Journey On

I journey on, the way is clear.

No hint of shadow to bring fear.

 We walk and talk, my Lord and I.

I feel His love stream from on high.

I journey on; a cloud appears,

And creeping in are doubts and fears.

But I am steadfast; I will pray.

My Lord will soon send help my way.

I journey on, as more clouds rise,

Soon darkly overcast the skies.

My prayers no answers do receive,

Yet I must try to hope, believe.

I journey on, the valley looms.

The night is dark, and all is gloom.

I cannot find His presence here.

I feel alone; the foe is near.

I stumble on, though faith shaken,

Hope and trust all but forsaken.

Lord, can’t You see that I’m in need?

Where are You now? Why won’t You lead?

I stumble on till finally

The light begins to dawn in me.

The clouds begin to slowly part;

A ray of hope shines in my heart.  

I journey on; at last I feel

My Maker’s presence with me still.

Was He with me all this dark time?

I hear His gentle voice remind:

“I love you so, and always will.

Although at times you do not feel

That I’m close by, I still remain.

I care about your fears, your pain.

My child, your feelings should not be

What makes your faith reality.

For feelings come, and they will go,

But I would never leave you so.

So when the valley comes to thee,

Remember, simply trust in Me.

And journey on, through doubt and fear;

Reach for My hand, I’m always here.”