Bet on God

I just bet God and once again He won,
no sooner had I placed my bet, than there
He showed His chips and cards, the game was done,
God never loses in the game of prayer.

Best not to pray, best not to play His game,
unless you want to lose the game you’re in,
remember that not every game’s the same,
He wins at prayer, you think you win at sin.

How do I play a game that’s more like war?
How long a game of war can I abide?
Like any game, I know both sides keep score,
yet I can win with God on the same side.

Like Pascal's bet, the game I want to ace
is Yours, O Lord, of mercy, love and grace.

                     by Pete Voelz     2/1/15