The Last Farewell

Verse 1

Farewell, dear friends, I bid you A loving, last farewell; I hear my Savior calling, I soon with Him shall dwell. Weep not at my departure, For on that shore I see The blest of ages waiting To chant a song for me.

Verse 2

Farewell, dear friends, remember, Our walk on earth was sweet, But sweeter far the ending, To rest at Jesus’ feet. I fear not death’s dark valley, Nor tremble with alarm, For angels wait to bear me Above the raging storm.

Verse 3

Farewell, oh, will you meet me In that celestial land, Where we shall dwell forever, And grasp no parting hand? My work on earth is ended, And there a starry crown Awaits me, for I’ve conquered, I lay my armor down.

Verse 4

Farewell, dear friends, I’m nearing The mansions bright above, My only plea for entrance— My Savior’s dying love. And when I shout the chorus Of Jesus crucified, The golden doors of heaven I know will open wide.