The poem “Abhorring What is Evil” (inspired by Romans 12:9) condemns evil as a deceptive, corrupting force that spreads lies and destruction. It urges readers to reject evil’s temptations with resolve, embracing virtue, truth, and love instead. By actively opposing evil and upholding righteousness, one can live freely in divine light.

Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good.— Romans 12:9 (ESV)

In shadows deep, where evil dwells,
A serpent’s hiss, a tolling knell,
Its whispered lies, like poison spread,
Corrupt the heart, defile the head.

Abhor the dark, its cunning wiles,
The twisted greed, the venomous guiles.
It cloaks itself in fleeting gain,
But leaves behind a wretched stain.

With steadfast heart, reject its call,
Let virtue stand, unyielding, tall.
For evil thrives where silence grows,
And festers in the soul’s repose.

Cast out its shade with righteous flame,
Condemn its deeds, expose its shame.
Hold fast to truth, let love abide,
And turn from wrong with holy pride.

For in the fight to spurn what’s vile,
We carve a path to the divine.
Abhorring evil, we are free,
To live in light, eternally.