I'm pressing on the upward way, New heights I'm gaining every day; Still praying as I onward bound, Lord, plant my feet on higher ground. Lord, lift me up and let me stand, By faith, on Heaven's table land; Where love and joy and light abound Lord, plant my feet on higher ground. My heart has no desire to stay Where doubts arise and fears dismay; Tho' some may dwell where these abound, My constant aim is higher ground. Beyond the mist i fain would rise, To rest beneath unclouded skies; Above earth's turmoil peace is found, By those who dwell on higher ground. I long to scale the utmost height, Though rough the way, and hard the fight; My song, while climbing, shall resound, Lord, lead me on to higher ground. Lord, lead me up the mountain side I dare not climb without my guide And, heaven gained, I'll gaze around, With grateful heart from higher ground.