shame

insidious accusations
a crippling voice
coming from the shadows
hiding in the darkness

watch out for shame
it is a thief
a rogue
knowing just when to pounce

just when to
knock
the air out of you
when to make you
want to slide into oblivion

but wait

here comes a bold figure
his name is Truth
he catches you
as you are sliding
he props you on your feet

be strong he says
resist the lie

clarity comes on Truth's heels
with clarity comes light
and strength to stand

shame slinks away
exposed again

"...Receive into your hearts all My words...." Ezekiel 3:10

"...Your word is truth." John 17:17

"And you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free." John 8:32