Gospel Poetry

“The Kiss Beyond Creations Reach” Written: May 14th, Thursday, 2026 By: Matthew Krogstad Thank you for listening to this special episode of Gospel Poetry. Matthew shares a live recording of a spoken word piece that reflects on what a true wedding ceremony ultimately points us to: the Triune love that has always existed, our rebellion against that great love, and the Redeemer’s kiss that restores o...

"Meditation on Trees II" Written: March 11th, Wed, 2026 By: Matthew Krogstad I saw a tree in winter stand, bare branches stretched across the land. No leaf to clothe its withered frame, no fruit to glorify God's name. My heart resembling this root, for once was I, devoid of fruit. Like a tree both cold and dry, beneath a dark and silent sky. No living root beneath the sod, no rising praise that re...

Meditation on Trees Written: Monday, February 13th, 2023 By: Matthew Krogstad By testing Love, the arrow has been shot. Revealing a sin, uncovering its spot. Divine eyes has seen great harm, in a comfort that glows with elegant charm. Heavens bow upon my flesh will crush, all its pleasures, joys, and lush. The Infinite drawing the finite,making the world dim, and Heaven so bright. Will you lack pe...

"A Slave to Thee Forever!" Written: 01/26/2026 By: Matthew Krogstad I did not beg for silver, I spit at you in grief. Bent beneath a cruel yoke, bound in unbelief. I did not bargain for relief, stood with nothing in my hands. Under the promise of a thief, whose path is darkened lands. Sin my master, stealing years, my wages death would keep. Serving what never loved me back, oh, these chains drag...

The Falling of the First Snow Written: December 21st, Sunday, 2025 By: Matthew Krogstad The falling of the first snow, when once I could not see. Sent in white shimmering glow, echoing His purity. The ringing of winter's bell, when once I could not hear. The story that it longs to tell, Immanuel drawn near. The choir's song, hear it playing loud, when once I could not savor. Words of He before who...

"I Wish You Could've Known" Written: Saturday, December 6th, 2025 By: Matthew Krogstad 23 years of life before she took my name;When once she was your sweet little Cara Jane. I've seen the pictures of you holding that smiley girl;now it's the very smile that takes my heart each day. Yes, she's my whole world. I wish you could've known her joy in the smallest of delights;Going for a walk or waiting...

On today’s special episode, Matthew delivers his first-ever sermon at his local church. The sermon focuses on Malachi 3:1-1, highlighting Jesus Christ as the divine Refiner who patiently purifies His people through trials, much like a goldsmith refines metal through fire, skimming impurities, and repeating the process until perfection is achieved. At the end of the sermon, a poem is shared: “A Lov...

"Pages Divine" Written: October 31st, Monday, 2022 By: Matthew Krogstad Inscribed within the Pages Divine, speaks of One who was before all time. O, the perfect word of grace, is the place where Christ, I'll chase. See this book take its mighty stand, whilst every line has greatly fanned. A flame that burned the hearts of man, a deep so vast no mind can scan. Follow its path to the endless fount,...

A poem inspired by Psalm 10 in light of the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Written: September 11th, Thursday, 2025 Song: Psalm 10 by Poor Bishop Hooper (used with permission) Why stand, O Lord, afar off? Troubles rise and help is hidden. Scheming, they laugh and scoff, in arrogance the poor are stricken. Boasting in their hearts desire, for gain they wallow in greed. Snare them by what they conspi...

"Why Did The Land Fall Dark?" Written: August 8th, Friday, 2025 By: Matthew Krogstad Why did the land fall dark, when the beaten man was hung? No light; nay, not one spark, while praises of hell were sung. Why did the land grow dire? This man hanging midst the two. Reviled, yes, cast into the mire. Has this man received his due? Why did the land fill with dread? This man derided and mocked. Marred...

Welcome to season 2 of Gospel Poetry! Today`s spoken word brings you into a journal entry written a year after I became a believer. I pray it would cause you to worship the Holy One whom the wind and seas obey. Share this with your friends, leave a review, and join us next time! In the next episode we will dive into a meditation based on the deep reality of Mark 15:33.

Welcome to Season 2 of Gospel Poetry! As we start a new season I wanted to share a spoken word poem that I recently wrote in the month of June, 2025. I may share more spoken words every so often. The title of this one is, 'Before the Alarm Clock,' which captures the reality of facing spiritual attacks even before the day begins. I pray it can serve as a reminder of the real battle that goe...

A prayer written in a season of despair Written: January 5th, Thursday, 2023 By: Matthew Krogstad Whether I am in a dry land may I say, it is well for Christ is my river. If I be in great need for money may I say, it is well for Christ is my portion. If it be pain or sickness that overcomes my body may I say, it is well for Christ is my strength and my salvation. If I were to have the world agains...

A poem inspired by Psalm 103 Written: April 12th, Tuesday, 2022 By: Matthew Krogstad As high as the heavens reach, so great is Your steadfast love. With Your word, O Spirit, teach, that I may fear the Lord above. My soul shall bless Your name! All that is within, my life`s aim. The chords of my soul flow in motion, to You, whose mercy outweighs the ocean. As far as the east is from the west, my si...

"A Simple Way to Pray" Written: October 27th. Thursday, 2022 By: Matthew Krogstad Above the earth exalted high, tis the blessed place You reside. Hallowed be thy name, O Lord, deep within my heart adored. Let thy Kingdom hasten this day, drawing those who have gone astray. Your will be done on earth below, making us clean, yes, white as snow. Resting in You each day that is given. Nouris...

"The Robe of Him Who Filled The Temple" Written: November 28th, Monday, 2022 By: Matthew Krogstad Music: "There is a Fountain" recorded by Capitol Hill Baptist The robe of Him who filled the temple, the heavenly host of myriads around. Standing in fear Isaiah trembled, Thou art the One who to us, came down. Into this corrupt habitation, thy Son of the Most High. Off His throne to dwell in creation...

"Sovereign Bullet" Written: October 14th, Monday, 2024 By: Matthew Krogstad My heart has known a cruel sharp thorn, its severity has left my eyes to mourn. Yet beyond the cloud, light breaks through, "I never make mistakes; your good is in my view." Painful providence has caused me to learn, its purpose in driving my heart to yearn. Yes, to treasure Him more deeply in every trial, in Sovereign han...

"Message from the Womb" Written: May 3rd, Thursday, 2022 By: Matthew Krogstad Music: "Psalm 127" Poor Bishop Hooper (used with permission) Commentary: Jeff Durbin, R.C. Sproul, John Piper, John MacArthur, Voddie Baucham Perfectly crafted and resting as impotent, Cradled in the hands of Him who is omnipotent.  The inward parts You have made,  Knitted together while covered by Your Shade. Though my...

"The Great Physician" Written: June 26th, Sunday, 2022 By: Matthew Krogstad Sermon by Lee Dodd: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/626221821153768 Hear Jesus call the worthless ones, curing the sick and not the righteous. Healing the vile from enemies to sons, has there ever been a grace like this? Run to Jesus those who see their need, don't think your sins are too great. For this is His mission...

A poem based on Psalm 59 Written: April 12th, Wednesday, 2023 By: Matthew Krogstad Music (used with permission): "Psalm 59" By: Poor Bishop Hooper Deliver me from evil, O God of hosts, Your steadfast love is all my boast. Lying in wait for me are fierce men, awake and let Your punishment extend. Morning and evening they stir up strife, O Lord, thou are the Shield of my life! Out of their...

"The Wells of Salvation" Written: May 15th, Tuesday, 2024 By: Matthew Krogstad Inspired by the book, "The Wells of Salvation Opened" By: William Spurstowe Come hither to the land; free of charge, let not your heart this world regard. The wells of salvation thrown wide, in them a worth that will not die. In its depth find a sanction secure, sealed by the Blood which shall endure. Confirmed by the S...

"Come All You Saints!" Written: Friday, June 10th, 2022 By: Matthew Krogstad Come all you saints and love the Lord, take hold of the great command to gather. Neglecting to meet, your soul cannot afford, freely receive the blessings He longs to lather. Sing, sing, sing all you saints! Join in one voice to praise the King, enter by the Blood with no restraints! Rejoice over this never-ending spring....

"Lift Your Heart to the Lord in Prayer!" Written: October 2nd, Monday, 2023 By: Matthew Krogstad Music (used with permission): "O That I Had a Thousand Voices" By: Poor Bishop Hooper Lift your heart to the Lord in prayer! Oh, this is my joy, my song, my praise! Untold friendship is mine to share, adoring my God through endless days. Lift your heart to the Lord in prayer! See the present work of th...

"Have You Taken Much Thought of the Cross?" Written: September 1st, Thursday, 2022 By: Matthew Krogstad Song: "Be Still My Soul" By: Poor Bishop Hooper (used with permission) Have you taken much thought of the cross? where justice and mercy perfectly link. The Son who gave His life as the cost, taking the Cup of God's wrath as His drink. It is at the cross where a transaction is made, for sinners...

"Foreign Steps" Written: September 11th, Sunday, 2022 By: Matthew Krogstad Are your steps on this fallen sphere, separate from the ones you see? The King who reigns shall be your Fear, as He is, so shall you be. Do you fight this rotting flesh, are you spent by its lifeless state? Knowing that it only brings death, leading you down that cursed fate. Foreign steps on this wasted ground, w...