1. Men have been groping for centuries in darkness.
Vain is their quest as they try to catch the wind.
Man’s tragic flaw is revealed in its starkness:
None can they save, for they all have sinned.
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Sing with good cheer, for God’s Kingdom is here!
His Son’s mighty reign brings us
freedom from fear.
Through him, at last, evil soon will be past;
This hope, like an anchor, is holding us fast.

2. “God’s day is near!” rings the Kingdom proclamation;
Men will no longer cry out to God: “How long?”
Soon he will free all his groaning creation.
Praise God Almighty, and join our song.
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