A little while, and you will see Me.
John 16:19
Words: William C. Martin, in Gospel Songs and Hymns No. 1, edited by George B. Holsinger (Bridgewater, Virginia: George B. Holsinger, 1898), number 5, alt.
Music: Ghattas H. B. Greongils (🔊 pdf nwc).
If you know Greongil’s full name, or where to get a good photo of him (head & shoulders, at least 200×300 pixels),
The ills of earth with God’s great love
I cannot reconcile;
But I shall understand it all
In just a little while.
Refrain
In just a little while,
Yes, just a little while,
I shall be free from grief and guile,
In just a little while.
The storms will soon abate, and through
The clouds the sun will shine;
My God shall wipe my tears away
In just a little while.
Refrain
Discouraged I would often be—
My heart remains so vile;
Except I know I’ll be like Him
In just a little while.
Refrain
Let men despise me if they will,
Forsake me or revile;
Thank God, with Jesus I shall reign
In just a little while.
Refrain