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Gospel PoetryI Wish You Could've Known…"I Wish You Could've Known"Written: Saturday, December 6th, 2025By: Matthew Krogstad23 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 for that plane to take flight...Sitting on the couch close at night...Homemade decaf makes her grin so bright.
2025-12-1211 minGospel PoetryThe Permanent ResidentOn 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 Love That Unveiled My Eyes”Written: November 28th, Monday, 2022By: Matthew KrogstadA love that unveiled my eyes,I have only heard, but now I see;
2025-12-0441 minGospel PoetryReformation Day - Pages Divine"Pages Divine"Written: October 31st, Monday, 2022By: Matthew KrogstadInscribed 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,the glory Moses sought on the mount.Uncovered...
2025-10-3109 minGospel PoetryPsalm 10A poem inspired by Psalm 10 in light of the assassination of Charlie Kirk.Written: September 11th, Thursday, 2025Song: 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 conspire,for cursing and hate is all they breed.Daring in their sinful courses,renouncing Your...
2025-09-1911 minGospel PoetryWhy Did The Land Fall Dark?"Why Did The Land Fall Dark?"Written: August 8th, Friday, 2025By: Matthew KrogstadWhy 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 his body; frail it bled.
2025-09-0508 minGospel PoetrySpoken Word: Journal EntryWelcome 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.
2025-08-0911 minGospel PoetrySpoken Word: Before the Alarm ClockWelcome 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 goes beyond the physical, and the response that can silence the treacherous voices. I am grateful to be...
2025-07-2509 minGospel PoetryIt Is WellA prayer written in a season of despairWritten: January 5th, Thursday, 2023By: Matthew KrogstadWhether 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 against me all at...
2025-04-0412 minGospel PoetryPsalm 103A poem inspired by Psalm 103Written: April 12th, Tuesday, 2022By: Matthew KrogstadAs 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 sin and...
2025-03-2812 minGospel PoetryA Simple Way to Pray"A Simple Way to Pray"Written: October 27th. Thursday, 2022By: Matthew KrogstadAbove 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.Nourish my soul; refine my vision.Our daily bread comes forth from...
2025-02-1409 minGospel PoetryThe Robe of Him Who Filled The Temple
"The Robe of Him Who Filled The Temple"Written: November 28th, Monday, 2022By: Matthew KrogstadMusic: "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,thy Infinite drawn nigh.
Unrighteousness clouded this world,
2024-12-3113 min
The Saint Podcast"I Too Shall Walk to Bethlehem"The Celebration of Christmas through Music“O Come, Emmanuel” Chancel ChoirWords: Latin Hymn, tr. John M. Neale, Music: Tune: O WALY WALY and VENI EMMANUEL(Traditional French Plainsong); arranged by Mary McDonaldCello: Ashley Burrows“O Come Redeemer of the Earth” Chancel ChoirAmbrose of Milan, 337-397; Brian L. HansonBrian L. Hanson“Jul, Jul” Chancel ChoirChris de Silva, Based on Jul, Jul, strålande, Jul by Edward Evers 1853-1919Gustaf Nordqvist, 1886-1946, Arr. Chris de SilvaViolin...
2024-12-1752 minGospel PoetrySovereign Bullet
"Sovereign Bullet"Written: October 14th, Monday, 2024By: 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 hands my soul can rest and smile.
No tear is shed outside...
2024-11-1813 minGospel PoetryMessage from the Womb"Message from the Womb"Written: May 3rd, Thursday, 2022By: Matthew KrogstadMusic: "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 eyes have not opened,I feel the comfort of Him who is arrayed in glory unseen, Yet I am not hidden, but fully see...
2024-09-2210 minGospel PoetryThe Great Physician"The Great Physician"Written: June 26th, Sunday, 2022By: Matthew KrogstadSermon 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 indeed,welcoming you into Heaven's gate.
The Lord came down with love and zeal,
2024-09-0612 minGospel PoetryPsalm 59A poem based on Psalm 59Written: April 12th, Wednesday, 2023By: Matthew KrogstadMusic (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 mouths they bellow deceit,knowing Your steadfast love, I humbly entreat.
O my...
2024-06-2808 minGospel PoetryThe Wells of Salvation"The Wells of Salvation"Written: May 15th, Tuesday, 2024By: Matthew KrogstadInspired 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 Spirit of truth so pure,received by the hand of faith so sure.
2024-05-1713 minGospel PoetryCome All You Saints!
"Come All You Saints!"Written: Friday, June 10th, 2022By: 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.
Dear saint, don't forsake the assembly!For there your eternal family unites,
2024-05-0313 minGospel PoetryLift Your Heart to the Lord in Prayer!"Lift Your Heart to the Lord in Prayer!"Written: October 2nd, Monday, 2023By: Matthew KrogstadMusic (used with permission): "O That I Had a Thousand Voices" By: Poor Bishop HooperLift 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 the blessed Three,set forth in beauty, yes, pure and fair.Words...
2024-04-1912 minGospel PoetryHave You Taken Much Thought of the Cross?
"Have You Taken Much Thought of the Cross?"Written: September 1st, Thursday, 2022By: Matthew KrogstadSong: "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 who had an eternal debt unpaid.So, look with your eyes at Him...
2024-04-0709 minGospel PoetryForeign Steps"Foreign Steps"Written: September 11th, Sunday, 2022By: 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,walking in tune with Heaven`s scent.In this dark world where...
2024-03-2210 minGospel PoetryUnder the Shadow of the Cross
"Under the Shadow of the Cross"Written: Thursday, September 29th, 2022By: Matthew KrogstadMusic (used with permission): "Come, ye sinners, poor and needy" By: Poor Bishop Hooper
Under the shadow of the cross,I`ll leave all possessions behind.Its covering has purged all my dross,tis the path of glory divine.
Under the shadow of the cross,I carry its victorious pledge.In weakness I am brought across,with the Shepherd being my Hedge.
Under the shadow of...
2024-03-0815 minGospel PoetryTake Courage, Saint!
"Take Courage, Saint!"Written: April 23rd, Sunday, 2023By: Matthew KrogstadMusic by: kingpinguin
Today grants a vicious battle,one where victory has its end.Hear the flesh rage and babble,take Thy truth and firmly contend.
Up in arms! Take ye courage, saint!The battle you fight yields a crown.Lo, the heart will tremble and faint,yet, there is grace that richly abounds.
One step away from the grave,at the door is death and its...
2024-02-2310 minGospel PoetryChildren, Won't You Trust in Jesus?
"Children, Won't You Trust in Jesus?"Written: January 16th, Monday, 2023By: Matthew KrogstadSong: "je me souviens" By: Jordan Critz
Children, won't you trust in Jesus?Look at the clouds, and the grass,beaming waters, clear as glass.He has made all.
Children, pause as you step outside,Bids you to come, the Hand that hides;penned in every inch of the sky.He has made all.
Speak to the earth; listen close,'midst the garden see...
2024-02-0908 minGospel PoetryA Love That Unveiled My Eyes
"A Love That Unveiled My Eyes"Written: November 28th, Monday, 2022By: Matthew KrogstadSong: "Light" By: Jordan Critz
A love that unveiled my eyes,I have only heard, but now I see.The work the told my soul to arise,Jesus Christ taking on Calvary`s Tree.
Upon a people a Light has dawned,dwelling among us, in a land so dim.Come to restore the most joyful bond,that hast been severed due to all my sin.
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2024-02-0211 minGospel PoetryKilling Sin
"Killing Sin"Written: August 2nd, Wednesday, 2023By: Matthew KrogstadSongs: "Fixation" By: Pendulum Theoryand "Erudite" By: Brique A Braq
Oh, the sword in which I wield,rising to face sin`s battlefield.Staring down the flesh and its Captain,stand up, O man, and dress for action.
I must die, yes, I must die!Turn and leave this world behind.Raging war is flesh and its passion,take Thy armor, O God, and fasten.
Grab the...
2024-01-2607 minGospel PoetryA Love That to Our Nature is Bound
"A Love That to Our Nature is Bound"Written: November 28th, Monday, 2022By: Matthew Krogstad / Song: "Eastern Sea" By: Jordan Critz
A love that to our nature is bound,hatred for God; our ending sound.Our condemnation written in the skies,broken cisterns are where our love abides.
Created to reflect the God of Light,lo, we run to dwell secure in the night.A wide separation from heavens land,in the sight of fierce wrath, doth all flesh stand.
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2024-01-1908 minGospel PoetryGod Our Refuge"God Our Refuge"Written: Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023By: Matthew Krogstad / Song: "Leaving Earth" By: Jordan CritzBook: "Kiss the Wave" By: Dave Furman
Dark clouds fill my room,my place of sojourning a tomb.Held by warped schemes,yet, from heavens bosom His love streams.
Removed was my nearest friend,I, an object of loathing to them.Deserted I have been,lo, not taken; this peace within.
My frame weary from this chamber,sunshine is void in this pit of...
2024-01-1209 minGospel PoetrySalvation Belongs to the Lord"Salvation Belongs to the Lord"Written: December 18th, Monday, 2023By: Matthew Krogstad / Song: "Eclipse" and "A Ripple in Time" By: Jordan Critz
From the deep, my cry goes forth in distress,believing my sight shall soon be restored.Day and night this world gives me no rest,"Salvation belongs to the Lord!"
I call your Name while waves confine,O God, your steadfast love I implore.Waves of distress sent to refine,"Salvation belongs to the Lord!"
In darkness my life was...
2024-01-0505 minGospel PoetryPraise in All Things"Praise in All Things"Written: December 28th, Thursday, 2023By: Matthew Krogstad / Songs (used with permission): "Fairest Lord Jesus" By: Poor Bishop Hooper and "A Ripple in Time" By: Jordan Critz
Under the cloud of night, a courage unfurls,a refuge found, supplying precious pearls.Though the dark is sown from night to dawn,from His word, a greater light doth spawn.
Outside these bars are the noises of hell,lifted aloud is the wicked`s brutish yell.Nearer still the Voice that doth declare,"...
2023-12-2908 minGospel PoetryA Voice is Heard Throughout the Land
"A Voice is Heard Throughout the Land"Written: December 15th, Friday, 2023By: Matthew Krogstad
A voice is heard throughout the land,'Heaven to earth was brought!'Come see, ye, people! Take my hand,behold your Christ, whom the Father begot.
Tis this the Joy for all the people?Glory to God! He`s here! He`s here!Rise up cold heart; go to the steeple!Hear the choir proclaim with cheer!
My God and my Savior, come as...
2023-12-2206 min
Gospel PoetryHeaven and All Its Host Stood Silent
"Heaven and All Its Host Stood Silent"Written: May 9th, Tuesday, 2023By: Matthew Krogstad / Song: "lles" By: Jordan Critz
Heaven and all its host stood silent,wonder of wonders before their sight.Mockers stand enraged and violent,As heavens Light is thrown into night.
Heaven grew faint as He climbed the hill,The Father`s Delight approaching the curse.All the angels stand silent and still,As Judgment`s shadow is sent to immerse.
Heaven`s host gazing down...
2023-12-1505 min
Gospel PoetryWhere, Oh, Where Are You Tears?
“Where, Oh, Where Are You Tears?”Written: November 29th, Wednesday, 2023By: Matthew Krogstad / Song: "Starry Night" By: Jordan Critz
Wickedness looms high in my view,Where, oh, where are you tears?Shadows deepen, and troubles new,Where, oh, where are you tears?
My soul bowed down in the cold of the morn,Where, oh, where are you tears?Full to the brim, infinite sorrows borne,Where, oh, where are you tears?
My soul is bowed low for a weak love of Thee,W...
2023-12-0904 min
Synseligaen#8 - 1 mnd til seriestart - Dommerne trenger hjelp - RBK`s oppsider med nådeløse Horneland - Kanari bølge.Hvem tar OBOS med storm / Dommere i Norge / Start en "drøm" / Matthew vs Krogstad / Finsk landslags spiller / Ingen snakker om Ranheim / Helland selger sesongkort / Hva kan vi forvente oss av disse gutta.Support the showTrykk linken over "Support the show".Dette er link til patreon for deg som ønsker mere av Synseligaen på øret.På Patreon kommer det fullverdig episode hver uke. Medlemskap på Patreon kan benyttes mnd til mnd eller et år av gangen ved ønske.Patreon kan linkes opp mot eks Apple eller Sp...
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