Orphaned No More

Sought by the Lord to nestle in His grace My soul now finds belongingness serene Secured around warmth of divine embrace Orphaned no more against abandoned scene. Midst God’s compassion assuring my heart I rejoice to receive pardon divine Settling me from sins by mercy’s rampart As confession prevails over pride-whine. Grateful to the Father’s adoption seal Making me blessed heir through trust earnest My blissful spirit worships in truth zeal While serving with faith of triumphant zest. My life I offer in running life’s race Sought by the Lord to nestle in His grace*. *Psalm 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. May 23, 2022 Edited on December 6, 2022 10th place, "Thought rested awareness" Poetry Writing Premiere Contest Sponsored by Unseeking Seeker; judged on 12/11/2022.