The Mountain

I continue to work my way up the mountain,
Walking along the steep path
Following the narrow road.

Such a difficult path is walked
Sometimes painfully
Often wearily
Always determinedly
By faith.

I look around at my fellow climbers
Many have fallen
Prey to the lions, pitfalls, and storms.
Too many no longer get up.

Sometimes I stumble,
But my guide picks me up
Again and again.

However, as time passes
And the climb continues
I grow weary
I grow weak
I grow burdened
Down with life’s worries and cares

What a heavy load.
Why go on?

Once more, my guide encourages me
Once more, He gives me strength.
I will help you each step of the way
I will always be there for you
I will never let you go
You must move on.

He reminds me that
Although we have troubles
We are not defeated
Although we are lost
We do not lose hope
Although we are attacked
We do not falter
Although we suffer
We are never alone.

I walk on.

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