Christian poem 'In My Weakness' by Magdalena Rodriguez (Christart.com)

In My Weakness
by Magdalena Rodriguez © 2006

Blackness surrounds my soul
Turmoil wrestles my heart
Sadness engulfs my being
This heaviness tears me apart.

My mind tumbles with thoughts
Of leaving this all behind
Strength I do not have
To fight the enemy this time.

This cycle of spiritual death
When does it ever end?
I thought I finally conquered
Bound I am again.

This battle surrendered unwillingly
I've lost this fight once more
My spirit no longer ignited
The flames extinguished, Oh Lord.

Wearily I reach out to you, God
Despite the emptiness I feel
Darkness surrounds my life
My joy it managed to steal.

Lord, where do I go from here?
For I've failed you once again
I don't want to be a failure
And return to a life of sin.

Consume me! Holy Spirit
Bring light upon my soul
Pour your strength within me
And clothe me with your robe.

Shelter me from the enemy
To YOU I cry, My Lord.
Carry me through this battle
As you've done for me before.

Forgive me for my weakness
My faith has withered some
I love you with all my heart
Please help me overcome!

"Come to me in your weakness
For in your strength you die
My life I gave for you
To restore you back to life.

Rest in me, My daughter
Once AGAIN take hold of me!
Even through this battle
I will bring you victory.

A purpose I have given
The enemy knows the plan
I'll give you all the weapons
To fight and firmly stand.

This walk will not be easy
You need to seek MY face!
When your spirit becomes weary
Come, My Strength, embrace!"

Thank you Lord, for your faithfulness
Your mercies and your grace
Your love is never ending
In My weakness, YOUR hands, I place.

Please contact Magdalena Rodriguez at "reignsforeverjesus@yahoo.com" to request permission to use this poem.