In Peace and Joy I Now Depart

Verse 1

In peace and joy I now depart At God's disposing; For full of comfort is my heart; Soft reposing. So the Lord hath promised me, And death for me is but a slumber.

Verse 2

'Tis Christ that wrought this work for me, My faithful Savior, Whom Thou hast made mine eyes to see By Thy favor. Now I know He is my Life, My help in need and dying.

Verse 3

Him Thou hast unto all set forth Their great Salvation; And to His kingdom called the earth, Ev'ry nation. By Thy dead and wholesome Word, In ev'ry place resounding.

Verse 4

He is the Hope and saving Light Of lands benighted; By Him are they who dwelt in night Fed and lighted. He is Israel's Praise and Bliss, Their Joy, Reward, and Glory.