1.

O what joy! Our songs are ringing!
Christ came to save! Rose from the grave!
Liberation to us bringing,
In our hearts His peace He gave!

Chorus:

Though storms are raging, we will never fear!
We know that Jesus Christ is near.
Now we believe in Him alone!
And as His bride we shall be known.

2.

Now in freedom we are living;
Sin that clung fast From us we cast.
Praise and thanks to God we’re giving!
Worldly ways for us are past.

3.

We’ll be faithful now and ever!
Serving our Lord, Keeping His Word—
From all selfish ways we’ll sever!
We’ll proclaim the truth we’ve heard.

4.

Be alert in each endeavor!
Follow God’s Son! Show what He’s done!
We will honor God forever!
Brothers! Sisters! Onward run!

Written in 1937 by Elihu Pedersen (published in 1937)traditional Norwegian melody from 1840 "Valdres-sangen" ("Valdres-Song")Text © Stiftelsen Skjulte Skatters ForlagNorway ⋅ D