Everything is done beneath the heavensWhether good or evilIs beheld by the host of heavensAnd by the throng of the devilSo focus only on the one who resident in heavenAnd use the earth as His footstoolYet, He came from the … Continue reading WITNESSES OF DEEDS by Gabriel Oluwatomiwa Eniola – PAROUSIA Magazine
The BeggarMark 11:15-19I sit outside the holy grounds,My leg pulled close beside my chest.So many pass me on their way,To worship God and to be blessed.But I’m ritually unclean,Along with others of my kind.We sit and wait outside the gates,We … Continue reading The Beggar by Josh Cushman – PAROUSIA Magazine
Laughter has always been a part of the human experience, and Christianity has not been immune to its effects. In fact, throughout history, there have been countless examples of laughter being used to convey Christian messages and ideas. One of … Continue reading Laughter through the history of Christians by Kristina Newman – PAROUSIA Magazine
The Hard WorkLord, it’s hard, hard work down hereAnd the blue in the sky isn’t gentle to meIt’s as cruel as the heat and it seems theonly reliefis thesweatand tearsdripping downmy cheeks, LordSo I can’t stopCrying outTo YouThenYour Hand comes … Continue reading Two Poems from Katie Pennington – PAROUSIA Magazine
We all belong to different nations and are meant to be useful in any field we choose or find ourselves, whether in a civil or military service. The commitment to one’s duty usually gives a measure of peace of mind … Continue reading Duty, Marriage and Divorce: the Possibility of Universal Judgment by Samuel Oludare Olufemi – PAROUSIA Magazine
“Fears of the day, fly away,And let this maiden rest.”Whispered the angel through the window,Blue light of twilight on her face,”Let her fall into mystical dreams,O night, fall upon her in peace,Let not one troubled thought pass,For the night is … Continue reading An Angel’s Prayer by Clare Kinsella – PAROUSIA Magazine
The further I walked away from the body of Christ.It became harder to walk upright.Gravity gets intensified and my pulse dips below zero.Crows circle over my head like a false halo.So I pray as I walk faithlessly to receive a … Continue reading A Conversation Spanning Lifetimes by Michael Colon – PAROUSIA Magazine
In the ladies’ bathroom of the funeral home, Helen wiped the tears from her eyes for the third time that morning. The funeral for Tyson would be starting soon, and she didn’t want to look too pathetic. She wanted to … Continue reading A Wasted Life By Timothy St John – Fiction – PAROUSIA Magazine
Kirsty was always afraid to look down that large well of visions. Nonetheless, she frequently did it, just to curb any problem that arose or was about to arise… with mental and emotional preparation for the distress they would give … Continue reading Even Angels Have Flaws by Alexandria James – Fiction – PAROUSIA Magazine
1. Our heroes labour in vein Of what use is a heart if it cannot love For shedding one’s blood for another’s sake Is a mystery of passion, uncommon and rare One that only divine charity can understand. Your body … Continue reading Two Poems from JL Maikaho – PAROUSIA Magazine
Calloused Hands I used to want soft hands, but I wasn’t born that wayPorcelain hands, made for ease and admirationOnes that did not have to dig up weeds to see a path forward. Instead of accepting the hand I was … Continue reading Calloused Hands by Jennifer Townsend – Poetry – PAROUSIA Magazine
We met in our fort off Hasbrook St. and Magee St. as we discussed our next football opponent. We were 8 guy’s and five girl’s and our corner was Magee St and Oakley St in Northeast Philadelphia to discuss our … Continue reading Lawndale Athletes against the Devil’s Gate by Dan McMeans – Fiction – PAROUSIA Magazine
“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
. A Walk With God This morning I took a walk and in the distance I could see There was a shade of a man. He said don’t cry, just come to me. He gently took my hand and walked … Continue reading Three Poems from Shane Simmons
“Be Fruitful” is a common phrase found in the Bible, and it carries a deep spiritual meaning that can be applied to many aspects of life. In Genesis 1:28, God commands Adam and Eve to “be fruitful and multiply,” which … Continue reading Be Fruitful
As a Christian, we are called to be joyful in all circumstances. The Bible tells us in Philippians 4:4 to “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Joy is not just an emotion that comes and … Continue reading Be Joyful – PAROUSIA Magazine
