Path of Least


Most people are like electricity,
they prefer to travel down the path of least resistance
They don't want to get involved too much,
they like to be bystanders, sitting on the fence

They don't really want things too hard,
don't wanna struggle like a salmon goin' upstream
Just make it easy for their decision making,
would like to get from here to there on a transporter beam

Get on that old beaten trail,
go down that worn out wide path
It's the easiest way to get to hell,
walking backwards will incur God's wrath

Beware: the devil's gonna wanna trick you
Beware: Satan's gonna be real persistent
Beware: the Trickster's gonna lie to you,
to lead you down the path of least resistance

Beam 'em up on that old beaten trail,
beam 'em down that worn out wide path
It's the easiest way to get to hell,
oh you will instantly incur God's wrath

Most people don't like to feel electricity,
it jumps on you lightning fast
And if you're not a quick thinker,
you will become a tale of the past

I was raised up the old fashioned way,
do what you're told, then you'll have your say
Be obedient, follow God's sacred rules;
move down that shining path, it's up to you to choose

Get off that old beaten trail,
don't go down that worn out wide path
Take a straight narrow road to heaven,
walk forward and one day you'll see God laugh

Beware: the devil's gonna wanna own you
Beware: get you to do what he wants you to
Beware: Satan's lurking in the distance,
so resist taking the path of least resistance

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016



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Date: 11/4/2016 4:37:00 PM
I was raised the old fashion way too when it comes to my religious beliefs..Sometimes I used to think ..Mom was too stricked when it came to words of God..But nowadays things are going far to the other extreme..and indeed its as if nothing else matterd in this world. Outstanding post.
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Date: 11/4/2016 10:26:00 AM
Hello, me again (English 10 teacher from BC, Canada)! My students also studied this poem of yours. They loved it! Any chance you'd be willing to share your allegorical meaning with me, so that I'm able to pass it along? It was their idea that I contact the poets, so I'm excited about their interest. If you can share, that would be awesome! Thank you!
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Freddie Robinson Jr.
Date: 11/4/2016 2:55:00 PM
This comment box has a 400 character max. limit. By not holding fast to their beliefs, they get rejected by God, and thus, lose out on eternal salvation. The easy way (spiritually speaking) ofttimes is not the righteous way. Jesus said to His disciples that we would suffer much persecution for His name sake. That's it in a nutshell. I love you all. RW (Romantic Warrior)
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Freddie Robinson Jr.
Date: 11/4/2016 2:49:00 PM
Ty, MsAndraya. I am so humbled by your students interest. But first please post one poem so I can put comment on your poet page. I don't know how to initiate soup email. This poem was my personal POV (point of view) about people who choose the path where they won't have to face any persecution for standing by their religious belief. I'm a Christian. Love you always.
Date: 11/3/2016 1:37:00 PM
You've outdone yourself Freddie, enlightened write, although I also appreciate the road less traveled.
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Date: 11/2/2016 8:45:00 PM
Hi Freddie, What a revelant write, that has sage advice. I enjoy reading your poems because I know I will find a message of truth.Well done:-) Alexis
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Freddie Robinson Jr.
Date: 11/2/2016 9:31:00 PM
Ty, Alexis. Just a warming up poem. I got some real heat coming. Love you, lady. RW
Date: 11/2/2016 8:01:00 PM
"The path of least resistance," what a great poem and great verse Freddie! P & L~ Che
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Freddie Robinson Jr.
Date: 11/2/2016 9:32:00 PM
Ty, Cheryl. I just try to tell it like it is. You know me. Glad you liked it. Much love to you. RW
Date: 11/2/2016 2:56:00 PM
A great write. Feeds my soul my friend. A Fav! Lots of Love, armand.
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Freddie Robinson Jr.
Date: 11/2/2016 9:34:00 PM
Ty, Maurice. Gotta shake the people up out of their sleep. Ty for the kind words. Love you always, friend. RW
Date: 11/2/2016 12:04:00 PM
'RW', My friend, ever time I read your pennings....it's such an emotional transfer I can't begin to explain Then I realize, I don't have to cause you already know. Peace and much love for you brotha!
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Freddie Robinson Jr.
Date: 11/2/2016 9:34:00 PM
Hey, Steven, you how we roll. We be heavy truth hitters, right. Love you, my man. RW
Date: 11/2/2016 10:42:00 AM
Excellent advice Freddie totally love this poem. 7!!!
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Freddie Robinson Jr.
Date: 11/2/2016 11:10:00 AM
Ty, Phil. Just looking out for my peeps. Love the love and support. Love and peace to you.
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