This book is based on inspirational poems of faith, memories, hopes and dreams for all who have experienced these at sometime in their lives. It is my hope that some or all of these poems will give solace and thought to all those who read them.

Forever Grateful is a collection of uplifting poems of faith by Christine V Mitchell, which have deeply touched many hearts. There are poems of praise, adoration, gratitude, assurance, comfort and encouragement. Christine's poetry expresses the love that she has found through her personal faith in Christ. She is also inspired by the beauty of God's creation. Some of Christine's poems are written as poetic `letters of love' from God, such as "Look No Further" and "You're Very Special". Each chapter begins with devotional thoughts, and Biblical references accompany many of the poems. Her purpose in writing this book is to help uplift and encourage others through expressions of what the Lord means to her. Forever Grateful can be read in times of devotion and worship, or at any time of the day, and also makes an excellent gift!

This poetry book has received excellent reviews in the mainstream press. It is traditional and treats spirituality with rigorous honesty. Illustrated by the late Miriam Wilms, Johnson's daughter. The editor is Elizabeth Coon, another daughter.

The Love of Books The love of learning, the sequestered nooks, and all the sweet serenity of books. —Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807–1882) Words from the Author Virginia Henderson I pray for you to find your quiet peaceful nook when you read the words written in this book, words of faith and inspiration, to touch and bless you in every way. Why is it at certain times in life we feel that we need to be guided? I feel that we don’t need to be guided as much as we need a guide. Psalm 32:8: “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go. I will guide you with my eye.” Now that is a great promise!

Drawing from the poetry of generations of esteemed writers Gary Bouchard shows how poems often express the longings of the human heart as a kind of prayer. Emily Dickinson, Rev. Rowan Williams, Pope John Paul II, Christina Rossetti, Robert Frost, and Fr. Kilian McDonnell, OSB, among others, offer readers an inspiring path to reflect upon and pray with poetic verse. Arranged under six engaging themes, each selection uses the words of poets as vehicles to prompt “heaven in ordinary” or to praise like “exalted manna”; to find the right “paraphrase” for your own soul or maybe sense your “soul’s blood”; to muster up from your grief or anger “reversed thunder” or dare to articulate from your own personal anguish “Christ-side-piercing spear.”

This book contains personal poems and also poems to live by. They were created when I first became a Christian, when Jesus brought me to being a Christian, God gave me the talent, and the Holy Spirit guided my hand. An angel named Mike is the one who inspired me. I hope that this book may inspire others to get to know why they are here and why they should get to know Jesus.

Helen Steiner Rice’s unique artistry of faith-filled poetry forms this beautiful collection of encouraging verse about prayer. Meet God in the Morning includes beloved poetry about God’s love, God’s promises, thankfulness, times of trial, hope, and salvation. This volume of poetry, with additional devotional thoughts and encouraging scripture, is perfect for your own personal reflection or makes a heartfelt gift.

Frogs, family and lots of fun combine to make this book of poetry a must-read by everyone who loves the funny and teachable moments we all run into. There are poems of inspiration, musings about life in general, instruction on kindness and treating others with love, understanding and respect. Never one to take credit for her own work, Joyce Folsom Johnson has written hundreds of poems over the years. Lots of them are written in tandem with our loving God who inspires her to keep getting up in the middle of the night to jot down the ideas (or full poems) He has suggested to her. These poems started out as gifts to friends and family on special occasions and to recall fun times of bygone days. Spending some time in this world brings back memories of joy and sorrow, and reminds us all to live out Jesus love. Marcia Lee Johnson Newell You take words and weave them into beautiful poetry which touch people deeply. I have admired you, and I think you are wise beyond your years. Wilma Rollins, Former School Teacher, written in 1989 Divinely inspired, encouraging, thought-provoking and at times, funny. Ever showing Gods great love for us, this book is a keeper! One to refer to for many of lifes situations. Christine Ann Johnson Morrison