The Good Shepherd

My Good Shepherd doesn't send someone else to find His lost sheep,
No, He goes Himself, pursing, searching.
He does not give up on the search,
Or only look in the safe places.
There is no limit to the distance or the deepness He will go to search.

He promises success... rescue... found.
He brings them home, carrying them in His arms because of their wounds, malnutrition, and disease.
He brings them back to the green pastures of His love and acceptance.
He brings them back to the cool waters of refreshment and cleansing.
He brings them back...and begins to restore them:
      Singing over them His songs of love,
      Reminding them of who they are, who He is, and what He wants to do for them.
      He nourishes them with His words.
      Comforts them with His compassion,
      Heals them with His truth,
      Forgives them with His power,
      Restores them with His strength,
      Sending His streams of living waters for their continual provision.

The Good Shepherd makes a covenant with His rescued flock,
Surrounding them with His blessings, favor, prosperity as they trust in His wisdom, His care, His direction,
       His provision.

He promises showers of blessings...just when needed, 
      bumper crops of fruit to share,
      peace and rest

Rescued, restored, provided for...such a wonderful Shepherd!

Ezekiel 34