Ambition
This is a poem that I originally wrote in November 2019 as a companion to an article I had written for Rooted. I had recently finished reading Jamie Smith’s book On the Road with St. Augustine: A Real-World Spirituality for Restless Hearts and was particularly inspired by his chapter on ambition — how Augustine’s ambition had to be refined by a new telos or purpose: friendship with God. I hope it benefits you as you reflect on your own calling and ambition in this life.
The gift that cannot be lost Joy sustained despite the cost Spending and straining Reaching and gaining Vigor expended for you Insatiable, the will to dominate Craving deeply, go generate Looks and praise Capture, amaze Formless, faceless mobs Incessant game, fated to play Aim low, undo, lose the day Slowly try Changing why Savor a peace ever longed for Fire kindling a new lit source Love’s rest propels a goodly course Excel, aspire Receive, admire The free wild of the Beloved
Moment-By-Moment 