The Lenten Fast

This is the fast I choose today:
     To loose the bonds of the oppressed,
     To bring Christ's hope to the distressed,
     To bring Christ's cheer
          Till He appears
                In fine array
                That glorious day.

This is the fast I choose this Lent:
     Ho! 'Do not judge, do not react, do not resent.'
     To bring Christ's peace as I repent
     To bring Christ tears
           Till He appears
                 In fine array
                 That glorious day.

This is the fast I choose today:
     To share our bread through open doors.
     To bring Christ's love unto the poor.
     To bring Christ near
          Till He appears
                In fine array
                That glorious day.

Julie Dunlap  2-23-2013