A Fork In The Path

A spoken word poem about putting your faith in God.

I have been on this path for a while now.
It has been long and monotonous.
But at least it is comfortable and familiar.

I have had so many chances in my walk to turn on to a new path.
I wanted to have faith and step on to the new road.
But when I looked down that road it was strange and unfamiliar.
So I chose to keep on going the way I had been despite the small voice inside me urging me to take a leap of faith.

I am like Peter when Jesus invited him to walk on water.
Jesus calls to me.
Inviting me to take a step out of my safety zone and walk on water.
I can hear my friends, like the disciples, pleading with me not to do this.
But I ignore them.
I take that step of faith and I walk on the water.
At first I feel amazing.
But then I get scared and slowly sink.
And I return to the safety of the boat.
Ye of little faith.

Why is it that in our minds we crave adventure but when the opportunity for a life change comes we cling to comfort?
What I want to do, I don't.
And what I don't, I do
God I'm tired of this fear this doubt that has a hold of me.
It's time for me to make up my mind.

I've come to a fork in my path now.
One road is narrow.
And the other is fat.
One road is bright.
And the other is dimly lit;
as if only being lit by a lamp.

Down the bright road I can see many people.
Laughing and carrying on.
But as I see the happiness and joy I also see the emptiness they feel inside.
And they have no idea where the path ends.
Down the dimly lit road I see only a few people.
And one by one they are slowly falling away.
I see the same happiness and joy, but the emptiness is missing.
It has been replaced by hope.
For even though the road may seem dark there is light at the end.

God the road is rocky.
And it will be tough.
But I am tired of putting my trust in my understanding and not in yours.
I'm ready to follow where you lead me unlike I did before.
For one path leads to a bitter end.
And the other is only a prologue to your real beginning.

Author's Note

Sorry I haven't posted anything for a while! Life has been super busy! Hope you all enjoy this!

Reviews

[~*~Peace Keeper~*~]

Very beautiful, I have this struggle still, especially since we got news we might have to move far away. But I think I have peace about it now, for I do know God leads us to places and people in order for us to help those around us. I can understand the part about us wanting adventure but not taking it. When we follow God, He does not keep us on the path where we feel comfortable, He puts us in places where we are tested and grow stronger in Him and where we can help others. This is what I have to keep reminding myself day in and day out so I am not fearful but hopeful that God has a plan for us and He will help us through.

Great Job

[Erik Daniel]

Thank you so much!

[~*~Peace Keeper~*~]

You're welcome

[Sami Khalil]

"I take that step of faith and I walk on the water.
At first I feel amazing.
But then I get scared and slowly sink.
And I return to the safety of the boat.
Ye of little faith."

Powerful...

[Erik Daniel]

Thanks Sami! Always love seeing your reviews! Hearing good things from such an amazing writer always boosts my confidence! God bless!

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Same feelings here....You are welcome...:).......

[KWP]

I like it until so much until the last stanza... why would you out trust in anyone other than yourself ... yes... once you know YOURSELF you know that god has been with you all along even when you make mistakes, god does not care if mistakes are made, that is how we learn and gain strength to move forward, one path will only lead to a bitter end .... only if you so choose... to follow blindly is not what god wants, god wants you to know the eternal truths and they reside inside you xx ...

[Madalyn Beck]

This is fantastic Erik! Seriously, you and I are on similar wavelengths right now! You did a spectacular job adding in the concept of Jesus and his disciples as well. You've made me think, and now, I need to go pray more for God's guidance. Thank you so very much for sharing!! xo :)

[Erik Daniel]

Your welcome! Thank you for sharing yours! Sometimes it is so hard to hear his voice when you most need it! I will definitley be praying for you!

[Sami Khalil]

"God I'm tired of this fear this doubt that has a hold of me.
It's time for me to make up my mind.

I've come to a fork in my path now.
One road is narrow.
And the other is fat.
One road is bright.
And the other is dimly lit;
as if only being lit by a lamp."

I love the dialogue type work here between the narrator and humans and also with God. You have chosen the path of God as He will bless you along the journey. Coming from a different faith but I appreciate people who love God and fear him in reverence and walk the righteous path. Not easy but can be done...Pen on...:)..........

[Erik Daniel]

Thank you so much Sami!

[Sami Khalil]

My pleasure. Any time...:).....................

[Shaquana Adams]

Nice depiction! I always enjoy your writings! Great poem :)

[Erik Daniel]

Thank you so much!

[Tina Louise UK]

Heartfelt piece hun...well expressed :) x

[Erik Daniel]

Thank you so much Tia!

[song writer]

I love the way you describe the different paths though it is hard I'm glad you are on the right one.

[Erik Daniel]

Thank you!

[A. Amos]

Bro you will be surprise, I was missing you and was also concern about your mind and safety. Great to see you back and with wonderful write. Its not easy to choose the right path as devil is always standing right at the corner with our bad habbits. It takes a second to slip and your word of glory is again a blessing and strength for everyone who try to be on right side. Keep up the good work and God bless you.

[Erik Daniel]

Thank you so much man! Missed you too!