the Cradle, the Cross, the Crook, & the Crown

In the Cradle, came the Holy God to the ungodly!

Rough-hewn, and made to be the frame

In which the Creator, was humanly unveiled,

And to be known by His foretold name:

"Jesus", "Our Savior", as the angel revealed.

On the Cross, died the sinless Representative for the repentant!

Inspiring dread, and cut for the occasion

On which the Creator Himself would pay

The eternal penalty for our transgression –

Separation from the Father – on that historic day.

With the Crook, cares the loving Shepherd for His sheep!

Softly curved, and shaped for the guidance

By which the Creator cares for all

– Securing each soul in every instance –

Who trust Him to not let them fall.

Wearing the Crown, rules the gracious King o'er His creation!

Uniquely bestowed, and expressing the authority

Of the Creator, who all must obey.

None can resist Him, not alone or by majority;

But will eternally sing His glorious praise.

J. Alton Davis

                                                                                                                                                                            © 2012