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120. Waiting for the Call

1 I have a home in glory;
Dear friends are gathered there;
My Saviour went before me,
A mansion to prepare;
My heart will safely trust Him,
Whatever may befall;
I’m list’ning for His footsteps,
I’m waiting for the call.

Refrain:
Home, sweet home;
In that bright world of song,
Loved ones for me are waiting,
To join the happy throng;
Home, sweet home,
Beyond the Jasper wall,
The pearly gates are open,
I’m waiting for the call.

2 I’ve proved His loving kindness
In ev’ry varies scene;
In desert ways of trouble,
In Elims fresh and green;
My days are wisely ordered
From morn till even fall;
I’m list’ning for His footsteps,
I’m waiting for the call. [Refrain]

3 He led me by His Spirit,
In paths of righteousness,
And prompted me to service,
Some other lives to bless;
Some day I’ll see my Saviour,
The Blessed Lord of all,—
I’m list’ning for His footsteps,
I’m waiting for the call. [Refrain]

Text Information
First Line: I have a home in glory
Title: Waiting for the Call
Author: Eliza E. Hewitt
Refrain First Line: Home, sweet home
Language: English
Publication Date: 1921
Topic: Heaven; Holy Spirit; Seeing Christ (1 more...)
Notes: Public Domain.
Tune Information
Name: [I have a home in glory]
Composer: George C. Stebbins
Notes: Public Domain.



Media
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