House of Pain

I am saddened by the world today. Hypocrisy stands in the way. No wonder Jesus said to leave. Tossing tables he did grieve. This is a place where we should pray. Not show off our ride in the driveway. What is it this gossip disguised as prayer? I'm scared to death to be back in there! Still, I should just turn my head. If not For God I would be dead. I am justifying my own fear. I don't avoid truth. I hold it dear. I sang the songs up in the choir. I closed my eyes with tears of fire. I can do the same now that I'm grown. A humble tear down my cheekbone. Lord, I must find my way back in the door. And plant my knees against the floor. From now until the final end. This House of Pain I must attend.