With God’s Help

With God’s Help

I walk through fire, not by choice,
But still, I lift a trembling voice.
For though the pain cuts deep and wide,
I know my Lord walks by my side.

I do not crave the storm or flame,
Nor do I welcome fear or shame.
Yet in the heat, I see so clear—
My weakness, and God’s presence near.

Not just escape, but growth I seek,
To find His strength when I am weak.
For trials peel my pride away,
And show me how I need to pray.

Like Paul who pleaded, “Take it, Lord!”
Yet found instead a deeper sword—
A grace sufficient, fierce and bright,
That turned his darkness into light.

So I will not despise the pain,
Though tears may fall like steady rain.
For in the fire, I’m made like gold—
Refined, renewed, and gently bold.

I hate the ache, the fear, the fight,
But love my God with all my might.
So joy will rise, not from the ease,
But from the One who hears my pleas.

He clothes me in His boundless grace,
He lifts me up in His embrace.
And by His power, I will stand—
A vessel molded by His hand.

No grumbling heart, no bitter song,
But praise to Him who makes me strong.
In rain or shine, through loss or gain,
I’ll worship God through joy and pain.

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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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