Voice

“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” Jesus Christ speaking in John 10:27 of the King James Bible Voice of God awakens me every day His morning cheers greet my soul when I pray Through His Word during meditation time While reading Scriptures with immortal chime. The Lord’s voice whispers, “Child, make me your choice In my presence, you can fully rejoice…” Surely, I follow His guidance so clear And to His favored best my heart draws near. Christ’s assuring voice of triumphant hope Drives me for conquest as from pain I cope Since trials hinder ministerial zest While my shallow faith wavers during test. The Saviour’s voice does calm my fears and doubt Whenever He hushes complaining shout And pacifies with quietude divine Confused mind along agonizing whine. With the Father’s voice of pardon so sweet Triumphantly declaring guilt’s defeat I thank Him for offered forgiveness-grace While He shuts me inside His warm embrace. Then as I lay for peaceful rest each night The Holy Spirit’s voice gives blest delight Settling my well-being with blissful sleep In lovely lullaby for me, His sheep. April 20, 2023 1st place, "Writing Challenge - 'V' Words" Poetry Writing Contest Sponsored by Constance La France; judged on 5/18/2023