Sweet Peace

Emotions get the best of me at times. I’ve felt betrayal’s bite; the pain runs circles in my mind and owns me. I’m too weak to fight. When into this unhealthy mix comes anger, I try mightily to stem the tide. I say, “Enough! Now of this torture, I’ll break free!” Then long-past sins that God forgave come taunting, robbing me of peace. It will not come when, on my own, I foolishly bid hauntings cease. Attempts are ineffectual. I can’t accomplish mind control. The more I try, the worse I get. I can’t fulfill the Father’s role! True peace is found in Him alone,* the kind that lasts. He’ll give me rest and peaceful sleep if I but ask, believing I’ll be truly blessed. *Psalm 4:8 “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety.” January 31, 2023 entered in the Finding Peace Poetry Contest placed 10th Sponsor: Regina McIntosh April 14, 2023 entered in the Brian Strand Premiere Contest 1208