The waters are smooth And the sailing seems so easy Oh, but things haven't always been this way For I have seen the billows roll Bringing storm clouds to my soul But Jesus has always been my stay
I'm sailing away on the old ship of Zion Sailing to that homeland of the soul Friends and loved ones are waiting To welcome me yonder I'm sailing to my heavenly home
I cannot complain For my trip has been a good one But I know I must be nearing that shore For I can almost see the lights Of my mansion, oh, so bright And Jesus is standing at the door
I'm sailing away on the old ship of Zion Sailing to that homeland of the soul Friends and loved ones are waiting To welcome me yonder I'm sailing to my heavenly home
Friends and loved ones are waiting To welcome me yonder I'm sailing to my heavenly home I'm sailing to my heavenly home
