The Upper Window (EN 52)

1

When God spoke unto Noah, and told him to build the ark,

The Lord knew well the vessel would cheerless be and dark,

So God said, “Build a window, with outlook toward the sky,

That when it’s dark and lonesome, you’ll see Me standing by.

“The storms will come, but fear not, oh, children, I am nigh,

And through the upper window, you’ll see Me standing by.

2

“It may be that affliction will rack and rend your frame,

Until your mortal body is seared with fevered flame;

But do not be discouraged, just lift your tear-dimmed eye,

And through the upper window, you’ll see Me standing by.

3

“Perhaps you’ll suffer losses, like houses, lands, and gold,

And you will feel you’re homeless, and penniless, and old;

But sweetest peace and comfort will lift your painful sigh,

When through the upper window, you’ll see Me standing by.

4

“It may be that bereavement will take a loved one dear,

A soul that brought you gladness, real happiness and cheer;

But it will cheer your sad heart, when loved ones from you fly,

When through the upper window, you’ll see Me standing by.”