Lost In Discontentment
Allured with materialism’s glimmer
My focus was gripped by worldliness’ shimmer.
Distracted, my heart yearned for earthly gain
I thought would suffice me, but it just gave me pain.
Then I realized, with God’s truth light
I wandered from the source of genuine delight.
Before, giving gifts with heart of gladness
Was the task I was devoted to, devoid of selfishness.
Thus, I admit that in my discontentment, I got lost
Leading me toward forlorn of sorrowful cost.
With repentance, I beg for God’s gracious mercy
Beseeching for His forgiveness’ clemency.
Grateful for His pardon, I bow to His leadership
Now I abide in His blessed will, exercising faithful stewardship.
Hence, I draw nigh* to Christ to direct me toward love sharing gesture
So as not to wander and get entangled with any vain venture.
*James 4:8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you.
January 5, 2020
1st place, "STRAND SELECT 7 any form, any theme" Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Brian Strand; judged on 1/9/2020.
Copyright © Beata Agustin | Year Posted 2020
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