Under The Olive Tree

The River Crossing

We are crossing a river

Deep and wide

And before we enter, let’s pray

And then I have something to say.

We have picked the safest way across

And we’ve tried to think it through

There are some of us who could cross alone

But they are reticent and few

The current is dangerous and swift

But cross the river we must

For here we face annihilation

That far bank is our salvation

Perish none or perish all

We have determined and agreed

So to each other we’ll hold on

And Peter and his men will lead

Remember our deliberations

And calm the little ones - take heed

To each and every admonition

Let’s proceed most carefully

And as we enter into the water

Do not fear or hesitate

Remember angels watching o’er us

On that far shore we’ll celebrate.