Away 'cross the Ocean

Away ‘cross the ocean I’m longing to be
To stand in the land that His eyes always see
A land that gives fruit to the people of Yah
Yields blessings to all those to guard the Torah

Away ‘cross the ocean, that land is unique
Both pagans and pilgrims all want her, and seek
A piece of Mount Zion, a claim to that place
But who can go up there? Those given His grace

Away ‘cross the ocean where war never ends
Where strength for the fight is not found in men’s hands
Through promise and wonders His people survive
Where Yah chose to reign, and His Words come alive

Away ‘cross the ocean within a good land
My lot has been promised by royal command
Behold—desolation! Oh, see the land yearn!
The cities and mountains await our return

Away ‘cross the ocean my heritage waits
Oh, how my heart longs for those beautiful gates!
One day I shall live there and see the rebirth
Of Zion, dear city, where heaven meets earth

a sequel to “My Heart’s across the Ocean”
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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