Why are you so discouraged?
Why does your countenance lack in joy?
Why do you carry a burden so great?
Why such disparaging words employ?

Do you not recall, saddened one,
Recall that our LORD is risen again?
That He conquered death, the silence, the grave,
After a spotless sacrifice for sin?

I say, stand up and rejoice!
Lift up your voice in endless praise!
Give up your burden – lay it at His feet!
Sending up songs to the Ancient of Days!

Rejoice in your trials – He’s on the throne!
On days that are dark, on your knees fall,
Then, stand and remember, and cling to His joy,
Trusting in He Who hears and sees all.