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Yoked with Christ and Little Child by Pamela KC Hollrah-Asleson are all the result of a deep and intimate inner journey connecting with God through rhythm, rhyme, and verse.
I have always looked to the arts to help ease my soul and strengthen my faith. You see, I believe—truly, I do—that art is a very potent gateway to faith. Whenever I find myself in the clouds, I would engage with art and even make some myself.
And whenever I do so, in the depths of my soul, a melody of faith resonates. I cannot say for certain, but I feel that the Holy Spirit is beckoning me to partake in this poetic journey.
With pen in hand, I always surrender to the rhythm of my heart, allowing words to flow like a rushing flood, making each verse an expression of my longing for spiritual communion.
But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.
– John 14:26
Rhythm, Rhyme, and Verse for the Lord
My journey into poetry first began as a quest for solace while I was in a dark time of my life. The world around me seemed so dark. I was, in all honesty, grappling with questions of purpose and meaning. I wanted to know my place in the vastness of the universe. Poetry became my refuge, a sanctuary where I could work through my vulnerabilities and seek quiet with the Holy Spirit.
Poetry allowed me to delve deeper into the depths of my faith. I explored the intricacies of my beliefs and the profound connection I shared with God. My writings had become a testament to my faith, a light that led to the path toward spiritual enlightenment.
Through art, specifically poetry, I discovered a profound connection between my faith and my creativity. The act of writing down verses became an act of worship. It was a means of expressing my adoration and gratitude for the blessings bestowed upon me.
And these things write we unto you, that your joy may be full.
– 1 John 1:4
Through the rhythm, rhyme, and verse, I sought to capture the essence of God’s love, its boundless compassion, and its unwavering presence in my life.
As my poetic journey unfolded, I realized that the process of writing was not merely about constructing lines; it was a transformative spiritual experience. With each poem, I shed layers of self-doubt and fear and became closer to Christ.
Inner Journey through Poetry
The journey of writing poetry to deepen my faith was not without its challenges, of course. There were moments when inspiration seemed dry, when the words failed to capture the depths of my emotions and faith. Yet, through perseverance and unwavering faith, I pressed on, driven by an insatiable desire to commune with God through the power of verse.
Along the way, I discovered that poetry served as a bridge between my human experiences and my spiritual aspirations. It allowed me to transcribe the mundane into something more sacred: art. This has helped me find beauty and meaning in the ordinary moments of life.
Through poetry, I learned to appreciate the interconnectedness of all creation and the delicate balance between the physical and the spiritual realms.
The ultimate purpose of my poetic journey was not to create literary masterpieces but to foster a deeper connection with my faith. Poetry is a tool for self-discovery, a means of navigating the labyrinth of my inner world and unearthing the profound truths that lay dormant within.
Through the rhythm of words and the cadence of emotions, I discovered the transformative power of poetry as a conduit for spiritual growth.
Today, as I continue my poetic journey, I am filled with gratitude for the Lord for introducing me to this art form. Poetry has enriched my faith, nurtured my soul, and instilled within me a profound appreciation for the beauty and wonder of the world around me.
With every line I write, I strive to honor the divine spark that resides within each of us, reminding myself and others of the boundless love and compassion that permeates the universe from God.
Yoked with Christ and Little Child by Pamela KC Hollrah-Asleson are wonderful examples of how poetry can be a vector to express your faith and how art helps us connect more fully and intimately with the Holy Spirit.
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