Spirit of the Sheep
May I bestow upon you my spirit:
exemplifying meekness purity
championing benevolence-sweetness
verily epitomized by Christ
Who is “the Lamb of God*.”
Cognizant of the phrase, “sacrificial lamb”
you are well-informed of my gentleness
which means, yielding with total surrender to a good cause…
such I endow unto you, since you've already
laid yourself upon the altar of full-time service to God.
By this virtue, keep following
the good Shepherd*
be submissive as He leads you
toward abundant green pastures
and ushers you to refreshing clear waters.
With this sheep-spirit granted to you
keep discerning the good Shepherd’s voice...
your delight and yearning to stay close to Him
as well as your compliance of willing obedience
will surely safeguard you inside sheepfold’s warm haven.
Now, be gripped by this spirit
strengthened with your faith in the Almighty
anchored upon your soul’s steadfast trust in His truth
while being a blessing to others
as I, the sheep, do wondrously fulfill.
*John 1:36 “…Behold the Lamb of God!
**Psalm 23:1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
June 4, 2020
4th place, "Spirit Animal" Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Dear Heart; judged on 6/7/2020.
Copyright © Beata Agustin | Year Posted 2020
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