[Image: The author]
I am an apostle
About my divine hustle
I go where I’m led
Whether hungry or fed
I do as I’m urged
Though my mission may seem fudged
So don’t question the anointed
Query the one that mandated
Prophet is who I am
Now you know why I’m cool and calm
I may not sport long, greying beard
But I bear tidings that must be heard
“Human megaphone” is my favourite moniker
This gruffly voice, my esteemed scar
So don’t question the anointed
Query the one that mandated
I’m a proven evangelist
Inviting many to the heavenly feast
I burnt my bridge to leisure
To make this list I treasure
I’ll be here even when I’m old
I’ll stay at my watch whether it’s hot or cold
So don’t question the anointed
Query the one that mandated
You should’ve figured I’m a teacher
Behold the inkpot and parchment-filled pitcher
I write as accurately as I’m taught
For I must instruct as diligently as I ought
I labour and give my wards no rest
Till they attain the place of the best
So don’t question the anointed
Query the one that mandated
That I’m a pastor, you well know
I spread my love to both friend and foe
I nurture the weak, I care for the ill
Even with an empty barn I try to be still
To see them strong is my utmost joy
Filling me with hope that’ll never cloy
So don’t question the anointed
Query the one that mandated
Apostle, prophet, evangelist, teacher, pastor:
Bonded servants, recruited for labour
They can’t just do what they wish
Whether to stash, thresh or fish
They speak and act as they’re told
And set no store in silver and gold
So don’t question the anointed
Query the one that mandated
But if I’m required to provide reason
Why my burden’s never easing
If I have to furnish justification
Why obedience is my highest supplication
This then shall be my answer
Both now and ever after
I was purchased at a hefty price
I am owned: not once but thrice
Olugu Olugu Orji