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| 1 |
O, when shall I see Jesus, And reign with Him above? And from the flowing fountain, Drink ever lasting love? When shall I be delivered From this vain world of sin? And with my blessed Jesus, Drink endless pleasures in. (Chorus) |
O WHEN shall I see Jesus!, Stanza 1 |
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| Chorus |
O! had I wings I would fly away and be at rest, And I'd praise God in His bright abode. |
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| 2 |
But now I am a soldier, My Captain's gone before; He's given me my orders, And bids me ne'er give o'er; His promises are faithful— A righteous crown He'll give, And all His valiant soldiers Eternally shall live. (Chorus) |
O WHEN shall I see Jesus!, Stanza 2 |
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| 3 |
Through grace I feel determined To conquer, though I die, And then away to Jesus On wings of love I'll fly: Farewell to sin and sorrow I bid them both adieu! And oh, my friends, prove faithful, And on your way pursue. (Chorus) |
O WHEN shall I see Jesus!, Stanza 3 |
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| 4 |
Whene'er you meet with troubles And trials on your way, Then cast your care on Jesus, And don't forget to pray. Gird on the gospel armor Of faith, and hope, and love, And when the combat's ended, He'll carry you above. (Chorus) |
O WHEN shall I see Jesus!, Stanza 4 |
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| 5 |
O, do not be discouraged, For Jesus is your friend; And if you lack for knowledge He'll not refuse to lend. Neither will He upbraid you, Though often you request, He'll give you grace to conquer And take you home to rest. (Chorus) |
O WHEN shall I see Jesus!, Stanza 5 |