I was looking at the directions
that was in the palm of my hand.
And struck upon an Idea,
A really clever plan.
Instead of following the instructions
which seemed kinda confusing.
I would travel my own route
my own brain to be using.
I figured I could save time
taking the shortcut by the Lake.
So I headed off on my own,
till I slipped and my leg did break.
I heard a sound behind me
and looked around the rubble.
Then I saw the person headed for me,
Knowing that he meant trouble.
I cried for help and realized,
That no one knew I was there.
So the person kept on coming,
and left my pockets bare.
So I laid there in my anguish
and began to despair.
When I reflected on my circumstances
that left me get there.
If I had only followed the plan
that had been so carefully detailed.
I would be with my friend
not broken down and failed.
But suddenly my friend showed up,
and seeing my helpless state.
He picked me up and carried me.
But I told him he was too late.
I told him I lost all I had.
The robber left me clean.
He said it didn’t matter.
He had all I did need.
He cared for me and fixed me up.
And gave me more than before.
And now I am thankful,
For a friend like our Lord.
Now I know that Jesus’ plan
is safe and secure.
So I will not wander off,
no matter what the allure.