoes the biblical admonition in Mark 8:36 (KJV): “For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?” The sonnet serves as a poetic reflection on this verse, urging readers to weigh the ultimate cost of their choices.

What profit lies in grasping all the earth,
The gold, the power, thrones of fleeting reign,
If in the chase you trade your spirit’s worth,
And find your soul adrift in dark refrain?
The world’s applause, a hollow, fleeting sound,
Its treasures rust, its glories fade to dust,
While inward peace, once lost, is rarely found,
A heart unbound by greed begins to rust.
For what is wealth if joy remains unseen?
What crown endures when love has slipped away?
The soul’s a flame no riches can redeem,
A light that dims beneath ambition’s sway.
So weigh the cost when all the world is won,
This tragedy of all—to choose hell over heaven’s sun.