THE SOURCEIs it a power strugglewhen no electricity ignitesand the power outageovertakes my citymy province, my countrymy continent, my worldThey call it The Sourceas if He is a computerholding all the hard drivesof the Modern World.Why not use the word … Continue reading 3 Poems | The Source, The Fish & Have Mercy by Christina Strigas | PAROUSIA Magazine
Pip: PAROUSIA Magazine — where the fiction involves guardian angels at lethal injections and the poetry turns the human body into a call-and-response liturgy. Quite the editorial range. Mara: It is, genuinely. This episode covers prayer under pressure, spiritual resilience, … Continue reading Podcast Episode #1: Faith In Daily Life | PAROUSIA Magazine
At 3:45, Luscita Huarte, hopped onto the parking lot from the steps at Blessed Sacrament Grade School. She shuddered a bit as she heard the lock click behind her. Yes, it was getting late, but Luscita was giddy because … Continue reading Luscita’s Prayer by Charles Merkel | Fiction
Many people misunderstand Christianity. They imagine it as an escape from the world, a private religion for Sundays, or a spiritual shelter for people who cannot face reality. But biblical Christianity is not about running away from the world. It … Continue reading Christianity Is Not Escaping the World—It Is Learning How to Live Faithfully Within It by Dr. Daniel J. Grace
This story I wrote, called The Christmas Quilt, was written some eight years ago when my family first moved to Indiana from our home in Williamsburg, Virginia. It is a cozy and quaint Christmas read, that brings our Savior into … Continue reading The Christmas Quilt by Leah Beaty | Creative Nonfiction
The BattleWhere are you Father?I will not leave you nor forsake you.Do you even know what I’m going through?I am the man who has seen affliction by the rod of your wrath.Iniquity was found; you strayed from my preordained path.I … Continue reading The Battle by Aaron Edward Olson | Poetry
West ComplexNightmares in my cell, layin’ on this cold cementWhite-walls in my visions, sweat pours out as I scream and ventMy flesh rises up to this devil’s entrapmentHated by the world there’s no doubt that I’m God sentHatred… ya’ hatred … Continue reading West Complex by Aaron Edward Olson | Poetry
Cultivate People want likes, look for hot micsBut they don’t care that what they shareIs so much more than just a score.Yeah it’s bad, could be worse.You’re a gift, not a curse.We can see and embrace you.You don’t have to … Continue reading Three Poems from Pat Bergan
Holy SpaceNot necessarily at MeccaEgypt or Jerusalemtoday’s holy placestarts in my small roomwhere I kneelin prayer and receivethe answer in my heartof how to helpmy brotherand godirectly to do itconverting anyand every placeinto an ever-expandingholy space.“And He Did Cast Himself … Continue reading “Holy Space” & “And He Did Cast Himself Into The Sea.” by Michael Shoemaker | Poetry
Painted HandsBright blue eyes find mine,clear as an open window.A silent knowing lingers:I am mother,a sanctuary.Paint-soaked hands reach for mine,a mural of joy.Red seeps into my skin.Red of autumn leaves.Red of spring strawberries.Red stitched through the flag.Red spilled in silence—a … Continue reading Painted Hands by Alexandria Leon | Poetry
Title: Before the World Began Scripture: In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began.” — Titus 1:2 (KJV) The phrases “which God, that cannot lie” and “promised before the world began” stood out … Continue reading Before the World Began by Lily Rook | Non – Fiction
Alone I will not leave you comfortless; I will come to you. – John 14:18 When you are left all aloneon the last glacier,blistered red by ice and sun,and you shiver and sweatas a blizzard of despairpelts sharp sleet at … Continue reading Alone, Precipitation of the Soul, Descending the Mountain – Poems from Cynthia Pitman
Parousia Magazine, a leading Christian creative platform, is thrilled to announce that Feedspot, a renowned blog directory, has named it one of the Top 50 African Literature Blogs. “We are honoured and humbled to be included among such esteemed literary … Continue reading Parousia Magazine Ranked Among Top 50 African Literature Blogs
The Lord made flesh, as prophesied
Gave with grace this unmatched sacrifice. Continue reading Good Friday – Agony of Redemption | Poetry from Eleanor Cooper
We are thrilled to announce the publication of “Poems of Faith, Hope and Love” by John Zurn!
This inspiring collection of poems is a heartfelt expression of the author’s journey of faith, exploring themes of hope, love, and devotion. With its uplifting message and beautiful language, this book is sure to resonate with readers seeking inspiration and spiritual guidance. Continue reading Poems of Faith, Hope and Love by John Zurn | Parousia Christian Poetry Collection | NEW RELEASE
I Attest That God Loves All His ChildrenFrom the swollen banks of the Congo Riverto flooded delta rice fields in South Vietnam to the boy who waters down the dustat the beginning of the dayin a Guatemalan open-air marketto the … Continue reading Christ- Centered Haiku & Other Poems from Michael Shoemaker
