Angst Tristich Poems

As good steward called to be faithful 
I forward march vanquishing selfishness
toward Christ’s prize, marked by His humility...

Blest by His cheer propping me midst despair
soul...

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Midst Monday bouts in work arena
knocking body with fatigue angst…
God’s victory* strengthens my faith to keep pressing on.

Though Tuesday schedule seems to fail
frustrating mind against...

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Kept in Christ's fortress
my spirit* delights in His gracious security
serenely shielded despite global crisis' angst.

By the Lord's sovereign compassion
my soul trusts His wisdom, perfectly best
exposing...

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I am just a swollen bloated thing in this harsh world
Nothing here but the laws of physics upon me hurled
No safety, power, decision is mine...

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Time and gravity conspire to remind me I'm mortal and subservient to death
its approach heralded by wrinkled skin, aching mussels and creaking bones,
anticipating its arrival,...

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Despondent midst insecurity’s angst?
Your soul cries out in despair…
God is able*; trust His love.

Chained to failure’s misery-shackles?
Your heart languishes in sorrow’s nook…
God can ably free...

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Oh, for the love of God... 
      Why must you always stay 
 Tethered to me? Sever your strings.

 ...

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Stand behind the line. 
Read the sign. 
No touching allowed....

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Sorrows etched upon the brow
will my tomorrows allow
the sadness of my... now...

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