I Believe Squire E. Parsons Jr. Safe Passage Music/BMIVerse 1 I believe that the Christ who died that day on Calvary’s mountain Is living today and intercedes in Heaven above I believe that He opened up that day a healing fountain Where the weary and wounded soul shall rest in His wonderful loveChorus I believe that He died for me and for you I believe that His love will carry me through And He walks with me, along the way I believe that He rose up from the grave I believe that He still has power to save And He’s coming back, hallelujah, some wonderful dayVerse 2 I believe that His Word is ever true a firm foundation Though others may doubt His Holy Word I know that it’s true I’m depending upon His precious blood for full salvation And praise His dear name I know there’s nothing else I can do

It’s Just About to Begin Joseph Habedank, Aaron Wilburn HabeHolt Music/BMI Darby Corner Music/SESACVerse 1 I saw a sign the other day that said the end is near And the morning headlines say that troubled times are here The things this world keeps telling me try to fill my heart with dread But I’m listening to another voice and this is what it says.Chorus It’s not just about over, it’s just about to begin We’ll just be gettin’ started singin’ a song that’ll never end A million years of praise and then we’ll start all over again It’s not just about over, it’s just about to beginVerse 2 I’ve even seen some saints of God with their heads bowed low Still talking ‘bout the good ole days and times of long ago But church, our best days are ahead, here’s some news from the other side Lift up your head O child of God, redemption draweth nigh.

It’s Not Long Until Forever Rebecca J. Peck, Dianne Wilkinson Thomas Peck Music/BMI Christian Taylor Music/BMIVerse 1 How our spirits have been yearning For the place where we belong We await Christ’s soon returning For it’s then we’ll be at home. Verse 2 Time at last will have no measure In that land of endless day We’ve been promised something better Thank the Lord, I’m on my way!Chorus It’s not long until forever It awaits us one and all Signs we’ve seen are growing clearer Soon we’ll hear the trumpet call Then the waiting will be over Every earthly trial done It’s not long until forever Even so, Lord Jesus, come

Martin Cook

I’ve Found a Faithful Friend Leonard Fletcher Inspirations Quartet Music/BMIVerse 1 When the hurt goes deeper than the deepest place your heart has ever known When you’re standing in your darkest trial and it seems you’re standing all alone When the tears fall down like bitter rain and you’re wondering if the sun will shine again In the midst of disappointment look around you’ll find a Faithful FriendChorus He’s walked through my darkest valley shining light upon the Lily by the way He has picked me up and held me, when I thought I could not face another day And when my heart had stopped its singing, and my mind was simply searching for an end I can tell you by experience, I found a Faithful FriendVerse 2 Jesus is a Friend that sticks closer than any brother ever can When the ones that you have trusted prove untrue, on Him you can depend He will never fail or let you down and His love will help your broken heart to mend So pick up the broken pieces and turn around, you’ll find a Faithful Friend

God’s Word Will Stand Leonard Fletcher Inspirations Quartet Music/BMIVerse 1 What has happened to a nation that used to fear the Lord? To a people whose foundation was built upon God’s Word We’ve allowed the world’s opinion to chart a different way But it’s time the church of Jesus Christ should boldly stand and sayChorus God’s Word will stand, Against the raging tide, of those who criticize, and work their evil plans God’s Word will stand Against the gates of Hell, with power to prevail, in the hearts of man God’s Word will standVerse 2 You can take it from the courthouse walls, remove it from the schools Teach our children that we’re animals, speak against the Golden Rule Try and hide our Christian heritage from the public eye But they’ll never overcome God’s Word, no matter how they tryBridge It is forever settled, to evermore endure It’s the only way a sinner’s heart can ever be made pure

Melton Campbell

Matt Dibler

Farther Along W. B. Stevens, J.R. Baxter Jr. Stamps Baxter Music/BMIVerse 1 Tempted and tried we’re oft made to wonder Why it should be thus all the day long While there are others living about us Never molested though in the wrongChorus Farther along we’ll know all about it Father along we’ll understand why Cheer up my brother, live in the sunshine We’ll understand it all by and byVerse 2 When we see Jesus coming in glory When He comes from His home in the sky Then we shall meet Him in that bright mansion We’ll understand it all by and by

I Wouldn’t Take Nothing for My Journey Now Rusty Goodman, Jimmie Davis Jimmie Davis Music/BMIVerse 1 I started out traveling for the Lord many years ago I had a lot of heartache, had a lot of grief and woe But when I would stumble then I would humble down And there thank the Lord I wouldn’t take nothing for my journey nowChorus I wouldn’t take nothing for my journey now, got to make it to Heaven somehow Though the devil tempts me and he tries to turn me around He’s offered everything that’s got a name, all the wealth I want and worldly fame If I could, still I wouldn’t take nothing for my journey nowVerse 2 There’s nothing in this world that can ever take the place of God’s Love Silver and gold could never buy a mighty touch from above When my soul needs healing and I begin feeling His power I can say, “Praise the Lord, I wouldn’t take nothing for my journey now.”

News from Heaven Jon Epley Asheville Music Publishing/BMI Chris White Music/BMIVerse 1 I sat down to read the Sunday paper, it was full of violence, war, and poverty About that time a man came on the radio, saying things look bad for our economy So I got up, turned off the news, and put the paper down And picked up my old Bible, and this is what I foundChorus The news report from Heaven says that God’s still on the throne And He’s still saving souls and answering prayer He knows what tomorrow holds and what’ll happen years from now He knows because He’s already there Our loved ones who have gone before, well they’re still doing fine The future over there is looking bright I just got a news report from Heaven, and found out everything will be alrightVerse 2 Now I don’t know what trials you are facing A wayward child, or loved one lost in death Does each day bring a struggle deep inside your soul To overcome a life of failure or regret Friend, don’t despair, don’t give up hope, don’t let life get you down For Jesus has the answer, when answers can’t be found

Myron Cook

Land of Promise Rebecca J. Peck, Dianne Wilkinson Thomas Peck Music/BMI Christian Taylor Music/BMIVerse 1 When this failing flesh gives way to immortality, I will have a brand new body, from all pain set free, Changed to be like Jesus, no more suffering or tears. Things that here on earth look dim will then be crystal clear.Chorus To the land of promise, I am longing now to go. Everlasting joy awaits me, beyond this world of woe. Not a trace of sorrow; all is glorious and blessed In the land of promise where my soul will be at rest.Verse 2 Now I’m waiting for the day, when the saints will walk by sight In the Savior’s presence, everything will be just right. He assured me Heaven when He claimed me as His own. Nothing here can hold me, for I’m saved and headed home.

The Last Song Mark Dibler Rock Altar Publishing/BMIVerse 1 The saints have been singing for many, many years We’ve sung through our triumph, we’ve sung through our tears We’ve sung about Jesus and God’s amazing grace But this could be the last song we sing in this placeChorus This could be the last song we sing in this place The next song we sing we could be with Him face to face The next song could be the first song we sing on Heaven’s shore We’ll be singing with Jesus forevermore. Verse 2 You’re tired and you’re weary from life’s long road You’ve fought so faithfully but the battle’s taken its toll Don’t let Satan steal your joy Christian keep on making a joyful noiseBridge He is the reason for a song He’ll never leave us all alone We will see Him and it won’t be very long We’ll be singing with Jesus forevermore

Jon Epley

Luke Vaught

Produced by: Jeff Collins, Martin Cook, Scott Barnett Recording Engineers: Scott Barnett at Crossroads Studios, Arden, NC

Mixed and Mastered by: Scott Barnett at Crossroads Studios, Arden, NCAdditional Post Production: Mylon Hayes

Photography: Sandlin GaitherGraphic Design: Lynn O’Hara, Art & Design Den

Musicians:Jeff Collins: piano, keyboards

Tim Surrett: upright bassDavid Johnson: acoustic guitar, mandolin, fiddle, resonator guitar, harmonica, steel guitar

ggghhhLabel Coordinators:A&R Executive: Mickey Gamble

A&R Associate: Rich CristStudio Services: Jeff Collins

Distribution Services: Scott WagnerRadio Services: Jim Stover

Layout & Publishing: Greg BentleyFinancial Services: Vickie Collins

Marketing Director: Ty Gilpin

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1. I Believe 2:26 2. It’s Not Long Until Forever 3:54

3. It’s Just About to Begin 3:05 4. I’ve Found a Faithful Friend 4:16

5. God’s Word Will Stand 3:36 6. I Wouldn’t Take Nothing for My Journey Now 2:18

7. Farther Along 3:54 8. News from Heaven 3:07

9. Land of Promise 3:20 10. The Last Song 3:10

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