The Lifeboat
(traditional, arranged by B. Linton)

We're floating down the stream of time, we have not long to stay
The stormy clouds of darkness will turn to brightest day
Then let us all take courage for we're not left alone
The life-boat soon is coming to gather the Jewels home

Then cheer, my brothers cheer, our trials will soon be o'er
Our loved ones we shall meet, shall meet upon the golden shore
We're pilgrims and we're strangers here, we're seeking a city to come
The life-boat soon is coming to gather the Jewels home

The life-boat soon is coming by eye of faith I see
As she sweeps through the waters to rescue you and me
And land us safely in the port with friends we love so dear
"Get ready," cries the Captain, "O look, she's almost here"

Then cheer, my sisters cheer, our trials will soon be o'er
Our loved ones we shall meet, shall meet upon the golden shore
We're pilgrims and we're strangers here, we're seeking a city to come
The life-boat soon is coming to gather the Jewels home

Now's the time to get on board while she is passing by
But if you stand and wait too long, you shall forever die
The fare is paid for one and all, the Captain bids you come
And get on board the life-boat she'll carry you safely home

Then cheer, my brothers cheer, our trials will soon be o'er
Our loved ones we shall meet, shall meet upon the golden shore
We're pilgrims and we're strangers here, we're seeking a city to come
The life-boat soon is coming to gather the Jewels home

BRENDA LINTON: lead and backing vocals, acoustic guitar
JOE NEWBERRY: acoustic guitar
LANELLE DAVIS: acoustic bass, backing vocals
SUSAN KETCHIN: backing vocals
EMY SCOVILLE: backing vocals
SHAWN ALDRIDGE: mandolin
PHILIP SULLIVAN: dobro