An Inklings’ Heir: Rob Jones’ Poetic Vision for the Church and the Imagination

Rob Jones is a poet, musician, two-time #1 Amazon bestselling author—and happily for us, a lover of the Inklings. His literary accomplishments include two books of poetry—The Hidden Work: Poems Inspired by the Writings of C. S. Lewis and Re-enchanted—as well as two children’s books, Here Comes the Night and Poetic Pete, and a new adult romance novel, Bad Boys of the Kingdom. His poetry has been featured in Sehnsucht: The C. S. Lewis Journal and Cultivating Oaks Press.

In this interview, Rob shares about, among other things, the importance of the arts and the role of beauty in the church; why creativity and wonder matter for all who call themselves Christians; the significance of community and interdependence within the Christian faith; the power of literature to transform consciousness and build connection; and the value of fiction in illustrating truths about life and spirituality. All of this is offered with beautiful humility and grace. Plus, if you are anything like me, you are going to love his voice. Also, he reads some of his poetry for us :)…

Two Poems by Rob Jones

Questions for the Divine Tailor What to wear, oh, what to wear Ill-fitting garments left my soul bare? Can I find, oh, can I find, Attire for me that God designed? There, I see, oh, there, I see Young and old who are dressed properly As I gaze at myself in despair. How can they, oh, how can they So effortlessly find their own way? Yes, it seems, oh, yes, it seems They’re dressed in destiny, draped in dreams. Why must I, oh, why must I Wear hand-me-downs from my Shadowed side? Slowly, I am beginning to fray. I’ve outgrown,…