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My Savior First of All
1 When my lifework is ended and I cross the swelling tide, When the bright and glorious morning I shall see; I shall know my Redeemer when I reach the other side, And His smile will be the first to welcome me. Refrain: I shall know Him, I shall know Him, And redeemed by His side I shall stand; I shall know Him, I shall know Him By the prints of the nails in His hand. 2 O the soul-thrilling rapture when I view His blessed face And the luster of His kindly beaming eye; How my full heart will praise Him for the mercy, love and grace That prepare for me a mansion in the sky. [Refrain] 3 O the dear ones in glory - how they beckon me to come, And our parting at the river I recall; To the sweet vales of Eden they will sing my welcome home, But I long to meet my Savior first of all. [Refrain] 4 Thro' the gates to the city in a robe of spotless white, He will lead me where no tears will ever fall; In the glad song of ages I shall mingle with delight, But I long to meet my Savior first of all. [Refrain]
WORDS: Fanny J. Crosby
MUSIC: John R. Sweney
Theme: Everlasting Fellowship: Eternal Life and Heaven