When my lifework is ended, and I cross the swelling tide When the bright and glorious morn I see I will know my Redeemer when I reach the other side For He will be the first to welcome me I will know Him, I will know Him Oh, the dear ones in glory, how they beckon me to come And our parting at the river I recall To the sweet vales of Eden they will sing my welcome home But I long to meet my Savior first of all I will Know Him, I will know Him I will stand by His side I will Know Him, I will know Him Through the gates to the city in a robe of spotless white He will lead me where no tears will ever fall In the glad song of ages I shall mingle with delight But I long to meet my Savior first of all I will Know Him, I will know Him I will stand by His side I will Know Him, I will know Him