HEART OF A WARRIOR
It takes a mighty effort
To venture into hell
Willing
With noble fierce intent
Seeking those who suffer
Arms open wide
Merciful
Sincere
Tremendous internal fortitude required
To overcome the nauseous stench
Squalor reeks
Rotting teeth
Urine stained skin
Filthy clothing worn for weeks
Even the strongest man shall wince
At such a wretched state
As shunned lepers of old
Our homeless suffer greatly
Ignored
Spat upon in disgust
It is there
Among the destitute
You will find Jesus
Walking in the vile stew of poverty
Calling gently
Urging blind faith of martyrdom
To serve others
Rise above the fear
As a doormat at times
The true heart of a warrior
“He that despiseth his neighbor sinneth: but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he.
Proverbs 14:21
© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005
