One wonders about spirituality, not
Found in the world today. It seems
With some exceptions, our focus
Is not the death of Jesus, offered
For our sins and redemption. We
Forget the terrible week He endured
Suffering excruciating pain, to which
He could not say no, stop. He was
Crowned, scourged, beat, and
Mocked and finally crucified and
Died. He did this for us at the
Instruction of the Father. We have
Drifted away from the awesomeness
Of these events, and seem more
Focused on bonnets, parades, eggs,
And candy. New clothes and shoes
Are part of the ritual, and we tend
To forget about those who are doing
Without. There is hunger and thirst
In many parts of the world. Terrorists
Are killing citizens and each other.
Crime is running rampant everywhere
But especially in the big, blue cities.
Leaders who exist are not listened to.
We will collectively pay for our insolence.
Time for us to wake up with thanks.
Stanski
March 29, 2024, ^
Steve Haarman 