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Tag: Christian encouragement

Peaceful forest path at sunrise, symbolizing hope, faith, and perseverance on life’s journey — a perfect reflection of Never Give Up by David Ritter.

Never Give Up – A Poem by David Ritter

January 17, 2025 rittersrhymeandreason Featured Poetry Collection, Spiritual Poems Leave a comment

Never Give Up by David Ritter is an inspiring poem about faith, resilience, and hope. It encourages readers to keep walking through life’s trials, trusting that God’s grace and love will guide them toward brighter days.

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Woman sitting alone in a forest, looking upward toward a golden beam of light, symbolizing reflection, faith, and divine guidance amid uncertainty.

I Don’t Know – A poem by David Ritter

August 21, 2024 rittersrhymeandreason Spiritual Poems Leave a comment

I Don’t Know by David Ritter is a reflective poem about faith, uncertainty, and the search for peace in life’s unanswered questions. It reminds us that even when we don’t understand everything, God’s presence brings comfort and calm.

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A man stands alone at dawn, gazing over a calm lake beneath a gray-blue sky, symbolizing reflection, faith, and gratitude after hardship.

Sometimes I Forget – A Poem by David Ritter

June 30, 2021 rittersrhymeandreason Spiritual Poems 3 comments

A simple prayer of gratitude, Sometimes I Forget looks back on storms survived and the faithful love that carried a broken life toward hope.

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A person sitting high in a moss-covered forest tree, surrounded by misty light, symbolizing reflection and silent emotional struggle.

Nobody Knows – A Poem by David Ritter

April 17, 2021 rittersrhymeandreason Life Experience Poems Leave a comment

A heartfelt poem about silent battles, hidden pain, and the gentle grace of being held by God when no one else understands.

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Sailing ship battling stormy seas under golden light, symbolizing struggle, redemption, and God’s saving grace — the perfect reflection of Lost at Sea by David Ritter.

Lost at Sea – A Poem by David Ritter

December 19, 2020 rittersrhymeandreason Addiction & Recovery Poems, Featured Poetry Collection 6 comments

Lost at Sea by David Ritter is a powerful poem about drifting away from faith and finding redemption through God’s mercy. It captures the moment of rescue when grace reaches into life’s darkest storms to bring peace and salvation.

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Woman standing in a bright yellow field with arms lifted in praise, symbolizing spiritual freedom and transformation.

A Decision to Change – A Poem by David Ritter

July 10, 2020 rittersrhymeandreason Spiritual Poems Leave a comment

A heartfelt poem about spiritual transformation, “A Decision to Change” reflects a young man’s awakening to faith, healing, and God’s guiding love.

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Here you'll find poems born from life's trials and blessings. I hope they speak to your heart as they've spoken to mine.

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