The Enchiridion of Poetic Grace

We are not saved, strengthened, or sustained by our own reasoning

or effort, but by God’s grace through faith in Christ.

Upheld by Grace Not By My Strength

The soul is not its own defense,
Though reason tries to build a wall.
Yet faith receives, through providence,
A strength beyond the self-made call.

O let your help be heaven-born,
Your strength not drawn from self alone.
For those who lean on Christ, though worn,
Will stand upheld before the throne.

Proverbs 3:5 (“Lean not on your own understanding”)

Critique the limitations of human logic as spiritual armor.

—faith receiving what reason cannot summon—

2 Corinthians 12:9“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”

Jude 1:24“To Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you blameless…”

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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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