Hymns of Faith ‎#457

457. Work, for the Night Is Coming

1 Work, for the night is coming,
Work thro' the morning hours;
Work while the dew is sparkling,
Work 'mid springing flow'rs.
Work when the day grows brighter,
Under the glowing sun;
Work, for the night is coming,
When man's work is done.

2 Work for the night is coming,
Work thro' the sunny noon;
Fill brightest hours with labor--
Rest comes sure and soon.
Give every flying minute
Something to keep in store;
Work, for the night is coming,
When man works no more.

3 Work for the night is coming,
Under the sunset skies:
While their bright tints are glowing,
Work, for daylight flies.
Work till the last beam fadeth,
Fadeth to shine no more;
Work, while the night is dark'ning,
When man's work is o'er.

Text Information

• First Line: Work, for the night is coming
• Title: Work, for the Night Is Coming
• Author: Annie L. Coghill
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1980
• Scripture:
  Matthew 20:1-16
  ;
  John 9:4
• Topic: Admonition

Tune Information

• Name: [Work for the night is coming]
• Composer: Lowell Mason
• Key: E♭ Major