2Mc 7:1,20-31; Psalm 17:1-15; Luke 19:11-28

the hidden coin
a talent
not our own
we hide
in fear of him
cruel
and unjust
knowing
he reaps
where he does not sow
knowing only
the wrath
that is to come
we stand firm
even as we fear
and proclaim
we will not trade
in his greed
and deceptions
accepting our fate
our soul is free

Do you stand firm in truth?
Do you deny the king his power?
Do you accept your fate?