Poetry by Eliazar

Held Captive
I know I’ve been distracted.
Some of my thoughts have taken me captive.
But I’m lost
and I don’t understand [how] it happens.
Father, show me the way.
I’ve gone ashamed in many ways that I’ve acted.
I need spiritual growth.
Could you give me hope
that I can stick it to my throat
and express a debt to be loved on such a lyrical note?
But can I cope?
Do I have to try before my life’s [is] choked?
I know I shouldn’t live in fear because I know that you’re near, but
sometimes I’ve had to shed tears just to water my roots.
I’m fighting to stand upon this mansion that was and was my faith.
Even though it’s so big, I’m still trying not to fall through the roof.
I let myself be [neglected] and even wet because of the places I slept.
He protected me, guided me through every step.
I’ve been enduring so much, I’m trying to focus on the things that I’m missing.
Lord, have mercy on my soul and everything that you witnessed.
I went from beating addiction, I’m sitting in prison.
You gave your life for my redemption, I believe I’m forgiven.
I pray to be humble, take control of my life.
Please protect my family, they just want to survive.
Times are getting hard, but I’m going to be alright.
Even though I don’t like the dark, so keep on showing the light.
Patience is the key when you’re living by faith.
Got that seed in my heart, sometimes I don’t want to wait.
Man can’t live off bread alone, I keep the word on my plate.
With you I’m safe, and life is dangerous in this world full of hate.
Healing and captivation, you provided a way,
for that I say,
I could find grace.