We’ll Work Till Jesus Comes: A Deep Meditation on Faithful Endurance (John 9:4) | Instrumental
Find the strength to persevere and the peace to rest in this instrumental rendition of “We’ll Work Till Jesus Comes.” This arrangement balances the “sigh” for eternal rest with the call to work faithfully while it is day, providing a steady, encouraging backdrop for your daily walk.
The Scriptural Foundation
This hymn is a beautiful musical response to the words of Christ in John 9:4:
“I must work the works of Him who sent Me while it is day; the night is coming when no one can work.”
While we long for the “land of rest,” we are reminded that our time here is an opportunity to serve. As you listen, let the melody move you to “lean for comfort on His breast” even as you brave the tides of life.
The Story Behind the Hymn
Written in the mid-19th century by Elizabeth Mills, this hymn was born out of a heart that understood the beauty of the “heavenly home.” Elizabeth wrote this as a reminder that the Christian life is one of dualities: we are both soldiers in armor and children seeking home.
The chorus—”We’ll work till Jesus comes”—has served as a rallying cry for missionaries, laborers, and families for generations, reminding us that being “gathered home” is the ultimate prize for a life well-spent in His service.
Hymn Lyrics (Part I)
1
O land of rest, for thee I sigh!
When will the moment come
When I shall lay my armor by,
And dwell in peace at home?
Chorus
We’ll work till Jesus comes,
We’ll work till Jesus comes,
We’ll work till Jesus comes,
And we’ll be gathered home.
2
To Jesus Christ I fled for rest;
He bade me cease to roam,
And lean for comfort on His breast,
Till He conduct me home.
Hymn Lyrics (Part II)
3
I sought at once my Savior’s side;
No more my steps shall roam;
With Him I’ll brave death’s chilling tide,
And reach my heav’nly home.
Chorus
We’ll work till Jesus comes,
We’ll work till Jesus comes,
We’ll work till Jesus comes,
And we’ll be gathered home.
Lyrics: Elizabeth Mills (1829)
Ways to Use This Instrumental
Daily Motivation: Play this while working or studying to remind yourself that your labor is “unto the Lord.”
A Prayer for Endurance: Use the melody to find comfort when the “armor” feels heavy and you long for rest.
Family Devotional: A great backdrop for discussing how we can work together as a family until “we’ll be gathered home.”
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