On a tightrope I inch along
Careful not to do any wrong

One misstep and I will fall
As the rope wavers I stall

How did I ever get to this place
Far from GOD's mercy and grace


The roar of the lion terrifies
So many questions so many whys

A whip in one hand in the other a chair
The lion senses my fear and despair

How did I ever get to this place
Far from GOD's mercy and grace


Painted face with a painted smile
Amusing others I clown for awhile

Pretending to enjoy when really I'm sad
Saying life is good when really it's bad

How did I ever get to this place
Far from GOD's mercy and grace


Play my game and you will win
Carnies entice again and again

For just a little you will get a lot
Surely it is worth at least one shot

How did I ever get to this place
Far from GOD's mercy and grace


Beyond the festivity of the circus tent
Are people living life as it was meant

People who walk on solid ground
People who never clown around

How can I ever get to this place
Near to GOD's mercy and grace


Leaving the trappings of the show
Getting away from the spotlight's glow

As I distance myself from expectation
In His presence is peaceful relaxation

All my works had kept me from this place
Where I feel His love and see His face


Faith is not what we do but who we are
Faith never performs or is a superstar

It simply believes in GOD's mercy and grace
It finds comfort in looking into Father's face

Faith is a small child who has a big trust
Knowing that GOD will do what He must

My Father's home is a wondrous place
I will live daily in His mercy and grace


.....peace.....