Category Archives: Poem

Become a Fighter

Posted on February 25, 2023 by pastorpstephens

This week I have been preparing for a memorial service for a friend. My friend and I often talked about the joy he experienced during his youth while training as a boxer. My friend was a fighter and like anyone … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Timothy 6:12, Be Prepared, Christianity, Church, doing the right thing, Don't give up, faith, Fight the good fight, Poem, poetry, Uncategorized | Tagged 1 Timothy 6:12, Christianity, Church, Fight the good fight, inspirational, Perseverance, Poem, poetry | Leave a comment

Mama’s Rocking Chair

Posted on November 24, 2022 by pastorpstephens

I have a good friend who lost their grandmother yesterday. I woke up early praying for her and others who I know are grieving the loss of loved ones today. On such occasions, I generally try to express some of … Continue reading →

Posted in Being Thankful, Christianity, Dealing with grief, Draw close to God, final memories, God's comfort, Grief, Poem, poetry | Tagged Dealing with Grief, faith, God will help you, Grief, Poem, poetry, Praying for Others, religion, Song, Thanksgiving | Leave a comment

Living with Purpose

Posted on August 12, 2022 by pastorpstephens

What Should I Do? A man woke up one morning and as he lay in bed, A certain question kept running through his head, “If everyone has a purpose as some say we do, Then what is mine? I haven’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Do Your Best, encouraging others, Ephesians 4:32, faith, Filled with Grace, God's comfort, Poem, poetry | Tagged Ephesians 4:32, faith, God has a plan for you, God's Love, God's Strength, Poem, poetry, purpose, spiritual growth | Leave a comment

A Sad Song

Posted on May 25, 2022 by pastorpstephens

In the wake of the tragic and senseless loss of life yesterday in Uvalde, I have been overwhelmed by various emotions – sorrow and sadness and anger and outrage. There is so much that needs to be done, so much … Continue reading →

Posted in Encouragement, faith, Faith during hard times, Grief, Grieving Together, Poem, poetry | Tagged Dealing with Grief, faith, Faith during hard times, Grief, Loss of Life, Uvalde | Leave a comment

As I Prayed

Posted on April 8, 2022 by pastorpstephens

This week, a group of friends and I went on a prayer and meditation walk in a local church garden. After a time of much prayer, I started noticing and really appreciating all of the beautiful things around me. … Continue reading →

Posted in Choose to be happy, Christianity, Church, Filled with Grace, Poem, poetry, prayer, Seeing God's Beauty | Tagged Christianity, Church, faith, God's Peace, inspirational, Poem, poetry, prayer, Seeing God's Beauty | Leave a comment

A Bedtime Prayer

Posted on February 25, 2022 by pastorpstephens

This week I have been reviewing some old folders and trying to clean up my study a little bit. I came across this poem that I wrote about ten years ago. I thought I would share it with you. A … Continue reading →

Posted in A refuge, Draw close to God, faith, family, God Answers Prayer, God answers prayers, God will lead you, God's Grace, God's Peace, Poem, poetry, prayer | Tagged God Answers Prayer, God's Peace, God's Strength, Poem, pray for your family, prayer | Leave a comment

Dirty and Dusty

Posted on November 26, 2021 by pastorpstephens

Here is a poem/song I have been working on this year. And while I don’t think I have finished it yet; I am going to share it anyway. The theme is birthed out of my sincere belief that just … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 John 1:9, Christianity, Church, faith, forgiveness, God loves you, God's Grace, Poem, Song | Tagged 1 John 1:9, Christianity, Church, faith, forgiveness, Jesus Saves, never forsaken, Poem, redeemed, religion, Song | 4 Comments

Lord Bless My Family

Posted on May 21, 2021 by pastorpstephens

Lord bless my family, Be with them today; Walk close beside them, Lead them on their way. Hold their hand in every valley, Help them climb each hill; Guide them and protect them, Help them do Your will. And while … Continue reading →

Posted in Being Blessed, Christianity, Church, Count Your Blessings, Draw close to God, Encouragement, faith, family, following Christ, God Answers Prayer, Poem, poetry, prayer | Tagged Christianity, Church, faith, God's Love, God's Strength, inspirational, Poem, poetry, prayer, religion | Leave a comment

Set Your Sails

Posted on March 24, 2021 by pastorpstephens

As a part of my new chaplain job, I get to share a morning reflection. One that I shared this week had to do with a poem I heard as a kid which has stuck with me over the years. … Continue reading →

Posted in Christianity, Church, Don't give up, faith, God will lead you, John 16:33, Poem, poetry | Tagged Christianity, Church, faith, inspirational, John 16:33, ministry work, Poem, poetry, religion | Leave a comment

A Prayer of Praise

Posted on February 2, 2021 by pastorpstephens

During the beginning of the quarantine last year, I set some goals for myself. One of my goals was to improve my Spanish. I have been listening to Spanish podcasts every day, regularly reading my Spanish Bible and writing in … Continue reading →

Posted in A refuge, a stronghold, Being Thankful, Christianity, Church, Count Your Blessings, faith, God has blessed me, God is worthy, Poem, poetry, prayer, Spanish | Tagged Christianity, Church, faith, God is worthy, God's Strength, Poem, poetry, praise, prayer, religion, Spanish, Thanksgiving | Leave a comment