LEARNING FROM LEADERS

ALEXANDER THE GREAT

There once lived Alexander a man of great war,
Who was educated by the best, including Aristotle.


On a black stallion he perched,
All lofty and proud, He thought himself God.


The mention of his name struck fear in hearts.

He killed millions, his ego stupendous,
Slaves he made, his life was horrendous.

Having conquered all, depression began,
Slept in wet clothes, then pneumonia set in.


He died 3 days later at age 33,
And in a gold casket, he is a memory.

JESUS THE MESSIAH

Jesus, Son of God, was born in a lowly stable,
He taught the priests at age 12, well-able.


Came to set captives free, His love paved the way,
To Jerusalem he rode on a borrowed donkey.

Encouraging love, He Himself the example.


He healed many & washed followers’ feet,
His purpose so God they would meet.

A sacrifice required, His blood for all atoned,
At 33, closed with a stone in a tomb not His own.

He rose in 3 days & crushed death with His power,
Victorious, His return could be at any hour.