Near and Dear, The Name of Jesus

Homework Assignment for our Writer's Group; 

write about something/Someone near and dear to you...  

She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, 

because he will save his people from their sins."

Matt.1:21

Near and dear

The grace of Jesus

Life and light and victory

Faithful friend

His Presence eases

Fear, despair, uncertainty

Near and dear

The love of Jesus

What a promise we receive

From death’s curse

His mercy frees us

At the moment we believe

Near and dear

The hope of Jesus

Faith, for sight is far too dim

Still, His whisper

Gently pleases

All who put their trust in Him  

Near and dear

The name of Jesus

As upon His name we call

Satan, his

Darkness releases

Jesus, grace, love, hope for all

© Janet Martin