THE GATHERING CLOUDS

When storm clouds gather round us
Do trembles come from fear?
Is our faith badly shaken
For all that we hold dear?

Or can we hold our heads up
With hearts and minds steadfast
Facing such perils bravely
Until the trials are past?

This world is full of heartache
For this we know is true
We can't solve all our problems
Nor know just what to do.

We must first see the reason
For badness so
Love with strong faith for man's maker
And promised things will show.

This brings us all contentment
No fear can wipe away
And our faith will never leave us
Who cares what men may say.

So let us pull together
To stay on God's right way
Then we'll know hope's fulfillment
That joyous happy day.