Author:		Charles H. Gabriel, 1856-1932
Musician:		Charles H. Gabriel, 1856-1932

Sweet is the promise, "I will not forget thee";
Nothing can molest or turn my soul away;
E'en tho' the night be dark within the valley,
Just beyond is shining an eternal day.

Refrain:
I will not forget thee or leave thee,
In My hands I'll hold thee, in My arms I'll fold thee;
I will not forget thee or leave thee,
I am thy Redeemer, I will care for thee.

How can I show my gratitude to Jesus,
For His love unfailing and His tender care?
I will proclaim to others His salvation,
That they may accept Him and His promise share.

Trusting the promise "I will not forget thee,"
Onward will I go with songs of joy and praise;
Tho' earth despise me, tho' my friends forsake me,
Jesus will be near me, gladdening my days.

When at the golden portals I am standing,
All my tribulations, all my sorrows past,
How sweet to hear the blessed proclamation:
Enter, faithful servant, welcome home at last.