The Gate

Two roads diverge, one smooth, one scarred
One gleams with gold, one cold and hard
They call my soul with tempting sound
But one way climbs, one falls to ground

The gate is narrow, few pass through
Yet holds the path where truth shines true

The gate is small, the journey steep
The wide road lures, but brings no peace
I choose the flame, the path of light
It leads beyond the endless night

The crowd sweeps wide, their cheers resound
Bright signs deceive where truth is drowned
Yet whispers call from deep within
The narrow way is where I begin

The narrow path is sharp with pain
Its stones draw blood, its winds disdain
Alone I tread, yet still I strive
For through this gate, my soul's alive

The gate stands firm, its fire my guide
Through sacrifice, I'll reach the light

The gate is small, the journey steep
The wide road lures, but brings no peace
I choose the flame, the path of light
It leads beyond the endless night
(Lead me on!)

The gate burns bright, it calls like fire
Not ease, but truth fuels my desire
I choose the flame, I walk alone
Through blood and thorns, my soul's reborn
(Shine through me!)

The gate is small, the prize is light
Though few may walk, they win the fight
I claim the way, my heart ascends
I walk redeemed through heaven's gate

(I will rise)
(And I am home)