The End of the Road

1996

My child as you start on your journey today,
I bow my head faithfully and humbly pray
That the Lord will walk with you and lighten your load.
So your heart can keep focused on the end of the road.
As you knock on each door, proclaiming God's word,
May your faith never falter when discouragements heard.
The message you carry, though not always welcome, IS true.
It is the only true gift with any eternal value. 
The reward that is bestowed upon you and each believer,
Is the incredulous glory of living again with our Redeemer.
When you find a home where warm hearts abode,
You'll find your steps quickened towards the end of the road.
At the end of the road are treasures your eyes can't yet see.
But your heart knows what is waiting ahead for thee.
The castle you're building measures in more than silver and gold.
Each brick made of love and memories forever to hold.
So when ready ears are listening and eyes fall upon you.
Do what it takes to let them know the gospel you share is true.
Sing, pray, and honor Him until your bosom does burn.
Your rewards will be great for each soul you return. 
When you meet members of the church, old and new,
Who open their homes and hearts up to you.
May they think of your family who sent you with care,
Remembering you always each night in their prayers.
At last my child, when your precious journey is through,
You will find us at home, waiting here for you.
We will be doing our own work to lighten the load.
Adding bricks to our castle at the end of the road.