Poems

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A spiritual approach to mental health

Listen to this Sentinel Watch series on mental health—and find hope, even healing.

From Pregnancy and childbirth

For expectant mothers

The more fully we accept the spiritual nature of birth, the more effortlessly we can demonstrate that nothing has occurred from which one needs to recover.

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July 1, 1991

Pure communion

Carol J. Boggs
For today, do not make lists—what to do,where to go, even what to pray about—just listen.
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Changing your world

Listen to this Sentinel Watch series—and discover how your prayers can make a difference in the world.

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Anthology of classic articles

Listen to this inspiring collection of articles.

From Church

The demand for church

I like to think of each church that grows up in a community as that community's answered prayer for the presence of the saving Christ—the message of God's love for humanity.

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From Church

The demand for church

I like to think of each church that grows up in a community as that community's answered prayer for the presence of the saving Christ—the message of God's love for humanity.

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Write for JSH

Inspired by this poem? Consider writing and sharing your own! Find out more by visiting Writer’s Corner.

Write for JSH

June 10, 1991

I look to Thee in every need...

I look to Thee in every need,And never look in vain;I feel Thy touch, eternal Love,And all is well again:The thought of Thee is mightier farThan sin and pain and sorrow are.
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May 20, 1991

Listening

Margaret R. Zuber
Our Father's demands comein powerful stillness;not in a rush of "I must's"propelling us through an uptight day.
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February 11, 1991

All of us

Ethel Ames Baker
His arms seemed ever outstretched—and gathering, gathering;Pulling the sheep of "them" and "us" into a single, perfect flock.
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