(Hallelujah, glory to the Lamb)
Willard, the light is still shining for you.
I see you working hard, the sun hits the fields
Mr. Willard, your sacrifice shows what a heart yields
Even when the road is long and the shadows grow tall
You stand like a mountain, you never let your spirit fall
Though the days feel heavy and the burden is real
There’s a grace in your movement that only God can reveal
Yes Lord, we see the love you pour into every day
Through the sweat and the labor, you show us the way.
Oh, Mr. Willard, you’re the elder we treasure
Your kindness and wisdom are beyond any measure
Even when the tears fall, we know God is near
Bringing peace to the soul and casting out fear
Willard, stay strong, keep holding the line
For in His perfect time, His light is gonna shine
Praise Him, our brother, you’re never alone
God is preparing a place for His own.
I know the children are waiting, I know they miss your face
But every seed that you plant is covered by His grace
They ask for their father when the night gets cold
But your story of faith is a sight to behold
Thank You Jesus, for the strength in his bones
Building up a legacy, better than silver or stones
We feel the ache, but we trust in the plan
Standing beside you, a godly man.
Oh, Mr. Willard, you’re the elder we treasure
Your kindness and wisdom are beyond any measure
Even when the tears fall, we know God is near
Bringing peace to the soul and casting out fear
Willard, stay strong, keep holding the line
For in His perfect time, His light is gonna shine
Praise Him, our brother, you’re never alone
God is preparing a place for His own.
It’s hard to be away, it’s hard to be apart
But God keeps His promise written in your heart
He’s the Father to the fatherless, the comfort in the pain
He’s the shelter in the storm, the sunshine in the rain
Yes Lord, He’s working, He’s moving even now
Resting in His presence, we honor every vow.
So keep your head lifted, keep your eyes on the prize
There’s a beautiful vision right before your eyes
The family is praying, the village is standing tall
Because of the man who answered the call
Mr. Willard, you are blessed, you are chosen, you are strong
You’ve been in the battle, but you’ve belonged all along
Amen, let the spirit move and the heavy burdens lift
Faith is the anchor and life is the gift.
Oh, Mr. Willard, you’re the elder we treasure
Your kindness and wisdom are beyond any measure
Even when the tears fall, we know God is near
Bringing peace to the soul and casting out fear
Willard, stay strong, keep holding the line
For in His perfect time, His light is gonna shine
Praise Him, our brother, you’re never alone
God is preparing a place for His own.
Willard, you’re never alone, oh no
God is with you everywhere you go
Keep holding on, Mr. Willard
Glory, hallelujah, amen.