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Be it the uncertainty of a world beyond
A turn of events in the world behind
The other side of the grave is embraced
Only but a few
But truth be said, death soon must come
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The perception we can outlive its whims
The idea we can miss the anniversary
And live forever more in happiness down here
A misguided fact it can only be
Worse than the dream that a fish will touch no water
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Kings surround themselves with armies
At night they are safely guarded
Be there no enemies that can penetrate their chambers
Only none will catch the thief of life
And soon he must come
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A soul must learn as early as now
To await this uninvited guest
Wishing him away will not help
Staying ready for him will do well
But to them who know the truth
He is but a friend who opens a door
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The Christian must learn like Paul to stay ready
Not in fear of tomorrow, not weary of today
But simply He must learn
That to live is Christ
And yes to die is gain.
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A life in time to Preach 