Jesus, As I Draw Near to You…
Jesus, as I draw near to you, hear my prayer.
My eyes may be closed,
I may not be able to speak with my voice,
But this prayer is deep within me.
My life is near its end,
My body has provided me with what I’ve needed.
And it’s time to leave it and let it go.
But those around me are not so easy to let go.
It is through them that I have seen your face,
And experienced your presence.
It is through them that I’ve learned to give and love,
And become more like You.
It is with them I have borne many difficulties and suffering,
And become more like you.
It is with them that I have so many cherished memories,
Timeless, true, and holy.
I have been their guardian and protector.
I worry about them and the world I leave.
How can I let them go?
But in my heart, I know it’s time,
I have done my best, and have given all I’ve had.
Surrender I will,
To You, who draws me closer.
Trusting, I will let go, of those I love.
Because I know,
You will care for them,
As you did for me, until you call them home,
With us.
To the One who has saved me and set me free.
It is You and Your radiant light I see,
Without my eyes, drawing me closer.
Jesus, take my hand and lead me home.