BEHIND THE BARS

One day I went to a prison to look for a friend.
I searched for him 'til the days end.
Jesus said to me, "Take a look at where you are".

And I found myself behind the bars.

I looked at the guys and listening as to why they were here,
Jesus planted a seed in my mind that I, also, was here.
As He reminded me to "take a look at where you are",
I realized even more that I was the one behind the bars.

Then He said, "I was in prison and you came to me."
I had a need for deliverance and forgiveness, you see.
For all the wrong I had done left on my heart a scar.
Then at that moment I knew I was the one behind the bars.

My heart pounded as I felt His presence among us.
I will restore you to health, I will heal you of your wounds", said Jesus.
And now my sins are forgiven, I am healed, and my faith is restored.
I AM NO LONGER THE ONE BEHIND THE BARS! PRAISE THE LORD!

Jimmie Dean Parris

2009