Title: Welcome to the Light: A Trumpet of Truth
Author: Karl Krahn
Publisher: Page Turner Press and Media
ISBN: 978-1638718680
Pages: 96
Genre: Christian Poetry
Reviewed by: Lisa Brown-Gilbert
Pacific Book Review
Author Karl Krahn’s Welcome to the Light: A Trumpet of Truth offers a deeply spiritual, soul replenishing collection of varied poetic intimations. This is an unadulterated sharing of his heartfelt perspective on spiritual lessons, connections, questions and even humor; with a persistent focus on the ultimate understanding of the importance of both maintaining a faith filled relationship with the divine.
Initially, there is an immediate connection to the spiritual mindset, as the work provokes deep thought with narratives which serve well to stir the mind (and soul) with two inspiring lyrically poignant essays, Wake Up and Fantasy each of which seems to flow from a deeply connected stream of spiritual consciousness. Moreover, what follows for the remainder of the book is a spirited, psyche altering journey through an assortment of devotional poetic works which collectively offer multiple spirit-stirring dives into the many facets of God at work in life, as well as why it is important to maintain a faithful connected relationship with the Lord.
Ultimately, while all of author Karl Krahn’s poetic entries had particularly spiritual as well as lyrical merit, there are many that I found to be especially easy to resonate with. First, The Reason brings a touching perception of heaven, especially when it comes to the line… “Heaven has no keep out signs.” Next Nitty Gritty issues a soul shaking view of people lost to worldly ways. Then Do You Hear, offers simple but inspiring verses which delve into the ways of Jesus versus Satan when it comes to Love. Monkey’s Uncle offers a poetic discourse on Creation versus evolution.
However, my absolute favorite works are Mother’s Soup which heralds important lessons gleaned from author Krahn’s deeply spiritual mother. Also Twisted Wisdom, a profound work which completely lives up to its title. Additionally, The Fool and The Vicious Sisters enlighten with somewhat whimsically toned perspectives on the acts of others that can condemn and the fall out of spiritual narcissism.
Although in need of some minor editing for sporadic spelling errors, altogether author Karl Krahn’s, Welcome to the Light: A Trumpet of Truth, turned out to be a spiritually welcoming work to read, which I found to be a wonderfully expressive, enlightening and enjoyable reading experience and do highly recommend this book for Christian reading enthusiasts and fans of spiritually based poetry. It is well worth the read.
