Baptism: On sinking and rising

by Amy Lutes

"baptism
that far-reaching tide
moving through waves of experience
water, dark and deep
spin through the depths of the sea
the deepest sea
to find God in heaven and hell"

Baptism follows a path of descent and rising, of death and rebirth, of trials and triumph. Lutes's poetry highlights themes such as temptation, spiritual wandering, empathy, ecology, and more, on a journey from the darkest depths to unknown heights.

114 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 6, 2017

About the author

Amy Lutes is a poet, novelist, artist, and nature-lover hailing from Tennessee. She spends much of her time following her imagination, seeking out deep spiritual truth, and exploring the world around her with her husband and two kids. Currently on her list of works in progress: a YA dystopian series, a fantasy quartet, and an application for seminary, where she hopes to learn how to better use story as a path to healing.

Reviews

[Shayla Raquel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amy Lutes brings her raw words to life through elegance and grace. Whether of nature or grief, she speaks from the heart, drawing the reader in to her soul. My favorite poems were "Scars," "Elemental," "There Lived a Little Plant That Feared the Sun," and "Finding Love." I hope to read more poetry from Amy in the future.

"i am just
waiting.
waiting for
your first breath,
and your last.
until then,
my own breath,
my own heart,
stills.
i wait for you." —Baptism, Amy Lutes

[Mindy Schoeneman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lutes bared her soul for all to see in this collection of poems. I was drawn in and finished the collection the first day. And then I've kept coming back for more.