Every Time

Every time that sin wants its due

Every time the Devil roars

and lunges at you

Every time the self pushes through

and demands to be

first in line for your time

dominant in your mind

Then –

Bend every muscle of the will

Send every impulse of love to the Savior

Fend off every evil and malicious thought

and Let God rend your heart 

God, 

I want to do well.  I want to one day hear the words, "Well done..." when I at last leave this earth.  But sin, also wants to dominate.  Self-will wants to control.  The  blackness of  my own heart is bad enough when left to its own devices.  Thus, I am totally without any recourse against all of this.  Except through the blood of Jesus, the indwelling and conquering power of the Holy Spirit, and the love of my Abba Father.  Thank you.

In Your holy name ~ Amen.