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Shepherd Sonnet

Transcendent One, immutable in power,
All glorious Father, worthy of all praise!
O mighty King of heaven, every hour
You show yourself the Shepherd of my days.
My deeds, my thoughts, unworthy of rewards,
Yet as I flail, you hold me to your breast.
This lowly sheep with grace my Lord regards -
Thus safe in your embrace I find my rest.
The Father’s Lamb himself says “Come to me,
And all who enter through me shall be saved”.
He came to give us life abundantly,
And by his blood the path to God is paved.
    In laying down his life to save his sheep,
    Only the Shepherd may our spirits keep.

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Andrea Dietrich Date: 8/13/2020 4:20:00 PM hey did you ever use this for Brian?? I think it's right up his alley! Now I have got to thinking. Maybe the haibun I gave Brian is too old??? I better go check his contest rules. DANG Login to Reply John Watt Date: 8/13/2020 4:58:00 PM Soupmail.

Wendy Watson Date: 4/17/2020 6:42:00 AM John, this is one of the most meaningful and beautifully composed sonnets I have read on this site. It went straight into my favourites and I agree with Craig that you are truly gifted in this area and that only someone who knows the Shepherd Himself could have written such heartfelt words. A wonderfully inspirational poem which I shall share further. Login to Reply John Watt Date: 4/17/2020 12:16:00 PM I'm very touched and appreciative of your kind and uplifting words, Wendy. Especially coming from an expert sonnet crafter such as yourself. Knowing we share a faith in the Good Shepherd makes this all the more special. A heartfelt Thank You for bringing me such a smile today ~ John

Craig Cornish Date: 4/15/2020 8:17:00 PM If someone does not understand and respect meter they could never write this poem - If someone does not understand and respect the form, they could do neither - If someone did not understand nor respect the Lord...they should bow at these truths Login to Reply John Watt Date: 4/16/2020 1:05:00 AM Craig, these words mean a lot to me. Thank you for taking time to read this, and for taking the time to comment at my blog. Very grateful.

Silent One Date: 4/12/2020 4:10:00 PM Now this is an excellent sonnet both in form and content... Login to Reply John Watt Date: 4/16/2020 1:03:00 AM Thank you for your affirming words, SO. They mean a lot.

Panagiota Romios Date: 4/12/2020 1:45:00 AM I agree with the Wingster! This is trophy poetry. What a talent you are John Panagiota xx Login to Reply John Watt Date: 4/12/2020 1:56:00 AM Thank you, PR! Another affirming message of support. Have a blessed Easter, my poetry friend ~ John

Winged Warrior Date: 4/11/2020 10:03:00 PM Congrats!! on the win my friend...but this beauty should have of placed higher than an Honorable Mention...got to have a chat with the B-Strand...plus, I don't like the title "Honorable Mention" lol :o) Login to Reply Winged Warrior Date: 4/12/2020 6:28:00 PM And I agree with you Pani lol~the wingster :o) Panagiota Romios Date: 4/12/2020 1:46:00 AM Wingster~ I agree with you. Panagiota John Watt Date: 4/12/2020 12:16:00 AM Wings, think of it this way: I was mentioned honorably! Thanks again for another pleasant visit to the world of JW!

Connie Marcum Wong Date: 4/11/2020 9:44:00 PM This is a lovely prayer to share with us at Easter John. I hope you have a glorious Easter day! Congratulations on your wonderful win! xxoo Login to Reply John Watt Date: 4/12/2020 12:17:00 AM Connie, so grateful for the continual encouragement received from you. You are a Soup gem! Happy Easter day to you as well! Hugs ~ John

Mark Koplin Date: 4/11/2020 4:14:00 PM What a beautiful prayer. Very well written. Happy Easter! Login to Reply John Watt Date: 4/11/2020 8:40:00 PM Thank you for your kind words, Mark. Happy Easter to you and your loved ones. Stay safe.

Sam Kauffman Date: 4/11/2020 12:36:00 PM John, Congratulations on your winning sonnet, prayer of praise, lullaby, morning and evening Psalm. Gentle as the gentle Shepherd! So well done! It touched my heart dear Easter friend! Login to Reply John Watt Date: 4/11/2020 1:05:00 PM Sam, you are a blessing to many here on Soup as I see your thoughtful comments gracing the poems of many. Your ministry of encouragement is in full bloom, even as the Lord has flourished the flowers and emptied the tomb. Your poetry touches my heart as well. Heb 10:23-25. God bless your Easter!

Winged Warrior Date: 4/11/2020 9:28:00 AM Hey Johnny Watts...great spiritual sonnet my friend...stay safe and Happy Easter coming...from the Wingster :o) Login to Reply John Watt Date: 4/11/2020 1:03:00 PM Wings, always good to hear from you my word brother! Thanks for the uplifting words, your awesome attitude always picks me up! Happy Easter to you, my friend! ~ JW

John Gondolf Date: 4/11/2020 8:33:00 AM It is so easy to get caught up in the day to day moments during these trying times, this poem makes me pause and remember the big picture of our existence. It is our faith that will see us through. Nicely penned, John. Stay safe. Login to Reply John Watt Date: 4/11/2020 1:01:00 PM Much gratitude John, coming from a poet whose sonnets I greatly admire. Appreciate your insights and encouragement, especially during these dark and troublesome times. Be safe, my friend and keep blessing these pages with your wonderful poetry ~ John