Songs of Christian Service ‎#79

79. Light Beyond the Shadows

1 When the troubles gather
And the billows roll,
Dark the way before you,
Cares oppress the soul,
There is blessed sunshine
Just beyond your view;
Oft ‘tis but a trial
You are going thro’.

Refrain:
See the sunlight, shining bright and clear;
Blessed sunlight drives away all fear;
Look above you, clouds will disappear;
Put your trust in Jesus, he is ever near.

2 Tho’ you cannot fathom
Why you’re called to bear
All the heavy burdens
That you cannot share,
Keep the cross before you
In the darkest day;
Put your trust in Jesus
All along the way. [Refrain]

3 Go, with faith, to conquer
Trials that appear;
Know that Christ your Savior
With his help is near.
Ne’er give up the battle,
Hark though it may be,
For your Lord has promised
You the victory. [Refrain]

4 Tho’ severe the conflict
And the anguish deep;
Tho’ the trials heavy
That may o’er you sweep;
God is always near you,
Giving strength to bear
All the heavy burdens
When they shall appear. [Refrain]

5 Tried and found not wanting
Will the Master say;
Tried, yet ever faithful,
All along life’s way;
Tried as in the furnace
Of refining fire,
You shall see the triumph
Of your heart’s desire. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: When the troubles gather And the billows roll
• Title: Light Beyond the Shadows
• Author: Irvin H. Mack
• Refrain First Line: See the sunlight shining bright and clear
• Publication Date: 1903

Tune Information

• Name: [When the troubles gather And the billows roll]
• Composer: J. Lincoln Hall