All the world is in confusion,
There is trouble everywhere,
Sin and sorrow and delusion,
Hearts in turmoil and despair.
Hopeless is the scene about us,
Deeper grow the shades of night
Yes, the outlook may be dreary,
But the uplook's always bright!

Oh, the outlook may be dreary,
But the uplook's always bright!
Keep your eyes upon the Savior,
And you need not fear the night,
While the gloom of earth grows deeper,
Clearer shines the Heavenly light,
Oh, the outlook may be dreary,
But the uplook's always bright!

Up beyond earth's din and clatter,
Up beyond its sin and strife
Stands the blessed loving Saviour,
Giver of eternal life.
Keep your eyes on Jesus only,
Oh, how precious is the sight!
Though the outlook may be dreary.
Praise His name, the uplook's always bright!

             - Allvis B. Christiansen
             February 1974 "The Gospel Standard"