1.

Tell me why we should not be extremely happy!
We’ve a living hope that we by faith can see.
Midst the battles, toil, and trials we gain a vision
Of the glory that forevermore shall be.
Be courageous! Yea, be bold and do not murmur,
For these sufferings last but a little while
When compared unto the glory manifested
To each soul who battles faithfully each mile.

Chorus:

So be crucified with Christ in each temptation!
Then the glory that He has shall be our own.
Songs of praise burst forth in joyous expectation!
We shall praise Him soon in our eternal home.

2.

Have exceeding joy; remember it is written
To rejoice in all temptations that you meet!
It will bring you life, and that in great abundance;
Just believe, endure, and you’ll have victory.
Hallelujah! We are filled with jubilation!
Hallelujah! Praise and honor to His name!
Unto us He’s given such a great salvation;
Yes, He sets us free from all our sin and shame!

3.

O look forward to the day of our redemption
From this evil world so full of sin and wrong.
Here with many tears we’ve battled and we’ve suffered;
There we’ll join together in triumphant song.
Nevermore will there be grief and separation;
We’ll together be for all eternity.
We will soon be going home with jubilation
And in glory dwell with Christ eternally!

Written by Marie Johansen (published in 1929)Composed by Willy RudolphText © Stiftelsen Skjulte Skatters ForlagNorway ⋅ A