When the trumpet of the Lord shall sound,
and time shall be no more,
And the morning breaks, eternal, bright and fair;
When the saved of earth shall gather
over on the other shore,
And the roll is called up yonder,
I’ll be there.
When the roll, is called up yonder,
When the roll, is called up yonder,
When the roll, is called up yonder,
When the roll is called up yonder,
I’ll be there.
On that bright and cloudless morning
when the dead in Christ shall rise,
And the glory of His resurrection share;
When His chosen ones shall gather
to their home beyond the skies,
And the roll is called up yonder,
I’ll be there.
Let us labor for the Master
from the dawn till setting sun,
Let us talk of all His wondrous love and care;
Then when all of life is over,
and our work on earth is done,
And the roll is called up yonder,
I’ll be there.
Song Meaning
The trumpet image anticipates resurrection hope.
Biblical Message
1 Thessalonians 4:16 provides the biblical frame for this song: The trumpet image anticipates resurrection hope.
Reflection
Read 1 Thessalonians 4:16 slowly. Where do you need resurrection hope or courage to live from Christ’s victory today?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “When the Trumphet of the Lord” about?
The trumpet image anticipates resurrection hope.
Which Bible passage connects with the song?
1 Thessalonians 4:16 offers a starting point for reflection on its message.