Hope Amid Tribulation

[Hope Amid Tribulation]

[Verse 1]
In shadows deep, where waves of trial crash
For His name's sake, persecution's fiery lash
Rejoice and exult, rewards in heaven amassed
Like apostles bold, in thanks we steadfast

[Chorus]
Oh, First and Last, the risen One so true
Conqueror of grave, resurrection's hue
Rich in spirit through affliction's night
Eternal hope blooms in radiant light

[Verse 2]
Family's scorn, workplace woes entwine
With wisdom's grace, in goodness we shine
Knowing Lord's love, bless and pray we must
Darkness retreats, heaven's path we trust

[Chorus]
Oh, First and Last, the risen One so true
Conqueror of grave, resurrection's hue
Rich in spirit through affliction's night
Eternal hope blooms in radiant light

[Verse 3]
Transgress truth's bounds, Satan's accusations fly
Sin's wage is death, repent and turn on high
God's love in chastening, blossoms through the pain
Endurance forges hope, souls in gain

[Chorus]
Oh, First and Last, the risen One so true
Conqueror of grave, resurrection's hue
Rich in spirit through affliction's night
Eternal hope blooms in radiant light

[Verse 4]
Poverty's veil hides riches profound
Spiritual fruits in abundance crowned
Self-proclaimed faithful, Satan's synagogue unveiled
Discern with holiness, truth prevailed

[Chorus]
Oh, First and Last, the risen One so true
Conqueror of grave, resurrection's hue
Rich in spirit through affliction's night
Eternal hope blooms in radiant light

[Verse 5]
Disciples transformed, resurrection's sight
Martyr's blood flows, gospel ignites the night
We follow suit, in trials give praise
Heavenly crowns gleam in endless days

[Chorus]
Oh, First and Last, the risen One so true
Conqueror of grave, resurrection's hue
Rich in spirit through affliction's night
Eternal hope blooms in radiant light

[Verse 6]
Hearts enriched with celestial desire
Sorrow's guise yields joy's undying fire
Advent dawns, resurrection's yield
Embraced in glory, forever sealed

[Chorus]
Oh, First and Last, the risen One so true
Conqueror of grave, resurrection's hue
Rich in spirit through affliction's night
Eternal hope blooms in radiant light