About this book
Coming to the King by Frances Ridley Havergal invites listeners into a Victorian treasury of devotional poetry where prayer, praise, and pilgrimage meet. Havergal’s luminous verses—often hymn-like in tone—explore intimacy with God, humble longing, and the reassuring presence of divine wisdom. Collected alongside kindred pieces by other devotional writers, these poems move from the confident approach of “Coming to the King” to the reflective shelter of “Under the Shadow,” mapping stages of the spiritual life without doctrine-heavy language.
Rooted in 19th-century Christian spirituality, the collection reflects Havergal’s gift for clear, tender expression and her era’s love of lyrical devotion. Themes of trust, surrender, consolation, and the daily walk with God recur across short meditations and longer, songful pieces that lend themselves to listening, meditation, and private worship. The language is poetic yet plainspoken, making complex spiritual longings accessible.
Perfect for fans of religious poetry, lovers of hymns, and anyone seeking a calm, contemplative audiobook for prayer time or quiet reflection, Coming to the King offers gentle, restorative readings that have comforted listeners for generations.
