Tabitha, Arise

I have just finished working on a poem to use with the sermon this coming Sunday. You may wish to read Acts 9:36-43 as a background.

Tabitha, Arise
By Larry Linville

Tabitha, Arise
Open your eyes!
You’ve had your rest
From doing what is best.

Takes these needles and thread
For women who need to be led.
Now that you’re alive
You’ll help others survive.

The church leaders left them out
But you will help them, no doubt.
You’re following Jesus – it is true
We see him working through you.

As ages pass you’re alive today
In the hearts of people as they pray.
As they look around and take heed
To locate people who are in need.

As long as people do as you did
And not keep their lighted candle hid.
Your passion will echo throughout the land
Where the serving of others is in demand.

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