This song written by Samuel Stennett in 1787 (or earlier) was originally written in a minor key. It was given a new tune in 1835 and the chorus was added in 1895. I have removed the chorus and given it a minor key again in keeping with the original author’s intent.

I hope you enjoy this “new” version. Take special note of verse 3, which has special significance in our present situation. I’ve included the words so you can sing with me.

On Jordan’s Stormy Banks – Samuel Stennett – 1787

1.   On Jordan’s stormy banks I stand,
   And cast a wishful eye
   To Canaan’s fair and happy land,
   Where my possessions lie.
2. O’er all those wide, extended plains
   Shines one eternal day;
   There God the Son forever reigns,
   And scatters night away.
3. No chilling winds or poisonous breath
   Can reach that healthful shore;
   Sickness and sorrow, pain and death,
   Are felt and feared no more.
4. When I shall reach that happy place,
   I’ll be forever blest,
   For I shall see my Father’s face,
   And in His bosom rest.
5. Filled with delight my raptured soul
   Would here no longer stay;
   Though Jordan’s waves around me roll,
   Fearless, I’d launch away.

(Music copyright 2021 – Karen Pickering)

Revelation 21:23 – And the city has no need of the sun or of the moon to shine upon it, for the glory of God has illumined it, and its lamp is the Lamb.