What Do You Want?

What Do You Want?

What do you want, O soul that seeks,
A fleeting joy, or truth that speaks?
Faith is the key, the path, the light,
Yet it must align with God’s delight.

We ask, we plead, with hearts confined,
By earthly treasures, hopes designed.
But Christ has taught us where to start—
Seek heaven’s kingdom, set your heart.

To want our will before His own,
Is folly dressed in prideful tone.
For holiness must first take place,
Before we bask in mercy’s grace.

Do you treasure what moths consume,
Or what endures beyond the tomb?
Where your treasure is, your heart dwells,
So choose the path where heaven swells.

Align desire with God’s decree,
His wisdom shapes eternity.
For what we want may fade away,
But His perfect will will always stay.

So what do you want? Pause, reflect.
Seek first the kingdom, then expect
That mercy, wisdom, love, and peace
Will grant your soul its sweet release.

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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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