The New National Baptist Hymnal (21st Century Edition) ‎#451

451. Work, for the Night is Coming

1 Work, for the night is coming,
Work thru the morning hours;
Work while the dew is sparkling,
Work 'mid springing flow'rs.
Work when the day grows brighter,
Work in the glowing sun;
Work, for the night is coming,
When man's work is done.

2 Work, for the night is coming,
Work thru the sunny noon;
Fill brightest hours with labor -
Rest comes sure and soon.
Give ev'ry flying minute
Something to keep in store;
Work, for the night is coming,
When man works no more.

3 Work, for the night is coming,
Under the sunset skies;
While their bright tints are glowing,
Work, for daylight flies.
Work till the last beam fadeth,
Fadeth to shine no more;
Work, while the night is dark'ning,
When man's work is o'er.

Text Information

• First Line: Work, for the night is coming
• Title: Work, for the Night is Coming
• Author: Annie L. Coghill
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2001
• Topic: Missionary; Service

Tune Information

• Name: WORK SONG
• Composer: Lowell Mason
• Key: F Major