Hosea 11:1-9; Psalm 80:2,3,15-16; Matthew 10:7-15

loving us
from the beginning
calling us out of darkness
into the light
even in our waywardness
you show us
mercy and love
recognizing your presence
in our life
we are saved
and follow
in simplicity
your way of love
healing
and showing compassion
even as we may experience
rejection or hardship
we move forward
in peace
our minds
and hearts
on you
and heaven
among us

Do you experience God’s presence, love and mercy?
Do you move forward in peace even when rejected or experiencing hardship?