Be not ashamed of Christ your Lord, in word, in deed, or thought,
But show to all the world around the doctrines which he taught.
Be not ashamed because your Lord is not ashamed of you;
He counts as brethren all who love and keep his precepts, too.
Be not ashamed of him in word, but boldly speak his name,
And never give the world a cause to couple it with shame.
Be not ashamed of him in deed, but firmly do his will;
Care not for what his foes may say: keep his commandments still.
Be not ashamed of him in thought but treasure in your heart
The thought of all his love to you and bravely do your part.
Be not ashamed of Christ your Lord, be not ashamed at all;
God calls Himself the God of those who on His great Name call.
The Origin of the Organic World – Part One