From 1 Corinthians 15:56-58:  “The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law.  But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.  Therefore, my beloved brothers and sisters, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord because you know that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.”

Each advancing year

Blessed by Father’s love

Overcoming through faith

Joy’s praises soar above

Journey’s protector

Loved by Holy Son

Reconciling sin’s sting

Heaven’s work shall be done

Resurrection’s light

Powered by Son’s grace

Transforming forgiveness

Today’s peace to embrace

Steadfast in spirit

Encouraged by Son

Raising up hope’s outlook

Tomorrow’s rising sun

Mercy found in Christ

Discouraged no more

Witnessing Calvary

Redemption’s open door

From the words of English preacher, Charles Spurgeon:  “By perseverance the snail reached the ark.”