Eternity with God

In shadows deep, when in death we sleep,
this thief steals what’s held so dear.
Yet, in the night, our hope takes flight,
For Jesus, our Redeemer is always near.

Grief it brings, and fear it sings,
When death’s cold touch is all we feel.
God, our strength, will go to any length,
To bring us joy that’s true and real.

Judgment’s shadow is cast, the die is cast,
As death looms over, tall and wide.
Yet God, our light, in radiance bright,
Guides us through to the other side.

Hollow we stand, holding empty hands,
As loved ones slip beyond our sight.
But Jesus, our defender, in arms so tender,
Wraps us in comfort, pure and bright.

Life’s fragile thread, a whispered dread,
Death’s reminder echoes through our core.
God, we, in his image cast, in love so vast,
Gives us a purpose that lasts forevermore.

Time doesn’t set us free, all we thought we’d be
The dreams, the hopes, and the plans go untold.
Yet God, sets Time in its place, in boundless grace,
Eternity unveils a future yet to unfold.

Midst death’s cruel reign, a flicker remains,
God’s love is pure, steadfast, and sure.
For Jesus, on our side, with arms open wide,
Offers redemption, forever secure.

As we pass the breath we draw will be our last,
As earthly veils are shed, we transcend.
Jesus, as our Savior alone, will guide us home,
Where our souls find the peace that knows no end.

So, in death or in life’s consuming strife,
Remember the truth that forever prevails.
Jesus, our Redeemer, sins release, brings us peace,
In Him, our souls find the grace that never fails.

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About the Author: Sarah B. Royal

Sarah B. Royal’s writing defies convention. Her poetry and prose traverse the boundaries between structure and spontaneity, often weaving together philosophical inquiry, cultural reflection, and personal narrative. With a background in experimental literature, she is known for crafting works that challenge readers to engage intellectually and emotionally.

Her acclaimed palindrome performance play, 777 – A Story of Idol Worship and Murder, showcases her fascination with mirrored storytelling and thematic symmetry. In o x ∞ = ♥: The Poet and The Mathematician, Royal explores the intersection of poetic intuition and mathematical logic, revealing a unique voice that is both analytical and lyrical.

Royal’s collections—such as Lost in the Lost and Found, Haiku For You, Lantern and Tanka Too, and the WoPoLi Chapbook Series—highlight her commitment to neurodivergent expression and poetic experimentation. Whether through childhood verse or contemporary fusion poetry, her work invites readers into a world where language is both a tool and a playground.

Sarah B. Royal continues to expand the possibilities of poetic form, offering readers a deeply personal yet universally resonant experience. Her writing is a testament to the power of creative risk, intellectual depth, and emotional authenticity.

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