A Dose of Humility
He beat upon his breast
As he fell to the ground
Mumbled words escaping
Heart's pain formed into sound
“Please…Forgive me, oh Lord
I am so full of sin
This wretched game of life
Alone…I cannot win
I’ve cheated; I’ve lusted
I’ve inflicted abuse
Dear God…I clearly see
To you…I’m of no use
“Forgive... God…oh, forgive…”
His beard soaked up his tears
As gut wrenching sob
Gave voice to all his fears
The “righteous” man just watched
His pride filling the place
“I thank God, heaven’s light
Is shining on MY face.
Lord, you know my good deeds
I help the poor needy
I gladly give my tithe
For Lord, I’m not greedy
Oh Lord, I’m not like him
That poor man on his knees
I’m glad I can stand tall
For I live YOU to please.”
On that sinner not “saint”
The good Lord’s blessing fell
He needed a Savior
To taste heaven not hell
The other felt holy
Justified in his eyes
But the Bible is clear
He was deluded with lies
A lesson comes to us
About the sin of pride
For those who are humble
Have a place by God’s side
Be gracious and giving
Remember your true place
It’s the humble of heart
Who will see God’s dear face.
Eileen Manassian Ghali
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