This poetry book, "The Words of Jesus," is an exploration and celebration of the Sermon on the Mount—a collection of verses that seeks to breathe new life into the profound teachings imparted by Jesus. Just as the sun bathes the mountaintop in its warm embrace, these poems aspire to bathe the reader's consciousness in the radiant light of wisdom, love, and compassion that permeates the Sermon.
Within these pages, you will find verses that paint vivid landscapes of divine truth, unveiling the profound depth and relevance of these ancient teachings in our modern world. Through carefully crafted words, each poem aims to invite you on a transformative journey—a pilgrimage of the heart and mind—wherein the timeless wisdom of Jesus' sermon resonates with new meaning and significance.
Poetry, with its lyrical cadence and vivid imagery, possesses a unique ability to capture the essence of profound ideas and distill them into moments of timely reflection
As you delve into these verses, allow yourself to be transported to that sacred mountaintop. Feel the gentle breeze of spiritual awakening brush against your cheek, and let the words embrace your soul, inviting you to dwell in the depths of divine love, grace, and mercy. Through contemplation and meditation on these poems, may you discover new insights, kindle the flame of spiritual growth, and embark on a transformative journey toward a life aligned with the teachings of the Sermon on the Mount.
May the verses within this collection serve as a testament to the enduring power and timeless relevance of the Sermon on the Mount. May they echo in the chambers of your heart, forever reminding you of the divine truths illuminating the path to inner peace, righteousness, and God’s boundless love.
This book provides a detailed analysis of the Sermon on the Mount using poetry as a vehicle.
My favorite part is the poems on the beatitudes.
The Un-beatitudes
Set aside all pretense
Be honest and sincere,
Abolish self-deception
And you will see more clear.
We’re all just wicked children
Rotten to the core,
Void of worth and goodness
Always wanting more.
We are depraved in our very essence
Contentious in how we relate,
Malevolent in our charity
Defiant and full of hate.
We are boastful towards God and others
Hard-hearted when faced with proof,
Covetous in our lusting
And acquiescent regarding the truth.
But the God of grace and mercy
Provided us a way,
To live a life of blessing
If Him we do obey.
God grants us many blessings
That are His to freely serve,
Through the work of His Son
Blessings we don’t deserve.