To Paint a Praise: a Collection of Christian Poetry and Prose

by Autumn Leigh Waite

In her debut collection of Christian poetry, author Autumn Leigh Waite unveils meditations of the Christian heart and touches on topics such as the life of Christ, sin, self-reflection and forgiveness. Divided into two parts, Adoration and Meditation, To Paint a Praise: a Collection of Christian Poetry and Prose explores what it feels like to live in a fallen world and to love God with a human heart. The author’s debut collection is sure to encourage both praise and lamentation.

Genres: Poetry, Christian, Faith, Christianity, Nonfiction

51 pages, Paperback

Published May 1, 2022

Reviews

[Faith By Another Name · Rating 5 out of 5]

Was a TikTok fan and immediately purchased the book upon its release. Autumn is such a gifted wordsmith! But what is most beautiful about this collection is not just the heartwarming images that she conjures and and crafts through poetry and prose, but rather how evident her worshipful heart is. The epilogue of the book captures it perfectly: “But if this jar of perfume should be poured out at once, if it should be wasted on the feet of the Savior, it is well with my soul. If all I have managed to do in my toiling is paint a praise for my God, let it be a portrait for only Him to see.” And I truly believe that she feels that way! It’s so exciting to know that she’s only 20 and that this is her first published work. I look forward to enjoying and meditating on the art that the Spirit guides her to create in the future! Also: don’t read the book in one sitting; savor it 😌

[Matthew Brown · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great little book of poetry!

Exerpt from the last stanza:
"But if this jar of perfume should be poured out at once,
If it should be wasted
On the feet of the Savior,
It is well with my soul.
If all I have managed to do in my toiling
is paint a praise for my God,
Let it be a portrait for only Him to see."

[Camden · Rating 5 out of 5]

This collection of words is breathtaking. It makes your heart ache and swell with joy and feel so deeply. Each line is so intimate and personal; so easily shared. Autumn has such a gift and I’m so grateful that she is sharing it with the world. I couldn’t stop reading the poems, one after another, and I will read them over and over again. Each one paints such a beautiful picture of praise to God. I’m so glad I purchased her book after stumbling upon one of her poems on TikTok. It is so dear to me!

[sierra {thecottagcorereader} · Rating 5 out of 5]

*5/5
Beautifully written is all I have to say. (This was my first reading any Christian poetry book) I didn’t want to read this in just a couple days I wanted to spend time reading this. It’s emotional reading this because God really loves me even after all I done. The complete and utter works of God are truly beautiful. The message from this poetry explains just that. Also, “The Boy Jesus” poem makes me cry. 🥹

[Angelique McVey · Rating 5 out of 5]

This collection of poems is absolutely stunning and definitely accomplished the goal of painting a praise for God. The opening poem and ending poem are so carefully crafted. They are the perfect bookends to a beautiful poetry collection that focuses on themes of God’s glory, Christ’s sacrifice, and self reflection. This collection is short, but the depth you’ll read on the pages makes up for it! Highly recommend!

[henry · Rating 5 out of 5]

i loved this poetry collection and had to force myself to read just a few at a time and not all of it in one sitting. my favorite poems were “garden to garden” and “hand of god”. i’ll definitely buy her second collection

[Abigail Nichole · Rating 5 out of 5]

A quick read and gorgeous work. When I couldn’t sleep one night, due to anxiety, Jesus used this book to comfort me. “On Mercy and Majesty” is the poem that aided in my sleep. The line, “with every sunrise he whispers me his mercies” especially helped.
The poem “The Boy Jesus” made me smile. It brought Jesus on earth to life.

[Abigail H. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this! Short little poems and pieces of prose depicting the goodness of God. My favourite is ‘The Boy Jesus.’ Lots of food for thought and nuggets to ponder over. This is an amazing coffee table book.

[Mary Catherine May · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have wanted to find a book like this for the longest time!!!! It popped up on my tik tok and I immediately ordered it and LOVED it!! I need her to write more!!

[Ashley Wilbers · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful offering.

Some of my favorites:
The Boy Jesus, page 34
Arimathea, page 30
On Loneliness, page 33
Continuation, page 14

[Smoradovab · Rating 5 out of 5]

wonderful words that touch the human heart

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a beautiful book of poetry about our wonderful Savior.

[Abby Rako ⭐️ · Rating 5 out of 5]

yeah wow.

[liv · Rating 5 out of 5]

deeply touching and stirring. Waite has a gift, one she’s giving right back to the Giver.

[Juliana Niño · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reread on 12/31/25. Still love it!