Poem – Raelyn Pracht

AWAKE, MY SOUL

Awake, my soul from restless sleep. Stir my heart – inviting His presence. Arouse my mind, evoking His Word. Awake, my soul from the darkest depths. Stir my heart with love abounding. Arouse my mind – remembering His promises. © 2022 Raelyn Pracht

BEAUTIFUL SOUL

Beautiful soul, you were always a dreamer. Now, you are a dancer among the stars – a freed spirit from the torment which surrounded you. Beautiful soul, life unfairly stole your breath. But God holds you in His loving arms, enveloping you in all that should have been. Written in loving memory of someone goneContinue reading “BEAUTIFUL SOUL”

Throwback Thursday: Upheld- A Poem on Psalm 51:12-15 (2019)

Upheld with a willing spirit, not with defense or fight. Upheld with a hopeful outlook, one of trust and faith. Upheld above the clouds of darkness, far from my sins and transgressions. Upheld so I may be restored and focus my eyes on the joy of salvation. Upheld that I may sing songs of praiseContinue reading “Throwback Thursday: Upheld- A Poem on Psalm 51:12-15 (2019)”

THROWBACK THURSDAY: Psalm 5:3 Poem (September 2020)

Psalm 5:3. “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” Breathing in the morning air. I lay my requests before you, Presenting them, lifting them up To your awaiting ears – confidently, expectantly. I will wait to hear your voice, The soft whisperContinue reading “THROWBACK THURSDAY: Psalm 5:3 Poem (September 2020)”

A Poetic Reflection on Psalm 5:3

“In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” Psalm 5:3 Breathing in the morning air, I lay my requests before you. Presenting them, lifting them up To your awaiting ears – confidently, expectantly. I will wait to hear your voice, The soft whisperContinue reading “A Poetic Reflection on Psalm 5:3”

Poem based on the Book of Job

I have never felt more alone, swallowed up by the sea of agony, I conquer the burdens because I have no other choice. Although I am surrounded, I am alone. Where does my help come from? God in Heaven, Great Provider, bring to me your promise of provision. Help me to know you are withContinue reading “Poem based on the Book of Job”