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Text:The Kingdom of God
Author:Louise Lapp
Tune:McKEE
Arranger:H. T. Burleigh

547. The Kingdom of God

1 John saw the heav’n and earth made new,
The first had passed away,
The Holy city coming down,
The new Jerusalem.

2 And God Himself shall dwell with men,
And wipe away all tears,
There is no sorrow, pain or death,
Throughout the coming years.

3 "Behold, I make all things anew,"
These faithful words are true,
To him who overcometh sin,
On earth with God shall rule.

4 In beautiful Jerusalem,
God’s glory gives it light,
All kings and nations walk in it,
"For there shall be no night."

Text Information
First Line: John saw the heav'n and earth made new
Title: The Kingdom of God
Author: Louise Lapp
Meter: C.M.
Publication Date: 1986
Scripture:
Topic: Life Everlasting
Tune Information
Name: McKEE
Arranger: H. T. Burleigh
Meter: C.M.
Key: B♭ Major
Source: Traditional Spiritual melody



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