Intimate Hope
Photo by Zhyar Ibrahim on Unsplash
A Poem by Amber North
Before it was finished,
the Word inhaled stained air;
a gift His mother cherished
with utmost tender care.
On the night of His first cry,
some shepherds lit a fire.
They tended to their flock
when greeted by a heavenly choir,
were isolated from the miracle,
until they found themselves invited.
Fear entangled thoughts when
a light brighter than flames ignited.
An angel declared good news
wrapped in a golden hue of joy.
It satisfied their longing hearts—
a precious infant boy.
Late into the evening,
they worshipped
with their lambs,
encountering Emmanuel,
their intimate hope.
Amber North is a writer from Montreal, Canada. She's working towards getting her bachelor's degree in English Literature with a minor in Theological Studies. She loves intertwining her faith in Jesus with her passion for writing and finds poetry is a therapeutic way to outpour her sufferings to God. Her poetry has been featured in the following literary journals: The Way Back to Ourselves and Vessels of Light. You can follow her writing journey on Instagram at ambersn_creative_writing_.
