Sultan

I choose to abide by Christ's holy law - Resolve born in faith that His way is true. A pact between mind and soul - what's the flaw? If I know it's right, then I'm bound for you! But I look in the mirrored depths within, and shudder at the sultan that I see. Silk-wrapped beast with a taste for ev'ry sin: pride, indolence, and lust subverting me. Strong and swift, though dulled by laze and liquor, the sultan has staked out his claim inside. I siege his proud palace - he is quicker - but from God's holy iron, he cannot hide. For you, my king, I wage war with myself. The sultan shall fall, clutching his wicked wealth. 25 August 2023

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Tom Woody

Date: 8/25/2023 1:28:00 PM

Nice poetic description of the struggle all true Christians have, and reminiscent of Paul'words to the Romans, which I'm guessing provided the inspiration here. Slay we shall (in God's strength)!

Tom Woody
Date: 8/25/2023 4:37:00 PM

I was thinking more Romans 7:21-25

J. I. Thomas F.
Date: 8/25/2023 3:36:00 PM

Thanks for reading! I've always liked Romans 13:12 which might be indirect inspiration. Did you have another particular verse in mind?