John Wacaster

About this Christian Poet:
Having become a Christian in 1974, John Wacaster writes poems, songs, and short stories. All of his writings reflect the experiences of life and faith, in success or in failure, the grace of God manifest towards sinners and saints.

The Narrow Gate

I do not know why you should strive
With a sinner such as I
To plant my life in perfect grace
To grant a single eye
To bring me to this narrow gate
Where all my bags must stay
Outside the door
Where glory waits
Unseen by passers-by
And if the veil should stretch so thin
Yet not be torn at last
A revelation growing dim as future becomes past
I know that my Redeemer lives
I ask—
Oh God I cry—
Please never Lord give up on me
Please never pass me by
Gather me again through trials
Or ever let me sigh
Until I walk into that place
Where none but they that die
Daily in obedience and trusting faith abide
Lord, make Your love so dwell in me
That I would heed the call
To persevere in knowing you
Until my all in all
Consumes me
Oh Consuming Fire
I love you- Draw me near
So that the Lamb may use my voice to draw another
Clear, Living Water, Life
I am the Lamb's wife
Bring me into your chamber
I do not want to wait
Outside the narrow gate

Copyright ©2009 by John Wacaster