Temptation

Its allure captivating
Its effect devastating
No one is immune
Such a seductive tune
A fragrant perfume
That will only spell doom.

Hidden in plain sight
Waiting until the time is right
No regard for station in life
At peace or during strife
Only needing the slightest crack
Suddenly, there is an innocent attack.

How quickly our lives become a mess
Until we turn truly, confess.
Throughout this life its power unbound
Until in Christ new life, you have found.
How will you respond when face-to-face?
Will you succumb or call for Grace?


As God Speaks
Patrick Levi Whiteley
July 24, 2010