THE PRIZE
To look upon crystal blue skies,
And see beyond with childlike eyes.
To feel the joy with heart, wide opened,
And to lovingly employ that which they hope in.
To know the power that is given to heirs,
If only they claim it as theirs.
To know love beyond mortal means,
Praising forever with a soul that sings.
To trust and humbly obey,
And stand among needs that sway.
To know Him and love Him,
And to feel his Spirit within.
To be lifted and carried by grace,
And meet Him at the end of the race.
For this is the grand prize,
Though they may not realize.
To stand before the Son,
And smile as He says “Well done.”
written 1999
