There is only one way

To know and love God

One that may be bumpy and indistinct at first

But it does smooth out

The more one trusts and travels it

And while it demands everything of us

And isn't all that popular or embraced

By those who prefer to go along with the crowd

It is the best and surest way to find happiness

And freedom from fear, anxiety, sin

And all the bad feelings we've ever suffered

It isn't the politically correct way

Nor does it lead to instant riches

Or worldly success

Though they were originally based

And founded upon its Precepts

Most religions don't really trust in

And teach it anymore

Why?

Because the Way is the only way

To get to heaven

And to believe and say such a thing in today's world

Is to invite the kind of dissatisfaction

That inspires unenlightened parishioners

To vote for politicians who are doing their best

To destroy the faith in Jesus Christ

Upon which the only Way is built and sustained

John Christopher