Haiku responding to Colossians 1:1-14
Paul, the apostle
writes letters to encourage,
building up the saints.
Grace to you, and peace
from God the Father. We can
almost feel the smile.
Celebrating faith,
affirming the people's love,
along with their hope.
You received the word
of truth, the gospel of life;
it is bearing fruit.
The gospel bore fruit
among you, from the first day
you heard of its grace.
We heard of your love
and keep praying for you, that
you will know wisdom.
May you be made strong,
filled with power, enduring
with patience and joy.
The darkness power
is dismissed, we're living in
the kingdom of Christ.
The inheritance
of the saints is light. It's yours;
live in light's kingdom.
© Ken Rookes 2025
