Classic Poem

The Vineyard

There are many who go to the Vineyard
 To answer the call of the Lord,
With an eye not alone to the labor
 But looking for great rewards.
They will work with a zest near the highway
 Where those passing by can see
But will drop from the ranks in a moment
 If placed in obscurity.

Yet, the vines at the back of the Vineyard
 Were set out with equal care
And the Master has never forgotten
 How many He planted there.
And the Lord who has called us to labor
 Knows best what each man can do
So be quick to go out in the Vineyard
 Though few may notice you.

For the grapes at the back of the Vineyard
 May grow on the precious stalk
That the Lord would not put near the roadside
 Where the thieves and the thoughtless walk.
And the place where He bids you to labor
 May seem a forsaken plot

But prove out in the plan of the Master
 A specially cherished spot!
Then go out to the place He has given
 Nor question His high decree
But be true to your task till the end time
 Though few may know or see
And the grapes on your side of the Vineyard
 May prove to be Eshol's brand
When the labor is done and the workers
 Before Him, shall stand.English