Long for my Saviour I've been waiting

Verse 1

Long for my Saviour I've been waiting, Longtime have watched by night and day; Feared, lest my faith and hope abating, I should lose courage by the way.

Verse 1

Long for my Saviour I've been waiting, Long time have watched by night and day; Feared, lost my faith and hope debating, I shall never see the way.

Verse 2

Here in this vale of sin and sorrow, I have been wandering many years; Still looking for that happy morrow, When God would wipe away my tears.
Jesus soon is coming, &c.

Verse 2

Here in this vale of sin and sorrow, I have been wandering many years; Still looking for that happy morrow, When God would wipe away my tears.

Verse 3

Oft times the Tempter comes in power, Fain then would lead my steps astray; But when the clouds begin to lower, Hope turns the darkness into day.
Jesus soon is coming, &c.

Verse 3

Sometimes I fear my faith is failing, Pain then would lead my steps astray; But when the clouds begin to lower, Hope turns the darkness into day.

Verse 4

O, it will be but little longer, I must these many woes endure; Then let my faith and hope grow stronger, My Father's promise still is sure.
Jesus soon is coming, &c.

Verse 4

Oh! it will be but little longer, I must keep my courage still; Then let my faith and hope grow stronger, My Father's promise still is sure.

Refrain

Jesus soon is coming; This is my song; Cheers the heart when joys depart, And foes are pressing strong.

Refrain

Jesus soon is coming; This is my song; Cheers the heart when joys depart, And foes are pressing strong.