Divinely Trapped

“What is this strange place we find ourselves in Trapped in the open, we are free within.” Unseeking Seeker Finding myself in the center of God’s great will I’m blest with freedom*, bound by love’s security Upheld steadfastly by caring sovereignty Compassing me so I can be serenely still. Within the Lord’s presence prevails forgiveness bliss Comforting my heart from transgressions’ weariness As I do repent with confession-earnestness Drawing me far from drowning selfishness abyss. Yielding to the Holy Spirit from worldly ties My redeemed soul is loosened against aimless bouts Triumphing to vanquish doubts and arrogant shouts Despite struggles during worshipful prayer-cries. Around Christ’s love-circumference, I choose to stay Where my earnest devotion can fruitfully bloom There I minister for those who are gripped in gloom With kindness to share, showered by hope’s joyous ray. Divinely trapped, I will remain humbly thankful To the Saviour Who liberated me indeed From destructive sin’s breed, self’s creed and Satan’s greed Toward faith-soar for life-building so purposeful. *Galatians 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. March 29, 2022 3rd place, "The Matrix" Poetry Writing Premiere Contest Sponsored by Unseeking Seeker; judged on 4/8/2022.