"A Crown of Thorns"


a crown of thorns
upon a hill
betrayed
by a kiss of gold,
upon a beam of wood
nailed with scorn
the greatest story
ever told...
each drop of blood
a gift of hope
for all who gather near
a sacrifice
of mortal heart
now beats eternal
His love so dear
let none forget
upon this day
the beam of light
now fresh arisen
a soul's salvation
for us to pray...
peace and joy
upon a wish so true
and heaven's touch
upon the field
of angels' teardrops
tenderly comforted
by the love
He has blessed
for the world
and
for me and you...

©2000 Graham Nicholls