1.

By the mercy and grace that is resting over you,
You’ve set forth an example because God’s will you do.
He has chosen you to show
What a glory He’ll bestow
On the souls who will live with eternity in view.

2.

Though you knew there’d be suff’rings, you’ve chosen to obey.
There are times tribulations are hard, upon your way.
You’ve a future that is bright;
Tribulations are but light
When compared to the glory awaiting on that Day.

3.

God is doing a work that but few can understand—
A salvation so glorious within the inner man.
While the world around you storms,
God your inner man transforms.
By His love, every detail in life for this is planned.

4.

You are chosen by God, and upon His Word you’ve stood.
You’ve said Yes to a life that not many others would.
He will lead you to the goal
As you empty out your soul.
You’ll partake of Christ’s nature—His virtues pure and good.

5.

All that comes on your way you with thankfulness accept.
You’ve anointed your face, when in secret you have wept.
At an open door you stand
Which cannot be closed by man,
For with strength that is little, the Word of God you’ve kept.

6.

In the world shadows lengthen and sin’s dark works abound.
Love of many grows cold; not much faith on earth is found.
Bride of Jesus, lift your eyes!
Soon you’ll meet Him in the skies.
Be prepared, watch and pray, for the trumpet soon will sound!

Written in 1981 by Jean W. Hunter (published in 2007)Composed by Joseph P. Webstertraditional american songText © Stiftelsen Skjulte Skatters ForlagUSA ⋅ Bb