The first one sold his Master out,
For very little doe.
The other completely denied Him,
And told them where to go.
*****
The first was filled with sorrow,
And tried to bring the money back.
The other heard the cock crow,
And wept silently in his sack.
*****
They were filled with guilt
And a conviction not from above.
For both betrayed their King
The one they really loved.
*****
Although both were offered forgiveness,
Only one received.
The other died in anguish,
While his Master grieved.
Written 11/8/05
