The Battle Within

The battle within is the hardest I've known,

Where my mind’s power can make me feel alone.

Countless thoughts race through my mind,

Past events and present struggles entwined.

These memories weaken my faith's foundation,

Feeding a false belief system's creation.

This internal fight is the most real of all,

Fighting daily to not let my spirit fall.

Casting down thoughts that cripple my way,

Fighting to keep my mind on Jesus each day.

Remembering God's promises, His Word I meditate,

While my mind recalls things that my faith berate.

Fighting to keep the old self dead,

Though a million reasons want it fed.

Yet, one reason to keep the old self slain,

Jesus is the name, breaking every chain.

In a boxing ring, wrestling within,

Determined to let the internal fight win.

Some days are tougher, but I press on,

Battling appetites with past memories drawn.

Living waters flow best without block,

Why is this fight a constant clock?

Daily choosing self, God, or the foe,

I choose to fight, despite the ebb and flow.

This challenge is great, the battle fierce,

But with Jesus, every stronghold pierced.

Fighting internal battles with His might,

Choosing God each day, in His light.