When All of God's Singers Get Home

Songbook Hymn Sermons

When All of God’s Singers Get Home

A Sermon based on the Hymn by William M. Golden

Introduction:
This joyful hymn looks beyond this life to the eternal home of the redeemed. It celebrates the hope of heaven, where every child of God will sing in perfect harmony. Despite life’s trials, we lift our voices in faith—knowing that glorious day is coming, when we all sing together.

Stanza 1: “What a song of delight in that city so bright…”
This stanza paints a vivid picture of heaven as a city filled with joyful song. It is described as “so bright” because, as Revelation 21:23 reveals, the Lamb is its light. The redeemed will raise their voices in a song of delight, not weighed down by sorrow or struggle, but lifted in purity and praise. Psalm 16:11 assures us that in God’s presence is fullness of joy, and this stanza directs our eyes to that joy awaiting all the faithful.

Stanza 2: “As we sing here on earth songs of sadness or mirth…”
Our songs on earth are often mixed—some joyful, others mournful. Yet even our earthly singing is a preparation for the heavenly chorus. Colossians 3:16 teaches us to sing with grace in our hearts to the Lord. Whether we sing through trials or triumphs, every faithful song is a rehearsal for that eternal melody awaiting us. Psalm 42:8 reminds us that God gives songs in the night, encouraging us even in dark times.

Stanza 3: “Having overcome sin, hallelujah, amen…”
This triumphant verse rejoices in the final victory of the saved. Those who have overcome sin through Christ’s blood will shout “Hallelujah, Amen!” in glory. Revelation 7:14 tells us the saints in white robes are those who have washed their garments in the blood of the Lamb. Romans 8:37 reminds us that we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. This is the ultimate reason to sing: we are redeemed!

Chorus: “When all of God’s singers get home…”
The chorus looks forward to the great reunion of God’s people in heaven. It speaks with confidence: not “if,” but “when.” John 14:2–3 assures us that Jesus has prepared a place for us. In that place, we will never part again. The chorus reminds us that our singing now is just the beginning—we will join the song of Moses and the Lamb forever (Revelation 15:3).

When All of God’s Singers Get Home Sermon Outline:

Stanza 1 – Heaven: A City of Delight and Song

• Revelation 21:23 – The city has no need of the sun; the Lamb is its light

• Psalm 16:11 – In His presence is fullness of joy

• Hebrews 12:22–23 – The heavenly Jerusalem and the assembly of the firstborn

Stanza 2 – Singing on Earth Prepares Us for Heaven

• Colossians 3:16 – Singing with grace in our hearts

• James 5:13 – Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms

• Psalm 42:8 – God gives songs in the night

Stanza 3 – The Redeemed Rejoice in Victory

• Revelation 7:14 – Washed in the blood of the Lamb

• Romans 8:37 – More than conquerors through Him who loved us

• 1 John 5:4 – Faith is the victory that overcomes the world

Chorus – The Assurance and Joy of Heaven

• John 14:2–3 – I go to prepare a place for you

• 1 Thessalonians 4:17 – So shall we ever be with the Lord

• Revelation 15:3 – Singing the song of Moses and the Lamb

Call to Action:
Are you preparing to sing in heaven? That eternal chorus will be filled only with the redeemed—those who have obeyed the gospel and remained faithful. You must believe in Jesus Christ (John 8:24), repent of your sins (Acts 17:30), confess His name (Romans 10:9–10), and be baptized for the forgiveness of sins (Acts 2:38). Then live as a servant in His kingdom, worshiping with joy and hope. If you’ve drifted from the faith, come back before the song begins. When all of God’s singers get home, will you be in that number?

Scripture Reference List:
Revelation 21:23 – The Lamb is the light of the city
Psalm 16:11 – Joy in the presence of God
Hebrews 12:22–23 – The heavenly city and the assembly of saints
Colossians 3:16 – Sing with grace in your hearts
James 5:13 – Let him sing psalms
Psalm 42:8 – God gives songs in the night
Revelation 7:14 – The redeemed washed in the blood of the Lamb
Romans 8:37 – More than conquerors
1 John 5:4 – Faith overcomes the world
John 14:2–3 – A prepared place in heaven
1 Thessalonians 4:17 – Ever with the Lord
Revelation 15:3 – Singing the song of the redeemed
John 8:24 – Believe in Christ to be saved
Acts 17:30 – Repent of sins
Romans 10:9–10 – Confess Christ
Acts 2:38 – Be baptized for the forgiveness of sins

Song Author Credit:
William M. Golden, who also penned “A Beautiful Life,” wrote “When All of God’s Singers Get Home” to point our hearts toward heaven. His lyrics reflect the hope and joy of the faithful and the deep love for singing that endures into eternity.

Song History:
This hymn became especially popular in the churches of Christ during the 20th century. It is often used in gospel meetings and congregational singing because of its uplifting theme and powerful message. It encourages the faithful to keep singing now and look forward to that perfect harmony when the redeemed are home.

Prepared by David Hersey of the church of Christ at Granby, MO

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