[Verse 1] Two roads opened when the morning came Both honest work, both carrying a name One offered miles, one promised better pay I held the question through the length of day [Pre-Chorus] What will remain when the paycheck is spent? What will my children remember I meant? [Chorus] Help me choose what matters most Not the brightest offer, not the road I chose Keep my worship close, keep my family near Give me quiet wisdom when the answer isn’t clear If I place the lasting things above my own desire Guide my steps with kindness, lift my heart higher [Verse 2] Could I be present when the congregation meets? Could I come home with enough strength for their needs? Would evening hours leave their questions unheard? Would a longer drive take time from Your Word? [Pre-Chorus] The better life is more than what I earn It’s the love I give, the lessons that I learn [Chorus] Help me choose what matters most Not the brightest offer, not the road I chose Keep my worship close, keep my family near Give me quiet wisdom when the answer isn’t clear If I place the lasting things above my own desire Guide my steps with kindness, lift my heart higher [Bridge] Teach me to weigh each promise in the light To value peace above a passing prize When preference calls and fear begins to speak Make the important things the treasure that I seek [Final Chorus] Help me choose what matters most With a steady heart and faith in what You know Keep my worship close, keep my family near Give me quiet wisdom, make Your purpose clear If I place the lasting things above my own desire Guide my steps with kindness, lift my heart higher [Outro] The lasting things will lead me home With grateful hands, I won’t walk alone
