Squabbling in the sandbox
fighting as adults
all of us sinners
each one the same
unworthy children
for the treasures of heaven
The stain washed away
our fate changed by his grace
the love of the savi...
We need the words
the scripture to remind us
Whatever our differences
the things that divide us
All like us
in the eyes of God
far more that binds us
in our sin and his saving
all of us needing
his l...
In this country
this time and place
being Christ in this wilderness
in his name we will act
Our hands, our feet
our voices raised
to share his good news
the forgiveness of sin
for all who accept his g...
We look in the mirror
in the face of our neighbor
for similarities, kinship
noting differences
that which sets us apart
forgetting all that is the same
that makes us one
From the perspective of God
t...
Loving eyes of God
seeing each of us
a beloved child
part of the family
all of us, every single one
alike in God’s eyes
all equal, worthy of Christ’s love
the grace of God
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The Cup of Sacrifice
The bitter cup,
more bitter than hemlock,
the cup of sacrifice
lifted to his lips,
an act of obedience
of his fre...
Even without any talent,
off-key, a joyful noise
singing praises to my God
Joy welling up in my heart
pouring out, in song, in poetry
in praise to my king
Ever will I come to thee in prayer
always sho...
The image of the vine
threads knitted together
our savior, his example
love and sacrifice entwined
bound, as a cord
living in the vine
Lifting us up, from the depths
carrying us up, to the heights
Sac...
Righteousness
more than servants alone
striving to be worthy
the name of children
Friends with God
Approaching his throne
humbly, but with confidence
assured he will listen
he will hear our petitions...
Honest, humble, reverent prayer
joyfully raised, with assurance
our creator, our savior
sustainer, and father
we call to you, as your children
confidence, assured you will answer
at peace with our Lor...