With Bated Breath

Worthy worship welcomes divine bated breath of well-done work Invigorating my earnest praise-offering and prayer-intercession Triumphing over turbulent trials along toilsome tests Hoisting me toward God’s heavenly hope. Braced-up with Christ’s strength during righteousness’ bouts of bated-breath Assured faith of mine adheres to Him against doubts’ afflictions Tenaciously standing upon His truth with thanksgiving Empowered for service-enablement Doing His will with delight*. Blessings of grace beautify my spirit of bated-breath burden-bearing Replenished by the Lord’s constant rejuvenation and ready revival Enlivened through His might for volunteerism-enhancement Amidst altruism, devoid of vain arrogance and apathy Trusting the Saviour Whose mercies are tender Helping others with loving heart. *Psalm 40:8 I delight to do thy will, O my God… September 2, 2019 2nd place, "Pick A Title, Vol 8 - Acrostic" Poetry Contest Sponsored by Edward Ibeh; judged on 9/7/2019.