SWEET IS THE PROMISE

Sweet is the promise, ‘I will not forget Thee,’

Nothing can molest or turn my soul away;

E‟en though the night be dark within the valley,

Just beyond is shining an eternal day.

I will not forget Thee or leave Thee,

In My hands I‟ll hold Thee, in My arms I‟ll fold Thee;

I will not forget Thee or leave Thee

I am thy Redeemer, I will care for Thee.

How can I show my gratitude to Jesus,

For His love unfailing and His tender care?

I will proclaim to others His salvation,

That they may accept Him and His promise share.

Trusting the promise, ‘I will not forget Thee,’

Onward will I go with songs of joy and praise;

Though earth despise me, though my friends forsake me,

Jesus will be near me, gladdening my days.

When at the golden portals I am standing,

All my tribulations, all my sorrows past,

How sweet to hear the blessed proclamation:

Enter faithful servant, welcome home at last