Golden Bells - There Will Be Shouting On The Hills Lyrics

Lyrics

CHORUS
There will be shouting on the hills of glory,
Shouting on the hills, yes,shouting on the hills,
When we reach that land of which we've heard the story,
There will be shouting on the hills of God.

What a happy time is coming
When we reach our home in heaven
And the burdens which we bear
There we'll bear no more,
When the angels sound the trumpets
Calling us to those bright mansions
There will be shouting on the everlasting shore.

When the saints begin to gather
Round the Throne in that blessed city,
And the angels there the songs of praise uphold
Harps and golden bells will be ringing
Saints of all the ages singing
Such a meeting as we never saw before.

On that blessed happy morning,
When all saints are risen again
And when all our loved ones we will see again,
In that happy land eternal,
We will live in joys supernal,
And with Jesus and the angels ever reign.

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Meaning & Inspiration

"There Will Be Shouting On The Hills" by Golden Bells emerges from the rich tradition of gospel music, a timeless anthem of anticipation and hope for the Christian believer. While specific release details for this particular rendition by Golden Bells might be nestled within the extensive archives of sacred music, the song's message resonates with the spirit of classic hymns and spirituals that have long comforted and inspired. It stands as a vibrant declaration of the ultimate homecoming, painting a vivid picture of the joy that awaits those who place their faith in the divine promise of eternity.

The very essence of the song is a profound contemplation of the Christian's future in heaven, a "land of which we've heard the story." It immediately sets a tone of joyous expectation, reminding us that our present earthly struggles are temporary, and a glorious reward is assured. This narrative draws deeply from the biblical promise of a new heaven and a new earth, where God Himself will dwell among His people. The central theme revolves around the cessation of all earthly burdens and sorrows, a profound comfort found in passages like Revelation 21:4, which assures us that in the new creation, "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away." This hope is not a vague wish but a firm conviction, built upon the foundation of God’s unfailing word.

The song powerfully articulates the coming moment of transition, when "the angels sound the trumpets / Calling us to those bright mansions." This imagery directly echoes the description of the Lord's return found in 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, where it is written that "the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first." The promise of "bright mansions" further aligns with Jesus' words in John 14:2-3, "In my Father's house are many rooms... I go to prepare a place for you." The anticipation of this divine summons, bringing an end to the "burdens which we bear," fosters a deep sense of peace and eager longing, transforming our present trials into light and momentary afflictions when viewed through the lens of eternity.

As the narrative unfolds, it vividly portrays the gathering of the saints "Round the Throne in that blessed city," a scene of unified worship and celestial celebration. This vision aligns perfectly with Revelation 7:9-10, where a "great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed in white robes, with palm branches in their hands, and crying out with a loud voice, 'Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!'" The song describes "Harps and golden bells will be ringing / Saints of all the ages singing," beautifully illustrating the communal worship described in Revelation 5:8-9, where the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders "fell before the Lamb, each holding a harp and golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of the saints; and they sang a new song." This glorious meeting transcends earthly divisions, uniting believers from all epochs in harmonious praise, a reunion more magnificent than any ever witnessed.

Ultimately, "There Will Be Shouting On The Hills" culminates in the blessed "morning, / When all saints are risen again / And when all our loved ones we will see again." This speaks to the profound comfort of the resurrection and reunion, a cornerstone of Christian hope as articulated in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14, which reassures us, "we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep." The song promises an eternal existence in "joys supernal," where believers will "with Jesus and the angels ever reign." This echoes the ultimate destiny of the faithful, as highlighted in Revelation 22:5, "And night will be no more. They will need no light of lamp or sun, for the Lord God will be their light, and they will reign forever and ever." The repeated chorus throughout reinforces this steadfast assurance, building an escalating sense of triumph and joy, culminating in the joyous "shouting on the hills of God." This song is more than just a melody; it is a declaration of victory, a reminder of the steadfast promises of Scripture, and an inspiring call to live with the glorious hope of eternity firmly fixed in our hearts.