Aren’t they time thieves,

Which give sincere assignments?

And when you’re done and dusted,

The real work had been abandoned

Harmless had become harmful

And realities discovered so late:

How that there’s time for everything;

And it waits for no man

Aren’t they destiny robbers?

Yea, tricksters-of-worth;

Who entice with many prospects

But in the end deplete a man

Bit by bit, little by little; till all is gone

And all the victim is left with?

Just a little space,

For Samsonic revenge

Aren’t they purpose fighters;

Which come in sheep’s clothing

To mislead the unsuspecting?

Indeed, to derail the inexperienced!

Some may get lost forever!

Drowning in the ocean of distractions!

O pilgrim beware of these foxes

Little, big, little, big foxes

They lead to a falling away…

That’s why He says to watch –

Unwavering focus with resolution

For they lay everywhere disguised;

Waiting like thorns to puncture…

Get discernment and wisdom! He orders

Even more than the serpent

That’s how to snuff out regret;

And avoid had-i-known

Ogaga Eruteya is a Christian minister, writer, poet and speaker from Nigeria. He writes on Faith, Personal Development, Youth Development, and Life Realities. Read more of his writings and learn more about him at www.faithandliving.com