Sincerely Speaking Spiritually: Daily Inspirational Praise for “Uplifting Your Soul” with God’s Grace!

By Joseph S. Spence Sr. and Pastor Reverend Bradley E Coleman BA Master of Divinity

Praise for
Sincerely Speaking Spiritually

“These are the great words of a true ambassador for literature around the world who has accepted the Word as his mission. Inspiring verses that deserves the highest praise, that have received international awards! Poetry with biblical sounding and fantastic flight of the thoughts, inspired from the highest places, dictated as if by God! Amen!”
— Stoianka Boianova and Minko Tanev, internationally acclaimed poets, Sofia, Bulgaria.

“Another poetry collection from one of the most passionate poets of all times. Joseph Spence Sr. is indeed brilliant in his navigation of spiritual poetry themes in biblical forms in an intricate way that stands as a signature for his readers; this is indeed a must read!”
— Balogun Iyanu, founder of the League of Poets and executive head of Teens Got Poetry, Lagos, Nigeria

“Joseph Spence’s new book, Sincerely Speaking Spiritually, is a revelation! His unique style of poetry writing, using pin sonnets and septolets, gives his poetic prayers resonance and depth. His unique navigation of spiritual poetry themes in biblical form are a modern-day book of Psalms, in which he gives praise to our Creator for His blessings while, at the same time, laying at His feet our needs, desires, and concerns for a troubled world and nation that only He can restore. I highly recommend this book of poetry. It should be included with daily meditation, scripture reading and prayer!”
— Thomas E. Mitchell Jr., journalist and editor of the Milwaukee Community Journal, Milwaukee’s largest Africa American newspaper

• Language: English
• Publisher: WestBow Press
• Release date: Feb 21, 2020
• ISBN: 9781973683926

Joseph S. Spence Sr.

Joseph S. Spence Sr. is a professional poet, author, speaker, man of God, researcher, and book reviewer. He is the author of seven collections of poetry and coauthor of four poetry collections. He served as a United States Army commissioned officer of twenty-six years honorable service, and also as a lay minister with designated military Chaplains. He holds several degrees, including one in divinity from Faith Theological Seminary. He is currently a member of Siloah Evangelical Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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Joseph S. Spence Sr. wrote a gospel literary book, which is a repertoire of spiritual poems and poetic prayers about faith, praises, sacrifices, and God’s love – akin to the book of Psalms – to name a few, where Christians can really acquire a spiritual connection. This book provides a new kind of narrative of the sweet language of Jesus. Great poem collection!

—Jenny Marlon, A Modern Day Psalm.

Spiritual Poetry in its truest sense! This best describes Joseph Spence’s book Sincerely Speaking Spiritually. It’s an epitome of man’s overflowing feelings in simple words. His poems mirror the faces of adoration and worship to God. Spence takes the palette of simple words yet concrete thoughts, proving that some of the greatest poems come from the simplest ideas. His poems represent the voice of the faithful, ordinary people, the believers, and even sinners - A special gift not only for Christians but for humanity.

—PJ, Spiritual poetry in its truest sense.

Another masterpiece from Spence, Sr! Finally, the long wait is over. It’s worth the purchase. It’s written by an award-winning author who writes divinely, sensible poems and prayers for Christians yearning for our Savior. He is a poet, speaker, a man of God, researcher, and book reviewer - which I admire. He is exceptional, and you really have to read his works. This is a book you can chill with daily! Not just a collection of poems, but an album of God’s promises!

—Stan Ignalaga, Another masterpiece from Joseph S. Spence Sr.

During coronavirus pandemic, the Word of God is needed. It comes in the form of this book by Joseph Spence. His poetic prayers bring to my mind the writings of the Bengali mystic Rabindranath Tagore. Spiritually Speaking requires immense concentration and would do well in a monastery for monastic contemplation. I suspect that the author practiced much meditation and prayer to compose such a magnificent work of spiritual guidance. His faith is enviable. His book requires soul searching about one’s faith. We received a course in poetic forms and literary English. A worthwhile book for one’s home library or opening prayers at Bible classes.

—HBN: Spiritual help, especially during coronavirus pandemic!

It’s important to feed your soul what you put into it. The quality. The goodness. It’s all-important. Reading this book was like a balm to my soul. My mom recently passed, and I was drained in every way. This book of poems was exactly what I needed. It’s thoughtful, inspiring, and feeds goodness to my soul. These are difficult times in this world. I recommend feeding your soul, something that inspires it to kindness.

—Sheila English, What feeds the soul.

Wow! This book is such a blessing. You can almost feel the worries and cares of life, leaving you, as you read these uplifting and encouraging poems. Beautiful poems, by a beautiful soul! Thank you, Mr. Spence, for sharing your talent with the world. Blessings in Jesus!

—Reb Coleman

This is a remarkable book of spirituality to obtain a more significant relationship with God. It’s refreshing, inspiring, and uplifting to the mind, body, and soul. During this coronavirus pandemic, it brings triumph over stressful situations with a smiling face reading God’s Grace in another format—Poetry! The words instill the love and presence of God in one’s heart with much inspiration. I love the words, poems, prayers, and the spiritual Epulaeryu dishes of communion and blessings created by Joseph Spence, a man of reverence! Everyone should read this book of guidance and experience a greater awareness of God’s Grace.

—Terri Lynn Wigley, Proprietor for Terry Lynn Express.

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This letter of commendation was awarded for the poem

Amazing Grace, winning first place in Poetry Soup

International Contest, July 1, 2017. The poem is on page 32.

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This certificate of poetic excellence was awarded for the

poem Amazing Grace, winning first place in Poetry Soup

International Contest, July 1, 2017. The poem is on page 32.

Wisconsin Bookwatch: The Poetry Shelf

By James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief – Midwest Book Review

Author Name: Joseph S. Spence, Sr. Book Title: Sincerely Speaking Spiritually Publisher: WestBow Press (August 2020) c/o Thomas Nelson Publishers PO Box 141000, Nashville, TN 37214

Synopsis: Sincerely Speaking Spiritually is an inspirational and uplifting body of prose poetry that is ideal for meditating on Christian principles and applying them to solve our ‘real world’ problems, and living a righteous life.

Additionally, The fundamental message underlying the deftly crafted poetry that comprising Sincerely Speaking Spiritually is that God’s manifestation of preparing a table before you in the presence of your enemies is a daily reality. That every Christian can improve their standing before God and heighten the quality of their spirituality by allowing Him to anoint them with His grace, His mercy, and His love.

Critique: Occasionally graced with black-and-white images, Sincerely Speaking Spiritually by Joseph S. Spence Sr. begins with an informative foreword by Pastor Reverend Bradley E Coleman BA Master of Divinity. The individual poetry is as inspired and inspiring as it is meditatively compelling. Very highly recommended for all members of the Christian community, Sincerely Speaking Spiritually is one of those rare collections of Christian verse that will linger in the mind and memory long after the book itself has been finished and set back upon the shelf. It should be noted for personal reading lists that "Sincerely