“He’s asleep” Jesus said

1.

“He’s asleep” Jesus said

Of Lazarus His friend

He who was dead, and was buried

And gave in his own grave.

2.

He who died for four days

Jesus said, he’s asleep

He’s the resurrection and life

For all those that trust Him.

3.

Jesus friends never die

But their bodies conceal

Away from worm, below the ground

Now to fly in the sky.

4.

Sleep on thou beloved

Jesus is by your side

Be not afraid, for He promised

Resurrection to us.

5.

His voice will soon be heard

From thy now resting place

His sweet voice will now call on thee

Into resurrection.

6.

Let’s not be sorrowful

Like one that has no hope

We bid thee farewell dear belov’d

Sleep on and take thy rest.

7.

And we also shall sleep

At the time of our call

O that we at dawn meet again

At the feet of our Lord.