Poems

to shine

dear God—
whatever it takes
whatever . . .

A psalm for Mother’s Day

In celebration of Mother’s Day, this poem shares inspiration from Psalm 23 about our one, divine Mother.

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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.

From Living the Lord's Prayer

'OUR FATHER ...'

The Lord's Prayer sparks the recognition that divine Love is always with us.

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In the presence of Mind

Where “Mind” is another name for God, discover how you can find yourself in the presence of Mind. 

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Upward path

A poem for your spiritual journey.

What things?

A poem inspired by Luke 24:13–32 and related to the “A heart on fire” editorial in the May issue of The Christian Science Journal.

Fearless praise

A poem in praise of overcoming fear. 

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A spiritual perspective on politics

We've gathered a variety of guests for this series, each with wonderful spiritual insights and proof that these spiritual ideas are effective—even for something that looms large, like politics.

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Anthology of classic articles III

Listen to this inspiring collection of articles.

From Safety

A safe refuge

Trust in God opens the door to a safe refuge, always available and always at hand.

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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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One

We are always one with the allness of God, as the poem in this week’s Sentinel reminds us. 
How often I’ve lamented the many missteps of my past, the failed friendships, the unrealized dreams . . . 

Atonement

A poetic inspiration on our unity with God, Love.   

Risen

The women went 
to the buried body of Jesus: 
Mary Magdalene, Mary, Salome—
yes, even then, 
they came to care for him, 
with sweet spices, 
with the purpose 
to preserve …

That time in the tomb

The story of Easter encourages all who struggle. 
Being spiritually transparent lets the light of Truth and Love shine through.