Christ Arose
Of all the plethora of Easter thrills
The empty tomb always gives me chills
To think that Jesus rose from the dead
Unfathomable, but takes away our dread,
Reminding us that life goes on after death
That living in Christ sets us eternally free
After leaving this world, I’ll still be me,
Because I have everlasting life in Him
“Christ Arose” – I love to sing that hymn!
For some, Easter is a time for new frills
Seldom thinking of who has paid the bills
For our sin, He the Via Dolorosa tread
On the cross, He the supreme penalty bled
Reminding us that life goes on after death
“Oh, Lamb of God,” how can it be? --
That morning, at the tomb, Satan did flee
At Calvary, when we thought it all so grim
There, at the tomb, found our hope in Him.
[Note: Gina, I know it probably doesn't qualify, but
this is how it came to me. I tried Free Verse, but
it didn't work. So, I just want you to enjoy it this
way.]
written March 23, 2022
for "Easter Poetry Contest"
sponsored by Regina McIntosh
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