Grace is the pathway
I have set my feet upon
choosing to follow the Shepherd
whose voice I recognize.
Grace goes where few will venture-
into green pastures where self-denial and
humility grow alongside clear streams like wild thistle-
So that none may boast anything except the One they follow
Grace finds peace in being powerless and surrendered.
It is willing to endure uncertainty and a lack of knowledge of the terrain,
for there is a sense of trust that whatever lies ahead
The Shepherd is capable of guarding his own
Grace knows the path I take is sometimes difficult to tread.
There are winding twists and turns, fearful heights to endure,
and deep valleys to descend into at times-
and yet the Shepherd’s voice beacons me “Come”.
Grace knows the final destination
and trusts the Shepherd to guide me home.
I quietly plod along
enjoying the comfort of his rod and his staff
knowing myself to be safe beyond all measure…..
Grace knows what I cannot know
Trusts where I cannot see
Bears my uncertainties
And bids me to carry on despite my weakened condition
Grace knows my weakness is my strength,
that my strength is not my own
And that the Shepherd is my supply
Grace knows the path I have set my feet upon.
It brings the sun to smile upon my face,
the rain to water the meadows,
and sustenance for the journey.
For Grace is the essential nature of the Shepherd,
and His Grace will lead me home.