Divinely Intrusive Thoughts
Intrusive thoughts just invaded my mind…
Yielded, I welcomed them, and so they came
They soon turned as a scene I must behold
Making meditation* vibrantly real.
Oh, these intrusive thoughts have gripped my heart
Letting me ponder on my prayer life...
First, I faced Miss Skeptic with her arrogant stare
Scorning, she yelled at me: “You’re just wasting time!”
Minutes later, Mr. Pretense questioned my motive
“Are you really sure that you’re communing with God?”
Without reluctance, Mrs. Rumor intervened…
“Oh, we gain data from people’s varied petitions.”
Then the happy-go-lucky lad joined me gaily
Saying, “I can’t come, but I’ll be there in spirit.”
Off he drifted fast, outrunning the busy lass
Who handed me her litany list of requests.
Catching my attention afterwards was Sir Doubt
With his countless “Do you truly believe…?” queries
Behind him was Lady Anxious, full of panic
Lamenting while uttering, “So guilty am I.”
These cogitations indeed woke me up
For neglecting supplication-delight
God did teach my heart blest wondrous lesson…
Seeking Him humbly with faith pleases Him.
Thankful to the Lord for intrusive thoughts
I praise Him for rebuking me rightly
Now, His invitation for communion
Is a vibrant pleasure to my spirit.
*Psalm 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.
June 11, 2025
2nd place, "Pick-A-Title, Vol 52" Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Edward Ibeh; judged on 6/14/2025
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