There Is Never A Day So Dreary

By Anna B. Russell

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1. There is never a day so dreary,
there is never a night so long,
but the soul that is trusting Jesus
will somewhere find a song.
Refrain:
Wonderful, wonderful Jesus,
in the heart He implanteth a song:
a song of deliverance, of courage, of strength;
in the heart He implanteth a song.
2. There is never a cross so heavy,
there is never a weight of woe,
but that Jesus will help to carry
because He loveth so.
3. There is never a care or burden,
there is never a grief or loss,
but that Jesus in love will lighten
when carried to the cross.
4. There is never a guilty sinner,
there is never a wandering one,
but that God can in mercy pardon
through Jesus Christ, His Son.

Psalm 40:3

About This Hymn

"There Is Never A Day So Dreary," also known as "Wonderful, Wonderful Jesus," is a hymn penned by Anna B. Russell in 1921. The hymn is set to the tune "NEW ORLEANS" composed by Ernest O. Sellers. Its message emphasizes the constant presence and comfort of Jesus in the lives of believers, regardless of circumstances.

The lyrics begin with the line: "There is never a day so dreary, there is never a night so long," acknowledging the challenges and hardships that individuals may face. However, the refrain offers hope and assurance: "Wonderful, wonderful Jesus, in the heart He implanteth a song," highlighting the joy and peace that Jesus brings to the hearts of those who trust in Him.

The hymn's verses continue to reflect on various aspects of life's burdens, such as heavy crosses, cares, griefs, and losses, and affirm that Jesus provides help, lightens burdens, and offers forgiveness and mercy. The consistent theme throughout the hymn is the unwavering support and love of Jesus for His followers.

Biblically, the hymn resonates with passages such as Psalm 40:3, which speaks of God putting a new song in the mouth of the believer, and Ephesians 5:19 and Colossians 3:16, which encourage speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit.

"There Is Never A Day So Dreary" has been included in various hymnals and continues to be sung in Christian worship settings, offering comfort and encouragement to believers.

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