I know there is a kingdom coming
And the Earth made new
A pure and undefiled life free from trials
Awaits us in the Shepherd's hand
I know this life will surely test me
If only for a little while
Though this fire might burn brightly it's purifying
The faith that God bought for me
So be glad, be glad, be glad
Oh, the Father preserves you
So you'll persevere through
Whatever this life hides in the night
For it cannot withstand His light
I know that I do not belong here
On this Earth for but a day
The pads of the lilies wither before me
But Christ in me will remain
I know though I do not see Him
I could not trust Him more
For out of His mercy He chose to save me
In joy I now will wait for thee
So be glad, be glad, be glad
Oh, the Father preserves you
So you'll persevere through
Whatever this life hides in the night
For it cannot withstand His light
Oh, oh, oh
There's no reason for sorrow
Look to tomorrow
Where you'll be safe with the source of your faith
And where you'll reign with Him
For this the Father preserves you
So you'll persevere through
Whatever this life hides in the night
For it cannot withstand His light
There's no reason for sorrow
Look to tomorrow
Where you'll be safe with the source of your faith
And where you'll reign with Him
So be glad, be glad, be glad
Oh, the Father preserves you
So you'll persevere through
Whatever this life hides in the night
For it cannot withstand His light