Must Believe in Something
It’s vital to know, the stakes I conceive
Are heaven or hell, nothing or rebirth
But how can I know when I must believe?
Denying existence is not naïve
I credit my mind with too much worth
It’s vital to know, the stakes I conceive
Eternity is the gamble: perceive
Do our soul’s leave when our bodies meet earth?
But how can I know when I must believe?
Do not let the expression “proof” deceive
We cannot escape present thoughts, our girth
It’s vital to know, the stakes I conceive:
Rebirth reoccurs, Hell you cannot leave
Nothingness persists; so does heaven’s mirth
But how can I know when I must believe?
Certainty is something none can achieve
So I choose with high stakes and data dearth
It’s vital to know, the stakes I conceive:
But how can I know when I must believe?
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I love writing, and not just poetry. I write essays, short stories, and news articles as well. You can find me on FictionPress with the same username. As a Christian, I've really appreciated the faith I see in other poets here. I also really appreciate the "fate" button.
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