The New National Baptist Hymnal (21st Century Edition) ‎#539

539. Just to Behold His Face

1 Not just to kneel with the angels,
Nor to see loved ones who've gone,
Not just to drink at the fountain
Under the great white throne,
Not for the crown that He giveth,
That I'm trying to run this race;
All I'll want up in heaven
Is just to behold His face.

Refrain:
Just to behold His face,
Yes, just to behold His face;
All I will want up in heaven,
Is just to behold His face.

2 Not just to join in the chorus,
And sing with those that are blest,
And bathe my soul that is weary
In the sea of heavenly rest,
But I'll look for the One who saved me,
From a death of sin and disgrace;
'Twill be joy when I get up in heaven,
Just to behold His face. [Refrain]

3 Yes, I want to see Jesus
Who bore His cross in my stead;
Who willingly suffered affliction
With a crown of thorns on His head;
Precious Fount that was opened on Calv'ry,
For me - what amazing Grace,
What joy will be mine there forever,
Just to behold His face. [Refrain]

4 I'll bless the hand that guided,
I'll bless the heart that planned,
I'll not rest until I see Jesus
And He takes me by the hand;
Father, mother and sister and brother,
And all who have won this race
Will be there to join in that chorus,
As we all shall behold His face. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: Not just to kneel with the angels
• Title: Just to Behold His Face
• Author: Derricks Jackson
• Refrain First Line: Just to behold His face
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2001
• Topic: Atonement; Choir Selections; Fellowship with God; Gospel Songs; Heaven; Salvation; Solos

Tune Information

• Name: [Not just to kneel with the angels]
• Composer: Derricks Jackson
• Arranger: Lucie E. Campbell
• Key: A♭ Major