248 In heaven is joy and gladness,

1 In heaven is joy and gladness, But while I sojourn here, So often, bowed in sadness, I shed the bitter tear. Here ills, alway prevailing, Distress the Savior's bride; Here mirth is lost in wailing; In heaven but joys abide. 2 I do not strive for pleasures That fools pursue on earth, I sow in tears for treasures That have no lasting worth. If, when my journey endeth, The sheaves I gather in, The bliss the fool pretendeth I do not yearn to win. 3 For I shall see my Jesus, He is my hope and stay; The cross that me oppresses Anon He takes away. Then nothing more shall grieve me, And no adversity Shall of my joy bereave me; Soon I shall Jesus see.