*This poem was originally published in the December 1970 issue. The Quest (Matt. 2:1-11) With glowing light the dawn doth break O’er yonder hills; And in its wake Majestically the sun doth rise Casting its rays o’er land and skies. The city stirs from slumber deep Jerusalem rouses, wakes from sleep And soon […]
“As the mountains are round about Jerusalem, so the Lord is round about His people, henceforth even forever”. Psalm 125:2 San Gorgonia to the east, and Mt. Baldy towards the west. Out north the San Bernardino range, and south the canyon crest Serenely secure the valley lies, within these granite walls While gently wafted […]
In the stillness of the night Radiating glory of heavenly light An angel of the Lord appeared Unto lowly shepherds; who greatly feared. They stand in awe as the angels’ voice Bids their trembling hearts rejoice Good news I bring, of tidings glad No longer let your hearts be sad. Then, suddenly, melodious […]
Eye hath not seen; Ear hath not heard, Nor has it ever in man’s thoughts occurred, The glories that await in heaven above Prepared for God’s saints, in merciful love. There creatures of loveliest heavenly grace Fall down in worship before God’s face. They sing of His glory, power and might Blessing Him ever […]
The night was cold and chill Enveloped in darkness was the hill Where lowly shepherds tired and worn Guarded their sheep until the morn Should break; and send its light To take away the shades of night Sad and forlorn was Israel’s plight O’er whelmed by sin’s dark dismal night Sin laden souls weary […]
(Matt. 2:1-11) With glowing light the dawn doth break O’er yonder hills; And in its wake Majestically the sun doth rise Casting its rays o’er land and skies. The city stirs from slumber deep Jerusalem rouses, wakes from sleep And soon the tread of busy feet Are hastening on, in every street. The cry of […]
Weary, heavy laden and utterly perplexed, With hopes all shattered and hearts sore vexed, Busily conversing as they travel along To the village of Emmaus, about sixty furlong, While communing and reasoning about the events of the day. Behold! Jesus draws near and joins them on the way. But their eyes were holden and they […]
ED. NOTE: For many years no event in our church at Redlands, California has been without the inspiring poetry of Miss Sue Porte. Here we wish to share her thoughts with you. In the springtime of the year Gentle breezes stir the air Flowers bloom in grand array Songbirds trill their love songs gay, Tiny […]