Counterpoise

Where am I going
In such a hurry?
Am I so pressed to stride
Towards that shining light?

Professing a belief
In God's eternal plan,
Having experienced moments
Of peace and tranquility,
I know this one moment
Of pain and press
Cannot but pass away in time.

Assured of an opportunity to serve,
This discordant note will counterpoise
And heighten the ecstasy for us all
When the bells of time ring out
And herald peace of earth,
Goodwill to all.