Sunday, December 22, 2024

Exhort

 Exhort


I urge you, ponder deeply every word,
Then ask of God if these things hold their light;
For wisdom comes from seeking truth aright,
And thus, His voice within you shall be heard.

I urge you, trust in gifts that God bestows,
Deny them not, nor let His power fall;
In Him alone we’re anchored through it all,
For by His grace alone our courage grows.

Remember, every good descends from grace,
Through Christ, who lights the way with steady hand;
In Him, all truth and love forever stand—
His peace endures and fills the empty space.

Keep in your heart each plea I’ve humbly told;
Come unto Christ with courage strong and bold.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: Moroni 10 


Previous Poem  2020-12-20
The Way of Truth


I strongly encourage you
to read these words and ponder them in your heart.
then ask God if true for that will make you smart.

I strongly encourage you
to never deny the power of God nor his gift.
Make sure you use his gift to keep adrift.

I strongly encourage you
to remember that all good comes in and through,
same as it has and will be Christ, it's true.

I strongly encourage you
to remember all these things I have told,
for you to come unto Christ is very bold. 


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Sunday, December 15, 2024

Faith, Hope, and Love Endure

Faith, Hope, and Love Endure

To choose the good, discern from dark and light, For all that’s pure and bright comes from the Lord. Through faith in Christ, the soul is thus restored, And hope’s sweet glow will guide us through the night. Yet charity must reign, a flame so bright, The purest gift, in heaven’s love outpoured. Without its bond, our hearts are bare, ignored, But with its strength, we rise in holy might. The Lord redeems the pure; no child must weep,
For Christ’s embrace defends them from the grave.
And faith in Him has power strong to save.
No law can bind where mercy’s roots run deep.
Though sin may rage, let faith and love remain, For Christ shall heal and cleanse the world’s great pain.

Sunday, December 8, 2024

Worth of Devotion

 The Worth of Devotion

There's much desired of worth within our soul,
In covenants that guide, uplift, inspire;
For holy promises, we must aspire—
These blessings bind and make the spirit whole.

The Holy Ghost empowers, makes us bold,
In sacred acts ordained, our hearts conspire
To bear Christ’s name, ascending ever higher;
A strength that, by His hand, we firmly hold.

Remember Him in prayer, your heart made low,
With spirit broken, contrite in your stay,
And every whispered thought you give away—
In such devotion, truest love will grow.

Embraced in arms that calm, where all things fit,
His love transforms—yes, truly, it’s worth it.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: Moroni 1-6


Previous Poem 2020-12-06
It's Worth It 


There's more  I feel will be desired
of worth to all and be inspired.
Covenants are too essential
and ordinances are special.

Ordained by power of the ghost.
Yes the Holy Ghost is the most.
You need it to take upon you,
The name of Christ, it's nothing new.

Remember Him always while praying.
With a broken heart your paying,
And contrite spirit your staying.
In his arms you'll be amazing.

Sunday, December 1, 2024

Anchor to the Light

Anchor to the Light
To whom do you anchor your soul so tight?
With steadfast faith in Christ, the firmest hold,
Each humble work a witness, bright and bold,
That all good deeds may glorify His light.

Our weakness shown, a grace to keep us low,
For strength will bloom where meekness first was sown;
Through Christ’s own power, no battle faced alone,
Faith moves our hearts to paths where courage grows.

In charity, the purest love we find,
To serve and lift our neighbor, friend, or foe—
A gift from God to seek, to live, to show,
A guiding light through actions intertwined.

So anchor deep, let love and hope abound,
For faith through Christ can raise from low to sound.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: Ether 12-15

Previous Poem 2020-11-29

To whom do you anchor your soul?
Sure and steadfast to Christ as a whole.
Abounding in good works isn't odd.
You'll be led to glorify God.

Our weakness will be shown to us
That we humble us with no fuss.
For with Faith in Christ, we can do
the great things and become strong too.



Sunday, November 24, 2024

Don't Fall Into The Cycle

Don't Fall Into The Cycle 
The prophet saw the fall through history,
The Nephite rise, their pride’s recurring lease,
A cycle endless, churning souls to grief.
Patterns echoed through all posterity.

They gained by pride, yet found disparity,
Repentance turned them back to light’s release,
But if they failed, their pain would not decrease.
As wealth gave way to grim disparity.

Good counsel shared in scriptures we must heed,
To guard against such pitfalls with due care,
To wretched strife and burdens hard to bear.
For straying leads to misery and need.

Heed well these lessons, shaped in fate’s design,
Avoid the pain and find in God a sign.

Trust that Faith

They braved the seas, adrift yet kept their course,
The Jaredites held faith in waters deep;
Though waves around could strain a heart to weep,
Their hope and trust maintained a sturdy force.

At times, they saw their fathers' ancient flaw,
To stall in doubt, resist the lighted way;
Yet courage called, they turned without delay,
And peace returned, obedient to God’s law.

The waters tried to steal their fragile hope,
But God’s sure guidance helped them through each gale;
Through storms and dark where faith alone prevailed,
And prayer upheld them, teaching them to cope.

So may we learn, when tides are fierce and strong,
To trust that faith will guide our path along.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: Ether 6-11

Previous Poem 2020-11-22 

Can you see it?
Moroni saw many similarity
Only to see it in his posterity.
The Nephite cycle never ceases
Follow it and it will tear you to pieces.

Allow pride to build your prosperity.
Then wickedness brings disparity.
Closing the circle brings you to repent.
For if you don't grave danger will be spent.

Good and bad of scriptures are shared.
Avoid the bad, so not impaired.
Stray to the bad brings misery and stife,
And probably an unhappy wife.

Journey's Multiplied
Floating or buried in the deep.
Jaredite's kept humble and meek.
Evil not seen like water outside boat.
Don't give up hope just cause of a bad note.

There were times that they had recalled
how wrong their fathers were and stalled.
To follow God's commands and all.
Change they did and reverse the fa

Sunday, November 17, 2024

Seek the Light Rise to Act

 "Seek the Light, Rise to Act"


Behold, O Lord, in whispers soft and clear,
Is the Lord a friend with whom you spend time?
In earnest talk, is faith your daily climb? 
Or is your prayer a fleeting glance, my dear?

No one else can aid you through the night,
Brother of Jared knew this truth so well.
He called to God, his heart began to swell,
And asked for light to guide his path aright.

The Lord invites us to consider well, 
To ponder deep and seek what we can do. 
He waits for us to share our thoughts anew, 
And grants us wisdom, guiding through the swell. 

So kneel in prayer, let thoughts and faith unite, 
Then rise and act, for blessings come in light. 



Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: Ether 1-5

Previous Poem 2020-11-15 

Behold, O Lord
Is the Lord an intimate friend?
How long talking, do you two spend?
Or is it just one time and done?
No one else can help you , no none.
Brother of Jared knew this well.
He cried to the Lord more than a spell.
Asked Not to confuse their language,
and darkness of boats to vanquish.
What will ye have that I should do?
Lord responds, for that is your cue.
None of God's child put faith forward,
Seen in his glory, much adored.

Sunday, November 10, 2024

Lamp to Our Feet

 "Lamp to Our Feet"


I wonder still what path I need to know,
Mormon says faith in Christ will be our guide,
Though trials may come, His love won't hide.
So what should I do to help my spirit grow?

The Book of Mormon leads where truths bestow,
Unlocks the Bible's light that we abide.
Moroni's voice, with fervent hope and pride,
Reveals the way, that all the world might know.

Our days are clouded by pollution's blight,
He warns us all to seek the pure and true.
His words, like lamps, illuminate the night,
Guiding each step toward what we must pursue.

For miracles still grace both life and birth,
A gift that marks our journey here on earth.



Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: Mormon 7-10

Previous poem 2020-11-08

Reveal His Will

I wonder what I need to know,
or what to do so I can grow.
Mormon says to believe in Christ
even if it is highly priced.
The Book of Mormon is the key,
Discover Bible clues for me.
Passed to son to finish the book.
Moroni did more than just look.
Our day has greatest pollutions,
He says to watch for solutions.
It's like a lamp to guide our feet.
Accept what's revealed under sheet.
Inspired and called his holy work.
Never changing is his one perk.
For miracles abound at times.
From birth to when the bell chimes.

Sunday, November 3, 2024

A Fate Witnessed

 "A Fate Witnessed"


Amidst the clash of swords and blood-stained ground,
The Nephite host in hopeless battle stood,
Their cries unanswered in the fields of blood,
As darkness seemed to press the light around.

Mormon, with faith unshaken, yet unbound,
Beheld his people's path to death's own flood,
A prophet's heart in sorrow understood
That sin's own chains their destiny had crowned.

He called for peace, yet war could not delay,
Drawn near, and ruin's shadow took its place.
In fields once bright, now lost to dark's embrace.
The light of hope seemed ever far away.

Yet still, his soul in Christ did firmly rest,
And mourned the fallen with a prayer-blessed.



Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: Mormon 1-6

Previous poem from 2020-11-01 
Last of the testament
The wait for one is finally here.
Name means more good to those who hear.
Saw our day and wrote what he could.
To our time his words are for good.
He saw and we do in our day.
Happiness in sin is no way.
Your broken heart will inherit
with a truly contrite spirit.
Press forward with pure love of Christ.
Spread good news of that was sacrificed.
Evil influence of satan will destroy
But you can change and find real joy.

Sunday, October 27, 2024

Gospel's Gentle Guide and Harmony's Embrace

 "The Gospel's Gentle Guide"


Behold, this is the gospel given to us,
Christ sacrificed all, was lifted on the cross.
Faith, repentance, baptism—count no loss,
Endure to the end, with hearts strong and just.

Is it as simple as bowing the head,
Or reading scriptures before we sleep?
Yes, but more; His call runs deep—
He bids us follow where He has led.

He asks, "What manner of person should you be?"
Lift one another’s burdens with care,
So all may rest, their lives made fair.
Follow Him and you will agree.

A society where contentions cease,
And all find solace in lasting peace.

"Harmony's Embrace"


Hairsplitting confrontations must be drowned,
Deal justly with all whom we meet each day.
Our differences need not lead us astray,
But in unity, let joy be found.

What should stop you in your tracks?
When you commit, do as you should,
Let righteousness guide where it would.
Avoid pride’s lure, evade the sin tax.

Come live with me in harmony sweet,
No matter the color of your skin,
I'll accept you, where we all begin.
Where hearts as one in peace can beat.

To love one another and let grace win,
Embracing all, despite where we’ve been.



Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: 3 Nephi 20-26

Previous Poems written 2020-10-25

Behold this is the gospel given to us. 
Christ sacrificed all and was lifted on the cross.
Faith, repentance, baptism and the Holy Ghost.
Endure to the end and never boast. 
 
Is it simple as bowing my head. 
Or reading the scriptures before going to bed.
Yes but more, cause he did say to follow him.
I will put my hat on for every whim.

He asks what manner of person I should be,
Follow him and you will agree.
Help one another's burdens he said. 
So they can go to bed well fed. 

A society where contentions are not found.
Hairsplitting confrontations are all but drowned. 
We should deal justly with all person we encounter.
Don't let our differences be a downer. 

So what should stop you in your tracks.
Evil prideful works and avoid that sin tax. 
So when you say do it then you should.
Make a commitment and you would.

Come with me to live together.
Peaceful living with one another.
Don't care what color of your skin.
Accept you for you, even if you sin. 

Sunday, October 20, 2024

Refined in His Hands

"Refined in His Hands"


Awake, and search the holy scriptures' light,

Let sacred words paint pictures in your mind,

And pray with earnest hearts, in Him you'll find

The strength to cleanse your vessel pure and bright.


Have you not heard the whispers from before,

Of Israel's gathering, by His command?

A sign shall come when heaven's work is planned,

To call the faithful to their sacred door.


The covenant with Abraham still stands,

Renewed with us, the Lamb walks by our side,

We tread the narrow path, in Him we guide,

Our souls refined by fire and His hands.


Through trials He will shape His precious gold,

The Lord’s own jewels, His children to behold.



Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: 3 Nephi 20-26



Previous Poems written 2020-10-18


The Lord's Jewels


Awake and search the scriptures.

In your mind you can paint pictures. 

Say Amen keep praying in your hearts.

Cleans your vessel as Spirit starts.


Have you heard the words before you. 

Of the promised gathering He'll do.

A sign will show when the work starts.

The gathering of Israel's heart.


Covenant made with Abraham,

Same is done with you and the lamb.

We can walk along the tight rope. 

Cleaning done with fire and some soap.


Sunday, October 13, 2024

In Sacred Steps

"In Sacred Steps"

You heard the Word, now go and ponder well,
Let thoughts ascend with prayers from heart sincere.
For He is near, your ally ever dear,
And reads your soul where deepest feelings dwell.

When supplications humbly you impart,
Simple and true, they honor Him on high.
With gratitude, your thanks will reach the sky,
And shield your soul from any hardened heart.

Then take the bread and water in His name,
Remembering His birth and sacrifice,
From death to life, His teachings full of grace,
Descending low before His glorious claim.

Ascend with Him, your Savior, evermore,
To walk His path and love the light He bore.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: 3 Nephi 17-19


Previous Poems written 2020-10-11   

SIMPLE SUPPLICATION

You heard the Word now go ponder.
Reading might just make you wander.
Allow prayers to ascend on high
He knows all and he's your ally.

When you pray to God our Father.
Simple prayers to him will honor.
Convey your appreciation,
to avoid any damnation.

A SACRED ORDINANCE

I take the water and the bread.
Think on Him, nothing more to dread.
From birth, death and resurrection
All he's done and taught perfection.
Descend below all things before
He could ascend to do much more.

Sunday, October 6, 2024

Find Yourself in Heaven's Light"

 "Find yourself in Heaven's Light"


Blessed are the ones who seek with hearts so pure,
The humble souls, to whom the heavens call.
They mourn and grieve, yet find their peace in all,
For mercy flows to those who will endure.

The meek shall rise, inherit all the earth,
While those who thirst for truth are fully filled.
The merciful, with tender hearts instilled,
Find mercy blooming from their humble worth.

The peacemakers, as children of the Lord,
Shall walk with grace and see His holy face.
Though persecution comes, they find His grace,
Their hearts with joy and heaven's great reward.

For in each trial, blessings still increase,
And faith turns suffering into perfect peace.



Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: 3 Nephi 12-16

No previous poem written

Sunday, September 29, 2024

Signs of His Light

"Signs of His Light"


Prophets foretold as signs would yet unfold,
Destruction never seen before the day,
When earth was lost, its form and mold gave way,
As darkness spread, all hearts grew faint and cold.

A voice was heard among us, strong and clear,
Christ, the Lord, His words began to fall,
From great to small, He rules and governs all,
He lights our way, our path made bright and near.

The law remains, but sacrifice has changed,
No longer blood, but hearts are what He seeks,
Now hear His call, for strength is found in meek,
And by His will, the soul is rearranged.

So follow Him, and never turn away,
For He will lead you through the darkest day.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: 3 Nephi 8-11


Previous poem written 2020-09-20

Where you there? Did you see it?


Prophets foretold as signs unfold.
At His death the earth lost its mold.
Destruction never seen before.
Days of darkness scared to the core.

From a voice we heard among all.
Christ the Lord spoke and it wasn't small.
From big things to all that is small.
He is the light and life of all.

Law of sacrifice still is core.
But nothing like it was before.
Hear His voice and follow its mold.
You're gathered so you don't unfold.

Sunday, September 22, 2024

Struggle of Christ's Disciple

"Struggle of Christ’s Disciple"


I’ve heard the lies and words that flatter deep,
God’s work beheld, while Satan sought to shatter.
Some fell, their hearts grew hard, their minds did scatter,
Distracted souls, in blindness lulled to sleep.

Yet face your foe, with courage you must keep,
And pray for strength; the Lord’s power won’t matter.
With faith in God, rise up, avoid the chatter,
Through trials, His commands, you must now steep.

The enemy’s designs, you must defy,
For in this struggle, Christ stands by your side.
Though shadows fall, His light will guide you by,
With grace to carry you through every tide.

Endure with faith, for victory will come,
In time, His glory will not be outdone.



Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: 3 Nephi 1-7



Previous poem written 2020-09-13

Struggle of Christ's Disciple


Have heard lies and words that flatter,
God's work seen, Satan tried splatter.
Some fell, with hearts hard and minds blind.
Actions distract by evil design.

Meet your enemy forward faced.
Pray for the Lord's strength, won't waste.
With faith in God overcome fear.
Learn like him by time to appear.

Sunday, September 15, 2024

Path of Obedience and Light with Reason's Rebellion and Faith's Return

 "The Path of Obedience and Light"


Those once taught now rise as teacher bright, 
The prophet speaks from heart, pure wisdom's start,
In homes and hearts, his words do play their part,
Uniting souls in love's eternal light.

For Satan seeks to trap with shallow sight,
Through flashy songs and senses’ hollow art,
Yet moral choice defines the truest chart,
Where actions yield results, both dark and bright.

Obedience leads to joy, its path we know,
While breaking law does only bring us pain,
To know repentance, hear God's voice again,
And find the truth in Christ's eternal glow.

So prophets teach, their message we receive,
And in that faith, our hearts begin to cleave.


"Reason's Rebellion and Faith's Return"


The truth brings power, knowledge lights the way, 
Through scripture's voice, our hearts to faith incline, 
Repentance follows, leading to divine, 
A change of heart where freedom holds full sway. 

Yet reason claims the prophet's words decay,
For we reject what seems beyond our line,
Of understanding, so we quick resign,
To cast aside the truth and fall astray. 

In foolish pride, we stir with thoughts unclear,
Vain rumors grow, contention taints the land,
The evil one ensnares with tempting hand,
Disturbing hearts with doubts and rising fear. 

But through the chaos, faith will still endure, 
For in the truth, we find a hope most pure. 



Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: Helaman 13-16

Previous poem "Role Reversal"

written 2020-09-06 

Role Reversal

Lamanites were always evil.
But Nephites did an upheaval.
Became prideful, ignored prophets.
Warning ignored in their back pockets.
"This is the way" but realize
There's bound to be tempting lies.
That even though they're seductive,
Consequences are a must've.

Notes taken from scripture reading 
Those who had once been taught now became the teacher. 
For the prophet taught straight from his heart. 

Bring into your homes and hearts
The teachings of the prophets and apostles
This strengthens our relationship with each other.

Satan will capture your heart, mind and emotions
With flashy images, blaring music and stimulation of every physical sense we have.
Our moral agency is what do we do with that.
You might choose and act a certain way but you don't choose the outcome of your actions.
Obedience will yield happiness, while violation will not. 

We hear the words of the prophet to know of the judgements of God
And to know of the conditions of our repentance. 
That we might know of Jesus Christ and his coming. 

For there is power in the knowledge of the truth.
We are led to believe by the holy scripture
From there it leads to faith and repentance.
With a destination that we have a change of heart that makes us free.

Based upon the basis of reason. We hear it so it must be so.
We reject the words of the prophets.
Saying that it is beyond reason that this should be.
So we say it is not so. 

Disturbed we do become because we hear rumors
And contentious upon this land.
When we imagine things that are foolish and vain
And follow the stirrings of the evil one. 

Sunday, September 8, 2024

It's Your Choice

"It's Your Choice"


Did you forget, or did you just resist,
To follow truth and let your soul be led?
Was it a lack of faith or devil's dread
That made you falter, fall into the mist?

The needs of flesh can lead the heart amiss,
To harden souls and leave them cold and dead.
Obeying Him, except the heart of men instead.
Yet God commands, and all things do persist.

But still, His voice calls out; we have the choice,
To turn from sin, to rise, and be restored.
Repentance sings; the humble hear its chord,
And grace can heal with just a whispered voice.

Oh, choose His light and let your spirit soar,
To dwell with Him in peace forevermore.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: Helaman 7-12


Spiritual Unsteadiness

Previous Poem written on 2020-08-30


Did you just forget or refuse to commit?

Was it a lack of knowledge or the Devil made you do it.

The needs of the flesh cause an unsteadiness.

You harden your heart which is a form of deadliness.


All God's creations do obey his command,

But the children of men tend to withstand.

They can repent and hearken to his voice

Restored by grace just by a simple choice.

Sunday, September 1, 2024

The Paths We Choose

 The Paths We Choose


Beware the circle that will bring affliction,
If hearts unyielding choose not to repent,
In wickedness, one's days are poorly spent,
And evil's snares will lead to deep restriction.

The author of all sin will teach deceit,
He seeks to drag you down into the mire,
But hold to God, let righteousness inspire,
For saints who stand in faith make life complete.

See how the wicked spread their seeds of strife,
Their discord shadows every step they take,
While those who choose the light, true peace partake,
In righteous ways, they find the joy of life.

So choose your course on principles that last,
Avoid the misery of the wicked's past.



Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: Helaman 1-6


Previous Poem written on 2020-08-23
Cycle of the Circle


Watch out this circle will afflict.
If no repent it will restrict.
Groups of evil tend to distract.
Contention can't always be tracked.

Author of all sin instructs some.
Don't let him drag you through the scum.
Diligent in the sight of God.
Brings us around from being flawed.

Sunday, August 25, 2024

Young Guardians of Faith

Young Guardians of Faith

Young ones of righteousness, your courage see,
With steadfast hearts, defend your native land,
Grateful for God's protecting, guiding hand,
As you confront the face of death with glee.

True to your faith, let all your actions be,
In trials fierce, with courage make your stand,
Stay constant, firm—by these, be rightly planned—
A better world through steadfast loyalty.

Some hardships on your path you can't avoid,
Your choices shape the voids that lie within,
Cleanse your inner vessel, pure and bright,
Avoid offence, lest peace be thus destroyed.

So rise, young ones, and let your spirits gleam,
In righteousness, fulfill the noblest dream.





Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: Alma 53-63

Previous Poem written on 2020-08-16
Moral Agents

Young men of righteousness see,
commitment to defend your country.
Grateful for divine protection.
Fearless facing death's reflection.

True to your faith, can it be you?
Courage and constant, always true.
How better we would be to know,
Cause my mother taught me to go. 

Some hardships you will not avoid,
Your reaction could create a void.
Your inner vessel should be cleaned.
Avoid offence or be quarantined.

Sunday, August 18, 2024

Banner of the Just, The Freedom Covenant and A Father's Strength

 "Banner of the Just"


Moroni, clad in virtue's armor bright,
With God’s own wisdom guiding every hand,
To shield his kin and consecrate the land.
Stood firm in war, defending truth and right.

In liberty, our peace and freedom stand,
Yet chains await where righteousness is weak.
Need to fight for all blessings that we seek.
Guard our homes with courage it does demand.

For life is sacred, even those who stray.
In darkness deep, will always tend to rise.
But raise the banner, pierce the dark with cries.
Let not our silence pave a darker way.

With hearts resolved, we'll rally to the fight,
For truth and justice, in God's holy light.


"The Freedom Covenant"


For this ensign, Moroni's bold decree,
A banner raised to rally every heart.
To stand as one, refusing to depart.
Inscribe these words of sacred liberty.

For God, for freedom, for wives and our young,
He wrote, and every warrior took a stand.
No tyrant's yoke, nor an enemy at hand,
Could break this spiritual bond with your tongue.

In unity, our strength and purpose blend,
Each heart resolved, no more to kneel in fear.
Stand firm as mountains, hold what we hold dear.
With heaven’s cause, we shall not break or bend.

So let the flag of liberty unfurl,
Defending truth in an uncertain world.


"A Father's Strength"


If all were like Moroni, just and true,
The powers of darkness would forever cease.
The cause of God, his legacy of peace.
In strength and faith, his every act renew.

So too, my father stands with steadfast heart,
A pillar firm against the trials of life.
A guiding light through moments filled with strife.
In every storm, he’s played a noble part.

With wisdom deep and courage in his soul,
He’s led with love, defending all he holds.
A man of honor, strong and true as gold.
In him, I see Moroni’s righteous goal.

As Moroni’s deeds were blessed from above,
So is my father’s life, a gift of love.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: Alma 43-52


Previous Poem written on 2020-08-09

"Rally the call to righteousness"

Moroni relied on his strengths,
and the Lord's guidance to great lengths.
Seek God's counsel in times of war.
Defend your family and more.

Peace and freedom make liberty,
Don't fall into captivity.
Defend your country, take up arms.
Protect your families and farms.

All life is precious, protect it.
Even those in the devil's pit.
Don't be the one to do nothing.
Hoist that title and do something.

Sunday, August 4, 2024

Simple Means Greater the Outcome

 Simple Means Greater the Outcome


By small and simple means your dreams take flight,
With faith alone, your progress will ascend.
Could find yourself adrift, dreams at an end.
Without this trust, you’ll falter in the night.

Have you retained the memories of grace.
His mercy gained through trials you have faced?
To work His wonders, hands and hearts now laced.
Let youth be guided by His warm embrace.

Be bold, but let not vanity intrude,
With love, not madness, let your heart be filled.
Your passions bridled, thus your dreams are willed.
In idleness, let wisdom be your food.

So harness faith, let dreams and actions blend,
With love and grace, you'll reach the destined end.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: Alma 36-38


Previous Poem written on 2020-07-26

Great Things

By small and simple brings the means 
to accomplish your great dreams.
With no faith your progress will stop,
and you will end up in a flop.

Have ye sufficiently retained?
Memories of his mercy gained.
Youth should follow god's commands.
Perform miracles with their hands.

Be bold but not with vanity.
Filled with love not insanity.
Idleness should be a ration.
So let's bridle all your passion.

Sunday, July 28, 2024

Seeds of Faith

Seeds of Faith


We walk to edges where the light is thin,
To center faith on what remains unseen. 
A seed of trust within the heart is seen, 
From which our actions and our hope begin.

To feel the truth, experiment and try,
With patient hands, allow the seed to grow,
You'll find the strength and certainty to know,
In fertile soil, beneath a caring sky.

This faith dispels the shadows of despair, 
Replaced by positive, uplifting grace. 
A guiding truth that time will not efface.
In tasting light, its goodness we declare.

Thus, faith in Christ becomes our steady guide,
With hope and love, it ever will abide.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: Alma 32-35


Previous poem from 2020-07-19

What is Faith in Christ?


Centered on something not known,
Walk to the edge of light, unknown.
Receive that seed into your heart.
Take actions to give a good start.

How can we feel that it is true
Experiment the word and do.
Patience with the seed, it will grow.
Give place to flourish, you will know.

Helps to remove the negative.
Cultivate with the positive.
Taste this light for it's good to go.
Confirms my saying that I know. 

Sunday, July 21, 2024

Follow Along or Be Wrong

 Follow Along or Be Wrong


To frenzied minds, these words spread far and wide.
Do you now follow in this bold new way?
For there are those that did not move nor sway.
In truth, did I feel something deep inside?

Managing this new creature, seems absurd.
Prosper in life by my own hands alone.
No sin exists if the divine's unknown.
Can I partake in what’s so newly stirred?

Follow 'long, and I’ll lose my liberty.
This new morality leads hearts astray.
Selfish thoughts drive every step of the way.
Decisions made by a force, not by me.

Forsake the path of selfish vanity,
True freedom lies in life's humility.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: Alma 30-31


Previous Poem from 2020-07-12 

Do you follow Korihor?  

I hear the word by the chief judge,
It seems as though he didn't budge.
Bring many to a frenzied mind.
Did I actually feel aligned?

In this life prosper by my own,
No sin when divine is unknown.
Management of the creature, what?
Can I get a piece of that cut?

Follow this new morality,
It's selfish mentality.
Follow him I won't be free,
Decisions are not made by me.

Sunday, July 14, 2024

We Pray When Forgiven

 We Pray When Forgiven


I thank my God, given to us with grace,
Our hearts softened as we discuss our plight.
Removed guilt, now no more in madness' sight.
Change our ways, forgiven of sins' dark trace.

Never let our swords stain in wrath again,
But will give our own lives, amen, in peace.
Feel peace when guards of joy and hope decrease?
Can you be happy when life's hard, my friend?

Shake off old habits, start a life anew,
Live with integrity when falsehoods reign.
Sing praise, give thanks, let joy dispel the pain.
Yes, you can call the heavenly source true.

For He is my light, my joy, my employ,
In His embrace, my life finds fullest joy.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)

Content taken from: Alma 23-29


Previous Poems from 2020-07-05

Prayer of the forgiven

I thank my God, given to us 
Our hearts softened and we discuss
Change our ways, forgiven of bad.
removed guilt, and now nor more mad.
Never let our swords stain again,
but will give our own lives, amen.


Daily Struggles 

Can you be happy when life's hard?
Feel peace when there is no guard.
Shake off old habits and start a new.
Live with integrity when others aren't true.

Yes you can, call the heavenly source.
Sing Praise, Give Thanks, for he's that force.
For he is my light and my joy.
Allows my life to fulfil my employ.

Sunday, July 7, 2024

Instruments of Faith and Light

 Instruments of Faith and Light


In the Lord's vineyard, a labor of love,
Wax strong in knowledge of the truth of God,
Build sound intellect with a tireless nod.
Friendship bonds formed are blessed from above.

With prophecy and revelation, they taught,
Through prayer and fasting, they sought divine grace,
In the wilderness, they journeyed many days,
Seeking the Spirit’s guidance, never distraught.

To bring their brethren to the truth and light,
With patience in suffering, they pressed ahead.
Establishing the Lord’s word, they spread,
As instruments of salvation, shining bright.

With faith and love, mission never complete,
God's truth and light made their journey sweet.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content: Alma 17 - 22

Previous poem  2020-06-28

My Thoughts Unheard

Wishes to dwell among and serve.
Saved my flocks with a steady nerve.
I hear the words he speak,
Causes me to become weak.

O Lord, I ask grant me relief.
Remove this veil of unbelief.
By hunger and thirst I'm estranged.
My redeemer seen, my heart changed.

Sunday, June 30, 2024

Paths of Faith and Destiny & Profound Divine Certainty

Paths of Faith and Destiny

Prove your predestined fate? 'Tis true or not.
Chosen and faithful you're foreseen to be.
But choose you must to the utmost degree.
Listen to heart, not harden to what's taught.

Your actions, whether good or bad in sight,
Shape both your spirit and your mind's own plight.
Choose wisely, for their impact can ignite,
As much as a spiritual fight takes flight.

I weep with friends who face death's cold embrace,
Sharing their grief, joy's moments, without fear.
For in faith's light, death's dread does disappear,
Their souls find joy in eternal grace.

Choose your path wisely, for deeds shape your soul's plight,
In faith's embrace, find joy where fears take flight.

Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content: Alma 13 - 16

Profound Divine Certainty 

It is true, I am weak, enough to weep.
For friends and kindred, lost to death’s embrace.
Sympathy’s soul in every tear-tracked face.
I shed my tears, when others’ sorrows seep.

I weep with them, their grief within my heart.
Rejoice with them, in joy’s transcendent flight.
For in this world, it does not bring me fright.
Yet mourn I not, as death does play its part.

For faithful souls, death's fear is no more,
Temporal dread, dissolved in faith's pure light,
Christ’s righteousness bestows eternal sight,
As Adam's sin brought death to mankind's shore.

In death, they find a joy that will not fade,
For they shall rise again, in light arrayed.

Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content: Alma 14

Previous Poem  2020-06-21

Sympathy of Soul  

After the order of His Son.
Ordained to choose to get good done.
I dare not rehearse the matter.
wrest or twist the Word will splatter.

We see evil being done to all,
Smitten on cheek, what will befall.
Pain felt now, but glory greater,
For the righteous comes later.

How can I stand by watching this?
Blood of the innocent will hiss.
Will stand as witness as a shield.
Repentant believer will yield.

Sunday, June 16, 2024

From the Inside Out & Engraven upon you

From the Inside Out


Show that a change has happened in your life.
A change that is more spiritual and pure.
Motivating a life that can endure.
Building conviction, not just mental strife.

All thoughts, interests, conduct now refocused.
You are not converted till your heart is new.
A transformation pure, divine, and true.
Where you are now born of God, so blessed.

The world might take one out of bad domains,
But Christ will take the bad out from the soul.
And find their spirit suddenly made whole.
Then they themselves escape such earthly chains.

The world molds people, changing their veneer,
But Christ will change the nature held so dear.


Engraved Upon You

Our garments washed to white before the Lord,
Through soiled deeds and thoughts that darkly stain,
Cleansed by the Lamb's pure blood, we lose the chain,
To stand absolved when judgment's time is scored.

Can we discard our pride and envy’s hoard,
For others loom so large within our eyes,
That we feel small, and act with dark disguise,
As if their gain makes us less to be adored.

The world proclaims we need both wealth and praise,
More handsome, more admired, possessions grand,
Yet in God’s eyes, all equally do stand,
No treasures more or less, within His gaze.

He loves us all, our flaws and strengths embraced,
In His great race, against sin we are graced.

Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content: Alma 5-7

Previous Poem from 2020-06-07


Born Again 


You should hear me, I verbalize
with vigour of my soul advise.
Image of God engraven on,
shown but not drawn with your crayon.

What it means to be born again?
Walking like him and don't pretend.
Looking at others through his eyes.
Speak of those with the greatest prize.

Change colors of your tie dye shirt.
Green of envy leaves lots a dirt.
Clean or bleach them to remove blue.
Strip out purple pride to clean you.

Careful not to touch unclean things
mingled names definitely stings.

Sunday, June 9, 2024

Guide the People to do Right

Guide the People to do Right

Righteous kings, though just, shall not endure,
Judges now rise from voices cast by vote.
God’s wrath descends, as ancient prophets wrote.
Spoken that all be wicked and impure.

The Spirit of Truth, a sole guide to teach, 
Shun the wicked ways. The world shows it's schemes,
Pride, unchecked, degrades our loftiest dreams.
For the Lord’s promise does our souls beseech.

 Thy deeds shall show the harvest thou dost reap,
 Whether in goodness or in vile deceit.
 For wickedness in shadows dark does creep, 
And pride’s sly entry hearts must vigilant meet. 

 Yet, by His grace, if righteousness we seek, 
We shall not fall, nor find our souls so weak.

Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content: Mosiah 29 - Alma 4

Previous Poem from 2020-05-31
https://mylookonthebookofmormon.blogspot.com/2020/05/judges-rule-kings-drool.html

Judges Rule, Kings Drool
Righteous kings will not always last.
Judges come from votes that are cast.
If the voice of all are wicked.
God's wrath awaits as predicted.

Spirit of Truth is way to teach
Bad things of world never preach.
Promise of the Lord will protect
Yet pride will degrade if unchecked.

Your works do show rewards you reap.
Good or bad you will have to keep. 
Wickedness enters from the back.
Pride enters your heart, give no slack.

Sunday, June 2, 2024

Rebirth and a Power once Told

Rebirth

In lands divided, Nephites now unite,
A people numbered with God's holy name,
Through baptism's waters, faith takes aim,
And peace was promised, yet unrest took flight.

Unbelievers, children of the Saints' seed,
Persecuted their kin, hearts turned from light.
Alma's son and Mosiah's, lost might,
An angel's visit turned from that need.

Conversion's miracle, for all to find,
Not in the angel's sight, but hearts reborn.
Alma the Younger, with his heart did morn,
From vilest sinner to a saint, aligned.

Repentance, forgiveness, God's will obeyed,
Through Christ, we're born anew, our debts allayed.

A Power once Told 


In tales of old, King Mosiah's decree,
Echoes of liberation sweetly sung,
In awe of goodness, grateful hearts brung,
From bonds of anguish, souls at last set free.

Yet midst the triumph, shadows lingered near,
The Lamanites' blade brought sorrow's rain,
In desperate need of solace to regain.
Their cries unheard, their anguish crystal clear.

Through trials deep, the path of change they showed,
Seeking redemption for the fractured soul,
Unseen, yet potent, the truth to extol.
In youth's embrace, the seeds of wisdom sowed.

Confessions whispered, repentance begun,
In penitence, the journey to be won.



Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: Mosiah 25-28

Previous Poem 

https://mylookonthebookofmormon.blogspot.com/2020/05/power-of-scriptures-new-creature.html


Power of Scriptures 2020-05-24  

Now we're together to discuss
King Mosiah has read to us
Our stories that are amazing.
Delivery from bondage, praising.

Slain by Lamanites, distressing.
Think of goodness of God, blessing. 
Pain filled and anguish for their soul.
Made more changes to become whole.

Great is the teaching in your youth
Unrecognized he'll be in truth.
Confess your sins and repent some.
Go and do this to overcome.

Sunday, May 26, 2024

Faith and Strength

Faith and Strength

What’s your desire? Should it be so bold,
Mourn and bring comfort to those in need,
Stand as a witness, uphold your creed.
Come unto God and join His holy fold.

Be baptized in His name, let it show,
And you’ll gain that eternal, sacred glow.
Go forward with faith, though prayers seem slow,
For past sins cleansed by a divine wand’s flow.

Even the righteous face trials and strife,
Your weakness shall transform to strength so strong,
By His will, endurance will prolong.
Yet patience and smiles sustain their life.

Lift up your head, be at ease and find peace,
For burdens lighter bring hearts sweet release.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: Mosiah 18-24


Previous Poem 2020-05-17

What's your desire

Should your desire be so bold,
Come unto God and join his fold.
Mourn and comfort to those in need.
Stand as a witness is your creed.
Be baptized in his name to show
and you'll gain that eternal glow.

Go Forward with Faith

He hears prayers yet slow to respond,
For our past sins he waves a wand.
Even the righteous have trials,
By patience they last with smiles.
Your weakness will be made stronger,
By His divine will it last's longer.
Lift up your head, be of good ease
Lighter your burdens are than these.

Sunday, May 19, 2024

One of True Example

 One of True Example


In days when King Noah ruled with pride and sin,
His heart was cold, his ways corrupt and vain,
To warn of judgment, calling to abstain.
The prophet Abinadi did begin.

“Repent,” he cried, “and turn unto the Lord,
For wickedness shall bring a heavy hand,
Obey His laws, heed now this last command,
Destruction comes, fulfill ye God’s own word.”

In chains they bound the prophet, mocked his plea,
Yet steadfast in his faith he stood alone,
Through Christ the path to mercy would be shown.
Proclaiming Christ, salvation pure and free.

Though martyred, his bold testimony’s flame,
Inspired Alma, turning hearts to God’s name.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: Mosiah 7-10


Previous poem 2020-05-10

True Example of Abinadi 

Courage to share with you and I 
Obedience to the Lord's way.
Faithful to covenants, not stray.
How many warnings is needed.
Or are you too much conceded.
Are the ten commandments still good?
Love of God and others you should.
By the law alone we're not saved.
Salvation from Sin or enslaved.
Tis the only gateway, through Christ.
As if Gospel and Law are spliced.

Sunday, May 12, 2024

Defending Faith

Defending Faith 

From northern lands, desire to return.
To find our brethren trapped in bondage,
By foes demanding constant homage.
Ammon and team set forth to learn.

An ancient record hidden, recent found.
No seer around, its secrets to discern.
Performing miracles with no concern.
A gift from God, a prophet's grace profound.

Against the fierce Lamanites we fought,
Defending all our rights with steadfast might.
Prosperous with the Lord's guiding light,
Their children hatred's lessons sadly taught.

With faith, we rise and stand with noble pride,
Together, strong, with love we shall abide.



 Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: Mosiah 7-10


Previous Poems 2020-05-03  


From the north desire to return
Ammon and team went to learn
to find our brethren in bondage.
forcing them to pay homage.

An ancient record had been found
Not read,  a seer was not around.
Gift from God, greater than prophet
Make great miracles with no profit

We fought against the Lamanites.
Defend ourselves, protect our rights.
Prosper with the Lord as our might.
They taught children to hate and fight. 

Sunday, May 5, 2024

Manifest the Master in You

Manifest the Master in You


Come to know the glory of God in you.
For his name should be written in your heart.
This changed heart can change the world, the whole part.
Gain this peace of conscience, all the way through.

Look for times to grant mercy to others.
Help others fallen with infirmity,
In hunger or distress, on bended knee.
Cause there'll be times we ask another's.

Claim with one voice, "We believe" what's spoken.
The Lord's words surging through us every day.
In surety and truth, in spirit believe
We're born of him can you feel it woken.

For it's important that we hear his voice.
Respond to the promptings for it's our choice.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: Mosiah 4-6

Previous Poem    2020-04-26_Mosiah4-6

Walk in his ways

Our sins alone we cannot cure
Need power beyond to endure.
Atoning blood of Christ applied
Joy in our heart that's purified.

Those extending their hand in need.
Don't deny, aid them to proceed.
In wisdom and order do all,
Can exhaust you chasing the ball.

Fear ye shall perish, watch yourself.
In thought, word and deed prove oneself.
Take upon you the name of Christ,
Willingness to do all sufficed.

Sunday, April 21, 2024

Implore You

 Implore You


My struggle I had, with God, it was not.
Pour out my whole heart before Him was smart.
For my father's words sank deep in my heart.
With a desire so great that my soul fought.

With diligence follow in word and deed
I now struggle in all things, blow by blow.
Yet with patience in all, my faith will show.
Prove my reward is worth it, I'm agreed.

Remember for it has been promised
Ask, and it's given you.
Seek, and it'll find you.
Knock, it opens for you.

Enos prayed for us, a reminder
To pray for all of us to be kinder.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC irregular GG)
Content taken from: Enos

Previous Poem -

Greater Can I Become

Grateful to my fathers teaching.
I feel my sins are far-reaching. 
Led to my wrestle before God.
Penitent I'm hungered and flawed.

Voice of the Lord gave peace to mind.
Further prayed for all of mankind.
Further down the road their whole souls
Given to the Lord with higher goals. 

Sunday, April 14, 2024

A Vinery Tale

 A Vinery Tale

Hear these words with a moral from this tale.
The vineyard master allows all to grow.
Where there are parts that do but others blow.
When there's trees that can't make the lower scale. 

He sees this and now he is sorrowful.
But take the wild olive tree to nourish,
Merge branches, allow to grow and flourish.
He has us graft jointly, that's more hopeful.

Great fruit from the bounty give to the Lord.
There's still a need to nourish to flourish.
So they don't perish and still be cherished.
Yet still other trees need help, use a sword.

What more can be done in this vinery?
Never cease, work more than play is primary.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: Jacob 5-7

Previous Poem 2020-03-22_Jacob5-7
Can you see the meaning?
Hear words with moral from a tale
The tree is on the upper scale. 
The master allows it to grow.
Parts do but others start to blow.
This made the master sorrowful.
Grafting option is more hopeful.
A wild olive tree to nourish,
Allowed to grow and flourish.
With great fruit given to the Lord.
Other trees need help with a sword.
Still need to nourish to flourish.
what else is to be encouraged.
What more to be done in vinery?
Working all day is primary.
Spare the trees a little further,
Remove bad so good can nurture.

Sunday, March 24, 2024

Feast upon the Words of Christ

“Feast upon the Words of Christ”


The way to be holy set before you.
The path of His example is set strait.
Starting your journey at the narrow gate.
Keep his commandments is the biggest clue.

First believe in him, repent of misdeed.
A Cleansing by fire to be refinished
You'd continue on this path to finish.
Baptize by water, you will also need.

Savor those words, embed them in your heart.
You should speak from your heart to the Father.
My cries heard, for him it's not a bother.
Put Faith into action like it's fine art.

These words of Christ persuade you to do good.
Believe and exalt your prayers, you should.


Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: 2 Nephi 31-33

Previous Poem 2020-03-08 Pure Doctrine of Christ
The path is example set strait.
Start your journey at the narrow gate.
Believe in him, repent of misdeed.
Baptize by water and you'll need,
Cleansing by fire to be refinished
Continue on this path to finish.
Savor those words, embed in heart.
Put Faith into action like its fine art.
From your heart speak to the Father.
He hears my cries it is not a bother.

Sunday, March 3, 2024

Banner Unfurled

 Banner Unfurled


Lift up your hearts and rejoice in each word.
Liken them to yourself, include each verb.
The Lord's Mount is a place seen as superb.
Do not forsake and follow a path blurred.

For he will be seen on the roads up high,
Upon fences tall, upon the ships afloat,
In high mountains or hills comes from each throat,
Exalted he'll be, from the ground to the sky.

While evil flocks around like a feather.
Satan invades with his official nod.
Prepare yourself today to dwell with God.
The Lord looks to gather us together.

You'll see much disturbance in this our world.
Words of Isaiah are now unfurled.



Written format: Sonnet (ABBA CDDC EFFE GG)
Content taken from: 2 Nephi 11-19

Other lines

He does guide us by day inside a cloud.
You hear him by fire at night shining bright.
Zion's refuge helps us in any fight.
A covert built for all types of a crowd.

Now the world is in a grand disturbance.
For Satan's hold has spread and is not gone.
Yet the work of the Lord continues on.
Zion won't change not even the surface.


Previous Poem 2020-02-23  Great are the words of Isaiah

Lift up your hearts, rejoice in words.
Liken them to self, include the verbs.
The Mount of the Lord is here today
Do not forsake and go the wrong way.

For we will see him on the high road,
upon the tall fence, upon the ships abode.
in the high mountains and on the hills 
exalted he'll be, even at the foothills.

He guides us by day with cloud
and by fire at night shines loud.
Now Zion will be a place of refuge
a covert to hid from the deluge.

With greater evils flocking all a feather.
The Lord looks to get us together.
While Satan invades and gives his nod.
Prepare yourself to dwell with God

While Satan's hold is not gone.
The work of the Lord continues on.
The world is in a grand disturbance.
Zion will not change not even on the surface.