250619 My Father's House

 My Father's House

Each time that I sit in a pew

God, let my thoughts be only you

Not mental list of things to do

Or where to eat when service's through 

With preacher's message that I hear

Let your word come through loud and clear 

For, every syllable is dear

Thus, to you draws me ever near

With every note of songs of praise 

May glorious hallelujah raise

And set an inner fire ablaze

To serve you to the end of days

And when I bow my head in prayer

With all my sins and doubts laid bare 

To feel your presence then and there

Bringing me joy from my despair 

To find sense of community 

With other sinners just like me

Uplifted hands and bended knee

There's no place I would rather be

For Holy Spirit's in this place

In swaying bodies, upraised face

Where shame and sorrow are erased

A place of mercy and God's grace

So, if it's far and wide you roam

But you still haven't a church home

Don't try to navigate alone

Here's a free from condemnation zone

Now, take a chance and step inside

To welcoming arms open wide

Safe place to put all fear aside

Where faith, comfort, and hope abide

No need to dress in fancy blouse

Come with friend, family, or your spouse

Don't let reluctance,  Christ's call douse

You'll find love in my Father's house