The Master Shepherd

Jesus Christ 

The Master Shepherd

Mankind, humanity is just like sheep, 

It is because of the nature that lives and guides them from within. 

To teach, one cannot drive with mere words or actions, 

No matter how truthfully and honestly 

One makes their compassion. 

Because one cannot drive humanity or sheep, 

To teach, one can only guide or lead. 

The Master calls to them to teach, 

Until deep within they know the Master's voice, 

And the truth within the Word He speaks, 

That allows Him to guide and lead them from within then. 

Over time, they knowing the touch of the Master's Hand, 

That He only chastens to strengthen in Him within. 

That in love's compassion, He seeks and calls out to the lost, 

To redeem and bring into the fold to be one with Him,

By the faith within they now have in Him, 

To live, grow, and keep their path of life straight within Him, 

Until the day He takes them safely Home to be with Him. 

Lord, you are the Master Shepherd, thank you; 

You always touch my heart with your love, 

That cares to teach and lead me on the path of righteousness, 

Martin Lee Vance 

1/1/2010