Michael McLean is the author and songwriter. Here is a bit of a quote. Hope it makes you curious to listen to the song. I've definitely felt this way a few times.
"Why is it, I wondered, that the lost souls get so much attention in the scriptures. If you’re a prodigal son and come home your dad throws a party. If you’re a world-class persecutor on the road to Damascus you get a light and a voice. Even if you’re a sheep that strays from the fold the good shepherd leaves the ninety and nine good guy sheep in search of the lost one.
The argument can be made that all of us are lost, and these stories remind us that no matter how far we’ve strayed or how far we’ve fallen, there’s hope and a way back. These stories are EXACTLY what you need to hear when you’re feeling lost and alone.
But what about the people who aren’t particularly lost, but may feel unnoticed? What about the ones who are carpooling cub scouts, serving in the soup kitchens, taking clothing to good will, donating blood, singing in the choir, volunteering at the hospital, visiting the nursing home, tutoring students, teaching Sunday School, coaching little league and doing the thousand of other activities the regular good guys do...without any spotlights or fanfare, without seeking any credit, without building up themselves up, but rather, wearing out their lives more or less being the kind of people the good shepherd doesn’t have to worry about. What about them?
I was rather surprised at how intensely I asked this question and how quickly I got a musical answer..."http://www.ldsmag.com/component/zine/article/6454?ac=1
I'm beginning to realize that when the Lord says "where much is given, much is required," He also means that we should work as hard at obeying His commandments as we do at just enjoying the love He has to offer. The second has been pretty tough for me, but this song sure helps! (You're welcome! So fun to share!)
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