God stood On the edge of uncertainty, On the brink of creativity, ready To step off and risk his reputation On a venture that would be his signature dish. A world stuffed full of flavours, A realm ripe with potential For life, for growth, ...For relationships. But like all relationships, not without risk. And so, with a smile of anticipation, He took a deep breath... And the rest is history.
You see, Though unseen, soon The infection of heaven's rebellion Snaked it's way in through the gate, Made friends and prompted a short debate So subtle that man was tempted to partake Of an apple that caused trust to crumble So humankind would from then on struggle And toil to survive outside that paradise lost Til Christ stepped up and paid the cost Of the curse we deserve...
But as a foretaste Of that greatest sacrifice God was pleased to accept Flame grilled substitutes, Instituting a family repast With crisp, pleasing aromas Of juices that provisionally provided Undeserved forgiveness And tasted of promise That the Lord will provide For a new world With his own lifeblood.