“Daddy, do you see it?” Ellie, my seven year old daughter shouted to me as she strained at the harness of her child seat. She was pointing out the window to the sky. I looked at her questioningly via the … Continue reading The Face of God by Stephen Faulkner – Parousia Magazine
We are excited to announce the publication of Thoughtful Teenager by Ekhoriyayi Arigidi. Published by our esteemed publishing house Parousia. Continue reading New Book Alert | Thoughtful Teenager by Ekhoriyayi Arigidi | PAROUSIA
Oak Leaf A poor outline of parched lips. A blunt spearhead, blood-rusty and brittle with age, long past its ripeness to pierce someone’s side. The slender fragment of an old map printed with the topography of a far, famine-smitten country, … Continue reading Two Poems from Scott Schuleit | Parousia Magazine
We are thrilled to announce the publication of Taiwo Olawole’s new Novel “A Bastion in the Forest.” Published by our esteemed publishing house Parousia, this new book explores the crime fiction story of Yewande who was Kidnapped. Behind the allure … Continue reading A BASTION IN THE FOREST | Publication Announcement | PAROUSIA Publishing
Of Gratitude I begin this song with a thank you To the one who kept his breathe trapped Inside my chest. To the one who Refrained from seizing inhaling & exhaling From this mouth. There are debts I owe & … Continue reading Of Gratitude by Ayiyi Joel | Poetry | Parousia Magazine
Happy World Poetry Day! Many thanks to all our contributors for sharing your words with the world. And to our readers, thank you for reading. May your verses never end. Parousia Magazine is the home of Christian Poetry, do well … Continue reading Happy World Poetry Day 2023
My Theology You are the world’s echoes — The rainbow of all who seek You. You are my way, yet Always sprouting and learning Through are fading lives. You are fluidly Soothing our Inconsistencies Yet, watering growth. You are Source … Continue reading My Theology by Richard Paul Davis | Poetry | Parousia Magazine
Christian Godliness and Godly Character refer to living a life that is consistent with the teachings and nature of God. As Christians, we are called to imitate God and strive towards godly character. This involves having integrity, living a life … Continue reading Godliness and Godly Character
The portion Shemot tells the famous story of the birth of Moses, his being taken into Pharaoh’s home, and how he was eventually chosen to lead the Israelites out of exile. This portion, therefore, teaches us about leadership, and reveals … Continue reading The Spiritual Importance of Empathy: Learning from Moses in Shemot by Rick Davis – PAROUSIA Magazine
Ritual for Crossover Night Hold the scripture in your hand. Open––open to wherever sayshappy is [ ]. Insert your name. There’s nothing wrongto be present in the book of life. Sanctify the season of griefinto the lake of fire. Bless … Continue reading Ritual for Crossover Night by Blessing Omeiza Ojo | Poetry | PAROUSIA Magazine
Chapter 1 Ijeoma “A heart.” “What?” I asked softly as I raised my head from my position on the floor where I was picking beans to stare at my daughter who had just answered a question my mother asked. “Grandma asked what I want for Christmas,” she said, shifting her eyes warily like someone who was caught stealing meat from the pot. “I said I want a heart.” I looked at her tender face and my heart broke. How could I explain to my daughter that we weren’t even on the list for those in need of a new heart … Continue reading A HEART FOR CHRISTMAS by E. C. Hannah | WINNER – Parousia Christmas Short Story Prize 2022 | PAROUSIA
It has been eight months since I had an abortion. Today, I sat on the third pew of the second row. The pastor climbed the altar with his flowing buba. He brought the mic to his lips and asked; “What’s … Continue reading BALM by Peace Ufedojo Haruna | Shortlist | Parousia Christmas Short Story Prize 2022 | PAROUSIA
