The Martyr and the Warrior
A journey together,
Storms to weather;
Companions unlikely joined
Despite their task
on this path which many ask,
“Why the battle?”
“Why the pain?”
“Does not God care?”
Martyr whispers gently,
“Surrender to Love’s grander plan.”
Warrior shouts the battle cry,
“Persevere, victory’s at hand!”
Martyr teaches mercy, grace and love
to tame the tyrant within.
Warrior teaches perseverance, courage and strength;
the tyrant to overcome.
Companions unlikely joined
For this journey long
Companions to aide
Along this path long laid.
Healing the prize
Despite surprise.
Lessons to be learned;
Trust to be earned,
to heed the other’s voice
and make the wiser choice.
This battle within needs each
For which to teach;
As guides along the way.
Martyr entreats Warrior,
“Surrender to Love’s call,
For grace and mercy extended to all.”
Warrior enjoins Martyr,
“Be strong, be courageous,
Honesty within
To conquer every sin!”
Warrior needs Martyr
to tame the tyrant within.
Martyr needs Warrior
To defeat the tyrant;
For victory to win!
The journey for this tyrant within,
Beckons Love’s call;
Grace and mercy to all.
Healing within and without;
Love’s nature calls out;
Surrender control;
Be courageous! Be strong
to right each wrong;
Start within.
Copyright © Cathi Spooner | Year Posted 2013
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