Advent IV

Advent IV

The candle, like Mary, is frail and small -
In the grand scheme of things just a guttering flame.
And we, like Mary, like the candle, like Bethlehem, -
Are frail but infused with the scent of God's call.

The candle, like Mary, is humble and poor
When compared with the wealth of this weary world's ways.
And we, like Mary, like the candle, like Bethlehem's ways,
Are humble but hopeful in the light of God's store.

Continues...

Michael Docker