Show compassion that wings joy
for you are the salt of the earth.
But if the salt no longer has flavour,
where will the world find mercy?
You are the light of the world –
let your actions be radiant
deeds that glorify God and reject
the darkness of the self-righteous.
Give up revenge: losing eyes, teeth
and money to lawyers. Share restraint,
cash, clothes, miles with all who ask.
Reconcile your brother, love your foe.
Become the gift you bring to the altar.
— Christine Rigden
