Author: Robert Lowry, 1826-1899 Hymnal: RitualSong #733 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7 with refrain Hymnal Title: RitualSong First Line: My life flows on in endless song Refrain First Line: No storm can shake my inmost calm Lyrics: 1 My life flows on in endless song
Above earth’s lamentation.
I hear the real though far-off hymn
That hails a new creation.
Refrain:
No storm can shake my inmost calm,
While to that rock I’m clinging.
Since Christ is Lord of heaven and earth,
How can I keep from singing?
2 Through all the tumult and the strife,
I hear that music ringing;
It sounds and echoes in my soul;
How can I keep from singing? [Refrain]
3 What, though my joys and comfort die,
The Lord, my savior liveth.
What though the darkness gather 'round?
Songs in the night it giveth. [Refrain]
4 The peace of Christ makes fresh my heart,
A fountain ever springing.
All things are mine since I am his;
How can I keep from singing? [Refrain] Topics: Christ the King Year C; Confidence; Hope; Justice; Love of God for Us; New Creation; Peace; Refuge; Rest; Social Concern; Song; Strength; Trust; Trust Languages: English Tune Title: HOW CAN I KEEP FROM SINGING
How Can I Keep from Singing