To the Cross, to the Grave

My life changed
going to the cross, to the grave
being put to death with Christ
only then could I know
the depth of his sacrifice

Going to the tomb
the waters of baptism
the Spirit descending on me
giving me power to speak
guiding my steps
that I may serve you Lord

Rising with him
saved by his holy grace
the sacrifice of my king
making me a messenger of God
sent as his servant,
doing the will of my master
going as I am sent,
that all may hear the good news


June 2, 2010
Galatians 2:20
Galatians 2:17-20
&
Day 239, “Crucified with Christ”, in
“Daily Mediations: On Golden Texts of the Bible”,
by Henry Gariepy
http://books.google.com/books?id=9tjVtRt3TUMC&pg=PP1&dq=henry+gariepy&ei=6tqBSqLVDJiQyQT4i9DOCg#v=onepage&q=&f=false
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