We sang this one after communion at my PCA church this morning, set to the tune of the RUF version of "On Jordan's Stormy Banks." (I cried. Don't tell anybody.)
Arise, the kingdom is at hand,
The King is drawing nigh;
Arise, with joy, thou faithful band,
To meet the Lord Most High!
Look up, ye souls weighed down with care,
The Sovereign is not far;
Look up, faint hearts, from your despair,
Behold the Morning Star!
Refrain: Arise! Arise! The kingdom is at hand. (Repeat.)
Look up, ye drooping hearts today,
The King is very near;
O cast your grief and fears away,
For, lo, your help is here!
For this we raise a gladsome voice
On high to thee alone,
And evermore with thanks rejoice
Before thy glorious throne.
(Refrain)
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