Ten lepers cried to Jesus
And were healed
One came back in utter thankfulness
All were plagued and all were healed
But only one came back
His healing all the fuller
For the fact
We all are plagued in some way
In this life
No one goes scot free on life’s rough road
We ask the Lord for healing
Ask it each new day
And discover the power of gratitude
To help you on your way
Nine went on
Heedless of the help
That set them free gave them life anew
And maybe they grew selfish
Eager for life’s toys
Forgetful of their suffering
But no nearer to life’s joys
If life is just a happenstance
Well just get on with it
Here awhile and then we’re gone for good
But if life is a promise
And a gift from God above
Then live the day in gratefulness
Transform your life with love
Brian Fahy
10 November 2021
Erris Poetry 