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Numberless as the Sands

F. A. Blackmer • English

Primary Scripture: Hosea 1:10

Verse 1

When we gather at last over Jordan, And the ransomed in Glory we see, As the numberless sands of the seashore, What a wonderful sight that will be!

Chorus

Numberless as the sands of the seashore, Numberless as the sands of the shore! O what a sight ‘twill be When the ransomed host we see, As numberless as the sands of the seashore!

Verse 2

When we see all the saved of the ages, Who from sorrow and trials are free, Meeting there with a heavenly greeting, What a wonderful sight that will be!

Verse 3

When we stand by the beautiful river, ‘Neath the shade of the life-giving tree, Gazing over the fair land of promise, What a wonderful sight that will be!

Verse 4

When at last we behold our redeemer, And his glory unclouded we see, While as King of all kingdoms he reigneth, What a wonderful sight that will be!

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • hosea 1:10