Follow the Directions

When I’m sinful, as I am by nature… Forget my wisdom and gossip or darken My heart with hues of dread or desperation Feelings felt by a heart who is disrespectful One who knows they’re not following directions! When I’m errant, as I have been know to be… Following my nature instead of grace or peace Heaven knows I feel as if I’ve fallen from grace And that I have no chance of entering heaven’s gates Or knowing the warm touch of my Father’s ways! When I’m wicked, as I know that I can be… Darkening the light that God’s glory always gives Sighing with discontent, silencing my joy and faith Reaching out toward the evil instead of the virtuous There comes a shadow falling over my hopefulness When I’m corrupt, as I would like to forget to be… Risking my love on worries, fear and trepidation Yearning for a chance to take back those things I did The ones that taught me a lesson, but made me feel… Like I was someone deserving of God’s rejection! When I’m evil, as I am by my very nature… I find my heart receding from the light that He gives me Eclipsed by apprehension, trouble and darkest agonies Yearning for the chance to get back to my best again And give Him my sincere love - affection… praising eternally! When I’m obnoxious, disgusting or unpleasant…. I know He still listens, despite my iniquity He whispers…. “Child, you need my blessing” “Please listen… follow my directions - please” “Love, love, love… is the answer”… His wonderous correction! BELIEVE!