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My home is heaven, my rest is not here

Hymnal: Songs of the Church #749 (1879)

The PIlgrim's Song

Author: Henry F. Lyte Hymnal: The Cyber Hymnal #12054 Meter: 11.11.11.11 First Line: My rest is in Heaven; my rest is not here Lyrics: 1 My rest is in Heaven; my rest is not here; Then why should I murmur when trials are near? Be hushed, my dark spirit! the worst that can come But shortens my journey, and hastens thee home. 2 It is not for me to be seeking my bliss And building my hopes in a region like this: I look for a city which hands have not piled; I pant for a country by sin undefiled. 3 The thorn and the thistle around me may grow; I would not lie down upon roses below: I ask not my portion, I seek not a rest, Till I find sweet quiet on Jesus’ breast. 4 Afflictions may damp me, they cannot destroy: One glimpse of His love turns them all into joy; The bitterest tears, if He smile but on them, Like dew in the sunshine, grow diamond and gem. 5 Let doubt then, and danger, my progress oppose; They only make Heaven more sweet at the close. Come joy, or come sorrow, whate’er may befall, An hour with my God will make up for it all. 6 A scrip on my back, and a staff in my hand, I march on in haste through an enemy’s land: The road may be rough, but it cannot be long; I’ll smooth it with hope, and I’ll cheer it with song. Languages: English Tune Title: WE PRAISE THEE