I will come again, and receive you unto Myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.
John 14:3
Words: Katherine M. Reasoner, in Sacred Songs and Solos, by Ira D. Sankey, 1881. Note: In another edition of Sankey’s book, the words are credited to W. L. Alexander; however, Reasoner is also shown as the author in Gospel Hymns No. 6, by Sankey et. al (Chicago, Illinois: Biglow & Main, 1891), number 74.
Music: Tullius C. O’Kane (🔊 pdf nwc).
If you know where to get a good photo of Reasoner (head & shoulders, at least 200×300 pixels),
I am waiting for the Master,
Who will bid me rise and come
To the glory of His presence,
To the gladness of His home.
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They are watching at the portal,
They are waiting at the door;
Waiting only for my coming,
All the loved ones gone before.
Many a weary path I’ve traveled,
In the darkest storm and strife,
Bearing many a heavy burden,
Often struggling for my life.
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Many friends that traveled with me,
Reached that portal long ago;
One by one they left me battling
With the dark and crafty foe.
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Yes, their pilgrimage was shorter,
And their triumph sooner won;
Oh, how lovingly they’ll greet me
When the toils of life are done.
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