Abyss of My Heart

“Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God.” 2Corinthians 3:5 of the King James Bible Abyss of my heart does crave for contentment bliss Bestowed only by the gracious Almighty Source… Yes, I yearn for God’s grace to fill this vacuum Surely He can suffice and satisfy so well Since His loving goodness steadfastly settles me. Oh, my heart-mended chasm echoes thanksgiving praise Freely offered to Christ Who grants forgiveness’ peace. My heart seeks the Saviour for His approval nod Yet admits selfishness, confessing sinfulness. Here is my innermost, exposing depths of heart Earnestly praying with faith strength for wise guidance Aware that I do need the Lord’s omniscient eyes Readily searching pure motives midst intents’ blight Trying and testing them toward triumphant toils. December 13, 2021 Acrostic with alliteration and modified Alexandrine (12 syllables per line checked with PS Syllable Counter) 1st place, " 'A' Forms, New Poems, 10 or more lines" Poetry Writing Contest Sponsored by Constance La France; judged on 12/22/2021.