The Only Relevant Fear

The piercing stench of sulfur and death tears through my nostrils
Angels of retribution spread disaster as told by many apostles
My flesh melts but leaves not the bone like skin encasing the sun
legions of demons surround me leaving nowhere to run

I pray to be lifeless not realising I hold no breath
The weight of my sins within so strong they deform my chest
An unending thirst for mercy develops that can never be quenched
my transgressions pile onto my spirit an I am now entrenched

I have become eternally comfortless as my book of life sealed
I could have changed my lifestyle but to late I have been killed

This scenario alone I fear phobically and so I attempt to humbly
ask for forgiveness daily to protect my soul spiritually

Sha'ntez Jefferson
10/30/12
Whats your fear contest
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Brown Avatar
November 29, 2012 at 11:26 AM
A very belated congratulations in this Fear contest Sha'ntez. Love, Carol
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November 19, 2012 at 11:33 AM
Sha'ntez, Congratulations with your thought provoking poem In Tanya's "What's Your Fear?" contest. Have yourself a nice sweet day.. always~ PD
Dietrich Avatar
November 17, 2012 at 1:28 PM
It would be the worst thing ever!! Congrats on your win with this one.
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
November 16, 2012 at 11:30 PM
Congratulations on your scary win xx
Johnson Avatar
November 16, 2012 at 11:09 PM
A good rule of thumb. But I hope you don't really walk in fear. Congratulations on your win. Love, Joyce
Long Avatar
November 16, 2012 at 9:44 PM
congrats on your win cory
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October 30, 2012 at 1:13 PM
Priceless honesty Sha-ntez - allow your strenghts to be your gifts to Deity and the Cosmos will take care of the rest - stop apologizing and start living more fiercely than ever before - J.A.B. %
Kearley Avatar
October 30, 2012 at 1:55 AM
A very mind opening write here.As long as your alive,your book is open....
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