The Upper Window

When God spake unto Noah, and told him to build the ark

Author: John C. Bieri
Tune: [When God spoke unto Noah, and told him to build the ark]
Published in 7 hymnals

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1. When God spoke unto Noah, and told him to build the ark,
The Lord knew well the vessel would cheerless be and dark,
So God said, “Build a window, with outlook toward the sky,
That when it’s dark and lonesome, you’ll see Me standing by.

Refrain
“The storms will come, but fear not, oh, children, I am nigh,
And through the upper window, you’ll see Me standing by.

2. “It may be that affliction will rack and rend your frame,
Until your mortal body is seared with fevered flame;
But do not be discouraged, just lift your tear-dimmed eye,
And through the upper window, you’ll see Me standing by. [Refrain]

3. “Perhaps you’ll suffer losses, like houses, lands, and gold,
And you will feel you’re homeless, and penniless, and old;
But sweetest peace and comfort will lift your painful sigh,
When through the upper window, you’ll see Me standing by. [Refrain]

4. It may be that bereavement will take a loved one dear,
A soul that brought you gladness, real happiness and cheer;
But it will cheer your sad heart, when loved ones from you fly,
When through the upper window, you’ll see Me standing by. [Refrain]

Source: The Cyber Hymnal #7041

Author: John C. Bieri

John Casper Bieri attended Dickinson College and Drew Theological Seminary in Mlillerstown, Penn. He was minister at several United Methodist churches in Philadelphia from 1902 to 1940. He wrote over 60 hymns and is also known for magic presentations. Dianne Shapiro, from Archives of the Susquehana Conference of the United Methodist Church (www.lycoming.edu/umarch/me_pastors/b.htm) (accessed Sept. 3, 2022) Go to person page >

Text Information

First Line: When God spake unto Noah, and told him to build the ark
Title: The Upper Window
Author: John C. Bieri
Language: English
Refrain First Line: The storms will come, but fear not
Copyright: Public Domain

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