Shine On

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” Matthew 5:16 of the King James Bible Shimmering with wondrous truth’s radiance Honest trust beams against obscure deceit Illumined to smite lurking falsity… Nestling inside God’s gleaming assurance Enlightened for freedom bliss’ sharing treat Optimizing vibrant faith verity… Now, my soul glows with blest redemption praise. Sizzling midst ennui of boredom’s variance Hope sparkles though attacking doubts do greet Inspiring service with prayer beauty… Nourished by gracious kindness-endurance Exposing worship in fellowship sweet Offering forgiveness from love’s bounty… Now, my heart shines toward gratitude blaze. Modified Hybronnet of 14 lines with rhyme scheme abc-abc-d; abc-abc-d, amidst Acrostic form. April 15, 2021 3rd place, "Writing Prompt - Shine" Poetry Contest Sponsored by Constance La France; judged on 4/21/2021.