Forsaken

Forsaken Why did You forsake Him? Why did You turn away? What must one do To gain Your attention, O God of the Universe? How could You watch? He, Your beloved Son, In agony, hanging by a nail, And crying out to You, O God of Compassion. You could have removed All His pain, all suffering. But then, a “performance” Would never suffice O God of Forgiveness. You cleansed me of sin By this holy sacrificing Of the “Heart of Your heart” And Spirit of life, O God of my Love. Why did I forsake You? Why did I turn away? Whatever must You do To gain my attention, O God of the Cross?

What Was It Like? What was it like To be one of the crowd Following Jesus -- A “Groupie”; Hearing the words, “Repent! Be forgiven!” And “Blessed be those Who believe.” What was it like On the outskirts of town When Jesus rode past On that colt? Shouting, “Hosanna!” And “Blessed art Thou!” Throwing our garments Before Him. Then, days later, Being one of the crowd, Shouting with others, “Crucify!” Scourged and beaten, Jesus carried that cross; Hung, bled, and died there. Forgiving.