I saw two figures clothed in white;
They both approached me in the mid of night.
Deception stood left and Truth to the right.
I pondered the meaning of this amazing sight!
Deception came forward and began to speak;
He said “I’m the answer that you seek."
He carried a box full of beautiful treasure.
He promised me a life filled with comfort and pleasure.
Though the words he spoke were free of pain;
They crippled my emotions and made me lame.
He meant me evil instead of good.
He hid dark motives behind a white hood.
He twisted the scriptures while using God’s name.
He abused God’s word for personal gain.
His evil ways bought bondage and debt.
He made God’s word of no effect.
His words were full of deceiving charm;
Like a bomb they exploded and caused much harm!
His words produced death and sorrow;
They provided false hope for today and tomorrow!
Then Truth came forth with a drawn sword!
He said “I bring you the word of the Lord."
I cringed at the weapon that He held in His hand.
I didn’t understand His purpose and plan!
This weapon produces life thru death.
It's sharper than the knife of a gourmet chef!
As the sword of Truth pierce the hearts of men,
It destroys the root and the cords of sin!
The words Truth spoke were not in vain.
At first I felt discomfort and frequent pain;
But His words bought healing! My life was changed!
No longer was I emotionally lame!
His words provide me with true answers.
His words destroyed my spiritual cancer.
His words are filled with His love and concern.
His words are compassionate, wise, and firm.
His words provide joy and peace.
His words is like an elaborate feast.
His words give strength where I am weak.
His words bring victory instead of defeat.
Deception usually feels pleasant and nice.
Most follow its path without thinking twice.
Deception runs rampant in the church and the earth.
Truth it seems has lost its worth.
Truth extends His hand to all.
Only Truth can lift us when we fall.
Sadly, Truth is received by only a few
Because Truth is a narrow avenue!
Deception and truth can look so alike;
Wrong will many times look like it's right!
False and truth can be hard to discern.
It’s through painful lessons that many will learn.
Be careful that you are not deceived!
Remember what happened to Adam and Eve.
They were placed in the garden; they made a wrong choice.
Will you obey God or Satan’s voice?
His servant,
Sandra G. Williams
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