12 Haiku to Remember the Disciples
Martyrs for the Kingdom
Peter, outspoken
A strong voice for the Kingdom
On the Rock he stood
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Andrew knew the way
That John the Baptist set first
Quietly bold one
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James, brother of John
Saw the transfiguration
First to lose his head
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John, he shared God's love
Always close to Lord Jesus
Exiled to Patmos
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Philip, crucified
He was known by his Greek name
Evangelistic
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Nathanael, chosen
Came from Galilee, he did
Sadly beheaded
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Matthew, taxes kept
At first, until Jesus came
Wrote the first gospel
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Thomas doubted some
But devoted to Jesus
Was not left behind
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James, Alphaeus's son
Supported those around him
Little about him
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Simon the Zealot
Amazing passion and grit
Had fierce loyalties
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Judas, son of James
Also, known as Jude, he was
Went to Edessa
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Judas, betrayed Him
Thirty pieces of silver
Satan entered him
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Rowan Finley
Father. Academic Advisor. Musician. Writer. Aspiring licensed mental health counselor. My real name is Jesse Balogh.
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I love this! A LOT…
Great poem!