~WHY DID YOU DO IT~

Oh, Lord, why did You do it?  How could You die for me?
How could You suffer on the cross, as You did at Calvary?
When I think of how they scourged you, and beat You black and blue,
I realise that punishment was meant for me, not for You.

When I think about the crown of thorns, so jagged and so cruel,
I wonder why You took that shame for this poor, misguided fool.
I think about those massive nails driven in Your hands and feet,
And wonder why You bore that pain for a liar and a cheat.

Why did You let them pierce Your side and Your blood pour to the ground?
Why did You take the jibes and jeers of the people gathered round?
Why did You ask Your Father to forgive them for what they'd done?
For they had blatantly murdered His one and only Son.

"My precious child, don't you see, I did it all for you,
So you'd be free of sin and shame, and could be born anew.

I'm not like others in your life; my love for you will never end,
And you can always trust in me to be your faithful friend.

I'll be the lamp to guide your way when you are lonely and afraid,
And you can always count on me to keep the promises I've made.
When storms are raging all around I'll guide you safely through,
And when your strength is failing, your courage I'll renew.

I'll be your fortress, safe and strong, when your foes are all around,
And by the power of sin and death you are no longer bound.
When pain and sorrow fill your heart, my joy will make you strong,
And fear and doubt will have to flee, for in my child they don't belong.

My blood was shed to wash you clean, and cleanse you from your sin,
And when you ask me to forgive, your new life can begin.
So reach out to me, my precious child, and give to me your heart,
And I will always be with you, and from your side will not depart."

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