There Is A Favorite Summer Sport

Date: February 1977

There is a favorite summer sport
And many call it fun
It takes a boat, a bit of skill
A lake or river �neath the sun

The object of the game is thrills
Those who�ve tried it say
�It took away my worried thoughts 
And give me peace that day�

With this remark to those who hear
A thought then springs to mind
It�s just what I�ve been looking for
For that I�ll take the time

What is this sport that I can learn
And to a book I�ll run
To read and try directions
I�m drawn to thrills and fun

It�s water skiing � not so new
Be taught by one who�s tried
A skillful teacher He�s become
So let Him be your guide

He�ll teach you how to hold the rope
With skis beneath your feet
And pull you from a down position
Atop the water deep

But holding fast is now a must
To glide across the top
As underneath you�d sink so fast
If you�d let go or stop

Now with this picture drawn to mind
Let�s change the scene to see 
That Peter�s walk on top of water
Was no incredibility
There is a favorite summer sport
(continued)
This ark is pulling out to sea
Our Lord is casting lines
He�ll pull you up to be His bride
And bless you for all times

If you�re not sure and you�re in doubt
I pray that you will look
And see just how to find this joy
It�s in the Holy Book.

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