[anthony]

Claim to be his and you will suffer
Speak truth; you will be ridiculed
Live morally; you will be scorned
A living martyr's crown of thorns

They will pin abusive tags on you
Labeled a relic of a bygone day
Curse and hiss you over and over
Attacking you as helpless prey

The arrogant, proud and boastful
Will make a laughing stock of you
You will be battered and beaten
Chastised for all the works you do

Stand tall warrior faithful and true
Proclaim always his blessed name
Salvation born amidst thorny roses
A martyr's crown seals your claim

[athenacp]

Amen