First published 2015
Jonathan Martin presents a collection that spans five years of his spiritual development. These fifteen poems, one prayer, and one song emerged from his experiences between 2009 and 2015 as he deepened his relationship with God. Martin addresses multiple audiences in his work. He writes for fellow Catholics, exploring sacramental themes that speak to traditional practices. He also reaches toward Christians of all denominations and those who prefer non-denominational approaches. Even readers from different faith backgrounds or no faith at all will find windows into his beliefs. Martin describes his faith as a divine gift that compels him to share rather than argue. He opens his spiritual process to readers, showing both encouragement and struggle. One piece reveals his method of working through difficult issues by writing them out completely. Throughout the collection, Martin maintains his commitment to responding with love and truth rather than defensiveness. His words carry the conviction that they flow from divine inspiration, yet he approaches readers with curiosity about their responses rather than demands for agreement.
Genres: christian, poetry, religion, spirituality
Vibes: emotional, intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: personal-development, spiritual-journey
Period: 2009-2015
42 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform