BAPTISM

BAPTISM

I lead you down – I lift you up –
I sanctify the fragile cup –
I cleanse you from the stench of sin –
I bring you out – I take you in.

The waters are mortality –
The baptist has authority –
The garb of white, Creation’s hope –
Refining fire, the Holy Ghost.

Descent is death – Ascent is life –
Consent is breath – Assent is light –
My hands are placed upon your head –
Then drink the Water – eat the Bread.

(21 October 2009, Pleasant Grove, Utah)