Every smile, every kiss
I always knew were a gift
You blessed me far beyond my wildest dream
The sound of laughter
A peaceful stream
Splashing through fields of green
Overwhelmed by the joy You’ve given me

From Your hand comes love and peace
But that nail pierced hand knows pain and grief
They’re woven in Your plan
I’d be the first to say I don’t understand
My heart is crushed, and I feel so weak
But I know You share my pain

Chorus
Heaven’s getting sweeter with every passing year
The joy of Zion stronger with every falling tear
This world has lost it’s hold on me, My heart is set above
Where my Saviour waits for me with all those I have loved

I will not cry, with no hope
Though tears may fall and my heart is broke
I will look, to the One who rose again
Thank You for each breath You give
For giving me this life to live
Every step I take belongs to You

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Someday I’ll stand beside You
And we’ll walk on streets of gold
Then we’ll hear the sound of laughter
Like a river uncontrolled