The sword of truth glistened in his hands
Like a lighthouse shining brightly in a storm
Thirsty to cut through the layers of lies and deceit
That could no longer remain hidden out of sight
The time of reckoning that many had feared
Was now all too perilously close at hand
Sides had to be chosen; a line drawn in the sand
Walk on the path of righteousness; or onto barren land
All that glitters is not gold, fame fleeting and disloyal
True riches lie within; and to the victor go the spoils
Temptation is an ugly beast; she eats your flesh
Each time you stray
But strength of spirit and inner knowing
Is freely given to all that pray
Stand before the sword of truth
Let it see inside your heart
Let it decide if your soul's worth saving
Or should it be judged - cut apart
None are perfect or expected
Saints and sinners stray alike
But have you tried as best you can
To live not in darkness; but in light?
The sword of truth an Angel wields
The time of judgment close at hand
Look inside and then this question
Answer truthfully I command
Is your soul a soul worth saving?
If it is all well and good
If it's not;
Then heed this warning I now speak
"Time is short and very fleeting
Lies and deceit on record stay
So if you chose the path of shadows
Expect to find me in your way"
I once showed mercy and compassion
So none changed or even tried
Self pity and excuses are all that's offered
From the likes of those who've often lied
So none now is ever offered
Yet words of caution still I give
It's up to you to heed my warning
And think about how you choose to live
(C) Charles Anthony McFaulds
