Sir Ricky's Inspirational Poetry Corner

All the elders among you,

 I exhort for I am one;

As a witness that is true,

To the Father and the Son.

A witness to the Spirit,

And the suffering of Christ;

Watches over my merit,

All that I have sacrificed.

For I share in the glory,

Very soon will be revealed;

Being told in the story,

In the book that is now sealed.

Tend to the flock of the Lord,

The sheep that are among you;

As to be in one accord,

And enabled to construe.

Exercise the oversight,

Not merely of a constraint;

But willingly what is right,

Without reproach or complaint.

Be vigilant and sober,

Guarding against the devil;

Maintaining a caliber,

For fighting tempting evil.

Because the roaring lion,

Walks about stalking his prey;

Detouring you from Zion,

Luring you to go astray.

In your faith withstand steadfast,

Knowing of the suffering;

Accomplishments will outlast,

That gives you a buffering.

Because the God of all grace,

Calls you for glory in Christ;

Feeling His humbly embrace,

Stops you from being enticed.

Greet each other with a kiss,

Share love that will not sever;

Blessing them as you dismiss,

Peace which will last forever.