Illuminate: Poems Of Light And Longing

When darkness feels endless, even the smallest light can become a reason to keep going.Illuminate: Poems of Light and Longing is a deeply personal and faith-filled collection of poetry that gives voice to the silent battles of anxiety, depression, loneliness, self-doubt, grief, and emotional exhaustion. Through raw honesty and heartfelt prayer, Deeona Funk opens the door to the inner world of someone searching for peace while holding tightly to faith.These poems speak to the moments when the heart feels heavy, when happiness seems far away, when questions rise louder than answers, and when the soul cries out, "Lord, help me." Yet within the pain, there is also a quiet thread of hope. Each poem becomes a step toward healing, reminding readers that even in the darkest hour, God's love can still reach the broken places.With themes of faith over fear, perseverance, self-worth, spiritual healing, and the courage to keep moving forward, this collection is for anyone who has ever felt unseen, unheard, or overwhelmed by life's storms. It is a companion for those walking through darkness and a reminder that light is still possible.Honest, emotional, and uplifting, Illuminate is more than a poetry book-it is a journey from longing to faith, from pain to prayer, and from brokenness toward hope.

Pages: 73, Paperback, Panda Publishing Agency