Good Shepherd prayer

Good Shepherd,

I want to remain

right by your side.

Though others may fail me

and I often stray

from your path,

you are faithful and true.

Whatever comes my way

today, I am yours.

Guide me and provide.

Be my light in darkness,

my comfort in sorrow,

my center when all around is uncertain.

May your perfect love cast out fear.

May hope dispel doubt.

Grant that I may endure hardship

for the joy set before me,

the joy of loving you

and being loved by you,

my good, Good Shepherd.

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Good Shepherd prayer

by troy cady

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grief and parable

A few months ago I paid a visit to Indianapolis and facilitated a meeting with a small group of Christians. During the meeting, one of the men was clearly in pain. So, we prayed for him.

Just weeks after that, doctors discovered that the pain in his leg was caused by a tumor. He did not have long to live. About a month later, he died.

About six weeks ago, some other friends had a baby. Nine days ago the mother died of cancer.

Yesterday, a friend went to the funeral of a co-worker who was murdered eight days ago and on Friday another friend’s sister just passed away in old age.

So, today I'd like to tell a story that helps me process this grief.

Head over to PlayFull to read on, if you like.