The End of the Road

Why does the end seem so harsh and unforgiving? It seems as if the closer you get to your goal the harder and farther away it seems. Curses fly at you like daggers, ill intentions are around every corner and life itself seems to want to devour me. Why? Is that why so many people fail? Where can I find comfort and rest? How do I keep from giving up? The goal seems less and less attainable and even less attractive. God, please give me the stregnth to endure. Grant me rest when I close my eyes and peace in my waking hours. This I pray in your name. Amen.