Haiku responding to Phil 4:1-9
Therefore, my sisters,
my brothers whom I long for,
stand firm in the Lord.
You leading women,
agree and work together;
you others, help them!
My coworkers, how
we struggled for the gospel!
God's book holds your names.
Rejoice in the Lord!
There is much to celebrate,
so rejoice always.
The Lord has come near.
Let all see your gentleness;
do not be anxious.
Pray with thanksgiving,
make your requests known to God;
God's peace will guard you.
Whatever is true,
of honour, just, pure, pleasing;
think about these things.
Commendable things,
excellent, worthy of praise;
dwell on these things, too.
What I have taught you
in words and deeds, do these things;
God will give you peace.
© Ken Rookes 2026
