He is Near

I know not when the Lord will come

Or at what hour He may appear

Whether at midnight or at morn

Or at what season of the year.

I only know that He is near

And that His voice I soon shall hear

I only know that He is near

And that His voice I soon shall hear

I know not what of time remains

To run its course in this low sphere

Or what awaits of calm or storm

Of joy or grief, of hope or fear.

I only know that He is near

And that His voice I soon shall hear

I only know that He is near

And that His voice I soon shall hear

I do not think it can be long

Till in His glory He appear

And yet I dare not name the day

Nor fix the solemn advent year.

I only know that He is near

And that His voice I soon shall hear

I only know that He is near

And that His voice I soon shall hear