He walked in the footprints of God
His shoes were greatly worn
From the time he was a child
Heaven knew a pastor had been born

A new church to be founded
Empty pews to be filled
Lost souls to be saved
A humble man to do His will

He walked in the footprints of God
Chose the straight and narrow
He cared not for his own glory
He was content in the Master's shadow

So he lifted his hands in praise
Fell to his knees in prayer
Embraced every opportunity
The Lord's words to share

He walked in the footprints of God
Heaven's doors his destination
Never minded the unpaved roads
That led to eternal creation.