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How Long, O Lord

By Sovereign Grace Music

1,830 views Jul 2, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Sovereign Grace Music's 'How Long, O Lord, How Long?' is a modern psalm setting based on Psalm 13. The song expresses a longing for Christ's return, acknowledging present suffering and evil while trusting in God's promises. It speaks of valleys being lifted, the weak becoming strong, and the eventual defeat of sorrow and pain. The chorus fixes hope on God's faithfulness and the anticipation of seeing His face. The repeated cry 'How long?' reflects honest lament mixed with confident expectation, making it a song of patient hope and eschatological longing.

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VERSE 1

Every valley will be lifted high

And the weak will be the strong

When You come like lightning in the sky

How long, O Lord, how long?


VERSE 2

Kings on earth will scatter when they hear

Thundering sounds of angel songs

Hearts will tremble, filled with holy fear

How long, O Lord, how long?


CHORUS

All our hopes are fixed on You

That Your promises are true

And one day You will return

All our treasures here will fade

So, we long to see Your face

Until then our hearts will burn

How long, O Lord?


VERSE 3

You will conquer every evil thing

Every sorrow, pain, and wrong

They will cease with Your return, our King

How long, O Lord, how long?


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