Author: William Cowper Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Appears in 407 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Sometimes a light surprises the child of God who sings: the light of one who rises with gentle, healing wings. When comforts are declining, God grants the soul again a season of clear shining, to cheer it after rain. 2 In holy contemplation with joy we ... Topics: Courage Scripture: Psalm 30:4-5 Used With Tune: SALLY GARDENS Text Sources: Olney Hymns, Book III, 1779, alt.
Sometimes a Light Surprises