TO WEAR THE CROWN

We are heirs to the Kingdom
children of our mighty King,
He gave to us His only Son
who took away death’s sting.

While on the earth He wore the crown
the Father’s will He did accept,
Obedient up to the end
to His final ragged breath.

How can we ever thank Him?
how can we make recompense,
He suffered for us out of love
He was pure and innocent.

When He says go, then I will go
when He says stay, I’ll stay,
accepting always with a smile
His plan for me each day.

I’ll wear the crown and with my ‘yes’
each joy each sacrifice,
lifted up to give Him glory
I will gladly pay the price.

Margaret Rose Larrivee
Apr. 11, 1994