Notes About The Poem

For contest sponsored by Unseeking Seeker

Pause of Polarity Interchange

Line of inquiry:

“Betwixt two thoughts there is a gap

No illusions therein entrap

In the time stretched pause we then see

Ego craving is a mousetrap”

Souls sipping sin of ego sweet like sap
Become stuck in the spiritual mousetrap 
Oh but to experience grace repenting
Learning that God alone sets souls free

To live as flawed human is to experience 
Trials tribulations of feverish flesh 
Impressionable mind perhaps barely aware
Of the seed of sin planted in thoughts
Returning in actions as being evident one is lost

But betwixt two thoughts there is a gap
Where truth lives and He is
An escape to salvation 
Emancipation from the abyss’s curse 
Easy to be distracted yet easier
To have redacted the sins of your soul

Confess and be blessed with humility
Be cleansed by the Holy fire as ego leaves
Find it true that all things
Work for the betterment of the Lord
That even in the clutches of sin
One can repent and be saved therein

Bible stories leave for us a roadmap
That we may find our ways out the mousetrap
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Wolf Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 6:48 PM
I like the message... But what if the devil / the Evil Inclination 'builds a better mousetrap? Then what? ~ Trapper John
Jones Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 10:46 PM
God’s grace and will trumps that of the devil dear Gershon.
Etgen-Baker Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 3:21 PM
inspiring and deep words...the last two lines speak a truth and wisdom. best wishes with this contest entry.
Jones Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Thanks so much Sara for the kind words and wishes!
Goldsmith Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 10:11 AM
WOW!!! What a powerful write you have here. "Good Luck" Love your true ending lines. Have a Blessed day writing away............
Jones Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Thanks so much Paula!
Poet Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 9:03 AM
A cohesive structure and a clear message about the human condition and the need for spiritual growth and redemption. The imagery is strong, and the language is evocative. Good luck Karen
Jones Avatar
November 19, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Thanks for reading and for wishing me good luck dear Sotto!
Dietrich Avatar
November 18, 2025 at 10:36 AM
You approached the theme in a most thoughtful manner. Great musings, Karen. I think Unseeking Seeker will really like this one.
Jones Avatar
November 18, 2025 at 12:04 PM
I struggle with her wonderful thought provoking prompts! Thanks!
Rodgers Avatar
November 18, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Dear Karen, Your words are so thoughtful and layered, and I like how you explore that space “between two thoughts” as a kind of opening for grace. It’s one of those poems that makes you pause and sit with the ideas for a while. Autumn Blessings, Dear Karen, Daniel
Jones Avatar
November 18, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Daniel thanks so much for your thoughtful comment! Blessings returned dear poet.
Kelii Kekaula Avatar
November 18, 2025 at 7:31 AM
Hope through confession, emphasizing humility and the belief that even human flaws can ultimately serve a higher purpose within a divine plan.
Jones Avatar
November 18, 2025 at 7:41 AM
Exactly Hilo Poet! Appreciate your support!
Rodrigues Avatar
November 18, 2025 at 7:29 AM
So true: Impressionable mind perhaps barely aware Of the seed of sin planted in thoughts Returning in actions as being evident one is lost. It begins in the mind and even (in this lifetime) rears its ugly head. We pray and force any ill thoughts to flee and replace them with God’s light. God bless you, dear poet! Hugs
Jones Avatar
November 18, 2025 at 7:40 AM
God bless you Kim and thanks for reading!
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