Oh! Stubborn Self
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Oh! Stubborn Self
by J. Randal Matheny © 2012
The heart is laced with hard desire,
Against the goad, the will of God—
Oh! stubborn self, oh! stone of rebellion!
That grinds underfoot the grace of heaven.
Then must I tire of mad denials,
Surrender the serpent's ready delusions;
Else portals of pearl will hold no appeal,
Nor crowns nor thrones will I crave below.
Burn, burn all dross and bathe me in purity,
Come purge my soul of putrid intentions;
Melt all resistance and end my flailings,
Bring light and love to this barren life.
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