Near the Top

The road is often harder near the top
No shadowed glen nor tree to rest awhile
No time to sit in idleness and dreaming
But pressing ever upward in the fight.

We know His presence and His helping hand
He’s there to strengthen and to urge us on.
His gentle words will guide us on our way
Until His glory we shall share beyond.

Take heart dear friend to Him you are so precious
A tested gem with facets clear and bright
To shine His word of hope to those around you
And bring them to His ever glorious light.