The Calling

When he finally finds the One he's been seeking all along,
When he truly sees the Father, of the family to which he now belongs,
Exalted joy is born in flesh, his soul sings the heavenly song.

He's turned away from lesser things, in peace he does delight.
The burdened and the sorrowful, by gentleness, he does invite.
See, the weakest, God can change and use for good, despite.

It's gratitude that sets a fire, in the flesh, that burns,
to set the world aflame, and have it be, His love to which they turn.
Thus blooms the blood red passion, to answer the need that love discerns.

Declares the Holy One, "I have called you by name! You are mine!"
When He separates and sanctifies, His elect, for purposes divine!
Because they belong to Him, with His sacrificial character, they shine!

"Fear not! I have redeemed you!" enjoined to battle with His confidence!
Called to this mission of mercy, to give the questioners a sure defense!
Interceding for the prideful, so they can be convinced!

Even if the sinner, to whom he speaks, the message does deplore,
Sees fit to persecute the messenger, cause rancor and discord,
No matter the cost, whether living or dying, he belongs to the Lord!

To know that his contribution is a gift which God has planned.
To have the honor of serving Him, is a blessing from His hand!
Sends him working at a feverish pitch, towards Love's vision, wide and grand!