In the tales of Joshua, a twist awaits,
As we delve into chapters twenty-four open gates.
A journey of faith and choice we find,
With catchy words and wisdom entwined.
Joshua gathered the people to declare,
Choose this day whom you will serve, he did share.
With powerful eloquence and heartfelt plea,
He urged them to choose God unfailingly.
The people responded with a resounding voice,
"We will serve the Lord, it's our only choice."
But as they pledged fidelity unto the end,
Joshua warned of consequences if they were to bend.
A stone was placed as a witness and a sign,
To remind them of their promise divine.
For the Lord, their God, His commands they must keep,
Faithfulness and obedience, in their hearts deep.
And so, the journey continued on,
With stories of inheritance and battles won.
The land divided among the tribes all around,
Each one receiving their own sacred ground.
But even in victory, there remained a fight,
To stay true to God, with all their might.
For the allure of idols and foreign ways,
Could lead them astray from God's righteous blaze.
So, dear brethren, what do you make of this tale?
How does it speak to you, beyond its veil?
In your own life, how will you choose,
To serve the Lord and not to lose?
Let's reflect on the lessons from Joshua's stories,
And strive for faithfulness, even amidst life's glories.
May our hearts be steadfast, our commitment true,
As we journey with God, in all that we do.
VOUS LISEZ
GENE-REVE
PoésieWith pages crisp and gilded gold, The Bible's stories are oft told, From Genesis to Revelation, It's filled with divine inspiration. Its words are timeless, ever true, A guide for all, me and you, Its wisdom so enchanting, Its teachings forever last...
