55. So Much More

There was a man, but so much more,
Who lifted all within His reach.
He taught the world His Father’s works
 By faultless actions, perfect speech.
He said to all, “Come, follow me.”
But few there were who heard His voice.
And fewer still who lived His way.
The multitudes would sin by choice.
He sought disciples from the ranks,
Of humble souls untouched by fame.
They chose to live their Master’s life, 
And took upon themselves His name.
Not long they worshipped in His light, 
And lifted others with His heart.
Throughout the ages He remains,
The best example of our God.

We have been asked to leave our sins,
And seek that path which Jesus trod.
How hard it seems to do the right,
How easily we go astray!
And yet, He taught His yoke is light,
To those who seek His narrow way.
When we are troubled, sick at heart,
Let us recall Christ’s tender plea,
To leave our burdens at His feet,
And share His love with all we see.
Then we will be, oh, so much more,
 Than those who shared a home above. 
His sons and daughters we become, 
When we lift others with His love.

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