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I was a viper, squirming through this world seeking to devour something.

Fangs exposed, dripping with anticipation of the tasty morsels I might find.

Every thought was for my belly; eternally empty and waiting to be filled.

For a reason I can’t explain, a Man came to me and touched my head with a gentle glow of love in His eyes.

Now I am a lamb!

He moved me to a place where He tends over all my brothers.

The vipers are not welcome here.

The wolves prowl around the edge of the flock.

But He dispatches them from harmful intent toward His lambs.

I eat in peace and ponder His beautiful protection all day long.

Before I know I am thirsty, I am led to crystal clear water.

I had no limbs, but now I leap on legs like springs.

I had no beautiful sound to make; a hiss was all I knew.

Now I bleat with joy at the sound of His voice.

All my days are filled with pleasant thoughts because He had mercy to touch me.

Praise to the Lord, the Great Shepherd of the Sheep!

All praise and love to He who lives forever!

Amen.