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It is Jesus that I Choose
I had a conversation
With the man from Hell.
His voice was bold and boasting,
Rich promises to sell.
I said, “I have no interest,
No matter what the price.”
Until he laid before me
The object of my vice.
Alluring was its beauty,
Enticing were its ways.
Wasting fast was my resolve,
Setting desire ablaze.
My heart had reached a crossroad.
A choice had to be made;
Loyalty or waywardness,
Two paths before me laid.
Handing me the pen of death,
“Just sign the dotted line.”
So eager for an answer
A chill ran down my spine.
I saw within that moment
All that I would lose.
I couldn’t turn my back on Him,
“It’s Jesus that I choose.”
“What, you must be joking, right?
Just look at all you’ll own.”
“Get behind me Satan,
My heart is God’s alone.
Obedience is the answer
That bars you from soul.
No, you will not deter me
From reaching Heaven’s goal.
I must obey my Master
And listen to His voice.
Be gone from me Apollyon
For Jesus is my choice.”
His eyes filled black, with darkness
Knowing of his defeat.
He turned and gave a mighty roar
Then made a swift retreat.
I slowly started singing
A hymn of long ago.
Comforted by its message,
It made my spirit glow.
Trust and obey,
For there’s no other way
To be happy in Jesus,
But to trust and obey.*
* Words to the song, Trust and Obey, were written by John H. Sammis ~ 1846-1919. I claim no ownership.
** Italicized quotes are when Satan is speaking.
Word Count:
Total: 270
Poem only: 244
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