Help me just to pass this test of time I wish that I was blind Strange thing to wish for But I just can't unsee all this misery Help me clear this fear that's in my mind I wish that it was lost I can't help but think this world is on the brink In my mind But everything's not lost (all is not lost) 'Cause Christmas and New Year is coming on strong Everything's not lost (all is not lost) 'Cause Christmas and New Year is coming on strong Everything is not lost (all is not lost) 'Cause Christmas and New Year is coming on strong Good tidings of comfort and joy Comfort and joy Comfort and joy Comfort and joy Help me just to cover my ears 'Cause I don't wanna hear Strange thing to wish for But I can't help but hear Children in fear Bangs from bombs That shatter moms To tears But everything's not lost (all is not lost) 'Cause Christmas and New Year is coming on strong Everything's not lost (all is not lost) 'Cause Christmas and New Year is coming on strong Everything is not lost (all is not lost) 'Cause Christmas and New Year is coming on strong Good tidings of comfort and joy Comfort and joy Comfort and joy Comfort and joy Christmastime is here Good tidings to men Peace and joy