Jacob/Israel
I wrote this poem over 12 years ago, but never presented it here.
I think this is a good time.
Th'eternal war I daily wage
Defending right with fists of rage
And though I take it on the chin
I will not let the Devil win
My actions sometimes contradict
My moral leanings, somewhat strict
But still I fight amid the din
I will not let the Devil win
And there are days, I must confess
When I give in and acquiesce
But I start over and begin
I will not let the Devil win
This endless battle rages on
My victories I build upon
While evil lives within my skin
I will not let the Devil win
'Though pain may crush me from within
And feel myself awash with sin
I will not let the Devil win
I will not let the Devil win