The size of a mustard seed

Haiku for the faithful

Increase our faith, Lord,

the apostles requested.

A silly question.

What’s the point of faith,

however big or tiny,

unless it is used.

You don’t need much faith,

a mustard seed will suffice.

Just put it to use.

Even a schoolgirl

can make a real difference;

faith joined with courage.

Do not reward us

for doing what’s expected.

We do what we must.

We are worthless slaves.

We owe God everything;

thanks are not required.

What to do with faith?

Love, forgive, build justice, peace;

welcome the kingdom.

Look deeply within;

see the faith already there,

ready to wake up.

© Ken Rookes 2019