Poems

Poem

"LORD, SAVE ME"

Doris A. Lewis

I seemed to be adrift upona fearful, anxious sea,where winds and waves of false beliefsdeluged and frightened me.
Poem

A CHILD'S MORNING PRAYER

Marion Alice Bowers

Dear God, I thank You for your loveOn this new day.

Audio Collection

A spiritual approach to mental health

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

From Safety

A safe refuge

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

View other Collections →

Poem

A PRAYER AFTER CHURCH SERVICE

Maxine Le Pelley

His will and work is done!Gone forth the holy WordUpon receptive soil.

Write for JSH

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

Write for JSH

Poem

SPIRITUAL BREAKFAST

Carrie Whittier Bengtson

At dawn I sit with precious books at hand,Material senses hushed and clamor stilled,As hidden truths unfold at Love's command,When thought is cleansed from mortal servitude—This is my spiritual breakfast, my true food.
Poem

LOVE POINTS THE WAY

Jennie Baird Schooley

Love forever points the wayLeading to unending day;Fears and doubts cannot abide,Since our God is at our side.
Poem

THE GUESTS OF GOD

Maude De Verse Newton

Within the realm of holy thoughtThis hour has led the wayFrom out the darkness of distressTo Spirit's perfect day.

Audio Collection

Where is God when bad things happen?

Have you ever asked yourself where God is when you’re faced with bad news? We invite you to listen to each episode and discover ideas that spark hope and inspiration.

Audio Collection

Get to know God: The “omnis”

Listen to gain deeper insight into the four “omnis”—omnipresence, omnipotence, omniscience, and omniaction.

From Conquering hate, enthroning peace

Love's triumph over hate

How can we love when others hate? Prayerful turning to God, divine Love, with the earnest desire to express His qualities under all circumstances will give us strength and ability to do right.

View other Collections →

From Safety

A safe refuge

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

View other Collections →

Write for JSH

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

Write for JSH

Poem

GLEANING

Rosemary C. Cobham

When Ruth went gleaning in her kinsman's fieldThe reapers let the ears of barley fallThrough Boaz' generosity, and sheBent down, and gleaned them all.
Poem

GOD CARES

Benjamin H. Woodcock

Dost thou doubt?
Poem

ETERNITY, NOT TIME

Dorothea Sturdivant Fagan

The minutes of mortalityThat seem to drag or fly away—These measurements of time are false;They have no part within God’s day.
Poem

THE LITTLE THINGS

Sylvia Joan Albery

What tasks have I today?
Poem

THE CHOICE

Anita H. Rosenau

The world of self is narrow, rimmed by chance,Confined by theory, measured by a sigh;But none is held without his own consent,The choice lies in refusing to comply.
Poem

A LETTER TO A FRIEND

Pierrepont E. Twitchell

The Master came, and now that he is goneI write to you just what it means to me—Not just the words he said.