Category Archives: Poetry, Reflecting on Scripture

Think and discovering Scripture through poetry.

Community

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Tom Bolton

         In This Beloved Community In this village, conversation is new and can-do; As Jesus healed, preached, healed, we do what we are called to do. Beloved, as God loves us, not often so lovable, We seek new communities, our … Continue reading →

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The Vineyard in 2012

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Tom Bolton

I found myself at this place in February 2012 after prayer. I was deep in prayer that day, and came away thinking about fruits of the spirit. What hit me that Friday night was that I am on a vine, … Continue reading →

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On Justice

Posted on January 28, 2014 by Tom Bolton

Luke 4:18-19 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) 18 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of … Continue reading →

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Costly

Posted on January 16, 2014 by Tom Bolton

Romans 6:1-4                So Costly We receive a gift so extravagant Plain folk like me can scarcely comprehend. I know though to repent as I am forgiven, to pursue the holy as I am … Continue reading →

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Boldly, Enter

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Tom Bolton

1 Cor 5: 9-11         Boldly, Enter Fully and boldly, Christ entered life, no recluse, no hermit. Amidst enemies and critics, He lived; deserted, He stayed in the world. On the cross, He stayed with us. On … Continue reading →

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Devotions to Our God in the Manger: Fulfilled

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Tom Bolton

A D V E N T   2 0 1 3:    D E V O T I O N S   T O   O U R   G O D   I N   T H E   … Continue reading →

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Devotions to Our God in the Manger: Light and Man

Posted on December 23, 2013 by Tom Bolton

A D V E N T   2 0 1 3:    D E V O T I O N S   T O   O U R   G O D   I N   T H E   … Continue reading →

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