The Return

The Return

Resounding over the heavens

                The shouts of acclaim burst forth.

For another noble son, returned from his mission on earth.

Yet…

                Weep now, loved ones.

                Hearts are rent this day.

For eyes seek to behold him.

                Arms so long to embrace him.

Ears hear only the echoes of his voice.

                Mend endeared souls.

The emergence of a greater dawn

                Breaks through a sorrowful night.

And the power of his presence

                Redoubled through his fight.

See, now!

                The Warrior –

Clad in the armor of truth!

He stands prepared to defend you –

                Fights the demons who taunt you –

Walks the path beside you –

                O’re your souls his banner alights.

The armies of Heaven are strengthened

                As he raises a victorious torch.

Refreshed by his Father’s embrace –

                He goes forth in his predestined course.