Tug of War

Lately I keep thinking about the way I’m living

And how I can’t stop sinning

How You will only accept my all

And you’ll get it even if it means I have to fall

I don’t want to give You control

But only You can bring peace to my soul

 

I’m so back and forth, back and forth

Just like a tug of war

 

You really want me to forgive that girl!?

Don’t make me hurl

You really want me to give up my addictions!?

You really want me to live under new conditions!?

You keep telling me not to be bitter

But my heart is as cold as the winter

You keep saying it’s time for change

But I’m scared you’re going to leave me to hang

 

You took my eyes to redirect

Because my line of sight was misdirect

You stripped me down to nothing

And now You say you’re going to make something

I know your Son shed his blood on that cross

But I need You to show me what’s really at loss

Because I can’t stop doing what I’m doing

Unless You show me something worth pursuing

 

I keep trying to find a substitute for your grace

And I feel like I’m spitting in your face

When You ask for change I say I can’t

But then You say I can

You took everything away so now it’s just You and I

Well I need You to open my eyes so I’m no longer blind

I hate that every day I’m grieving your heart

But what I need is a brand new start

 

I’m so back and forth, back and forth

Like a tug of war

 

So if it’s true Father

That You can take me farther

If it’s true You give rest to the weary

If it’s true You can repair me

Then no more back and forth

I am yours!

Reviews

[Falling Leaf.]

I have trouble reading rhyming poetry, it's hard for me to like it, regardless of the writer. Send me a request of something non-rhyming that you'd like reviews on, however.

[Gee]

Why would that be Miss Leaf???

[Falling Leaf.]

Not sure, they just don't sit well with me, feels like the words aren't natural because you have to manipulate them so that they rhyme, I like boundless poetry.

[Gee]

Ah,well that's me knackered for reviews from your good self.Due to my lack of interest at school I can only manage simple rhyming verse,and unlike many on here struggle with all things intellectual.If ever you feel like scraping the bottom of the poetry barrel pop over and have a look,you never know you might even find one amongst all of the dross that you like,(doubtful)I can recommend True Love(very short) or A mother's passing(a little longer)
Have a good evening.

[Falling Leaf.]

Don't be hard on yourself, I don't mean that rhyming poetry is bad, I just have little taste for it, I'm sure you're quite talented.

[Gee]

Oh no,talented,me,same sentence,NEVER

[Falling Leaf.]

Well, see now, you manipulative thing, I have to head on over to your profile and prove you wrong! :)

[Gee]

Take with you no expectations!

[Riley Justine]

This is a very powerful poem. It also is very well written and has an easy flow. Once again, you did an amazing job and you never cease to amaze me.

[MomzillaNC]

Your message is clear: Change is hard. But, He will change your heart, and give you transcendent peace and will walk with you through all your struggles -- you'll never again go alone through them. The promise is not that struggle will be taken away, but that you will gain strength and peace through your walk with Him.

[DoormanDan]

I love how you used certain things like ?! and ! to add to the power of the poem. You wrote this beautifully! :)

[willweb]

Life is filled with these contests of who we are and how we should act. Follow your heart and it will lead you where you belong. Very nicely penned.

[Matching Socks]

It's good to stay positive and believe in something.
I like the strength of this character.

[Leslie Philibert]

Good write, although I would try to get the line length constant, that`s normal in rhymed poetry

[Dannyisawriter]

Yeah I know, but some reason I had a hard time keeping the lines consistent on this one.

[Cool Girl]

This is great! I love the ending:) Nicely penned!

[Dannyisawriter]

Thanks!!!!!!!!! :)

[Cool Girl]

Welcome!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)