Oh, there is a city bright in heaven
Where the weary find their rest, praise Him
There is a city shining, built of gold and light
No shadow falls upon it, no darkness in the night
Only the righteous walk upon those streets so fair
No sin or heavy burden can ever enter there
I am looking toward the mountain, I am looking to the throne
Waiting for the promise that I’ll never be alone
Yes Lord, I’m holding to the vision of that home
Where the light of God is shining all around the dome
Oh, that city bright in heaven, it is calling out to me
Where the spirit finds its freedom, where the captive soul is free
Katula ndefwaya, please accept me as Your child
Keep me in Your mercy, keep my spirit undefiled
Oh, glory to the Highest, in that city far above
Where we walk forever in the shelter of Your love
There is no pain or sorrow in that kingdom made of grace
We’ll see the King of Glory looking right upon His face
No sinful nature lingers, it has all been washed away
By the river of the water, in the light of perfect day
Thank You Jesus for the path that leads me to the gate
I will keep on pressing forward, I will never hesitate
I am walking with the Savior, He is leading me along
Turning all my heavy burdens into one eternal song
Oh, that city bright in heaven, it is calling out to me
Where the spirit finds its freedom, where the captive soul is free
Katula ndefwaya, please accept me as Your child
Keep me in Your mercy, keep my spirit undefiled
Oh, glory to the Highest, in that city far above
Where we walk forever in the shelter of Your love
Ukuti munsuge bwino, watch over me each day
Guide my feet in paths of righteousness, help me find the way
I am Yours, Lord, take my hand and lead me to the light
Help me stand in holiness, to finish out the fight
Amen, amen, the spirit is calling me home
Amen, amen, nevermore to roam
It is a city built by heaven, founded on the Rock
I am knocking on the portal, will You open up the lock?
I am yearning for the beauty of the mansions in the sky
Where the tears are wiped away from every weeping eye
There is a city, a city, waiting just for me
Where the grace of God is deeper than the rolling of the sea
Yes Lord, I’m ready for the journey, ready for the call
Standing on the promises, He will never let me fall
Oh, that city bright in heaven, it is calling out to me
Where the spirit finds its freedom, where the captive soul is free
Katula ndefwaya, please accept me as Your child
Keep me in Your mercy, keep my spirit undefiled
Oh, glory to the Highest, in that city far above
Where we walk forever in the shelter of Your love
Oh, that city bright, so bright, so clear
I know that my redemption is drawing ever near
Katula ndefwaya, keep me in Your care
Meet me in the city, I’ll be waiting for You there
Yes Lord, Amen.