Godly Sorrow

Recall how you broke our hearts, Dear Brother,
by the pain that we saw within you.
Recall how you needed our aid, Dear Brother,
but our efforts did naught to renew.

Remember the tears that you shed, Dear Brother,
when helpless and fallen, alone?
Remember the words that you spoke, Dear Brother,
on the step of our quiet home?

Resist the urge to turn back, Dear Brother,
though the path's fraught with trials amassed.
Resist the pull to recant, Dear Brother,
for the future is never the past.

Repentance is more than a word, Dear Brother.
It's more than a deed or a thought.
Repentance, a change of the mind, Dear Brother,
allows us to be what we're not.

Remember that sins are forgiven, Dear Brother,
that it was for you that Christ died.
Remember you're never alone, Dear Brother.
Remember we're here by your side.