THE PRISMATIC SELF

My soul welcomes challenges with triumphant spirit As my will soars toward faith-flight of prayer wings Defying arrogance of self-confidence While hiding in the strength of the Lord… My heart basks in the goodness of God for every victory As I keep on learning from trial and test Grateful for lessons learned since transformation works Championing the new creation in me against my carnal human nature… Yes, I am what I am by the grace of my Creator And through His mercy, might, miracle and marvellousness My life is His workmanship toward “conquetude”* bliss. Thus, I conclude with my stand about contests: Contests Reveal Strength If contests reveal great faith-work’s strength battles show discipline-ventures conquests expose character trials test virtues’ might values’ fortitude skills’ expertise talents’ worth for God... Win! When contest rules do stifle your life not bringing out your very best but nurturing the beast’s guts with self-glorying bouts midst spiritual angst burdening soul breaking heart, Trust God… Win! *conquering beatitude