One Man

One man, kneeling
alone in the night
Blood and sweat mix
out flowing in fright
Kneeling, praying
prone on the grass
ìFrom my lips, Father,
let this cup pass.î

One man, standing
scorned, flogged, and beat
Harsh words still echo
there in the heat
ìHe is no king,î
he heard them cry
ìGive us Barabbas!
and him -- CRUCIFY!!î

One man, hanging
dying with thieves
Of the thousands who followed
for him, who grieves?
Friends watch at a distance
afraid to go near
Their whole worlds are shattered
their hearts filled with fear.

One man lived and died
in a rich grave was laid
For His blood was shed
that our debt be paid.
But death could not hold Him
resurrected He stands
To him who is weary
outstretched are His hands
In Christ there is rest
a requiem from strife
To him who believes
He will grant eternal life.


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