Lift up your eyes to the harvest
The people are coming to light
Darkness is losing its power
The morning is breaking the night
You give me joy
You give me joy
You give me peace
You give me peace
You give me joy in the harvest
Peace for tomorrow
The world will know
I’m truly Yours
Lord You have given me purpose
My passion is winning the lost
My destiny’s in the great harvest
I’ll reach it no matter the cost
Joy comes in the morning
Joy comes in the morning
Joy comes in the morning
Let me hear you say
Peace comes in the morning
Peace comes in the morning
Peace comes in the morning
Let me hear you say
Joy joy joy
Joy joy joy
Joy joy
Joy joy
Song Meaning
Harvest and dawn images give the song urgency to share faith, while joy and peace sustain that calling. The singer sees purpose in reaching others.
Biblical Message
John 4:35 uses the image of fields ready for harvest; Matthew 9:37-38 calls for prayer for workers. The lyric applies that image to witness.
Reflection
Who could you listen to and encourage today before speaking about faith?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “You Give Me Joy” about?
Harvest and dawn images give the song urgency to share faith, while joy and peace sustain that calling. The singer sees purpose in reaching others.
What Scripture connects with this song?
John 4:35 uses the image of fields ready for harvest; Matthew 9:37-38 calls for prayer for workers. The lyric applies that image to witness.