Greater Joy

My heart has found a greater joy More strong than what I see or feel My eyes have seen a better world Though heavenly, still near and real My strength comes not from earthly means From wealth that flees, or man who dies My might comes from the ceaseless fount Of living waters He supplies My eyes have seen a better way Though narrow and hard-pressed it be My eyes are fixed on Zion's mount Where I shall live eternally My heart has found a better life Than living for my selfish gain My soul has found a kinder Lord And I shall ever serve Him fain My soul has found a lasting peace Through pain it stands—sent from above My ears have heard a sweeter song Of priceless, covenantal love My eyes have seen a fairer place A portion beautiful is mine My heart has made the better choice Surrendering to His design