Prayer Closet
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Ruth
Ruth’s memories are crisp.
Her woolen ringlets are
drenched in noon light.
God Ink
God dips His hand into ink. He
puts to canvas every invisible
dream he has for our children.
Map ink that draws their destiny
journey collide.
Gifts
You are brilliant! Use your gifts to
speak the promise of God over
people you encounter.
Spin Me
Spin these pails of tears to stand for fight.
I can’t be overwhelmed by the river.
Douse horrific fires I pray over.
Pray
Meek eyed against the shiver of morning
or bask of yellow noontide.
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About the Book
I wish I could claim that I have a traditional prayer closet. Most often, it is my favorite taupe chair that allows me to watch the seasons change as I kneel. My prayer closet travels with me as words are copied from the wallpaper that Jesus hangs in my mind. There are also the piles of notes from Holy Spirit scribble written in pews and my journal pages. This is the starter kit for a prayer closet.
These poems span almost two decades of my life while I recovered from a debilitating illness. These words speak to my restoration and salvation journey as I have walked and prayed to the Lord for healing. Some of the poems are in remembrance of loved ones gone by. Others are for individuals that have left the greatest imprint on my life. I am moved to write poetry that will leave an imprint and bless their souls.
About the Author
Oktavi Allison is a native of Long Island, N.Y., and now resides in Louisville, Kentucky.
This author has been writing for three decades and has been published in various print and on-line anthologies.
Oktavi was a 2015, PEN Center USA Emerging Voices Fellow.
“Oktavi writes in tight boxes. Words moving inside a square, each corner exact…”
- Dr. Sharlyn Williams, Ph.D.
www.oktaviallison.com
Oktavi Allison is available for select speaking engagements.
To inquire, email at poetoktavi7@gmail.com.