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The Face of Shame

Why do I still feel this way? This sadness does not go away Many years have passed, but I still Sit crying by the window sill I felt used for another's lust She was one who broke my trust I hold no anger towards her But feelings of hurt still lingers I feel dirty and unworthy Shameful passions stir within me I feel guilty and worthless Within me lies no goodness Does shame have a face, I wonder? Does it point an accusing finger? Where can I hide from disgrace? In the arms of God's loving grace! It's in the cross I find hope I cling to Christ, my sturdy rope He hung on the cross in shame He has given me a new name There will be a day without tears A day when I'm free from all fears God will guide me safely home In Him, I'm never alone

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017




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Date: 5/24/2017 9:48:00 AM
Joanne, God has forgiven you long ago, when you accepted that Christ died for you on the cross:) why not just forgive yourself?? Hope you find peace!
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Joanne Liaw
Date: 5/24/2017 6:54:00 PM
God has been helping me to forgive myself. Poems like that are usually written when I sink into depression. But I have come out of depression, so thank God for that!

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