You were so good—the life you lived—
Strengthened from our fellowship.
You used to pray—you were so brave—
But now you chose to let it slip.
God had called you (or so it seemed),
And you responded on that day:
Serving Him and loving Him;
But now you've thrown it all away.
Demas has forsaken us!
He loves this present world far more
Than the calling of our Lord Jesus:
He tramples down the blood God poured.
Your loves are now your own pleasure—
Seeking to satisfy your desires;
But don't forget God sees and judges us,
And He has prepared Eternal Fires!
Your logic's run amuck with pride;
You've pulled down God—but now who reigns?
Your actions show that you aren't in control;
You've sold out to the Devil and his games.
Demas has forsaken us!
He turned to serve the world he loved;
Trampling down our Lord Jesus,
He missed the grace poured from Above.
When will you see the Gift God offered you
Was something more than simple words?
It is the very Son of God Himself
Who offered you the holy life you spurned.
My heart is heavy now for you, my friend:
You heard the news but turned away.
You look at me and say my logic's "wrong";
But unless you change you'll never find the Way.
Demas has forsaken us!
He loves this present world the best.
He has missed the ancient path;
He will never enter into Rest.
- D. Benning
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