Tag Archives: Sin

A Short Story of Jesus, Part II

A Short Story of Jesus, Part IIby Michael DoyleIt came to pass as it was foretold,That Jesus grew into being about 30 years old.While in the wilderness, John called for repentanceKnowing that his cousin would be of great consequence.Shouting in … Continue reading

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First Principles: Behold the Lamb of God Who Takes Away the Sin of the World

“Behold the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!” – John the Baptist

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Humble Triumph

Humble Triumphby Michael DoylePraising the Lord with all my soul,I give over all things out of my control.Strumming guitar as I joyfully sing,Grateful for all the Lord constantly brings.We find ourselves born again,Awakening to being freed from our sins.Once divided, … Continue reading

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Look At What The Shrewd Have Done

Look At What the Shrewd Have Doneby Michael DoyleOh, look with sadness on what the shrewd have done.Didn’t Jesus warn all to never hurt even a single one?Say the words of innocence that we’ve come to despise.Those on Epstein’s Island … Continue reading

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Season of the Lamb

Season of the Lambby Michael DoyleSatan has lost his position to win,With Christ, I no longer pursue sin.Once, I walked this world in harshness.But with God’s love, I walked from darkness.Instead, let me walk by daylight.At last, I am getting … Continue reading

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It’s A Wonderful Wonder

It’s A Wonderful Wonderby Michael DoyleThe works at God’s handsAre a wonder to understand.I worship all that the Lord has made,And my love for this will never fade.It’s a wonderful wonderFilled with love and grace.There is no unforgiven blunder,Just an … Continue reading

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Given Grace Grows the Church

Given Grace Grows the Churchby Michael DoyleJews and Gentiles – we are one family,Worshipping our Lord in the sanctuary.Each of us lives, and sometimes we sin.We find comfort in having God as our friend.Grace is the undeserved love we are … Continue reading

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The Pleasures of the Kill

The Pleasures of the Killby Michael DoyleTo be a vampire is to live a very long time.You can spend this time in venal pleasure or sublime.But either way, it is a counting of thousands of days,And this time is best … Continue reading

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The End of Darkness

The End of Darknessby Michael DoyleRunning after the goodness of life,I seek peace away from strife.I turned the faith that I follow,Keeping His ways everywhere I go.Sip after sip of living water,I have decided to follow our Father.Seeking as I … Continue reading

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Fullness of Love

Fullness of Loveby Michael DoyleIn a fullness of love,Given to us from God above.We are given our freedomAs we live in His kingdom.At the sound of His name,We are lifted from all shame.His Love removes the stain,And we are declared … Continue reading

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