FEAR

“Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death

I will fear no evil…”

But sometimes I have to remind myself to take a breath

Because I am no Evil Knievel

 

I’m afraid to forgive those who’ve hurt me

Because I’m afraid then it’d all be for nothing

I’m afraid that if we make amends, in the end

It’ll all just happen again

So I remind myself my Savior has risen

That means I am forgiven

And to be more like Him I need to forgive them

 

I’m afraid to be vulnerable

Because what will people think when they see how I’m dysfunctional?

What if they see nothing valuable?

The very thought makes me uncomfortable

But I know God is with me

So who else do I need when he strengthens me?

 

I’m afraid of letting people down

So I hide it by pretending I don’t care about anyone around

I know the feeling of guilt

And because of it I feel like I’m walking on stilts

But the truth is, I am His

And I can’t do anything unless He does it through me

So with Him inside me why should I flee?

 

So there may be times I’m filled with fear

Sometimes enough to drive me to tears

But through Christ I can do anything

And that’s enough to keep me from worrying 

Reviews

[Falling Leaf.]

Change in color adds nice emotion.

[Riley Justine]

This exactly how I felt once upon a time. You really now what you're talking about and I can tell you write your poems through personal experience and pain. Really well done job once again,darling.

[NoelHC]

Nicely done, and thoughtful.

[DoormanDan]

This is a nicely constructed write. It flows very well. Once again you manage to impress sir!

[MomzillaNC]

Very moving.

NOTES: But sometimes I have to remind myself to take a [breath]

[Dannyisawriter]

Right! Thanks :)

[MomzillaNC]

yw :)

[Leslie Philibert]

Like the use of the psalm which is a wonderful piece of writing in itself ( I like texts from the Bible or the Qu`ran), enjoyed this although I have my own special understanding of belief and religion, excellent text !

[Cool Girl]

I really enjyed this! Great job!