“When The Roll Is Called Up Yonder” is a song that feels like a comforting embrace, a reminder that no matter how tough life gets, there’s a hopeful reunion waiting for us. This beloved hymn, penned by James M. Black in 1893, has a special place in the hearts of many for its uplifting message and soothing melody.
Humanized Tone and Connection
Imagine a Sunday morning, the sun streaming through the stained-glass windows, filling the church with a warm glow. The congregation, united in spirit, raises their voices in harmony, singing about that glorious day when we will all be called together in heaven. This hymn isn’t just about the afterlife; it’s about the promise of being reunited with loved ones, the comfort of knowing we are never truly alone.
Relevant Details
James M. Black, a dedicated Methodist Sunday school teacher, wrote this hymn inspired by his concern for a young girl who missed a class roll call due to illness. This simple event sparked a profound reflection on the ultimate roll call in heaven, where no one will be absent. The hymn’s powerful lyrics and stirring melody capture this sentiment beautifully, making it a favorite at church services and funerals alike.
Engagement and Emotional Resonance
The magic of “When The Roll Is Called Up Yonder” lies in its ability to evoke deep emotions. It’s more than just a song; it’s a source of comfort during times of loss, a beacon of hope during moments of despair. When you sing or listen to this hymn, you’re reminded of the enduring promise of eternal life and the joy of reuniting with those who have gone before us.
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Lyrics
When the trumpet of the Lord shall sound and time shall be no more
And the morning breaks eternal bright and fair
When the saved of earth shall gather over on the other shore
And the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there
When the roll is called up yonder
(When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there)
When the roll is called up yonder
(When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there
When the roll is called up yonder
(When the roll is called up yonder)
When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there
On that bright and cloudless morning when the dead in Christ shall rise
And the glory of His resurrection share
When His chosen ones are gathered to their home beyond the skies
And the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there
When the roll is called up yonder
(When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there)
When the roll is called up yonder
(When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there)
When the roll is called up yonder
(When the roll is called up yonder)
When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there
Let us labor for the Master from the dawn ’til setting sun
Let us talk of all His wondrous love and care
Then when all of life is over and our work on earth is done
And the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there
When the roll is called up yonder
(When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there)
When the roll is called up yonder
(When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there)
When the roll is called up yonder
(When the roll is called up yonder)
When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there
When the roll is called up yonder
(When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there)
When the roll is called up yonder
(When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there)
When the roll is called up yonder
(When the roll is called up yonder)
When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there
When the roll is called up yonder, I’ll be there