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Originally written by Laurentius Laurenti and later translated into English by Sarah Findlater, this hymn was shaped by the church’s hope in Christ’s return and the promise of redemption. This hymn calls believers to live with watchfulness and confidence as we wait for the coming of our Savior.
These lyrics lift our eyes beyond the brokenness of this world and set them on the glory that is to come. The saints who once suffered now reign with Christ, and the same Savior who welcomed them will one day gather His people from every generation into His kingdom. Our hope is not rooted in this world, but in the promised return of Jesus who will set all things right.
As we come to the final episode of Season 6, we’re thankful for the chance to walk through these timeless hymns together. Be sure to watch, share, and subscribe, and leave a comment below to tell us how this hymn has encouraged you.
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Rejoice! Rejoice, believers,
And let your lights appear;
The evening is advancing,
And darker night is near.
The Bridegroom is arising,
And soon is drawing nigh;
Up, pray and watch and wrestle;
At midnight comes the cry.
Go forth as He approaches,
With alleluias clear;
The marriage feast is waiting,
The gates wide open stand.
Arise, O heirs of glory;
The Bridegroom is at hand.
The saints, who here in patience
Their cross and sufferings bore,
Shall live and reign forever
When sorrow is no more.
Around the throne of glory
The Lamb they shall behold;
In triumph cast before Him
Their diadems of gold.
Our hope and expectation,
O Jesus, now appear;
Arise, O Sun so longed for,
O’er this benighted sphere.
With hearts and hands uplifted
We plead, O Lord, to see
The day of earth’s redemption
That sets Your people free!
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Originally written by Laurentius Laurenti and later translated into English by Sarah Findlater, this hymn was shaped by the church’s hope in Christ’s return and the promise of redemption. This hymn calls believers to live with watchfulness and confidence as we wait for the coming of our Savior.
These lyrics lift our eyes beyond the brokenness of this world and set them on the glory that is to come. The saints who once suffered now reign with Christ, and the same Savior who welcomed them will one day gather His people from every generation into His kingdom. Our hope is not rooted in this world, but in the promised return of Jesus who will set all things right.
As we come to the final episode of Season 6, we’re thankful for the chance to walk through these timeless hymns together. Be sure to watch, share, and subscribe, and leave a comment below to tell us how this hymn has encouraged you.
facebook.com/hymnsofgrace
instagram.com/hymnsofgrace
twitter.com/hymnsofgrace
Rejoice! Rejoice, believers,
And let your lights appear;
The evening is advancing,
And darker night is near.
The Bridegroom is arising,
And soon is drawing nigh;
Up, pray and watch and wrestle;
At midnight comes the cry.
Go forth as He approaches,
With alleluias clear;
The marriage feast is waiting,
The gates wide open stand.
Arise, O heirs of glory;
The Bridegroom is at hand.
The saints, who here in patience
Their cross and sufferings bore,
Shall live and reign forever
When sorrow is no more.
Around the throne of glory
The Lamb they shall behold;
In triumph cast before Him
Their diadems of gold.
Our hope and expectation,
O Jesus, now appear;
Arise, O Sun so longed for,
O’er this benighted sphere.
With hearts and hands uplifted
We plead, O Lord, to see
The day of earth’s redemption
That sets Your people free!
#HymnsOfGrace
#Hymnology
#ChristianMusic
#WorshipMusic
#AdventHope
#ChristOurHope
#JesusIsComing
#ChurchMusic
