Haiku of preparation
The Baptiser warns
the crowds who come to hear him.
It is time, repent!
This brood of vipers
come out of fear, to escape
the coming judgement.
Produce in your hearts
and in your deeds, fruits worthy
of your repentance.
Don’t trust in your race
or that you are one of God’s
privileged people.
Share your possessions,
be honest, deal fairly, don’t
abuse your power.
They asked John, Are you
the one who God is sending?
I am not the one.
Not I, but one comes
who will set your souls on fire.
This is my good news.
© Ken Rookes 2021
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