Claiming God’s favor everyday My soul does seek heavenly light Guidance while I fervently pray Persisting to do what is right. With approval of divine ray My faith soars toward venture flight Vanquishing temptation’s prey Triumphant upon humbling plight. Sometimes I am in disarray Caused by sin along guilt-filled blight My heart that falters with dismay Seeks the Saviour for helping might. When trials show that I’m just clay My human nature can’t hide fright I cling to Christ Who is the way Safeguarding me well day and night. Choosing that in God’s plan, I stay My fervent vows declare and cite Trust* in the Almighty today And forever with blest delight. Optimizing chances with grace I serve the Lord upon truth’s brace. *Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. May 20, 2023 2nd place, "TAKE A CHANCE ON A CHANSO" Rhyme Poetry Writing Contest Sponsored by Kim Rodrigues; judged on 7/11/2023.
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