What Jesus Gives
by Barbara Philbrook

What does Jesus give to those who accept His gift of salvation?
He gives so much more than any ever seen in our imagination.

And the amazing part of it all,
everything comes in the package deal when on His name you call.

The faith to believe, the power to receive,
the strength to grieve and the peace that does relieve.

These are just a few of the blessings Jesus does bestow,
as to His altar you and I willingly go.

Every time there was something I needed from my loving Savior,
I would plead with Him, now I see that was such silly behavior.

Once I accepted Jesus and surrendered to Him,
all of the benefits of salvation immediately did begin.

No need to beg for the outpouring of the Spirit,
I did and then cried because I thought Jesus didn't hear it.

No all of that is included you see,
so great is the love God has for you and me.

We must recognize it's a part of the salvation plan,
part of the gift already given to every man.

We must receive it or claim it and expect it's arrival,
the contents of the package assures our survival.

Every aspect will be revealed at precisely the right time,
trusting in Jesus instead of worrying can be so sublime.

Oh I'm not saying there will never be sadness or sorrow,
but we won't be crushed, we'll be looking toward heaven's tomorrow.

Knowing the full rewards in the salvation plan,
helps us remember we are held in Gods own hand.

Provisions have been made for our every need,
so come on world, with God's grace we will succeed.

What Jesus gives allows us peace of mind,
as we face life's most trying times.

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