Humble, obedient, without condition –
that’s the Love You showed all Jesus;
the manner of love You encouraged us
to give to every neighbor and person.
We thank You, Lord, for this Love,
it’s the new in the New Covenant;
where before, seven rules were extant,
as the relationship guide from above.
Honor thy parents, don’t take life,
don’t commit adultery and theft,
don’t lie about another, don’t be left
coveting another’s goods, partner/wife.
Thus seven of the Ten Commandments
prescribed the rules to love our neighbor;
yet You came to fulfill the ten and more
following the Father’s will at all moments.
We appreciate, Lord, Your light and grace,
grateful for Your many unmerited favors;
so let us live as to give You all the honors,
Your Love alone we pursue in life’s race.
Amen.
