The Abyss of Love

Know that the abyss of love Is up to your falling, And lovingly embraces The depths of your calling. Even though your fear cries out As you are descending, The bottom that terrifies Will not be your ending. The abyss of love's simply Fear of your own making. It can't be filled by prayer Or 'tens*' won for shaking. Satan's power is always fear, God's purpose still is love, So share the risk, take my hand, Let's trust in heav'n above. Brian Johnston February 8, 2014 Poet's Notes 'tens' - Come on you guys knew that 'tens' meant Olympic Gold for 'high quality shaking' didn't you? My editor-in-chief is so picky sometimes. I'm proud of this one though, a poem that is serious, funny, and sappy at the same time.