The Race

I live in a cliche of feet don't
fail me now
Trying to make it through each day
Someway ,somehow.
Ive been running this race towards a
never reaching finish line
And as I strive to reach it, 
It just seems there's not enough time
There is distractions and setbacks that 
cover me like hot burning oil
And users and abusers 
who make my blood boil
Its just me and God now 
Where my trust forever resides
And i will lean on his mercy
Its the only place left to hide
I want to spread peace and love
All around
And i don't care if they mock me 
or think Im unsound
So ill still run for the finish line
no matter how far away
Til i reside in heaven with Jesus
When its my final day.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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September 20, 2015 at 5:23 PM
Much lighter and happier!
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September 4, 2015 at 7:00 PM
Hello, Carl, I hope you are making it well. Every day has a reason. Jesus, residing in heaven. A lovely poem... I posted our poem ESCAPE... stop by when you have time... :) Always LINDA
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September 2, 2015 at 5:34 AM
- A wonderful poem, Carl - Long time no see .... hope all is well with you - I wish you a lovely day - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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August 30, 2015 at 9:49 PM
An inspirational testimony, Carl! Stand strong! Love, Kim
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August 30, 2015 at 7:07 PM
Carl, I love the strength in your words and thanks for visiting my poem, God told me ~~
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August 30, 2015 at 5:25 PM
a lovely way to express your will of finishing and never giving up. SKAT
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