Tag: poems of faith

Viva Eternidad!

Viva  Eternidad! is a poem of faith expressing my deep belief that Jesus is the source of life, hope, and happiness. And my trust that one day very soon His promise to come and take us to live with Him forever will come to pass. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BsycYKqu26U

A Word Called Truth

Truth is a powerful force. It has the power to condemn someone for their action or inaction and at the same time to set another person free, it has the power to break the bonds of tradition, and to rewrite our understanding of the world around us. Truth may be a simple sounding and under … Continue reading A Word Called Truth

Success is Not My Friend

The poem, Success is Not My Friend, was inspired by my years of struggle to reach the unspoken dreams of my heart. Getting up early, traveling far, skipping meals when necessary, and working long into the evening to make my dreams a reality. Yet even though I worked hard, giving the effort my all, it … Continue reading Success is Not My Friend

Grant Me the Grace to Face Each Day

Grant Me the Grace to Face Each Day By Katherine B. Parilli Dear Lord please grant me the grace to live each day. Help the thoughts of my heart to be pleasing to Thee. Give me the fortitude to honor you even in adversity.  Give me the strength to walk alone, and the courage to … Continue reading Grant Me the Grace to Face Each Day

Peace for the Fear Filled Night

Living with a chronic illness that several times has flared up so strong that there several times I was not sure if I was going to survive, there have been quite a few nights when I was fearful of going to bed because I wondered if I would wake up in the morning. My one … Continue reading Peace for the Fear Filled Night

I Dream of

I Dream Of, is a poem that highlights some of my most treasured dreams, such as a life free from the daily pain and fatigue that all to often leaves me sitting on the sidelines.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbNtr9xE9cs

Earnestly I seek

Doing what I want comes so easy. Walking in the ways of stubbornness and self-satisfaction are second nature. Yet as easy as it is, none of this brings true happiness. It does not fill the heart with lasting joy. For a moment, the pleasures of this life cause the heart to race with excitement, but … Continue reading Earnestly I seek