Joy in Sorrow

Verse 1

I've found a joy in sorrow, A secret balm for pain, A beautiful tomorrow Of sunshine after rain.

Chorus

'Tis Jesus, my portion forever, 'Tis Jesus, the First and the Last; A help very present in trouble, A shelter from ev'ry blast.

Verse 2

I've found a branch for healing Near ev'ry bitter spring, A whispered promise stealing O'er ev'ry broken string.

Verse 3

I've found a glad hosanna For ev'ry woe and wail, A handful of sweet manna When grapes of Eschol fail.

Verse 4

I've found a Rock of Ages When desert wells are dry; And after weary stages I've found an Elim nigh.

Verse 5

An Elim with its coolness, Its fountains, and its shade; A blessing in its fulness When buds of promise fade.

Verse 6

O'er tears of soft contrition I've seen a rainbow light; A glory and fruition, So near yet out of sight.