The hymn ‘When We All Get to Heaven’ is a beloved classic that speaks to the heart of every Christian.
This beautiful song was written by Eliza Hewitt in 1898. It reminds us of the hope and joy we have in Christ.
Today, Michael Eldridge, a pharmacist and a singer, performs an a cappella rendition of ‘When We All Get to Heaven.’
The song starts with a call to “Sing the wondrous love of Jesus, Sing His mercy and His grace.“
It invites us to celebrate the boundless love and mercy of Jesus. He promises to prepare a place for us in heaven, described as “mansions bright and blessed.“
This promise gives us hope and comfort, knowing that we have an eternal home with our Savior.
The refrain of the hymn captures the joy we will feel when we reach heaven: “When we all get to heaven, what a day of rejoicing that will be! When we all see Jesus, we’ll sing and shout the victory!“
These powerful words remind us that seeing Jesus will be a day of great celebration. The victory over sin and death will be complete, and our hearts will be filled with joy.
The hymn also acknowledges the challenges we face in life.
“While we walk the pilgrim pathway, Clouds will overspread the sky; But when trav’ling days are over, Not a shadow, not a sigh.“
Life can be difficult, with many struggles and sorrows. However, this verse reassures us that these troubles are temporary.
When our journey ends, we will enter a place where there are no more shadows or sighs, only joy and peace in God’s presence.
“Let us then be true and faithful, Trusting, serving ev’ry day; Just one glimpse of Him in glory Will the toils of life repay.”
These words encourage us to remain faithful and diligent.
Every act of service and trust in God is worth it because even seeing a little of His glory will make all our efforts and struggles worth it.
The final verse fills us with hope: “Onward to the prize before us! Soon His beauty we’ll behold; Soon the pearly gates will open–We shall tread the streets of gold.“
The hymn paints a beautiful picture of heaven with pearly gates and streets of gold. It is a place where we will see the beauty of our Savior and experience the fullness of His presence.
Michael Eldridge’s rendition of ‘When We All Get to Heaven’ reminds us of the power of classic Christian hymns.
While contemporary Christian music is popular in many churches today, old hymns like ‘Amazing Grace,’ ‘How Great Thou Art,’ ‘Holy, Holy, Holy,’ and ‘Great Is Thy Faithfulness’ still hold a special place in our hearts. They bring comfort and joy and anchor us in the truths of God’s Word.
As the hymn says, “When we all see Jesus, we’ll sing and shout the victory!“
This hope sustains us, fills our hearts with joy, and guides us on our journey of faith. Let us hold fast to this hope and let it inspire us to live each day with purpose and faithfulness, knowing that our eternal home with God awaits us.
WATCH: Man Sings All Harmonies of Beautiful Hymn ‘When We All Get to Heaven’
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