I'm So Lost!

The Lost Sheep

Lost: There are one hundred sheep. So call me…     one of many. All the sounds I make,     But do you hear any? I would stray here, then stray over there,     all you do is watch. Do you even care? Finally, one day,     I just wandered away! To answer the question Why? Well, I just couldn’t say. I couldn’t say why…     that would mean telling the truth. You say, give it a try. I say, What’s the use? So now I’m lost! Lost as could be. I’m so lost and alone,     no one can see me. How is it I ended,     up in this place? A sheep on his own…     afraid and disgraced.

The Lost Sheep Found

Found: I number my sheep. I watch them each day. Their trust is in me, I lead the right way. If one gets lost,     he won’t remain gone. I’ll look til I find him,     and bring him back home. I’ll leave the ninety,     and nine of my sheep I’ll look everywhere…     I won’t even sleep I’ll look far and wide. I’ll look high and low. I’ll find my lost sheep Yes, that’s what I know. And when I find him,     I’ll tell all my friends. Come see who is found,     and home once again. Celebrate with me,     this sheep who was lost. His value to me,     is worth any cost. Poem by MTJ

Note: This post is linked to Spiritual Sundays (hosted by Charlotte).

Lord Jesus,

I was that lost sheep. Alone, afraid, and yet unwilling to call out to you for help. Pride and arrogance have ruined many lives; it ruined mine too. Today, I can look back and see how You intervened in my life; rescuing me from a path of self-destruction. Thank You Jesus for saving me, helping me to see my purpose is in You. Sharing the joy of salvation so that others have the opportunity to acknowledge their sin and be saved from a path of destruction. May each of us who call You Lord, truly reflect Your life. Jesus, you are our light and glory. I offer intercessory prayer for those sick and afflicted; they need Your healing touch Lord. I pray for those who have a family crisis; bring peace, reconciliation, and renewal in their midst. I pray for those who seek employment, and those who struggle in their business. There are families who are on the verge of losing their home, and there are those without food or shelter. There are so many needs Jesus, but You are The Good Shepherd. Even now, You sit on the right hand of The Father, making intercession for us. Thank you Jesus, for all You've done, what You're doing, and what you're preparing on our behalf. Amen.