Author: W. A. Spate Hymnal: The Cyber Hymnal #15012 Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7 Hymnal Title: The Cyber Hymnal First Line: Careworn traveler on life’s ocean Refrain First Line: Nearing, nearing, nearing, nearing Lyrics: 1 Careworn traveler on life’s ocean,
Bound for yonder golden strand,
Look beyond the waves’ commotion,
Thou art nearing that blest land.
Refrain:
Nearing, nearing, nearing, nearing,
Thou art nearing that blest land.
2 Though the sky be dark and gloomy,
And the wild storms loudly roar,
Look with hopeful heart beyond them,
Thou art nearing yon blest shore. [Refrain]
3 Trust in God, and be not fearful—
He will lend a helping hand;
Let thy heart be light and cheerful,
Thou art near the better land. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: DONEGAL
Nearing The Better Land