Oh, to hear the stories that Christians tell
  Of Satan, fire, death and hell
Of demons that torture night and day
  Of pain and suffering along the way.

They say these things are meant to be
  For only those who just won't see
The other choice, the ONE above
  The God of Peace and Hope and Love.

Now what if I choose Satan's way
  To live my life from day to day
Just let myself have loads of fun
  Now how much harm could I have done?

First I could just go hang around
  In the darker parts of town
Or lie or steal or cuss and drink
  It doesn't matter what people think.

And what's a little cheating now and then?
  Everyone does it; it's not such a sin.
I only want what I deserve
  So to have my way, who do I serve?

You say this Christ, He died for me?
  He paid the price to set me free?
He willingly laid down His life
  To save me from all sin and strife?

He took my cross and carried it
  To keep me from the fiery pit
He took away all sin and shame
  And laid it on His Precious Name.

Now why would Jesus care for me
  So much he'd hang there on that tree?
He's given all that He can give
  To offer Life and let me live.

I guess my choice is finally clear
  I'll serve my God while I am here
I'll love Him every day I live
  I'll give Him all I've got to give.

I know He knows what's best for me
  For He can see things I can't see
I'll trust Him each and every day
  For every step along the way.

The choice is clear -- God's way is best
  For, Satan, you have failed the test.
You're doomed already, by the Book
  God's already said it. Take a look!

And Satan, you can't have my heart
  For Jesus lives there; he won't part
And just to let you know who's boss
  Just look at that ol' rugged cross.

For that ol' cross, you'll find it bare
  For Jesus is no longer there
Death can't keep him in the grave
  Freedom over death, He gave.

I'll have eternity to praise His Name
  I'll know I'll never be the same
Since Christ has set me free from sin
  And sent His Holy Spirit to dwell within.

So let me share my song with you
  And tell you what my God can do
He'll give you peace and joy inside
  And from your fears, you'll never hide.

For all victory is yours, in Jesus' Name
  And you will never be the same
Let Jesus in and take His hand
  You'll be on your way to the Promise Land....

By Shirley Gutierrez