A Gentle Guide to Grace
Be careful how you judge a soul,
And keep your own perspective whole.
Don’t let another’s bitter voice
Dictate your spirit or your choice;
Step back from gossip's hasty blend,
And meet your neighbor as a friend.
For often those we once passed by
With skeptic heart or cautious eye,
Become the ones who light our days
In unexpected, warmest ways.
But watch the one who seeks your ear,
With whispers you should fear to hear.
The one who paints all others bad
To keep you close or make you sad,
May weave a net to pull you down
And turn your smile into a frown.
Observe them with a closer view,
Lest they become the end of you.
For every soul beneath the sun
Deserves a love that's never done.
Let warmth and kindness freely flow,
And watch how blessings start to grow.
When love is leading every stride,
The grace of God is by your side.