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. 

"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.

"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.

 "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

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