The Upper Window

Words of an old, old song came to my mind today - one that most of you have probably never heard. I loved hearing The Stewart Sisters sing it at church in days gone by. In fact, I can still hear their voices blending harmoniously as they sang about the God they served. The lyrics are based on the story of Noah and his ark, but the message is so relevant today. As I pondered worried about some uncertain times ahead, the refrain of this song - which I haven't heard in years - came clearly and sweetly to my mind and brought comfort. Hope it encourages you, too!

The Upper Window

When God spoke unto Noah, and told him to build the ark,
The Lord knew well the vessel would be cheerless and dark.
So God said build a window with outlook toward the sky,
That when it’s dark and lonesome, you’ll see Me standing by.

* Refrain:
The storms will come, but fear not; oh, children, I am nigh,
And through the upper window, you’ll see Me standing by.

It may be that affliction will rack and rend your frame
Until your mortal body is seared with fevered flame.
But do not be discouraged; just lift your tear-dimmed eye,
And through the upper window, you’ll see Me standing by.

Perhaps you’ll suffer losses, like houses, lands, and gold,
And you will feel you’re homeless, and penniless, and old;
But sweetest peace and comfort will lift your painful sigh,
When through the upper window, you’ll see Me standing by.

~Public Domain status - Anonymous/Unknown~