Song I wrote in 1979 when going through the first fiery trial of my faith.
When Shall I Part?
When shall I part this weary land;
Hear my beloved's call,
"Rise up my love and come away!"
Oh my Christ, my all in all.
"Arise my love, my fair one dear,
And come away with me!"
He will shout these words and I will leave,
I will need no further plea.
My heart is sick and wounded LORD.
When will the shadows flee!
Awake north wind and bring my love
With the love He has for me.
Thy shout, oh Lord, will heal my pain
And thy right hand comfort me!
Make haste beloved and come for me.
Set thy beloved free.