How deep, how true is our heart’s desire,
To walk in the path of refining fire?
Positionally sealed, in Christ, I stand,
Righteous before God by His guiding hand.
Through Jesus, my Advocate, sins are erased,
My atonement secured, by His mercy embraced.
Judgment day holds no fear, no dread,
For the Spirit indwells where faith has led.
But what of today, in the practical sense?
Am I striving for holiness, living immense?
Do my choices reflect the Savior I claim,
Or do fleeting treasures diminish His name?
Step by step on this earthly trail,
Do I cling to God’s Word, or let comforts prevail?
Am I led by His Spirit, yielding each thought,
Or entangled by desires that holiness fought?
“Pray without ceasing”, the call resounds,
Captive each thought, where His grace abounds.
To seek His kingdom, above all, I strive,
Though efforts may falter, His love keeps me alive.
Holiness calls for an earnest, willing heart,
To live set apart, in God’s work take part.
Not perfect, but willing, His will to pursue,
For grace is abundant, and His mercies renew.
So, how invested are we, you and I,
In a life that exalts the Lord Most High?
Let us strive, step by step, in faith to ascend,
Till we meet our Savior, at journey’s end.
Striving for Holiness
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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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