How Can I Keep From Singing?
My life flows on in endless song:
Above earth's lamentation,
I catch the sweet, tho' far-off hymn
That hails a new creation.
Through all the tumult and the strife
I hear the music ringing;
It finds an echo in my soul--
How can I keep from singing?
What tho' my joys and comfort die?
The Lord my Saviour liveth;
What tho' the darkness gather round?
Songs in the night he giveth.
No storm can shake my inmost calm,
While to that refuge clinging;
Since Christ is Lord of heaven and earth,
How can I keep from singing?
I lift my eyes; the cloud grows thin;
I see the blue above it;
And day by day this pathway smooths,
Since first I learned to love it.
The peace of Christ makes fresh my heart,
A fountain ever springing;
All things are mine since I am his--
How can I keep from singing?
Words by Robert Lowery, 1860. Music by Ira Sankey. Hear it here.
~Deb
What a beautiful hymn.
Posted by: Mrs Blythe | Sunday, July 30, 2006 at 02:13 PM
I've enjoyed getting caught up on your blog Deb - reading about good books, treasured visits, delicious recipes, lovely photos and ending with a beautiful hymn. It's been a joy. Thank you!!
Posted by: islandsparrow | Sunday, July 30, 2006 at 06:19 PM
I enjoyed reading this hymn. I can't say I always feel calm, but I know I should! I recently bought a new hymn CD, which I love.
Posted by: Sherrin | Monday, July 31, 2006 at 02:05 AM