Wisdom for Officials Who Worry
(Wisdom is not enough to calm your fears.)
Two apostles, Peter and John
jailed at the dawn of preaching in Christ's name.
Officials' onslaught is meant to bring shame.
"We obey God, rather than men,"
bold answer given by Peter and John.
God-driven, with fervor, their deed was done.
The Sanhedrin felt fearful, scorned.
"You have been warned!" their supervening threat,
Thus sworn, their ensuing revenge is set.
Hear Gamaliel's wise advice
He is quite precise. "Their words can not fail
if their deeds suffice, God’s strength will prevail.”
"Leave them alone and let us go;
In time we’ll know which one of us is wrong
It’s not for show their zeal comes on so strong."
Copyright © Reason A. Poteet | Year Posted 2025
Post Comments
Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.
Please
Login
to post a comment