Legacy Five - Leave Your Sorrows And Come Along Lyrics
Lyrics
Pilgrims for Jesus we are happy and free
Bound for regions of perfect song
Serving Him truly gives a full victory
Leave your sorrows and come along
Why should children of God be sad?
Lift our voices in jubilee be glad
Things are not bad my brother
Leave your sorrows and come with me
Nothing could cause us to turn back in the race
Because we're bound for regions of everlasting song and story
Jesus abundantly supplies us with grace
So brother leave your sorrows and come along
Why should children of God be sad?
Lift our voices in jubilee be glad
Things are not bad my brother
Leave your sorrows and come with me
Why should children of God be sad?
Lift our voices in jubilee be glad
Things are not bad my brother
Leave your sorrows and come with me
Leave your sorrows and come with me
Video
Kingsmen. Leave Your Sorrows and Come Along. (Stand Up at Opryland) 1986
Meaning & Inspiration
The powerful message of "Leave Your Sorrows And Come Along," famously carried forward by groups like Legacy Five, resonates deeply, drawing from a rich heritage in gospel music. While the Kingsmen introduced this uplifting anthem in 1986, with its subsequent re-release bringing it to new audiences in 2012, Legacy Five masterfully delivers its timeless invitation, echoing a truth that remains as vital today as ever before. This is a song that transcends mere performance, serving as a profound call to spiritual freedom and joy, a vibrant expression of the hope found in Christ.
At its core, "Leave Your Sorrows And Come Along" paints a picture of the believer’s journey, casting us as "pilgrims for Jesus, happy and free." This imagery immediately invokes the biblical understanding of God's people as sojourners on earth, our true citizenship residing in heaven (1 Peter 2:11, Hebrews 11:13). The song proclaims that this journey is not one of hardship and despair, but one marked by happiness and freedom, "bound for regions of perfect song." It asserts that genuine victory is found in serving God truthfully, setting the stage for its central, compelling invitation to shed burdens and join in this joyful procession.
The song then thoughtfully challenges a common human tendency: "Why should children of God be sad?" This isn’t a dismissal of genuine struggle, but a powerful reminder of the profound hope and peace available to those who walk with Christ. It encourages believers to "lift our voices in jubilee" and "be glad," affirming that despite outward appearances, "things are not bad." This echoes biblical exhortations to rejoice always (Philippians 4:4) and to understand that the joy of the Lord is our strength (Nehemiah 8:10). Our sadness often stems from focusing on earthly circumstances, but this song redirects our gaze to the divine perspective, reminding us of God’s unchanging goodness and provision. When Jesus promises His peace, unlike the world's, He means a deep, abiding calm that transcends tribulation (John 14:27).
Further deepening its spiritual insights, the song declares an unshakeable resolve: "Nothing could cause us to turn back in the race." This sentiment reflects the steadfast determination required in the Christian life, a commitment to press on towards the prize, much like Paul describes in Philippians 3:13-14. Our destination, "regions of everlasting song and story," provides the ultimate motivation, a glimpse of the eternal glory that awaits us (Revelation 21:4). Crucially, the song anchors this perseverance not in our own strength, but in God's boundless provision, stating that "Jesus abundantly supplies us with grace." This truth aligns perfectly with Scripture, which teaches that we are saved by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8) and that His grace is sufficient for us in every weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). This divine grace empowers us to endure, to overcome, and to continue in faith, even when the path seems difficult.
The recurring invitation to "leave your sorrows and come along" serves as a gentle yet firm command, an echo of Christ's own call to those who are weary and burdened (Matthew 11:28-30). It’s an assurance that we don't have to carry our anxieties alone; we can cast our burdens upon the Lord, for He cares for us (Psalm 55:22, 1 Peter 5:7). This anthem is more than just a musical piece; it is a sermon in song, a vibrant call to embrace the liberating truth of the Gospel. It inspires us to relinquish the heavy weight of earthly worries and instead clothe ourselves in the joy, freedom, and unwavering grace that are the birthright of every child of God, encouraging a life lived in triumphant anticipation of eternal fellowship.