Lyrics
Wake the song of joy and gladness;
Hither bring your noblest lays;
Banish every thought of sadness,
Pouring forth your highest praise.
Sing to Him Whose care has brought us
Once again with friends to meet,
And Whose loving voice has taught us,
Of the way to Jesus’ feet.
Wake the song, wake the song,
The song of joy and gladness,
Wake the song, wake the song,
The song of Jubilee.
Joyfully with songs and banners,
We will greet the festal day;
Shout aloud our glad hosannas,
And our grateful homage pay.
We will chant our Savior’s glory
While our thoughts we raise above,
Telling still “the old old story,”
Precious theme—redeeming love!
Wake the song, wake the song,
The song of joy and gladness,
Wake the song, wake the song,
The song of Jubilee.
Thanks to Thee, O holy Father,
For the mercies of the year;
May each heart, as here we gather,
Swell with gratitude sincere.
Thanks to Thee, O loving Savior,
For redemption through Thy blood.
Breathe upon us, Holy Spirit,
Sweetly draw us near to God.
Wake the song, wake the song,
The song of joy and gladness,
Wake the song, wake the song,
The song of Jubilee.
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Song History & Meaning
Composer / Hymnodist: William F. Sherwin
Sometimes life's burdens quiet our hearts, but praise has a way of awakening true joy within us. "Wake the Song" invites us to step out of sadness and gather with fellow believers to celebrate God’s unwavering faithfulness. As we lift our voices together, we remember the gentle love that guided us to the feet of Jesus. Let your heart be stirred today, offering your highest praise to the One who faithfully cares for your soul.
📖 Related Scripture Passages:
- Psalm 95:1: “Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation.”
- Psalm 147:1: “Praise the Lord. How good it is to sing praises to our God, how pleasant and fitting to praise him!”
- Colossians 3:16: “Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.”