Haiku for refining
God's messenger comes,
sent to make ready the way;
clearing obstacles.
The Lord whom you seek
will arrive without warning;
make yourselves ready.
He comes to make real
the ancient covenant, made
between God and us.
Not many can stand
before the Lord; not many
will be judged righteous.
Like refining fire
and soap turning wool to felt,
the Lord transforms us.
Like gold and silver
we all need to be refined;
purify us, God.
We must bring ourselves
as a righteous offering,
pleasing to the Lord.
© Ken Rookes 2024
