The Shepherd King

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Jesus was the Shepherd King x2

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He walked out on the silver sea

Jesus was the Shepherd Son x2
On His cross He wore our pain

Jesus is the shepherd's guard x2
He unlocked the gates to splendor

Jesus is the shepherd's love x2
Gave grace free when we proclaim His name

Jesus was the Shepherd King x2
Made a way for us to find the Father

Jesus was the Shepherd Son x2
Cleansed the faces of the weary wicked

Jesus is the shepherd's guard x2
Held us deep inside His loving arms

Jesus is the shepherd's love x2
A kiss of breath that washed us white as snow

The First Day of Spring

Like leaves in the glossy rain
The everyday noise floating away
Rattle and patter; runs off the roof
Dripping wet, I lean off the porch

The spout presses through the ground
I hold the water in my palm
Watch as the sky restores my vessel
Drop by drop; all is anew

I find my way inside
Soft patting whispers me to sleep
How I long for my bed
But hold fast; the couch is near

What a slumber I may have!
The sounds of thunder lay me down
Mother, may you pass me by
Kneel beside me and touch my face

If you wonder what I'm dreaming
Keep this comfort in your mind
That if you really need me
I'll probably be outside