Let these few words recount what I have done,
As a thief I lied, failed in my pride.
Yet, knowing Christ, my soul unbound, all sins erased.
I stumbled and fell, my spirit unwell.
Yet, none can enslave those that are free.
In shame I walked, of desires I talked.
Yet with fists and faith all foes dismayed.
I betrayed God, yet again—the devil did grin.
Yet beneath my heel the slanderer’s head will bow.
I laid prostrate before the throne, unworthy of a crown.
Yet My Lord, in purple robes arrayed, declared my victory—
His knelt to raise me high, and in forgiveness I
was given grace through faith, eternal praise!
Peace restored where sorrows cease.
Yet I stumble and fall each day. At night in mourning, I pray.
In Jesus I wake in joy, eternal gain!
when it is my time to die, I will not protest nor cry,
At dawn, I will rise, in joy and robes of white,
To be led by angels to new life, free from sins and strife,
to walk through gates as heaven touches my face,
through gardens, cleansed of stain, past sins and sorrow’s pain—
All praise to my Lord and My God through eternity!
Testimony
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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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