THE DEVIL WITHIN

I’m almost picturesque perfect

The epitome of innocence

Second to Virgin Mary

Daily I struggle

Within me there is mystery

Within me resides the devil!

I was taught compassion

Yet I stand aloof

My thoughts do not stray

They linger on me

I could not think of another

The devil glimpses from within!

I know right from wrong

Yet I desire wrong

For the thrill it evokes

For the satisfaction I receive

The devil knocks within!

Peace is around me

I am bent for war

To conquer the weak

To glorify my name

The devil takes control within!

I distinguish truth from lies

I prosper on lies

To hurt people

To bring pain

To bring me joy

The devil rests within!

I was taught forgiveness,

I thrive on punishment

To cause terror

To seek vengeance

The devil smiles within!

I encounter courtship

My body craves seduction

For my fulfillment

To do away with complications

The devil within laughs!

I am shown love

My heart denies the emotion

For the weakness it brings

For the control it breaks

The devil holds my heart!

I am given life

I choose death

To do away with my enemy

To control destinies

To have the power

The devil rules within me!

A saint I seem

The devil within me calls

Outwards I remain calm

I respond when it suits me

My destiny is already here!