For Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela
I have sailed ‘cross the stormy sea
Climbed that steep mountain
Travelled hard dusty road
I have come long way
Now am on my way
The times have battered me
I’ve been in great pain
Carrying a heavy load
On my troubled mind
For all this time
I swallowed bitter cups of tea
Cracked stones in icy rain
Now am on board
The Lord’s own train
I cried to You
And You took my hand
For what I’d gone through
Brought me out of the sand
Now fill me with Thy Spirit
Renew me with Thy Spirit
Lift me ‘cross heaven’s door
Where my treasures are stored
