Until He Comes

Song of Ascents #4 — Based on Psalm 123

[Verse 1 — Pilgrims Looking Homeward]

Like Abraham, we dwell as pilgrims,

Seeking the City built by God;

No lasting home is found below us,

By faith we walk where fathers trod.

Unto the One who dwells in heaven,

We lift our eyes beyond this land;

Strangers here, but heirs of Zion,

We watch by faith our Master’s hand.

[Pre-Chorus — The Watchman]

“Watchman, tell us of the night—

How long until the dawn?”

“The morning comes, and also night;

Keep watching—day will come.”

[Chorus — Watching and Waiting]

Our eyes are lifted unto You,

We watch the Master’s hand;

Keep oil within our vessels, Lord,

And help us faithful stand.

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