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Forever with the Lord
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Forever with the Lord by Joseph Barnby — Lyrics
Forever with the Lord!
Amen! so let it be.
Life from the dead is in that word,
'Tis immortality.
Here in the body pent,
Absent from Him, I roam,
Yet nightly pitch my moving tent
A day's march nearer home.
My Father's house on high,
Home of my soul, how near
At times to faith's foreseeing eye
Thy golden gates appear!
Ah, then my spirit faints
To reach the land I love,
The bright inheritance of saints,
Jerusalem above!
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About Forever with the Lord
Joseph Barnby's setting of "Forever with the Lord" is a cherished anthem for SATB choir, often sung at funerals or memorial services. The text, a profound expression of Christian hope and longing for the afterlife, speaks of finding solace and strength in God's promise of eternal peace. Barnby's music beautifully captures the text's sentiments, offering a comforting and uplifting musical experience. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonies, while the English text is clear and accessible, making it a fitting choice for congregations to reflect on faith and the journey towards heavenly Jerusalem. It speaks to the soul's desire for ultimate reunion with the divine.
