A Better Country

 

This old world is not my home,

For there's a better land I know;

So perfect, pure, and beautiful;

Where peace, joy, and eternal blessings flow!

 

No more trials and temptations;

No tempter to hurt or kill;

No sickness, pain, and suffering;

Not one will say, "I'm ill."

 

No more care, worry, and sorrow;

No sadness, guilt, or fear;

No sighing, crying, and weeping;

For Jesus will dry all tears!

 

No more death, sin, and sinners;

No strife, hatred, or war;

No fighting, killing, and dying;

All troubles wil be o'er!

 

Yes, this old world will pass away,

For the Bible tells me so;

But my home is in an "heavenly country"

Where Jesus dwells I long to go!