TO BE WITH JESUS


When I was young I learned to love the Savior,
And trusted Him for all my needs each day.
And when I had a heartache or a problem,
With grateful heart I went to Him to pray.

So many things I wanted to accomplish,
That Heaven scarcely ever came to mind.
But still I loved to pray and read the Bible,
Where there each day exciting things I’d find.

The years went by – I loved, was wed, had children,
And life was full, while death seemed far away.
Though some dear friends and family went to Heaven,
My thoughts were still on living life each day.

But now I find that age has changed my focus,
And every day I’m longing for the place
In that fair land where heartaches will be banished,
And I can look upon my Savior’s face.

The time cannot be long until I see Him,
And thank Him for the price He paid for me.
What joy will fill my heart when I rest safely
In Christ’s dear arms for all eternity!

By Betty Jo Mings