Will and Spirit

They can do no more to you
Than what you allow them to
They can go no further with you
Than where you allow them to go.

Temptations abound
But no one can force you to yield
Evil is all around
But no one can force you to join its field.

Trials and tribulations are certain
But no one can force you to succumb to them
They are only placed in our midst
To give us the opportunity to overcome them.

Success and victory awaits
For those who possess endurance
A sweet, mellow, reassuring reward awaits
For those with healthy, proper persistence.

Negative thoughts arise
To test the will of the faithful
Negative people will try to instill a frown
To attempt them to compromise their principle.

If the will is strong
The unrighteous will flee
If the soul is steadfast and diligent
It is already naturally free.