Hymn 699 – THERE'S a land that is fairer than day | C&S English Hymnary

1. THERE'S a land that is fairer than day And by faith we can see it afar, For the Father waits over the way To prepare us a dwelling place there. Chorus: In the sweet-by and by We shall meet on that beautiful shore - 2ce 2. We shall sing on that beautiful shore The melodious songs of the blessed And our spirits shall sorrow no more Not a sigh for the blessing of rest. Chorus: In the sweet-by and by... 3. To our beautiful fathers above We will offer the tribute of praisa For the glorious gift of His love, And the blessings that hallow our day. Chorus: In the sweet-by and by... 4. Let light perpetual shine on our paths Since the fold of Cherubim is here That all mankind may change from their past To give Christ the Lord respect sincere. Chorus: In the sweet-by and by... 5. When in this earthbound flesh made of dust When our foes are set to do us harm When ones heart are all of impure thoughts May Johovah listen to our cries. Chorus: In the sweet-by and by... 6. And when the last day shall come to pass When a son his father will not know Please don‘t let us be ashamed that day May we access eternal abode. Chorus: In the sweet-by and by We shall meet on that beautiful shore - 2ce AMEN