Jesus the Merchant

He taught in stone temples 
bricks built on law,
in the streets, he preached
and the people did thirst
at his heavenly decree,
that could raise nations 
from the daunting sea.

Found on the highway
of the king of Jerusalem,
Jesus Bar Joseph,
crown of crowns
on his fabulous mane,
He was like a merchant
buying goods for our souls
selling in the marketplace
old memories, old songs.

Till he did kneel
to a kings zeal
carrying the drift of souls
burdened by the sin of
a world grim and cold,
he bought us at a great price
like a true merchant indeed.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Smith Avatar
March 25, 2024 at 3:29 AM
It is always good to see this story through a different set of Lives. I like your description and the ending is so powerful and so right. I hail from Wainuiomata, have you ever found your way over the hill from Lower Hutt. We are the gateway to some lovely walks and trails. After 33 years here I feel I have gone native and left the mainland as a place to visit only. Hope your being back on line means you will be posting more lines. Rgards David also in NZ
Phillips Avatar
July 20, 2024 at 4:31 AM
Thanks David, Yeah I love scenic walks, Thanks for loving my poem that's encouraging.
Agustin Avatar
June 17, 2023 at 5:04 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts about the Saviour and Lord Jesus Christ through your unique poetic style. Welcome to Poetry Soup. I welcome you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
Phillips Avatar
June 17, 2023 at 1:30 PM
Thanks very much Beata. God bless you for your kind words.
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