Living to Die

Living to Die

Fulfilling the promise,
He lived in holy obedience.
A perfect life,
Gloriously radiant.

Preaching the Father’s love.
Yet by the world, was denied.
Even so, He continued to share---
Living to die.

Though spat upon
And whipped at His back,
The same blood shed
Took sin and shame’s lack.

Though beaten and battered,
He endured the plight.
He accepted it all--
Living to die.

Love unfolded
While He hung there.
Healing all creation,
His love lay bare.

A spotless life given
By His will to set things right.
Jesus came with saving love--
Living to die.

Melinda McQueen Rodgers
April 7, 2023  Good Friday

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

A wonderful poem shared dear Melinda and happy Easter.
"A spotless life given
By His will to set things right.
Jesus came with saving love--
Living to die"
Because of Jesus. We can seek forgiveness dear friend. Thank you for sharing your amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

A beautiful offering for Good Friday Melinda reminding us all of the goodness in Jesus Christ. A great pity more don’t share his values. Have a very happy Easter.

Chris