The Fork In the Road

In my travels among the roads of life,
I stumbled upon pathos, sadness and strife,
Sometimes I headed down the byway without a thought,
Not caring of the consequences and misdeeds which brought
Broken promises, hurtful words and lack of trust,
My soul cried out in despair dear Lord reach me if you must.

This spirit of mine was begging for a new life and a clear path to follow,
I prayed to Jesus on my knees to cleanse my soul of wallow,
Asking him to lead me to the passage of righteousness,
And that the despair was replaced by the light of blessedness,
It was a welcome beacon at the end of the rocky climb
For Jesus helped me shed the sins of grime.

I was led to the fork in the road by our Lord and His Son,
Showing me the direction of hope which had begun
A new lifetime to develop a bridge of spiritual strength,
Growing stronger each day and spanning the length
With a heart filled with faith, joy and blessed assurance
And knowing that the walk is guided by love and endurance.



Favorite Scripture:   Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.  
                                           Psalm 119:105
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Marcum Wong Avatar
August 20, 2016 at 3:23 PM
Congratulations on your lovely prayer taking top honors. ; ) 7
Walker Avatar
August 20, 2016 at 3:31 PM
Connie, thank you for your support as well as supporting other poets within poetrysoup.com. ~ Sonia
Scars Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 5:09 PM
Sonia, beautiful prayer lady...congrats on your well deserved top placement :)-luloo
Walker Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 6:02 PM
Laura, what a lovely surprise for Thursday. The placement of my poem as well as the others made my day. Thank you, Sonia
Roper Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 3:08 PM
Thank you so very much for such an inspiring prayer, Sonia. Hugs Eve
Walker Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 6:08 PM
Eve, what an honor to have placed within your Contest on Prayer. I am humbled and honored. The response to your contest and the generous number of winners, makes me glad that the power of prayer is just as strong as ever. ~ Sonia
Walker Avatar
August 18, 2016 at 3:27 PM
Thank you for your enthusiasm. ~Sonia
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July 4, 2016 at 9:25 PM
Fantastic poem love JW happy fourth :-)
Walker Avatar
July 7, 2016 at 8:54 AM
Justin, hope you and your family had a great 4th of July. Your kindness is really appreciated. ~ Sonia
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July 4, 2016 at 8:56 PM
Nice inspiring poem Sonia; He does help get rid of our sins of grime!:)
Walker Avatar
July 4, 2016 at 9:09 PM
Cheryl, your review of my poem is inspirational. Thank you for reading it. ~ Sonia
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