Her craving for love and faithfulness The longing deep in her heart Human love could not satisfy But God's love quenched her thirst. A verse from the poem 'Thirst Quenching' is based on the Bible story of The Woman at the Well. Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry
INTRO: I wrote this Christian poem in the first few months after coming back to my Christian faith. The first sermon that I heard, in the first church service that I had attended in 30 years, was titled 'Christ lives in you.' At the time, I was so nervous about falling back into my old... Continue Reading →
Give a hug, take a hug, ask nothing in return. There is nothing to replace it, 'cause a hug is priceless. We all need a hug, just make it a safe one. A verse from my poem 'A Comforting Hug' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com
This poem reflects on Psalm 23 the good shepherd's care for vulnerable and dependent sheep, drawing parallels to God's guidance and provision in human lives. The shepherd protects, provides, and rescues the sheep, offering comfort, security, and reassurance. The poem emphasizes trust in the shepherd's wisdom and love, inspiring contentment and gratitude in the sheep.
This poem, depicts the encounter between Jesus and a woman at a well. Despite societal rejection, Jesus offers her eternal fulfillment. The woman's encounter with Jesus transforms her, leading her to share the life-changing news with her community. Jesus' love and truth quench the thirst of those who seek Him.
True friends help when life is puzzling. Poems: 'Puzzling Moments' and "Friendship'. Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry BUY my poems and verses at http://beverleyjoy.redbubble.com
No matter the span of time between get-togethers, true friends fall into easy conversation like it was yesterday. A verse from my poem Friendship Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry
No clinging or neediness Played out between us Just an honest desire To share some time. From my poem 'Friendship'. Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com
Please Spotify My Profile. From 'My Funny Blog Journey' poem Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry. You can BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com Image by Melanie Thomas from Pixabay
INTRO: I wrote this poem in 2012 in the beautiful seaside township of Mandarah, Western Australia. It was at a time when public conversations were surfacing around what was appropriate and inappropriate touching in the workplace and public places. Now in 2021, giving someone a hug has been further removed from our culture, due to... Continue Reading →
The poem encapsulates the timeless ease and authenticity of close relationships. It celebrates the freedom of familiarity, mutual respect, and genuine connection without pretense. Through poetic verses, Joy honors the non-transactional nature of true friendship, where individuals uplift and support each other with sincerity.
I post for 'instagramification' A line from my poem Read or listen to the full poem My Funny Blog Journey Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry Photo by Noelle Otto from Pexels
The poem reflects a woman's journey through abusive relationships into self-discovery. After walking out and finding strength, she transforms into a confident, educated, and supported individual.
The poem reflects on Jesus' own experiences of pain and suffering, aiming to bring comfort to those experiencing grief and guilt after the loss of a loved one. It emphasizes God's understanding of human pain and the promise of peace and strength through faith. The poem encourages trusting in God's grace.
This poem invites readers to join a poetic journey through fragrant blossoms of hope and varied themes. The poet describes engaging with her poetry as a walk through a garden, offering a range of emotions and experiences.
This is a playful poem about the poet's novice experience with WordPress. The poem humorously reflects on the unfamiliar words and actions she encountered, using clever wordplay and rhymes. The poem expresses her hope for connection and invites listeners to engage with her work.
In creating this site, I've collected puzzling words. We shuffle life's pieces, seeking quick solutions or patiently putting them together.
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