Monday, June 15, 2020

The teacher instructs


Haiku for disciples

The teacher instructs
his followers; they will shape
their lives upon his.

The teacher directs
her disciples; live like me,
they’ll treat you the same.

Do not be afraid.
Truth will come out at the end.
Simply be faithful.

Proclaim it loudly
from the rooftops, what you hear
from me in whispers.

You are of great worth
to God. Should they take your life
God will receive you.

I bring division.
There is much they will not hear,
much that will offend.

You must take it up;
the cross that says servanthood.
Shrink not from its shame.

You would find your life?
Lose it with me. Discover
the life that is true.


© Ken Rookes

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