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Hymns

Praise Ye The Lord

O hallelujah, sing God's praise!
Your harps and voices to Him raise,
His holy name exalting!
Draw near unto His holiness
His might and power to confess,
Sing praises without halting!
Love Him, praise Him all ye nations,
Congregations, honor bringing,
Joyfully the new song singing.

Praise Him, the heaven's mighty host;
Earth, air and sea His love shall boast,
All who this earth inhabit!
Sun, moon, and stars, yea ev'ry soul
The glory of the Lord extol,
Whose throne is high in heaven!
He loves; He gives all creation
Animation. Light and gladness
Come from Him, the Sun of greatness.

O Zion's children, lift your voice
In glory and in grace rejoice,
Praise Him in congregation!
Let your thanksgiving songs abound;
Proclaim His Word with trumpet sound
In highest exultation!
His Word goes forth in its glory;
Gospel's story, truth will flourish;
And the lies of Satan perish.

Hallelujah! Thy Spirit, Lord,
Reveals itself in Thy good Word;
The morning star has risen,
In brightest splendor now it shines;
And Satan's base and dark designs
Shall soon be cast in prison,
God's Light shines bright in our spirit;
We inherit grace and glory
In His sacred sanctuary.

And now the Spirit of the Lord
Strikes in our hearts the sweetest chord,
Makes music all enchanting;
We're happy as we live and love;
The Spirit, given from above,
To us His grace is granting.
Wondrous, glorious, sweet and cheering
To our hearing is the singing.
Brethren, rise; your praise be bringing!
A Christian's Joy and Hope

O hallelujah to our King!
Ye Zion's children, come and bring
Praise, worship and submission!
O magnify His wondrous might!
The Lamb, which for our sins has died,
Deserves our exaltation!
Thank Him! Praise Him! Bring allegiance
And obedience ev'ry hour
For His marv'lous strength and power.

His glorious kingdom shall endure.
What equals it? What is so sure
On earth, or yet in heaven?
The messengers of His great fame
In regions far and near proclaim:
"Salvation shall be given!"
Hear them calling, "Cease from sinning;
Childhood winning, Seek His favor;
Walk the pathway of the Saviour!"

O Lamb of God, to Thee we sing,
Our gratitude and honor bring
To Thee, our Lord forever.
To all the people be it known
That unto Jesus Christ alone
Our heart and soul is given.
Grant we pray Thee, understanding,
Knowledge giving, of salvation
And Thy graceful dispensation.

What joy we shall in heaven see
When we united are with Thee,
Before Thy throne adore Thee,
When perfect Thy great work shall be,
When after night Thy light we see,
And gathered are before Thee.
Envy shall be far removed,
Well Beloved, all who own Thee
Will as Bridegroom then acclaim Thee!
The Gospel of Truth

The heavens with God's praise resound;
It reaches earth's remotest bound,
Where-e'er our gaze is wending.
Blest is the country, blest the clime,
To which the Word of Life sublime
Its light and truth is sending.
Truthful, joyful, heart renewing,
Sin subduing, Comfort spending,
To the soul its glory lending.

Though all this world should pass away,
The truthful Word of God will stay.
It gives us bread from heaven,
Illuminates our earthly course,
Of strength and courage is the source.
The humble now are given
Knowledge, wisdom; Earth relenteth;
Faith ascendeth pure, immortal,
Out of death to heaven's portal.

All honor to our Saviour's name!
His everlasting gospel's fame
Throughout the earth resoundeth.
On angel's wings it swiftly flies,
With voice and accent sweetly cries,
"Redemption now aboundeth."
Amen! Amen! Invitations
To all nations God has given.
Through Him earth is turned to heaven.
Open Wide The Gates

Let ev'ry gate be opened wide,
The King of glory to invite
With grace and truth abounding!
He that from sin has turned his face
Wakened from deathly sleep by grace
In light is now abiding.
Hear Him, See Him, Fighting glorious
And victorious; Night is lifted,
All with light and gladness gifted.

Around Him sings the mighty throng
Which suffered in their fetters long,
In freedom now rejoicing.
Once they were bound, but now are free;
Once they were blind, but now they see;
Once they were dead, now living.
Gracious, precious, to the fainting
He is granting Free salvation
Without bound or limitation.

All who to Christ's estate belong
Come now with glad and joyful song,
His covenant establish!
Let us His handiwork behold,
His kingdom help to build and mold;
His Word will stand forever.
Go ye! Strive ye, to inspire
And to hire Heirs of heaven!
Heart and soul to Christ be given.

O Thou who did our sorrow bear,
When shall there be enough of prayer
And praise in this world sounding?
When shall the nations, Thee, Lord, know,
And to Thy holy temple go,
With grace and love abounding?
To Thee humbly All may enter;
In Thee center Hope forever;
May we leave Thy service never!

Lord, here do we await Thine hour,
The time so full of love and pow'r
When all shall reach fruition;
The desert blooms as paradise.
In bitter springs sweet waters rise
When Thy word fills its mission.
Lord, Thou say'st now; "Storm, be going!
Light, be glowing! Flee, dark sadness!
Zion, grow thou strong in gladness!"
The Praise Of God

Praise ye the Lord; He is king over all the creation!
Praise thou the Lord, O my soul, as the God of salvation!
Come and rejoice; Lift up your heart and your voice.
Praise Him in true adoration!

Praise ye the Lord, who in glorious majesty reigneth;
Beareth thee upward, on wings like the eagle's sustaineth.
He can provide, After thy own heart's delight,
What to thy welfare pertaineth.

Praise thou the Lord, who prepares thee with might and with wisdom,
Heals thy diseases and leadeth thee on to His kingdom.
From fear and harm, His strong and almighty arm
Shields and defends thee with kindness.

Praise thou the Lord, who hast blest thee with bountiful treasure,
And from the heavens has sent thee His love in rich measure,
Art thou aware, How the Almighty with care
Meets thee in love and with pleasure?

Praise to the Lord; Oh, let all that is in me adore Him!
All that have breath sing with Abraham's children before Him!
He is our light, Fountain of glory and might,
Peace to my spirit restoring.
Appeal to the Saviour

Christ, Thou my life and my hope, Thou my faith and salvation.
Worthy to take from me homage, and true consecration.
Lead Thou my mind, Saviour so true and so kind,
Unto devout adoration.

Joy of my heart, my belov'd, I exalt Thee forever,
Wholly I sacrifice body and soul to Thee ever.
Great is my gain, If I with Thee shall remain.
May naught my soul from Thee sever!

One thing, O Lord, above all will I covet and cherish,
Rest for my soul and may all other vain objects perish.
My only joy! All other pleasures destroy,
In me Christ only shall flourish.

Ruler of Life! O now rule in my heart and endeavor,
That all my life may be holy and Godpleasing ever;
Thy Spirit give, that to Thy glory I live
Here and in heaven forever!
Christmas Carol

Our song of praise to God ascend,
And there with angels' voices blend.
The day of gladness now is here;
Sing hallelujah with good cheer.
Hallelujah!

From heaven, in the dark of night,
He came and brought eternal light.
Behold now how this light divine
Throughout this pilgrim's dale doth shine.
Hallelujah!

And in the Father's image pure
He came earth's trials to endure.
He leads us with a gentle hand
To that long cherished, happy land.
Hallelujah!

He, who in glory there doth reign,
Did dwell on earth as humble man;
That through His noble sacrifice,
We find the path to paradise.
Hallelujah!

And when our days here are complete,
As brethren, we our Lord shall meet,
And be transformed before His sight
To glory and celestial light.
Hallelujah!
The Resurrection From Baptism

Arise, my song to Christ the King,
From whom the fount of life did spring
When from the grave He did arise
To sever death's deceiving ties!
Hallelujah!

Earth trembled with His wondrous might;
From heaven came an angel bright.
The stone was moved from its repose
When Jesus Christ from death arose.
Hallelujah!

And clothed in glory, bright and fair,
Which He eternally did wear,
He leads beneath His Shepherd's rod
Freed pris'ners to the House of God.
Hallelujah!

The mighty foe still seeks in vain
Us in his power to retain.
The blood of Jesus makes us free,
And justified by faith are we.
Hallelujah!

The victory He has achieved
For all who have in Christ believed.
Flesh, Satan, death have lost their sting.
Oh, come and choose this heav'nly King!
Hallelujah!

We know that Satan's yoke is shame,
And strive to work in Jesus' name;
Reborn by faith, we go our way,
And sin we never shall obey.
Hallelujah!

As Jesus died for all our sin,
So all His own new life begin;
Through baptism we renewed shall be,
And clothed in immortality.
Hallelujah!

Thus by this Spirit-birth may we,
Lord Jesus, have a part in Thee
And show ourselves obedient, Lord,
In love and faith unto Thy Word.
Hallelujah!
Glory To God In The Highest

Glory to God in the Highest!
In remoteness and near by us
Ruleth He with might and grace.
Let us bring our thanks and praise!
Let us bring our thanks and praise!
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Peace and good will to all nations!
Ye, the heirs of His salvation,
Far and near, O sons of men,
Praise the Lord with glad refrain!
Praise the Lord with glad refrain!
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Joyously sound ye His praises!
Men, Whom to His choice He raises,
Triumph! To a high estate!
We are bought by love so great!
We are bought by love so great!
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
Baptism

Oh, my God, my heart desireth greatly
To inherit Thy sweet rest.
In Thy covenant wilt Thou receive me,
Number me among the blest.
As Thy twelve disciples in their trial,
So I pledge myself in selfdenial
To endure reproach, dismay,
And Thy good Word to obey.

My desire is to proclaim Thy gospel.
To all fellow creatures here
And admonish unrepentant sinners
To love God with rev'rent fear.
Being dead to sin thru my conversion
And in undergoing this immersion
I'll enjoy my Saviour's grace,
And t'ward heav'n direct my face.

A new being by regeneration,
I do pledge myself to bear
With my Master cross and tribulation,
Likewise with His body share.
But, my Lord, to suffer and to labor
Give me strength, and grace, and godly favor
That I follow Thee alone,
Till I stand before Thy throne.
The Union In Jesus' Death

We, who in God's name are here assembled,
Solemnly do clasp our hands;
That Christ's death and suff'ring be remembered,
Faithfully for Him to stand.
Thus in unison our hearts have spoken.
Lord, to show Thy favor give the token;
Speak Thy blessing ever true;
"Amen," Peace be unto you.
Lord Jesus, Thou Art King

Lord Jesus, Thou art King;
At God's right hand Thou reignest.
Thy praise the angels sing;
Thy servants Thou sustainest.
The world's release didst Thou
Upon the cross achieve.
Look Lord down in pity now,
Its wretchedness relieve.

Thy gospel free and pure
Send forth to ev'ry nation.
Let all perceive Thy light,
And welcome Thy salvation.
Raise up Thy people true;
Let ev'ry tongue and clime
Sound forth Thy glorious praise,
Exalt Thy name sublime.

Let ev'ry heart and knee
In rev'rence bow before Thee,
And in the very dust
In humbleness adore Thee.
Let ev'ry tongue confess
That God His Son did raise
To be a Saviour, King,
Unto His Father's praise.

Come, joyful day, oh come!
The promised word fulfilling.
The longings of our heart,
The soul's desires stilling.
The Kingdom and the might,
All glory and all pow'r
Be given now of God
To Christ the Lord this hour.

His glorious rule shall be
Unending and unbroken.
The sceptre of His might,
Of peace shall be the token.
Ye nations shout for joy;
His praise let all proclaim.
Let all the earth bring forth
The honor due His name.

The angel host on high
Doth sing His praise in cadence,
With cherub's mighty power,
With seraph's purest radiance.
The choir with golden harps
Beside the crystal sea
Doth raise the glad new song:
"The Lamb's high praise sing we."

Four beings 'round the throne,
The elders there before them,
Exalt God and the Lamb,
His glory speading o'er them,
Before Him cast their crowns,
Fall down and Him adore,
Who saith: "I was, I am,
And shall be evermore."

Glory to God on high,
To Father, Son and Spirit,
Whose faithful children all
The Kingdom shall inherit.
The host of Thine elect,
The heavens broad and free,
Praise Thee, great Trinity,
Through all eternity.
Praise And Thanks For God's Blessings

Lord God, we honor Thee
And praise Thy mild compassion,
That Thou so graciously
Dost hear our supplication!
Thy love is truly great;
Thy mercies are untold;
Thou givest food and drink
for Spirit flesh and soul.

So now again Thou hast
To us a blessing given.
Our handiwork is blest
By Thy good Word from heaven.
Thou blessest food and drink
Our needs to satisfy.
Therefore, we give Thee thanks;
Our song shall rise on high.

Thy living Word is sent
Our souls to feed and nourish.
Thou wilt that in our hearts
Thy love and praise we cherish.
Thou shedest light and pow'r
Upon our pilgrim way,
And lead'st us by Thy hand
To heaven day by day.

We sing our heartfelt thanks,
Thy truth and love adoring.
For guidance and for light
Thy Spirit we're imploring.
Our hearts we offer Thee
For life and ev'ry day,
That with Thy grace we tread
The straight and narrow way.
The Shepherd And His Flock

Lord Jesus, honor, thanks and praise
Be to Thy goodness all our days.
Thy people in Thy grace rejoice,
In comfort they lift up their voice;
"Thou shalt shalt remain in all eternity!"
Thus we repose in blest security.

In loving care stay by our side,
For none except Thee can provide.
Convert all who know not Thy name,
All evil workers put to shame!
And let the tempted feel Thy wondrous might,
That in the darkness they may see the light.

The raging wolves, Lord, from us keep;
A lion's courage give Thy sheep.
All those who foreign ways have learned
Be speedily to Thee returned.
So draw and bind us closely unto Thee,
Till in one flock we all united be.
The Faithful Shepherd

Don't you see on heav'nly pastures
Our good, patient, Shepherd pass,
And by bloody footmarks tracing
Sheep and lambs in sore distress?
Do you know His flock so precious?
Do you know His Shepherd's staff,
Which new life and light so gracious
Unto earth and heaven gave?

See, a lamb away has wandered
And the Shepherd runs in haste,
Leaves the rest to seek the straying
Till He finds and holds it fast.
In His arms He bears it gently,
Soothes its sorrow and its pain,
Causes all its fears to vanish,
Brings it to the fold again.

Follow this good Shepherd solely,
Earthly pilgrims one and all!
Let Him then direct you wholly,
Follow gladly at His call!
Let Him to the flock then take you.
Trust ye in His pow'r to save!
Glad His ways fore'er will make you
Blessed who his heart Him gave!

Would you on this earthly journey
Feel such care and kind regard?
Come to Christ, the loving Shepherd;
Consecrate to Him your heart!
Lead me to Thy pleasant pastures,
To Thy living fount, O Lord;
And through joy and sorrow bring me
To that great and blest reward!
A Lamb Of Jesus

What glorious state, to be a lamb of Jesus,
To feel the faithful Shepherd's loving grace.
In all the earth there is no higher standing
Than this, to follow in the Saviour's ways.
What all the world could never give,
A lamb of Jesus from its Shepherd will receive.

In pastures green the sheep will find its pleasure;
To quench its thirst the purest fountains flow.
No human eye the grace can ever measure
Which He in richest fullness does bestow.
A peaceful life the sheep will spend
In everlasting pleasures that will never end.

The lamb abides in this good Shepherd's keeping;
Though all the depths of hell in anger roar,
No raving wolf shall pluck it from His bosom;
It trusts in Jesus' might forevermore.
It rests in blest security,
And in the vale of death, the Lord its shield will be.

All who would live and spend their days in comfort
Should come and draw unto this Shepherd nigh;
With heav'nly bread He'll satisfy their hunger,
Which worldly husks can never satisfy.
No lack of blessings there shall be,
Since to God's treasures He, the Shepherd, has the key.

Yet this is but the foretaste of the fullness
Of joys to follow in eternity.
The Lamb's elect shall feed on heav'nly pastures,
With waters from life's stream supplied shall be.
Then shall be fully manifest,
How happy is a lamb of Jesus and how blest.
Joy In The Saviour

I'm a lamb of Jesus' flock;
Untold blessings are my lot;
For my Shepherd gives protection;
Showers on me His affection;
And with peace and gentle love,
Calls to me from heav'n above.

Safe beneath His staff, I go
On my journey, to and fro,
Into pastures sweet and verdant,
Finding joys and food abundant;
And my thirst to quench, He knows
Where the sweetest fountain flows.

Shall I not then happy be?
Jesus loves me tenderly.
When my earthly days are ending,
With the angel host ascending,
In my Saviour's arms I'll be
Blest in all eternity!
Jesus, The Truest Friend

Who is He that cares and watches
O'er our life and soul's estate?
Who is He that thus has drawn us?
Christ alone, His love is great.

Ere Thy light shone in with brightness,
Did'st Thou see us in our woe.
Thou did'st die to give salvation
To the lost ones here below.

Mortals love their friends sincerely;
Human love is thus confined.
In His death, He loved us dearly,
Friends and enemies combined.

We can feel Thy grace and comfort,
Light and strength, the Spirit's seal;
All the blight of sin and sorrow,
None but Thee our wounds can heal.

Heav'nly blessings for the pilgrim
Here on earth are kept in store.
After sorrows, we Thy children
Shall rejoice forevermore.

Saviour! Since Thy blood is healing,
There is rest for heart and mind.
Let us now, Thy peace enjoying,
Grace, sufficient, in Thee find.

Teach us all Thy true obedience;
Teach us, Lord, to do Thy will.
Lead us in Thy holy presence;
Through this world do guide us still.

Though Thou lead us thru the darkness,
Thou art evermore our light.
When death comes in awful stillness,
We behold Thy face so bright.

Thus we love Thee, and adore Thee,
Thou art worthy of our love.
When in death and pain and sorrows,
Let us trust in Thee above.

Though the world our souls is calling
From the Lord, who loves us best,
May our love to Him be constant
Till we meet there with the blest.
The Incomparable

Who is Lord, like Thee,
Sweet repose for me?
For us sinners Thou wert taken,
Life to bring to the forsaken.
Thou our light shalt be,
Sweet repose for me.

Bridegroom of the soul,
Lamb of God, my All!
I will praise Thy loving kindness,
Which from darkness, sin, and blindness,
Drew me, Lord, to Thee,
Nailed upon the tree.

Life which tasted death,
That from all distress I,
Thy child, might be delivered,
And the chains of death be severed,
Raised sin's heavy load,
Leading me to God.

With Thy gentle mind,
With Thy meekness kind,
Clothe me, heart and mind renewing,
Pride and anger still subduing.
For naught can endure But Thy image pure.

Make my soul to feel
All Thy Spirit's zeal.
May I watch in pray'r and pleading,
Joyfully Thy face beholding,
Pure and unfeigned love
May my spirit move.

Courage strong give me,
Willing to give Thee
Life and blood and ill possessions,
Hating sin and all transgressions.
Courage brave and true,
Give each day anew.

Here through scorn and strife,
There the crown of life;
Here the hoping and believing,
There the seeing and receiving;
Here we bear disdain,
There the crown we gain.

Jesus grant to me
That I valiantly
Overcome the world's temptations.
For Thy victory and patience
Show how valiantly
Thou hast fought for me.

Thou, O Light sublime,
Chosen ere all time
To bestow on us God's favor,
Wast made flesh to be our Saviour,
In the full of time,
O Thou Light Sublime.

Thou art Victor, Lord,
Over Satan's horde;
All the power of the devil
Is destroyed, and all the evil,
Through that ransom high
For which Thou didst die!

Majesty most high,
King and Prophet, Thy
Scepter here we kiss, believing,
At Thy feet the Truth receiving;
As in Bethany,
Mary learned from Thee.

Draw us close to Thee,
Lord, eternally;
Serving Thee in love unceasing,
Praising Thee with joy increasing;
For eternally,
We abide in Thee.

Wake us, Lord, we pray,
That to Thee our way
We pursue with firm endeavor,
Seeing naught and halting never
In this earthly day,
Further Thou our way!
Labor On

Labor on! Labor on!
Zion, shine Thou forth in light!
As a city on a mountain,
In thy first love still abide,
Seeking for the living fountain.
Zion, passing thru the narrow gate,
Do not wait; Do not wait.

Still endure! Still endure!
Zion, still endure all pain,
All contempt, reproach, affliction.
Faithful unto death remain;
Make the crown of life thy portion.
Zion, if thou feel the serpent's lure,
Still endure, Still endure.

Follow not! Follow not!
Zion, from the world abstain,
Not in worldly greatness rising.
Seek not after earthly gain,
And the Dragon's throne despising.
Zion, tho' much joy could be thy lot,
Follow not! Follow not!

Prove with care! Prove with care!
'Round thee evil spirits stand,
Which on ev'ry side are calling,
But obey not their command.
Let God's hand keep thee from falling.
Whether straight or crooked, shun the snare,
Prove with care; Prove with care.

Press thou on! Press thou on!
Zion, press thou on to God!
With His strength thy spirit glowing,
Be not like a withered rod,
But a vine in vigor growing.
Zion, let hypocrisy be gone;
Press thou on! Press thou on!

O break forth! O break forth!
Zion, O break forth in might!
Brother-love in thee be burning,
Show thyself as His by right,
Who as Bridegroom is returning,
Zion, through thine open door on earth;
O break forth! O break forth!

Hold thou fast! Hold thou fast!
Persevere now as of old;
Lukewarm let not Jesus find thee;
On, behold the crown of gold;
On, forget what is behind thee.
Zion, in thy struggle to the last,
Hold thou fast! Hold thou fast!
To Those In Conflict

Up and strive; Up and strive;
Brethren, for the true faith strive.
Fortify yourselves in Jesus;
Battle for the crown of life.
Strive to win the Master's praises;
Gird yourselves with might and pow'r each day,
On your way, On your way.

Put it on; Put it on!
Put God's mighty armor on,
Whereby you may bring undoing
To the adversary's plan,
Who designs your overthrowing,
Seeking you upon your pilgrim way
To delay, To delay.

Therefore strive; Therefore strive
'Gainst the cunning and the might,
Of the hordes of evil spirits
Who in darkness and in night
Wage against the Christ their conflict.
For the prince of darkness fears the light
And the right, And the right.

For 'tis true; For 'tis true
That the conflict on life's path
Is not only with the human;
But against the devil's wrath
Is our conflict, He our foeman;
Therefore, with your Head united stay,
Watch and pray, Watch and pray.

Steadfast be, Steadfast be,
Brethren, stand ye fast and fight;
Gird your loins with courage duly,
Gird your minds with truth and right;
Ye shall be victorious truly.
Righteousness shall be your breastplate strong,
Fight the wrong! Fight the wrong!

Battle on, Battle on,
Let your faith be your best shield.
By the Lord Himself erected;
In its shelter hold the field,
'Gainst the enemy protected;
For He would with fiery, deadly darts
Pierce your hearts, pierce your hearts.

Be supplied, Be supplied
With the helmet naught can pierce;
Hold the hope of your salvation,
Though the foe wage battle fierce
With his powers of temptation;
Turn the light your hope doth now accord
To the Lord, To the Lord.

Firmly seize, Firmly seize,
Brethren, take the Spirit's sword,
Which is God's own Word of power.
If you keep it close at hand,
Satan will before you cower,
For he, when God's mighty sword he sees,
Turns and flees, Turns and flees.

O beware, O beware,
Brethren, walk as in the light,
And abide in love forever;
Turn not to the left or right
From the way of your dear Saviour.
Pray ye to the Lord in every need,
He will heed, He will heed.

Carry on, Carry on,
Carry on the work of God,
And the souls of men be winning;
With the Gospel's peace be shod.
Waken those still dead in sinning;
Bring them, through the gracious Gospel-Word,
To the Lord, To the Lord.
The Incarnation Of Christ

Holy One, Holy One,
Holy God of Sabaoth!
Earth and heaven homage render
Thee of all creation, God.
And of all who have surrendered,
And are sanctified thru Jesus' blood,
Cleansing flood, cleansing flood.

Praise and thanks, Praise and thanks
Bring we ever unto Thee
That for us Thy Son was given,
That we should Thy people be.
He eternal life in heaven
And redemption from our sin and grief,
Did achieve, did achieve.

Day and night, Day and night
Shall our song of praise resound
In the church which is His body,
Which in Him Salvation found.
Death reigned in our sinful body;
Christ, to give us life became a man,
Glorious plan, glorious plan.

Son of man, Son of man,
Let Thy golden lamp shine bright;
Grant that Zion truly know Thee;
Scatter Thou the shades of night.
Help us bring the praise we owe Thee,
And together bless before the throne,
Christ the Son, Christ the Son.

Holy Lord, Holy Lord,
Holy and almighty Lord,
Let the light of Christ shine o'er us,
Brightly all our journey through;
May His grace and truth most glorious,
Still illume our path, till also we
Dwell with Thee! Dwell with Thee!
Buried with Christ

Holy One, Holy One! Glorious Immanuel!
Father of all righteous children!
O, illuminate my soul
With the grace which saves the sinner,
And adorns him with God's image mild
As His child, As His child.

As immersed, As immersed in the water and the blood
In the grave with Christ, the Saviour
In baptism's cleansing flood,
Free from wrath with God in favor,
Dead to sin and self, which buried lies,
I arise, I arise.

Brought to life, Brought to life with Christ Jesus,
God's elect Made awake, I now am severed
From the world, the evil sect,
From its dark deceit forever;
From false pride, from sin and from disgrace.
Oh, what grace, Oh, what grace!

Life divine, Life divine, Fire and Spirit giveth pow'r,
Maketh me a new creation;
Godly life is mine each hour,
Christ, my dress in this new station;
He performs His holy work alway,
Night and day, Night and day.

With delight, With delight Thou my happy soul hast blest.
Born to everlasting glory, I endeavor without rest
To make known the joyful story,
While my Lord and Saviour gives me breath
Until death! Until death!
Communion Hymn

Come within, come within,
Of Thy church the Head to be!
Speak to us the peaceful message
Of Thy love. We wait for Thee
Of our covenant the author,
Come, to hold with us this feast of love,
From above, from above.

Sanctify, sanctify!
Sanctify this living bread
To our inward animation,
As Thy body unto death
Thou didst give in consecration.
Let our spirit, free from worldly mind,
Heaven find, heaven find.

Prince of life, Prince of life!
Showers from Thy blessed flood
Bring, and quench our souls so thirsty.
As Thy sacrificial blood
For us flowed in great compassion,
Give us strength in all eternity
True to be, true to be.

Be it so, be it so.
Do you feel His blessed tread
Drawing near to our assembly,
Heav'nly gifts for us to spread,
Living bread and drink to render?
Streams of blessing from His hand partake,
Come and take, come and take!
The Lord's Supper

We worship Thee with tears of gladness,
Lord Jesus Christ, for Thy great love!
To reconcile us with the Father,
To die, Thou camest from above.
How great has been Thy sacrifice!
To Thee our thanks and praise shall rise.

To break Thy bread we now have gathered,
In covenant to drink Thy wine;
As brethren we unite together,
That unto death we might be Thine.
This promise we, with heart and will;
Give grace our promise to fulfill.

Thine is the pow'r and will to strengthen,
Thou lov'dst me unto the death!
In Thee I find life and salvation;
Thou'lt comfort me in my last breath.
O precious Jesus, dearest Lord,
All gifts to us Thou dost accord.

Yet closer unto Thee unite me,
As Thou with God united art.
In truth Thine own and not pretending,
A Christian true, in mind and heart;
This will I seek, this is my aim,
My heart, Lord, as Thy dwelling claim!

And ye, the Church's members, truly
Are folded in my heart's embrace!
In Christ ye are my brethren duly;
We share salvation through His grace.
We drink one cup; we break one bread;
One Saviour suffered in our stead.

As here, in Jesus' name invited,
His people meet to share His love,
So shall the ransomed be united,
A mighty throng, in heaven above,
To praise Him there before the throne,
Our Lord and Saviour, Christ the Son.

Nor shall the scorn of those who hate me,
Nor joy nor earthly vanity,
From Thy dear love e'er separate me;
In death it shall my stronghold be;
Thou art and ever wilt be mine,
And I forever, Saviour, Thine!
Communion Hymn

Jesus in the night of His betrayal,
When His covenant He did endow,
When His blood, in love and grace eternal,
For transgression and for sin did flow,
He established for His church a token,
That His covenant might ne'er be broken,
This His holy Sacrifice and feast,
For His own, from sin and death released.

After they the paschal lamb had eaten,
He took bread, and breaking it, gave thanks;
Shared it with His own belov'd disciples,
Who in love and trust had joined His ranks,
"Take and eat, my body I do offer,
As unto the death for you I suffer;
This a mem'ry of my death and pain,
Likewise your redemption shall remain."

When of this blest bread they had partaken,
And brought thanks unto their God above,
Having been unto this feast invited
And found worthy of His grace and love,
He the cup into His hands did gather,
Giving thanks unto His heav'nly Father,
Said to His disciples: "Drink this wine,
As a token of my blood divine."

"This cup is the blood of my new cov'nant,
Which for many sinners I have shed;
Therein lies the promise and the power
Of each one who unto sin is dead."
So this blood, which flowed on Calv'ry's mountain,
Unto full salvation is the fountain;
And this cup reminds us of the blood,
Which for sin was made a cleansing flood.

His blood purifies the congregation
Of His children, whom He did atone,
Whom He loved sincerely ere creation.
He to them says: "Ye are Mine alone!"
Constantly His Church He is adorning,
And His faithfulness is new each morning.
His good Spirit giveth He as seal,
As His sacred promises reveal.

Come then to the feast of His New Covenant,
Members of His Church, your faith renew;
Thank the Founder of this precious Covenant
Through the chalice He pours out for you.
Here your hands in faithfulness uniting
And the fire of brother-love new lighting,
Let your common prayers rise to His throne.
Thank and praise Him who hath made you one!

By their love His members are united
In a union godly and devout;
All who love their holy vows have plighted;
All who do not love belong without.
In their love this blessed meal is taken,
In their love they shall abide unshaken;
Many members are as one arrayed,
As from many grains one bread is made.

Therefore, when ye to your Master's glory,
Come to keep this holy feast of love,
Ye must truly hear salvation's story,
Joining those whose homeland is above!
Then true love will heart to heart bind ever,
And no discord will this union sever;
One in Jesus Christ they all shall be,
He the Head of His community!

There is life and there is peace and gladness,
There contentment, grace, and mercy flow;
There the light of Jesus scatters sadness,
Shining with a soft and blessed glow.
O, who would not joy in this salvation,
Yearn to dwell within that habitation
Where the Light of life shines full and free,
Giving men new life and liberty!
On To The Combat

Rise, O Christian generation,
Clinging to your Lord alway!
Up, arise in consecration,
Lest your soul be led astray!
For your foe dareth you,
Unto combat dareth you!

Follow then the Saviour's banner;
Trust in His almighty arm;
Though your foe in dreadful manner
O'er the battlefield doth swarm,
Jesus' host conquers most,
If near Him it takes its post.

On His word then take the venture,
Clad with pray'r and watchfulness.
This alone will make you fearless,
Strength and courage to possess,
War to wage, and engage
Through Christ's blood the enemy's rage.

For His power hath been tested
By the saints who steadfast stood;
Knowing that in overcoming
They had conquered by His blood.
Shall not we steadfast be,
Fight for Jesus valiantly?

Those who love sin's baleful bondage
Are to conflict disinclined;
None who yield themselves her servants
Can their soul's salvation find;
Sinful night, Satan's might
Has deprived them of their sight.

But the one whom wisdom teacheth
Freedom is the Christians' part,
He whose mind to God inclineth
As the hope of his whole heart,
Seeks to be from guile free,
Christ's own servant faithfully.

O how wretched is existence
Without Christ and liberty!
Those who offer God resistance
Shall have woe and misery.
Comforts new, blessings true
Come to those who sin subdue.

Through the Word and blood of Jesus
Let us then our foes defeat;
He'll deliver us from danger,
He will be our safe retreat.
We shall see victory;
From the world He'll make us free.

May our life be ever hidden
Here in God with Christ our Lord;
Then shall we upon that morning
Stand illumined by His Word;
All the care we now share
Will be changed to glory there.

On that day God's faithful servants
Shall receive their faith's reward;
In the tents of all the righteous
Shall their vict'ry's song be heard.
There God's band e'er shall stand
In that bright and happy land.
Jesus, Our Head

Jesus, bosom friend so gentle,
Son of truth and righteousness,
Dwelling in Thy holy churches
Who their faith in Thee confess.
Enter in as we assemble;
Pour up on Thy holy temple
Life and light in godlike flame,
As we gather in Thy name.

Come, invigorate each member,
Thou, Thy body's holy Chief!
Casting out all opposition,
From temptations grant relief!
Come, unfold to us in clearness
Grace and truth in sacred nearness;
Let us hear today anew;
"I am in the midst of you!"

Let our heart and our whole being
Turn to Thee, eternal light!
What Thy gracious kindness offers
May we choose both day and night.
May Thy light and life be flowing,
Blessings on each one bestowing;
May each heart anew embrace,
Lord, Thy covenant of grace!

Let the eyes of ev'ry teacher
Look to Thee, O Christ, our Lord!
Give each hearer understanding
Of Thy presence in Thy Word.
May its sound each heart then enter;
May it pow'r and blessing render;
For Thy kingdom us prepare,
For all else is but a snare.

Make each soul Thy habitation;
Come, O Lord, and dwell within!
May each one make preparation
In Thy ranks e'er to remain!
Thy good gifts we all desire,
And Thy majesty admire;
Make Thy truth and holiness
In Thy children manifest.

What has flowed from Thy clear fountain
Heart and spirit shall assure!
May what hungry souls have tasted
Make us righteous, meek and pure!
Come, O Jesus, do Thou bless us,
Meet us in Thy love so gracious;
That in love and truth with Thee
Each one may united be!
The Mediator

Great and priestly Mediator,
Sitting on Thy Father's right,
Hosts of servants now defending
In the realm of grace and might.
Whom within His sanctuary,
In the royal crown of glory,
Heav'nly multitudes untold
With veiled countenance behold.

Thy great work of our redemption
And atonement is achieved;
All that was to be accomplished
Thou in wisdom hadst conceived.
For us, Lord, Thou didst expire,
Grace and favor to acquire;
With Thy rising from the tomb
Liberty for us shall bloom.

This is now Thy occupation
In that holy sacred place;
Words and powers of salvation
By the gospel of Thy grace,
Give to all those to be sharing
Who are to Thy throne repairing;
Thus are thru Thy loving hand,
Grace and blessings to us sent.

And the names of all the godly
Thou dost bear upon Thy breast;
All who come to Thee believing
In delight shall be caressed.
All the faithful Thou dost cherish,
That not one of them might perish;
In Thy Father's house so fair
Thou their mansion dost prepare.

Thou dost not forget the wretched,
Who still serve the world of sin;
Yea, Thy heart doth break in pity
For the bondage they are in;
That Thy Father may yet spare them,
In His mercy still forbear them,
That their hearts He yet might turn,
Ah, for this Thou, Lord, dost yearn!

When Thou here in flesh didst sojourn
And our sins upon Thee lay,
Thou didst turn unto Thy Father;
For the sinners Thou didst pray,
Both with weeping and with sighing,
For the sinners' pardon crying,
Oh, in what humility
Then arose Thy fervent plea!

Now Thy eloquent petitions
Are supported by Thy might,
As Thou in Thy heavenly glory
Sittest at Thy Father's right;
Now, though Satan may accuse us,
Pardon Thou wilt not refuse us;
For Thy blood for us was spilt,
And this blood removed our guilt.

Precious Saviour, we commend Thee,
That in this, Thy sacred place
Thou hast shown such untold mercy;
We bring honor, thanks and praise.
Do Thou still make intercession
When we offer our petition;
Lead us by Thy faithful hand
Till we reach our Fatherland!
The Seven Churches

Hark! and earnestly be heeding
What the Spirit thee doth teach;
How the Word, its truth revealing
All the churches doth beseech.
Hark! for God to him is speaking
Who for knowledge pure is seeking.
He discerns each hidden thing
And to light our thoughts doth bring.

He, who seven stars is holding
In His right hand thus does speak:
"Clearly all things I'm beholding,
And my servants' deeds I seek,
What they do, their works comparing,
And where also they are erring;
I judge all things here aright,
Bringing them into the light!

Blest is he who overcometh,
And the first true love maintains,
Who in truth builds firm foundation,
And false teaching doth disdain.
Him with fruit I'll ever nourish
From the tree which there doth flourish,
Which above in paradise Is prepared by God allwise."

Thus speaks Jesus, the Beginning,
And the Last, the A and O,
Who from death, as Prince is reigning,
Did arise; He speaketh so:
"I know all your tribulations;
Poverty, strength, works, temptations.
Thou art rich; in patience bear
All reproach; do not despair!

Blest is he who overcometh,
Fleeing not when pain besets;
When in fear and tribulations,
Doth this comfort ne'er forget,
That I will the true and grateful
Give the crown of life, who faithful
Did remain in trials severe;
Second death he need not fear!"

He from whom is now proceeding
The two edged, sharp piercing sword
Speaks: "I know all things, perceiving
Your strong faith kept in accord.
Satan's throne is where thou dwellest;
Therefore see that thou repellest
All who vex my children sore,
And whose teachings I abhor.

Blest is he who overcometh,
Whose brave heart naught can deceive,
Who in time of grace repenteth,
Worldly splendor ne'er receives.
Him with manna I'll be feeding,
And the faithful one providing
With a new white stone of fame,
Where is written his new name."

God's own Son to thee is speaking,
Whose bright eyes as fire do blaze;
"Deeds of heart and hands I'm seeking,
Blest ye battlers rich in grace!
Thou, thy faith and love retaining,
Art in patience e'er enduring;
For thy love doth burn with zeal,
And thy deeds much fruit do yield.

But thou hast to my displeasure
Jezebel who doth mislead,
Who appears as having treasure
Of the true and righteous creed;
But she sadly is deceiving
All my servants who receiving
Aught from her of doctrines vile
Of the world, Which doth defile.

Blest is he who overcometh
And doth teach the statutes pure,
Who resists the fascination
Of the world, which doth allure.
They shall rule in close relation
Then with me o'er all the nations;
Who in deeds now faithful are,
Shall receive the morning star."

Thus says He, Who seven spirits
Has of God and seven stars:
"Where now is thy zeal of merit?
From the goal thou hast gone far.
Thou art dead, without faith living
Who should others strength be giving.
Rise, awake, lose not the strife!
Seek new vigor and new life!

Blest are they who trial enduring
Who do daily here await
For the day in preparation,
Keep their raiment pure in faith,
Who in little proving grateful,
E'er with me, remaining faithful.
Their new names which they attain
In life's book shall e'er remain."

So doth speak the true and holy,
Who the key of David has
Who retains the power solely
O'er the door of life and grace,
"See, before thee I have given
Now an open door to heaven,
For thou hast thy strength preserved
Which though small, and kept my word.

See! to thee I will surrender
Satan's seemingly true band,
Who appear as truth's defender,
But in faith they do not stand;
They shall yet in grave depression
Then acknowledge with confession
That I love and hold thee dear,
Who in faith doth persevere.

Blest is he who overcometh
And his crown doth hold secure,
Who the truth have as their armor
And reproach with joy endure;
They, as pillars in my mansion
There above of great expansion,
Shall then bear my name so true,
In Jerusalem the new."

And the Faithful, Amen, saith,
Refuge and the Witness true:
"Oh, thy works to me are hateful;
From my mouth I will thee spue;
Neither cold or hot, thus living
Art thou me now sadly grieving;
As lukewarm thou dost not burn
In the love for which I yearn.

O that thou wouldst now consider
And in sorrow realize
Thy lamentable condition,
And the blindness of thine eyes;
Yea, thy naked situation
And thy poverty's vexation.
Purchase gold, my treasure bright,
And eyesalve and raiment white."

Blest is he who overcometh,
And the Lord's rebuke so meek
Doth receive in true submission,
When He knocks and entrance seeks.
For our heart He is desiring
To unite with Him. Inspiring
Us, He shows where He doth reign;
Great reward the victor's gain.
Jesus, Our Priest And King

God, the Father of our Saviour,
Who in heaven has His throne,
Is the source of all creation,
Origin of life alone.
He said to His Son, Christ Jesus,
"On my throne which never ceases
Sit Thou, 'til Thy foes shall be
Made a footstool unto Thee."

Now Thy throne stands high in heaven,
King o'er ev'ry multitude;
Thou shalt rule till all opponents
At Thy feet shall lie subdued.
Ev'ry foe shall fear and tremble,
When Thy host Thou wilt assemble,
And in glorious victory
Shalt put on Thy majesty.

Dominate Thy adversaries;
Hold Thy sceptre, keep Thy vows!
May Thy church, the mount of Zion,
Be Thy royal treasure house.
When Thy vict'ry is completed
And Thy foes annihilated,
Then shall we in holiness Worship
Thee with joy and praise.

Then shall Zion bear Thee children,
An uncounted multitude,
Freed from sorrow and affliction,
And with wondrous grace endued,
As the plenteous dew of morning,
Strong in might of Thine adorning;
Since the strife is o'er, they sing
Joyful in eternal spring.

Verily our God hath spoken,
And His promise He will hold.
Lord, Thou art a Priest forever,
As Melchizedek of old.
Thou shalt be a High Priest ever,
Prince of Peace, the only Saviour;
Yea, Thou shalt in majesty
King and Priest and Prophet be.

Thy work is to bless Thy people
From the Holy Place above,
Granting grace to all believers,
Who are praising God in love.
Since Thy lifeblood Thou hast given,
Opening the way to heaven,
He who now repents shall live,
If he truly doth believe.

When the Lord brings all to judgment
And avenges every wrong,
When He humbles all the haughty,
Breaking Satan's power strong,
Then will Jesus' crowns be gleaming
Far beyond man's fondest dreaming,
And His people's joy will be
Him to serve eternally!
Who Shall Abide?

Lord, who liveth in Thy dwelling?
Who stays on Thy mountain high?
He who in the truth abideth,
Stays afar from every lie;
And with all his heart is striving,
Seeking truth, all good reviving;
He will in the church abide,
And in Salem's hall reside.

Lord, who liveth in Thy dwelling?
Who stays on Thy holy hill?
He who keeps his tongue from sinning,
Helps his neighbor, cheerful still.
He who nothing harmful preaches,
Only what God fearing teaches;
He will in the church abide,
And in Salem's hall reside.

Lord, who liveth in Thy dwelling?
Who stays on Thy holy hill?
He who does not heed the godless,
Shunneth falsehood with a will,
Doth not practice fraud nor swearing,
Right and innocence upholding;
He will in the church abide,
And in Salem's hall reside.

Lord, who liveth in Thy dwelling?
Who stays on Thy holy hill?
He whose hands are clean and spotless,
And whose heart is free from ill,
Keeps his conscience pure and holy,
Trusts in God, is meek and lowly;
He will in the church abide,
And in Salem's hall reside.

He who stayeth in Thy dwelling
And upon Thy holy hill
Shall from God receive the blessing,
Mercy, comfort and good will.
He who truth and love attaineth
And in holiness remaineth;
He will in the church abide,
And in Salem's hall reside.
The Fellowship Of The Saints

Heart with heart in love united,
Seek upon God's heart repose.
Let your love, to flames ignited,
To the Saviour upward flow.
He the Head and we His members;
He the light and we the glow;
He the Master, we His brethren,
In true fellowship we grow.

Come, ye children of Jehovah,
Grace for grace take from above.
Follow on in true submission;
Keep your pledge of faith and love.
Should your love and your affection
Threaten to decrease and wane,
O implore for God's correction
Till its strength it may regain.

May we all so love each other;
May our motive be so pure,
That each member for his brother
Death and torture can endure.
So did Jesus love us truly,
When He shed for us His blood;
You will grieve His heart unduly
If you seek your selfish good.

Each should stimulate the other,
Childlike, tractable and meek,
In the steps of Christ to follow,
Who in death our life did seek.
Let us ever be awakened,
All our powers day by day,
Willingly to give in service
And His kindness to repay.


Hallelujah! Oh, what glory!
Oh, what depth of love we trace,
When we see the heart of Jesus,
Who redeemed our guilty race;
Now He, King of all the spirits,
Is our Father, dear to us
Though invisible, our Master
Yet is truly near to us.


O Thou gracious friend, unite us
As Thy consecrated band;
And, as was Thy last instruction,
May in fervent love we stand!
Do Thou join in sacred nearness
With Thyself and with Thy fold
All who see Thy light and clearness
And Thy glory do behold.


Thus Thy pray'r to God the Father
Its fulfillment shall behold,
When all those whom Thou hast chosen
In His love He would enfold.
As Thou art with them united
They also as one should be
In true love should serve each other,
Finding joy in unity.

Prince of peace! O let Thy concord
Find in us a welcome warm!
Love, O let us ne'er grow weary
Thy blest service to perform.
Naught can ease our earthly burden
And our weariness remove
In our warfare 'gainst the evil,
As the power of Thy love.

Love, since thou hast then commanded
That in love we should be rife,
O revive each drooping spirit,
Bring the dying back to life!
Light the flames of love undying
That each one may plainly see:
We, as of one tribe and family
To one Lord devoted be.

Let us then be so united
As Thou with the Father art,
That not one of Thy weak members
Here on earth shall stand apart.
From the flames of Thy own burning
May our light partake its glow;
And that we are Thy disciples
All the world may surely know.
The New Birth From Above

Glory be to God in heaven,
Praise to Christ, our Saviour great!
By the power of Thy Spirit
A new man Thou didst create.
Angels see in joyous rapture
God's own Word indeed fulfilled;
And amid our glad embraces
Is this child of God revealed.

This new being now arises,
Having died with Christ before;
What in Adam's fall had perished
Christ the Saviour did restore.
Dearest child, we bid thee welcome
In our blessed brotherhood;
From the wild tree thou art grafted
On this holy tree and root.

Out of water and of Spirit Thou,
O child, art born today;
You've escaped the old oppressor,
In God's covenant you'll stay.
Of one vine we all are branches;
Of Christ's body members we;
And for Satan's gall so bitter,
Streams of life our drink shall be.

So sincere is our affection,
Being but one body here,
And our hopes are so united
That all envies disappear.
All is common to the brethren,
Yet each one of us is free;
Unconstrained we all do offer
Love, without hypocrisy.

Gladly we relieve thy suff'ring;
At thy welfare we rejoice;
And, while for the Lord we battle,
We are joined in heart and voice.
This our unity exceedeth
All the bounds of time and space,
And what here has been provid ed
Shall eternity embrace.
The Spiritual Conflict

Jesus, mighty Liberator,
From all bonds to make me free,
Changing scorn, disgrace, disfavor
Into heav'nly joy for me!
We demand no rest nor favor
For our flesh in earthly clime;
Deal with us as seemeth needful
Here before our parting time!

It is God's good will and pleasure
To conclude this work of love,
For in Thee is found the fullness
Of all wisdom from above;
That not one be lost nor perish
Who began this heav'nly race,
But be led from earthly tumult
To that joyful resting place.

Therefore do Thou make us perfect;
Thou couldst not do otherwise;
We are in Thy hands and power,
Bound to Thee with lasting ties,
Though we stand amid temptations
Pressing us on ev'ry side,
And our cross and tribulations
Soul and body e'er betide.

O arouse our feeble powers;
From things earthly set them free,
That our plans and all our efforts
May be hallowed, Lord, to Thee!
Far from fear of men and worry,
Far above mere reason's scope,
Past all dread of scorn and suff'ring
Lift us by our blessed hope!

Let those who were dearly purchased
Not become the slaves of man,
For since Thou hast died to save us,
Keep us pure, as is Thy plan.
Clean and spotless, true and perfect,
After Thy resemblance fair,
There is grace for all partakers
Of Thy fulness, sweet and rare.

Lord, into Thy death include us
Let with Thee be crucified
All that meets Thy disapproval;
Lead us into Paradise!
Come then, Lord, and do not tarry;
Let us never slothful be!
We shall sing with great rejoicing
When we gain our liberty.
Sowing And Harvest

Tearful sowing brings glad harvest
Where our Master's will is done,
When for Him, the Lord of harvest,
Through His Spirit fruits are grown.
Love, humility and meekness,
Faith and patience, purity,
Righteousness, although in weakness,
Are here found in unity.

Days of suff'ring beneficial
For the Master's brethren here;
As these bodily afflictions
Chasten those who God do fear.
As the gold by fire is brightened,
Also faith through trials drear,
While our Saviour thus enlightens
And in this way draws us near.

Passing are the flesh's afflictions,
Transient are the spirit's needs.
Passing are all vain affections,
Not the everlasting deeds.
Pain and torture soon are ended
In those who Christ do possess;
Therefore, brethren, be contented
To remain in truth and grace.

Many strong temptations meet us
Who united are with Christ.
Satan boldly would delude us
That with him we should unite;
He would have us seek the pleasures
Which at last will bring remorse;
Yet these vain and passing treasures
In the end would prove a curse.

Satan's host through seeming gladness
Shall go unto endless pain,
But the saints by way of sadness
Shall the marriage-supper gain.
Then, my soul, let nothing move thee
From the straight and narrow way,
Even though the body weaken,
Ere you reach your burial-day.

Since our Lord once bore the anger,
When he wrought our peace with God,
Love is now the only purpose
Of the Father's chastening rod.
Then, O Pilgrim, think not lightly
Of the Father's chastening;
Seek that it may bring you onward,
While you're heavenward hastening.

With correction, God remindeth
Every child that it must be;
And the more of fruit he findeth
On Christ's branches, fair to see.
All the more the shoots that hinder,
He doth prune with watchful eye,
That more fruit each branch may render
For His kingdom there on high.

As the sultry days of summer
Swiftly ripen earthly grain,
So in days of dire affliction
Shall our faith its growth attain.
And beneath this heat and burden
Shall the Christian be prepared
For his happy home in heaven,
Where God's bliss and joy is shared.

Soon, perhaps, you too may enter
Where the golden harps resound;
Where the saints the palms are bearing
And the faithful ones are crowned;
Therefore, cling to Christ your Saviour;
Daily wrestle, hope, and fight;
With Him pierce through all the darkness
Into His eternal light.

If He all your heart is filling,
Is the Hope of all your dreams,
From your body will be welling
Of His grace the brightest beams.
All the light of morning breaking
Ushers in a joyous day,
So your lips with fervor speaking,
Will declare: Christ is the way!
Love

Love, of all gifts, is the greatest
Which the Spirit does bestow.
Though I had a voice like angels,
Lacking love, I truly know
That I'd be a tinkling cymbal
Or a wretched sounding brass;
For although the sound were present,
Lifeless through this world I'd pass.

O, Thou Spirit which has given
To me grace to seek my Lord,
Teach me strive for love of heaven
And to love Thy precious word!
Love has mercy and is patient;
Hasty ways it does not own;
Humbleness of mind is present;
With true peace it has its home.

Love is of a friendly nature,
Does no selfish thought possess;
Love is not a sin partaker,
And is free from bitterness.
Love is truthful, not deceitful,
Does here ev'ry burden bear;
And, enduring, is so fruitful
In all trials joy to share.
Comfort In Distress

Brethren be ye not affrighted;
God is yet among you here;
You are still with Him united,
And His grace is ever near.
His corrections prove His love,
Showered on us from above.
Let this be your consolation!
Why despair in tribulation?

Though the waves of life's great ocean
Harass us from far and near,
Would humanity's commotion
Plunge us into sore despair;
Though the Saviour holds His peace,
Seems to sleep and rest at ease,
Naught shall move your faith in Jesus;
Soon the storm and flood decreases.

Rocks and mountains may be scattered
Though so firmly they may stand;
If the whole earth should be shattered
And become as sinking sand,
Still His precious Word remains,
Us in life and death sustains,
That in no wise we should wander
From the path that leads up yonder.

Though the tears and sorrows often
Be thy food and daily drink;
And thy sighs and lamentations
With thy songs and praises link;
Grief and envy press thy heart,
And thy earthly goods depart;
Zion, do not fear nor waver!
Thou shalt see God's help and favor.

If with anguish thou art shaken,
If men bind and torture thee,
Thou wilt never be forsaken --
Think upon eternity!
Stand in faith and do not fear,
For thy Lord is ever near.
Zion, let His hand direct thee;
He will strengthen and protect thee!

Then rejoice! The end is coming
And the evening draweth nigh;
Yield to God in true submission;
He will free you from on high.
For your sorrow, grief, and strife,
He'll bestow the crown of life;
God, thy shield, will watch and cherish;
But the world in shame will perish.

Hallelujah! Bliss and rapture
Now with glorious might appear!
For the sun of grace and splendor,
Jesus Christ, the King, draws near,
Greets thee with thy soul's release
And bestows the kiss of peace;
Zion, all thy tears and sadness
Vanish now in joy and gladness.
The Penitent's Conflict

Forward struggle, e'er contending,
Till the light from God descending,
Shall envelope thee, dear soul!
Throughout all the deepest darkness
Jesus guides thee, and He hearkens
Thee with courage to console.

By thy hand thou shalt be taken;
Though you feel of Him forsaken,
Do not doubt, but God believe!
Strive and labor without ceasing
Till His grace, from sin releasing,
Send thee power and relief.

Soon His countenance will glisten;
Watch and pray and forward hasten!
God will ne'er regret His choice.
Let with zeal thy faith be fired,
God is but with love inspired;
Fear not, soon thou shalt rejoice!

From the world now turn thy vision;
"Forward go" be thy decision,
To God and eternity.
Eye and heart and all affection
Turn in Jesus Christ's direction;
Heav'nly joy He sendeth thee.

Oft' He's saved thee from destruction,
From the wild waves of affliction
With His strong and mighty hand.
If our love is pure and fervent,
There is not a single servant
Whom He will not refuge grant.

Locked within thy chamber's stillness
Pour into His heart the fulness
Of thy sorrow and thy grief.
Though thou canst not feel His nearness,
Canst not pray nor speak with clearness,
Groans and sighs will bring relief.

Though in silence, God will hear thee,
As a Saviour will be near thee;
Have no doubt; He hears you pray!
Just believe Christ intercedeth;
Just believe that all He pleadeth
God will grant without delay!
The Likeness Of The Creation To Baptism

When God did create the planets
Through His Word's almighty tenets,
Out of dark and silent night,
All the earth was void and cheerless,
Till God's Word with might and clearness
Filled it with His glorious light.

As a poor and helpless infant
Lay the earth in ev'ry instant
Until light His Word did give.
God's true Spirit on the waters
Brought about important matters
So that man on earth could live.

When He had all things created,
This great planet had completed,
Lastly He created man
In the likeness of His Maker,
That he should be a partaker
Of the good gifts in His plan.

But, alas! man soon transgressed
And thus lost his Eden blessed;
He believed not God's true Word;
Stubbornly refused to hear it,
Spurned the leading of the Spirit,
And would not obey the Lord.

God pronounced on man the sentence,
For his sin and disobedience
And his scorn of grace and faith!
Then to cleanse the earth of sinning
And to make a new beginning
He decreed a healing faith.

All bold sinners, helpless, crying,
In the deluge dread were dying,
Buried in one watery grave.
Death, begotten of transgression,
Comes to them without compassion,
And no one is found to save.

One alone did heed the warning,
One just man true wisdom learning
From the teaching of God's Word.
Noah, by God's hand delivered,
With his wife and children entered
In the cov'nant with the Lord.

This creation is reflected
Unto Christ and His elected
Who in this blest union stand;
Who by grace escape destruction,
Live no more to see corruption.
In baptismal grace they stand.
The Baptismal Covenant

Baptized into Thy name most holy,
O Father, Son and Holy Ghost,
I claim a place, though weak and lowly
Among Thy seed, Thy chosen host.
Immersed with Christ, I'm dead to sin;
Thy Spirit now shall live within.

My loving Father, Thou dost take me
To be henceforth Thy child and heir.
My faithful Saviour, Thou dost make me
The fruit of all Thy sorrows share.
Thou, Holy Ghost, wilt comfort me
When darkest clouds around I see.

Now I have vowed to fear and love Thee
And to obey Thee, Lord, alone;
I feel Thy Holy Spirit move me
And freely pledge myself Thine own,
Renouncing sin to keep the faith
And war with evil unto death.

Yea, all I am and love most dearly
To Thee I offer now, the whole;
O, let me make my vows sincerely;
Take full possession of my soul!
Let naught within me, naught I own
Serve any will but Thine alone.

Depart, depart, Thou prince of darkness!
No more by thee I'll be enticed!
Mine is indeed a chastened conscience
And sprinkled with the blood of Christ.
Away, vain world! O sin, away!
Lo, I renounce you all this day.

And never let my purpose falter,
O Father, Son and Holy Ghost!
But keep me faithful to Thine altar
Till Thou shalt call me from my post.
So unto Thee I'll live and die,
And praise Thee evermore on high.
Bethesda, The House Of Grace

Within that wondrous pool
Whose waves were agitated
Whene'er the angel's pow'r
Unseen its depth pervaded;
There evry woe and pain
Could find a speedy cure
For him who first did gain
Its waters deep and pure.

In those five porches there
Great multitudes were gathered;
Blind, lame, deaf, rheumatic,
With palsy struck and withered,
Consumptive weak, infirm,
The leprous, crippled, poor,
Whoever was distressed
Was brought unto its door.

Likewise, ye sinners, come;
Be healed of your transgression!
O come both great and small,
Here you will find remission,
Salvation help and grace.
Here is the cleansing flood.
Each sinful stain efface,
Immersed in Jesus' blood.

But hasten; tarry not
Lest you should be forsaken!
If you would find the cure,
From sinful sleep awaken!
The Lord has conquered death,
And with His mighty hand
He'll wash you from your sin,
With Him in grace to stand.

As man before his fall
Are we restored through Jesus;
Though many members called,
By One God's grace increases.
True faith will make you whole
If you His Word embrace,
Pure, holy, without sin,
Endowed with Jesus' grace.

As witness of God's love
The Spirit then descendeth;
As unction hallows all
Whom Christ as His commandeth.
But they who have this grace
And then to sin revert
Shall double stripes receive,
To their eternal hurt.

We bring our prayer to Thee;
O Lord, in mercy hear it!
And now impart to them
Rich measure of Thy Spirit
Who now have entered in
The household of Thy grace;
Keep them from Satan's yoke,
Grant them in heav'n a place.
Baptismal Hymn

A Christian, now baptized,
To me much grace is given.
Why was this granted me?
That I with Christ am risen!
This is the holy aim;
He who does this neglect
Cannot in truth proclaim;
"I'm one of God's elect."

I'm baptized in Christ's name
And And in His death I'm buried;
How should I further bear
The load so long I carried?
Thou, Lord, art He who died
And who arose again;
Therefore in holiness
Through life I will remain.

Baptized, I feel His grace
My My sinful mind subduing;
And look in all distress
To God, my faith renewing.
Thou art the central force,
Help me to manifest
What true baptism means
And what it should attest.

O grant me now Thy grace
That I, with true devotion,
May ever by Thee stand,
Though stormy be life's ocean.
And with Thy blessing, Lord,
May I in faith remain,
And to that kingdom come
Where peace shall ever reign.

Baptized am I; now may
This truth the whole world ponder.
I live no more as they
Who in deep darkness wander;
Baptism urges me
That I by constant prayer
Resist the enemy
With power, everywhere.

Baptized am I; now shall
No wayward thought of erring
Cast o'er my heart a spell,
My soul to evil snaring.
For what may tempt my heart,
And every sinful pride,
Upon Thy cross, O Lord,
Shall hence be crucified.

Now grant to me Thy power
So that I may not waver,
And bless me every hour,
O my beloved Saviour!
Thus shall I safely fare
Upon this blessed way,
And reach the city where
Thy peace shall reach for aye.
One for All

The Lord Himself did bear
The load of our transgression,
Which caused Him endless pain
And grief beyond expression.
What would have brought on us
A torture without end
The death of Jesus Christ
In mercy did forfend.

We all considered Him
As one of God forsaken;
Nor realized that He
For us these stripes had taken.
Yet all this bitter cup
Was caused by sinful deeds
Which we ourselves had done,
As we must now concede.

On Him was laid the debt;
To us the freedom given.
He satisfies the soul
With healing pow'r from heaven.
We all had gone astray,
Without a shepherd's care;
He brought us to His fold
When He our sins did bear.

And as a patient lamb
Is led unto its slaughter
From pastures fresh and green
And from the fountain's water;
So suffered Christ for us
The death on yonder cross,
Redeemed us with His blood
From sin, distress and loss.

Thy conflict is our peace.
Thy death is our salvation,
Thy bonds, our liberty,
Thy pains, our consolation.
Thy cross doth comfort give,
Thy wounds, a balm that heals.
Thy blood a ransom is,
Thy Word a hope reveals.

Lord, help and make us brave
To bear our cross and burden,
That we may not grow faint
Nor yet give up the battle.
Yea, from Thy crown of thorns
Let us our courage take,
That through reproach and shame
We ne'er Thy ways forsake.
Repentance

Oh, Jesus look upon
My helpless situation;
My heart feels deadly fear,
My spirit, condemnation.
Within me is the wish,
But not the power to do,
Because my weary soul
Is full of grief and woe.

I've been misled in sin,
In chains of death I languish;
I may turn where I will,
Nothing relieves my anguish.
I stood exalted here,
Must now lie in the dust,
The fame I would have shared
Has now been turned to rust.

My soul doth yearn for rest;
I seek, but fail to find it;
Naught can my heart release,
Nor from sin's chain unbind it.
The law to me reveals
The volume of my sin,
But fails to give me pow'r
A new life to begin.

Thou, Jesus, canst alone
Deliver me from sorrow;
The strength to overcome
From Thy strong hands I borrow.
The longings of my heart
Will bring me naught but pain,
Unless the grace to live
Anew from Thee I gain.

Have mercy then, O Lord!
Before Thy feet I'm bowing;
Let into my weak heart
The stream of grace be flowing.
I pray I'll leave Thee not
Until Thy blessing's pow'r
Can conquer death in me,
And bring life's blessed shower.

Thy promise standeth sure,
That Thou wouldst truly cheer me,
If my perverted mind
Will learn but to revere Thee,
If it will lay aside
All earthly vanity,
So that Thy love and grace
May hold its sway in me.

So take my pledge, O Lord,
Too long in sin I've bided;
I'd live henceforth for Thee,
By Thee, my Saviour, guided!
O do Thou hold me fast;
From sin, O make me free,
So that henceforth my heart
Thy temple pure may be!
The Best Refuge

In sorrow and pain
Thy trust do retain
In Jesus the merciful Saviour.

When burdened with care,
When thou wouldst despair,
Then call on thy loving Redeemer.

He'll lighten the load,
And level the road
And bear thee on hands of compassion.

He's gentle and kind,
Rich blessings thou'lt find;
His Word gives thee peace everlasting.

He'll shield and defend
His child to the end;
No suff'ring or death shall appall thee.

Keep Him for your gain,
Earth's pleasures are vain;
Sweet rest is found only in heaven.

In patience then bear
All trial and care;
Above streams of bliss will refresh thee.
Strive Aright

Strive aright when God in mercy
His compassion turns to you,
That your soul so long o'erburdened,
Freed from sin might live anew.

Strive to enter at the portal,
Walk the narrow path of life;
Here we wander in the valley;
Death abounds with toil and strife.

Strive with zeal and passion glowing
In the strength of your first love;
Break the bonds of earth that keep you
From your bright abode above.

Battle 'gainst the pow'r of Satan!
Grow not weary in the fight,
Struggle forward to the kingdom
Of your God in endless light!

Trembling, keep your soul from falling;
Prize your ransom more and more;
Daily round your mortal body
Countless dangers hover o'er.

Grasp the crown of glory firmly;
God's own precious gift retain.
Perseverance brings the vict'ry;
Sinful fall brings inward pain.

Until death the true and faithful
Constantly shall fight with sin.
Faith unwav'ring is their weapon;
Every victory they'll win.

Faith so true adores the Saviour,
Loves His care and all His ways;
Does not cherish worldly pleasure,
Gives to God alone its praise.

Faithfulness will never venture;
Of this world it is aware.
If your treasure is in heaven,
Then your heart is also there.

Ye, who fight, do this consider;
Strive aright, and trembling stand!
Daily let your feet move onward
Till you reach the heav'nly land.
Morning Hymn

Once again a night has vanished,
And the rising sun so bright,
Through its radiance fair has banished
Gloom and darkness of the night.

We, Thy children, come ascending,
Loving Father, to Thy throne,
Thanks and praise to bring before Thee,
Thee the Father, Thee the Son.

In this night of dread and darkness
Thou hast cared with watchful eye;
Thou hast given joyful vision
Of the light that draweth nigh.

God, for Thy great love and mercy
Thy redeemed Thy praises bring;
Whom throughout the night just ended
Hast protected with Thy wing.

May we find this day as ever,
Lord, Thy kind and loving face.
Vice and sin, Oh may they never
Mar the joy of Thy rich grace!

Comfort, peace and joy be given
Through Thy Holy Spirit, Lord;
May our hearts by it be driven
In Thy ways with one accord.

When we seek Thee, let us find Thee;
May our pleading voice be blest;
In our midst Thy light be kindled;
May our souls find peaceful rest.

Let Thy word in life and Spirit
To our eyes and hearts be shown;
Light and truth give all who hear it
Who with joy Thy ways have gone.

Thy supporting spirit send us;
Thy sweet peace and love bestow;
Sanctify our heart and spirit,
And Thy Spirit's impulse show.

Let Thy love our hearts inspire
That we love Thee fervently;
Let Thy cov'nant bind us nearer;
Lead our conflict valiantly.

Ev'ry day, O Lord, we pray Thee,
Let Thy blessing on us flow;
May our hearts with peace and gladness
Ever by Thy radiance glow.
Evening Hymn

Now another day is ended
And the sun did disappear;
God's true love, to us extended;
Has this day been ever near.

Yea, His goodness, grace and favor
Have protected us with care;
Joy and peace, life's sweetest savor,
He with childlike hearts does share.

He this day with grace has blest us,
Praise be to His holy name;
Lifted burdens that oppressed us,
And in love unto us came.

Where the Lord withholds His blessing
There all labor is in vain;
When our trust in Him is anchored,
Then His goodwill we will gain.

Therefore, thank we Thee, dear Father,
That Thou art with us each day;
For Thy good and blessed counsel,
And Thy help upon our way.

Also in this evening hour
Come we, Father, nigh to Thee,
Praise with heart and tongue Thy power;
Hearken to our childlike plea!

May Thy word in heart and spirit
Give us joy and comfort sweet;
May the torch of heav'nly wisdom
Be a light unto our feet.

Faithful God, we now implore Thee,
In this night our guardian be!
If Thou shouldst refuse protection,
Then our watch in vain would be.

Thou art still our shield and Saviour,
Our good sentinel at night;
In our prayers we seek Thy favor,
Trusting only in Thy might.

Unto Thee we draw in chorus,
Praying that we may be blest;
Guard us on our pilgrim journey;
Grant us joy and peace and rest.
Be Prepared

Cheer up, ye hosts of righteous,
Your shining lamps display!
Evening has come upon us,
Daylight has passed away.
The Bridegroom in His splendor
Will soon again appear;
O watch and pray with candor,
Midnight will soon be here!

Trim up for the occasion
Your lamps, and keep them filled!
Await now your salvation,
Have soul and body healed!
Hear Zion's guard repeating
"The Bridegroom now is near!"
Give Him a joyful greeting
With hallelujahs clear!

Ye wise and holy virgins,
Lift now your voices high'r,
Until in songs of triumph
You meet the angel choir!
The door stands wide and open,
The wedding set aright;
Arise, heirs of His kingdom!
The Groom is now in sight.

He will not long now tarry;
Do not fall back to sleep!
The trees their blossoms carry,
See springtime forward creep,
Presage comfort for sorrow;
The sunset glow foretells
The grand day for tomorrow,
Which night and gloom dispels.

O who would now be sleeping?
The wise will keep awake.
God's wrath will soon be sweeping,
And vengeance He will take
On all who are not watchful,
And homage did award
Unto the beast and idol,
Instead of Thee, O Lord.

Advance now for the meeting,
All who love Zion here,
With joyful, happy greeting;
Thy griefs now disappear.
The hour of joyful tiding
Now for the bride will sound,
Who, long in faith abiding,
In glory shall be crowned.

Ye saints, who here in patience
Your cross and suffering bore,
Shall live and reign forever
The Lamb's bright throne before;
With joy ye shall in glory
The Lamb Himself behold;
In triumph cast before Him
Your diadems of gold.

There is the vict'ry's emblem;
There is the snow-white dress;
We'll sing the joyful anthem,
And heaven's peace possess.
Instead of tears and sadness,
The hour of joy will chime,
And after winter's bleakness,
Eternal spring sublime.

O joyful city yonder,
Jerusalem the New,
Where the redeemed shall tarry;
O were the time soon due
When we with Thee united,
Our brethren one and all,
Whom Thou, Lord, hast invited,
Enter the wedding hall!

O Jesus Christ, our pleasure,
Come soon and reappear!
O Jesus Christ, our treasure,
Advance Thy progress here!
We pray for termination
Of all combat and strife,
And hope our full salvation
May speedily arrive.
Encouragement To Faith's Battle

Little flock, in haste assemble
And to Zion's mount repair!
Lo, the prince of world and darkness
For the conflict does prepare.
See, the judgment day is coming,
As a thief in darkest night;
Then awake and watch, ye righteous;
Walk as children of the light!

Do not hesitate, my brethren,
For your lifetime onward rolls;
Dedicate your hearts and members
To the bridegroom of your souls.
Though without the camp ye suffer
Insult, scorn and vile retort,
Sighing "O, behold my leanness!"
From the Lord comes your reward.

Though our tears oft flow with sadness
And in sorrow oft we sigh,
They shall change to songs of gladness,
Bitter cup to wine of joy.
Though we often see them gleaming,
Satan's arrows, sword and spear,
Yet we need not lose our courage,
Heaven's host is drawing near.

Here indeed the tearful sowing
Is our watchword and our fate;
Toil and strife befall the Christian
Till he enters heaven's gate.
O, then let our tears be given
To the Lamb who came in tears,
Till we sing our praise in heaven
In those happy, endless years.

Spirits of the just made perfect
Bid us to be strong and brave,
Saying, "Brethren, in His service
Be ye faithful to the grave.
Hallelujah! Stand in union
To the end of earthly strife,
Till you sing the song of triumph
With us in eternal life!"

Who, then, would not from this Babel,
From this world's confusion flee?
There to rest in Zion's pastures,
Its glad citizen to be?
There we shall be out of danger,
'Neath the Father's safe retreat;
And we'll find on that blest morning
Heaven's bliss for strife and heat.

Cheer up, then, and strive, ye ransomed,
In this toilsome, trying time;
God will comfort and reward us
With eternal rest sublime!
Only he who is victorious
Shall the crown of life receive;
Then prevail in prayerful watching,
Love, endure, hope and believe!
Repent Ye!

Haste and seek your soul's salvation;
Heed the word of God today!
Haste to flee His condemnation;
Seek the straight and narrow way.
Evil are the worldly pleasures,
Leading to eternal fire;
Seek the everlasting treasure,
Ere the day of grace expire.

Turn your face, take timely warning,
To Him who alone can save!
Now His loving face is shining;
Soon comes judgment and the grave.
Still He offers you salvation
But the time of grace is short.
Will you heed the invitation?
Come, and harden not your heart.

Do not put off till tomorrow
Your repentance; come today!
For to wait will bring you sorrow;
Only grief comes from delay.
At the feet of Jesus bowing
Make confession of your sins;
While your tears of grief are flowing,
Let the loving Saviour in.

Haste, while yet His grace is offered;
Waste no time in worldly thought;
Now begin your pilgrim journey,
Cleansed from ev'ry stain and spot.
You will find by faith, revealing
Full redemption in His blood;
For each sinner there is healing,
Baptized in this cleansing flood.

Having clothed yourself with Jesus
Having been by faith made whole,
Do not fear the tribulations
That assail and try your soul:
For the enemy oppresses
All who would the world forsake,
Seeking that he might compel them
On themselves his yoke to take.

Heavenward, then take your journey;
Let your course in faith be trod;
Face the crafty adversary
Boldly as a man of God.
Go with courage to the conflict
As the sanctified to be;
And retaining still your treasure,
Win a crown of victory.
Passionate Longing

Oh Jerusalem, the golden,
Where God's praises ever ring;
Heav'nly choirs to Thee beholden,
"Holy, Holy, Holy!" sing.
Oh, when will God grant to me
Thy glad citizen to be!

In this pilgrim habitation,
In the heat of trials severe,
Ere our suff'ring finds cessation,
Pain and strife assail us here.
But the Lord gives hope and strength
To prevail, through faith, at length.

Ah, how much I long to meet Thee,
Jesus, my soul's bosomfriend,
There on Salem's peaceful pastures,
Where our tears and sighs will end,
Where in glory, light and grace,
We shall see God face to face.

Come and lead us full of gladness,
Gentle Shepherd, by Thy hand,
After all this pain and sadness,
Into that true Fatherland,
Where the living waters free
Quench our thirst eternally.

O that chosen, holy dwelling,
Full of bliss and fair delight!
O that I, on soaring pinions,
Might arise from this world's night,
That new city there to see,
Where my Lord the sun shall be!

But if I must longer tarry
On this wild, tempestuous sea,
Where on frail bark I am sailing,
Storms and waves are tossing me,
Though the cross and death I see,
Still let hope my anchor be!

Then I'll have no fear of sinking,
Be the ocean e'er so wild;
I shall see Thy beacon beaming
From the landing, clear and mild.
Thou, by its consoling ray,
Into port wilt show the way.
The Sermon On The Mount

Come, draw near of ev'ry nation,
Heed the Saviour's loving voice;
Hear the words of consolation,
Make the way of truth your choice!
From His lips is ever heard
His inspiring living word.

Blessed are the poor in spirit
Who, with meek and lowly heart,
Plead now for the Saviour's mercy
For His grace He will impart.
He will hear their pleading voice,
In His kingdom they'll rejoice.

Blest are they who truly sorrow
For the debt of sin they owe;
They shall not become discouraged,
Grace and help He will bestow.
He'll efface sin's debt and grief,
And give solace and relief.

Blessed are the meek and lowly,
Gentle as a lamb and pure,
Pride and wrath forever scorning,
Who in humbleness endure;
On the new earth, glad and free
Their inheritance shall be.

Blest are they who thirst and hunger
After truth and righteousness;
For, such real, essential virtues
God will give them to possess.
All whose soul doth long for grace
Shall these precious gifts embrace.

Blest are they, who, showing mercy
Without favor, without fear,
All mankind in love embracing,
To the needy ones draw near.
They who merciful remain
Mercy also shall obtain.

Blessed are the pure and spotless,
Who in chastity abide;
In whose heart the Saviour's likeness
Shall be truly glorified.
They shall in yon heav'nly light
See God's countenance so bright.

Blessed are the peaceful children
Who in peace live day by day,
And, unlike the godless sinner,
Evil works with good repay.
He who peace and love has taught
Shall be called a child of God.

Blessed are those who must suffer
For the sake of righteousness;
Through such trials God prepares them
For that home of joy and bliss.
Those who die in Christ the Lord
Find in heaven their reward.

Blest are you, when people chide you,
Hate you, slander scoffingly;
Lie about you, and deride you: -
"Yours the Kingdom yet shall be."
You shall, in your gracious Lord,
Share the prophets' rich reward.

Blest are all who here reproaches,
Without blame, and scorn must bear,
Patient till the end approaches,
God will then reward them there:
Crowns of righteousness will there
All the patient sufferers wear.

But woe to the rich whose fulness
Is their God and their reward;
Hence they shall go empty-handed;
Tears and hunger is their part.
Woe to those who laugh and scorn;
They shall surely weep and mourn.
The High Priest

Lord Jesus, praise to Thee ascend,
Thou strong help and foundation!
Thy priesthood great will never end,
Nor cease Thy blest salvation.
Lord, Thou art He who answers pray'r,
Relieves our fears and ev'ry care,
If we in faith draw near Thee.

Through Thy ascension to the skies
We see the heavens opened;
The way to God, the great and wise,
Thou hast revealed and spoken.
True faith the confidence supplies
That Thou for us in Paradise
A mansion hast prepared us.

Thy wounds enabled Thee to pass
Into Thy sanctuary;
Thou hast attained a life of bliss
That shall not change nor vary.
Through Thine own might Thou dost possess
And bring to us the righteousness
That shall endure forever.

Since Christ, our Head, in heav'n doth reign,
Then shall each of His members
By faithfulness admission gain;
Each one He will remember.
They shall with Him united be
And in eternal glory see
Their glorified Redeemer.

Draw us to Thee, O Lord, we plead!
May we a heav'nly nature
In word, in thought, in ev'ry deed
Adopt as newborn creatures.
Draw heavenward each longing heart,
And in Thy kingdom be our part,
Repose and conversation.

What is above, in future we
Shall seek it unabating;
All vanity, Lord, teach us flee,
All sin and evil hating!
Away, O world, all thy pretense
Is truly wretched, an offense
To all those heaven-minded.

O treasure, bright with heav'nly ray,
My heart holds Thy impression!
O pearl, whose price no world can pay;
Thou shalt be my possession!
O gratifying heritage,
O haven of my pilgrimage,
Be mine through Jesus' favor!
The Coming Of Christ

The Lord will come, and He is near
To meet His own with gladness.
O that His vision would appear;
Great joy would banish sadness.
If now today in majesty,
We'd see Him come, then surely we
Would weep for joy and gladness!

O, that before Him now the earth
And heaven would be fleeing,
And we the token of the Son,
High in the clouds were seeing,
In godlike majesty abound!
O, that we'd hear the trumpet sound
Of angels coming nearer!

O Jesus, come; we wait for Thee
With all the true and faithful!
Do not delay, but let us see
Thy reappearance graceful!
We shall rejoice to hear Thee say;
"Come, blessed Ones" and when we may
Thus unto Thee be carried.

Yes, Amen, come!
Thy bride doth call
In spirit and with longing,
Until Thy face she may behold,
And rest upon Thy bosom.
Yea, earth and heaven doth resound
With echo sweet, in true hearts found,
A thousandfold, fond welcome.
Christ, Our Predecessor

Come, follow me, the Saviour spake,
All in my way abiding!
Deny yourselves, the world forsake;
Obey my call and guiding!
O bear my cross whate'er betide;
Take my example for your guide!

Yea, Lord, Thy image lights the way,
A holy life displaying;
Who comes to Thee and follows Thee
Is led from his dark straying.
Thou art the way and well dost show
How man should sojourn here below.

As Thou in true, obedient love
Didst give Thyself up wholly,
I give myself to God above
To do His will here solely.
If I but follow Thee alone,
I'll stand at last before Thy throne.

Thy heart in lowliness abounds;
Thy soul with love is glowing;
And from Thy lips are words and sounds
Of meekness overflowing.
Thy heart abounds with pitying thought,
E'en for the foe who knows Thee not.

Thou teachest us to shun and flee
What harms our soul's salvation,
Our heart to purify and free
From sin's abomination.
Our Shepherd true Thou art always,
Who seeks what in the desert strays.

And if too hot we find the fray,
Thou at our side art ready,
Defending us, to lead the way
At all times firm and steady.
A coward he, who then can pause,
When our brave captain leads the cause.

Who loves his life here more than Thee,
Without Thee he shall lose it;
Who consecrates it all to Thee,
In God will introduce it.
Who bears no cross, nor follows hard,
Deserves not Thee nor Thy reward.

Then let us follow our dear Lord,
Bearing the cross appointed,
And bravely clinging to His Word,
In suff'ring be undaunted.
He who shall bear the battle's strain,
The crown of life shall there obtain.
The Inner Life Of A Christian

The innermost life of the true Christian shineth
Though outwardly darkened by trials at hand;
What they have received of the kingdom of heaven
Noone but themselves can in truth understand.
What no no one perceiveth, what no one receiveth
Hath filled and enlightened their mind and their spirit,
And led them to heavenly honor and merit.

In outward appearance they have no attraction,
A sight for the angels, despised by the world;
But in their hearts dwelleth a lovely collection
Of treasures to garnish the crown of the Lord.
The wonder of ages, their true heart engages
To love and adore their great King in His brightness
And greet Him at last in their garments of whiteness.

Though outwardly they all in Adam are brothers,
Who carry his likeness by nature indeed;
They suffer the illness of flesh as all others;
They eat and they drink, as they daily have need;
In each undertaking, in sleeping and waking,
They do as all others, and nothing neglecting
Save that the world's folly they all are rejecting.

In spirit their birth is of godly descension,
For God by His mighty Word brought them to life;
A spark of the flame from the heavenly mansion
Is nourished and in their hearts e'er kept alive.
And when they are voicing their songs of rejoicing
It penetrates where the bright angels are singing,
And joins with their praise, in eternity ringing.

They walk on the earth, but their life is in heaven.
They are without power, and yet shield the world;
'Mid turmoil of earth they have peace and are given,
Though poor and rejected, what they may desire.
They stand in affliction, yet full of affection;
Are dead to all outward enjoyment and pleasure,
They're tasting the fruits of their faith in rich measure.

When Jesus, their life, is at last manifested;
When He shall appear with His banner unfurled;
Then they will as angels and saints, unmolested,
Appear as a miracle unto the world.
They never shall perish, but govern and flourish;
In crowns and in garments of heavenly merit
The new earth and heaven forever inherit.
Anticipation

Christian's life in God is hidden,
But soon the morning shall be bidden;
The dark of night shall pass away.
Oh, when He appears in gladness,
Our tears shall cease and all our sadness
Will change to joy on judgment day.
Then will be manifest
What our good deeds attest.
Hallelujah!
The Lord will come;
The Lord will come;
With Him will come our faith's reward.

We who here in weakness labor
The Lord will raise to bliss and favor,
If but our faith and love are true.
Enemies will fear and tremble,
While we, His friends, in joy assemble
With Him, whose love is ever new.
Thy children we are here,
Beloved of Thee so dear,
Blessed Jesus.
Thy joy to share,
We will prepare
Through earthly cross, reproach and shame.

Thou hast walked the path before us;
We follow Thee, till Thou restore us
Joined through our love and faith to Thee.
When Thy kingdom is established,
Its foes confounded and abolished,
Its heirs forever we shall be.
How fortunate are we,
That such our lot shall be!
Amen! Amen!
Though death us part,
We go to God,
United in eternity.
Christ, The Resurrected

Praise to Jesus who has risen!
Delivered from death's bond and prison,
Appears triumphant God's own Son
Thru the heavens' spacious arches
Resound the joyful songs of gladness,
And peace doth glow around God's throne.
Praise Him Who ever lives,
Who life and comfort gives,
Christ the Saviour,
And to our God!
Death's dark abode
Is banished by His conq'ring rod.

Thou to whom all is subjected,
Art now our priest and King elected
Such power God with Thee has shared!
Joyful is Thy lot and glorious;
And we Thy host at last victorious,
Shall equal glories find prepared.
Upon Thine altar, Lord,
Thy blood for all was poured
For remission;
In pureness we
Forever free.
Thy holy priesthood now shall be.

On that resurrection morning,
Now free from sorrow, grief and mourning
Thy throng shall see Thy heav'nly light.
There we'll see in bliss eternal,
Thee, Jesus, Sun of grace supernal,
Behold Thy face. O sacred sight!
For that new Fatherland
Our bodies by Thy hand
Shall be transformed;
Then we'll be free.
Redeemed by Thee
In whom all things renewed shall be.

O Thou resurrected Saviour!
Look down upon Thy friends with favor
Who dwell yet in this earthly vale!
Come, Belov'd, that we may meet Thee,
And when in joy and love we greet Thee,
Thy glory unto us reveal!
O blessed shall all be
Who are by faith in Thee
Resurrected.
All who from death
To life are brought,
Sustain their faith, O Son of God!
All Devoted To One

One there is to whom we're cleaving,
Who for us bitter death receiving,
Has purchased us with His own blood.
Now our body, heart, affection
Are Thine, O Man of great affliction,
And in Thy love repose is good.
Accept us as Thine own.
Prepare for Thy renown
All Thy children.
O do not hide
Thy graceful light
which shines from Thy sweet face so bright.

Not of us is Thy election;
Our number is Thy own selection
Through Thy eternal plan of grace.
All our strength is naught but weakness,
But he who comes to Thee in meekness
Shall help and strength from Thee embrace.
Let not our own will reign:
Our poverty is gain
For Thy kingdom;
The poor and weak
Thy refuge seek
And bear reproach, contempt and shame.

Saviour, all Thy works so holy
Didst Thou begin so meek and lowly,
And we are weak as Thou dost see.
But we know Thou wilt defend us;
The light of Thine eyes Thou wilt lend us;
Our trust in Thy great strength shall be.
The mustard seed so small
At length will grow withal
Great and mighty,
Since Thou, O Lord,
Its keeper art
To whom its care God doth impart.
The Fruit Of The Spirit

The light and strength of faith, Lord, give me,
Whereby the Spirit's fruit is shown;
A fruitful branch, O Saviour, make me,
Which from the one true vine is grown!
Thou art my rock and firm foundation,
The Saviour who has brought salvation.
I build my faith on Thy word true!
When I must stand amid temptations,
Let me not miss Thy ministrations,
Thy cov'nant Lord, in me renew.

My hope in Thee will never vanish;
O let Thy cross its anchor be,
And may by it all fear be banished;
My comfort I shall find in Thee!
The world in vanity abideth,
But my heart, Lord, in Thee confideth,
Thou fount of light, and grace untold.
I'll e'er embrace Thee with affection.
Thou wilt not leave me in affliction,
For Thy love never waxeth cold.

Thy suff'ring leads me to submission,
And to the lowliness of heart!
Who seeks Thee must avoid pride's greatness;
The proud and vain are far apart
From Thy humility and meekness;
Yet he who knows his need and weakness
Thou from the dust dost elevate.
Engrave Thy likeness on my spirit,
That I Thy humbleness inherit
And hasten on to heaven's gate.

If I must tarry here a season,
I live because it pleaseth Thee;
So, too, when death shall call, Thy reason
Shall cause my soul content to be.
O let my life in Thee be hidden;
Thy death encourage me when bidden
To leave this vale of misery.
I bow my will to Thine, dear Saviour;
Upon this truth I ponder ever:
Naught, naught shall break our unity.
The Magnet

Thy word, O Lord, draws us together
In mutual fellowship to stand;
It kindles in our hearts forever
The flames of faith and love's sweet band.
The word of grace, which brought salvation
And fellowship with Thy great throng,
Who praise the Lamb with harp and song,
Extends to all its invitation.

A heart that oft the Lord forsaketh
By sin and lust is overcome,
Who yet of worldly husks partaketh,
And in the darkness yet must roam,
For such no blessings are provided;
But all who on the Lord believe
In Jesus faith and life receive,
Can with His body be united.

The rock on which our faith is founded
Is Jesus and His precious blood;
Likewise our hope and trust is grounded
On Christ, His grace, a cleansing flood.
His Word the precept we acknowledge,
Our daily duty from the Lord,
This is what we with one accord
Call fellowship and real communion.

O what a life of heav'nly blessing
With Father, Son and Holy Ghost,
The blessed fellowship professing,
God's gift and promises to boast!
O here are flames of sweet affection;
God giveth to His holy throng
The fulness of His blessing strong.
Here dwelleth God in love's perfection.

The Father doth caress His children,
Inspiring trust and faithfulness;
The Son in love adorns the sinner
With His eternal righteousness;
With unction comes the Holy Spirit,
Anointing us with joy and peace.
Our hearts in sweet repose increase,
And godly power we inherit.
Following Jesus

With all our heart, O Lord, we praise Thee,
That Thou upon this earthly sphere
Hath chosen Thee a holy people,
To honor and exalt Thee here.
Unto this holy congregation
Full many mortals Thou dost lead,
To be their Saviour and their head,
And offer sinful men salvation.

O God, Thou hast from many nations
And many tongues Thy body called,
In which resound praise and oblations,
And where Thy word is spread abroad.
Thou givest through Thy blood, dear Saviour,
Unto the pris'ners liberty,
Invitest in Thy house to be,
All who in faith in Thee find favor.

On truth this sacred house is builded.
The firm and mighty Word of God;
By angels it is ever shielded;
His light and spirit is its rod.
The members' life is love in Jesus,
Firm faith their only source of strength
Through which they conquer all at length;
True hope, their comfort, never ceases.

In charity the members labor,
They go with Jesus hand in hand;
In love with brother and with neighbor,
As one they all united stand.
Remaining ever true and lowly,
They strive for peace, though men upbraid;
In trials they are undismayed,
Devoted to their Saviour wholly.

They gladly bear the cross of Jesus,
Fear not its burden or distress;
Beneath it pride and envy ceases,
It leaves no time for idleness.
Although at times they feel discouraged,
They look upon their pilgrim way
To Christ, their Saviour, and their stay,
And bear their load, renewed with courage.

Thus gladly they pursue their journey,
Serene and joyful day by day;
They stand in Jesus' care and keeping,
Refreshed by His word on their way.
Then flow, ye tears, though oft in sadness,
Yet fruits of sweetness shall arise,
For out of love's sweet paradise
Flows comfort, causing tears of gladness.
One Thing Is Needful

One thing's needful! Then, Lord Jesus,
Keep this one thing in my mind;
All besides, though first it please us,
Soon a grievous yoke we find,
Beneath which the heart is still fretting and striving,
No true, lasting happiness ever deriving;
The gain of this one thing all loss can requite,
And teach me in all things to find true delight.

Wilt thou find this one thing needful?
Seek not 'mid created things;
What is earthly leave behind thee;
Over nature stretch thy wings.
For where God and man both in one are united,
With God's perfect fulness the heart is delighted;
There, there is the worthiest portion and best,
My One and my All and my joy and my rest.

Thus my longings, heav'nward tending,
Jesus, rest alone on Thee;
Help me, thus on Thee depending;
Saviour, come and dwell with me!
Although all the world should forsake and forget Thee,
In love I will follow Thee, never to quit Thee,
Lord Jesus, both spirit and life is Thy word.
Where is there a joy which Thou dost not afford?

Wisdom's highest, noblest treasure, Jesus, is concealed in Thee!
Grant that this may still the measure
Of my will and action be.
Humility there and simplicity reigneth
And heavenly knowledge and wisdom obtaineth;
O, if I of Christ have this knowledge divine,
The fulness of heavenly wisdom is mine.
The School Of The Cross

O teach me, Lord, instead of grieving,
And wishing all my burdens moved,
To bear them patiently, perceiving
How Thou hast suffered, borne and loved.
Teach me the art of keeping silent,
That calm, contented I remain;
Crossbearer, Thee, I would resemble,
O change to love my bitterest pain!

Thou knowest how I oft forget Thee,
Though from myself the fact I hide,
How proud I love my strength to measure
When Thou dost not a cross provide.
From overconfidence to save me,
To show me plainly what I am,
Thou must provide a cross to shame me,
For only thus my pride shall wane.

Thou knowest how 'midst earth's confusion
I oft Thy ways almost forsook;
How often I deceiving feelings
For forward steps in faith mistook.
To prove to me my inward damage,
That I was far from Thee astray,
Hast Thou a cross upon me laden
Upon a dark and thorny way.

Thou know'st how oft I come before Thee
And prize it not, that Thou art near
To pray but empty words and phrases
Moved by a sense of duty here.
Is prayer to bring to me a blessing?
Am I to feel that Thou dost hear?
A cross must on my soul be pressing;
Thou to my broken heart art near.

O Lord, Thou knowest every secret,
Thou seest, hearest, knowest all.
My sighs and groans, although yet sleeping,
Thou in advance by name dost call.
O grant that Thou, Lord, and Thy purpose
My foremost thought in life may be;
Yea, in Thy silence take and hide me,
Or I shall ne'er from sin be free,

Lord, in Thy presence naught is lacking,
No wish denied, but all is right;
Transformed to love is all my burden,
The yoke is eased, the load seems light.
For in Thy stillness nothing threatens
The soul amidst earth's woe and pain.
To me Thy grace shall be sufficient,
The cross shall be my greatest gain.

No more complaining, no more grieving,
But grateful praise shall be my lot;
Although chastised, amid oppression,
Thy love and grace forsake me not.
The paths that seem to us the darkest
Are blessings rich, although disguised;
All things for good shall work together
To them that love Thee, Jesus Christ.
God's Power Revealed In The Clouds

Come now, ye great, before Jehovah,
Bring honor to His Majesty!
His mighty voice is heard with thunder;
Sink down into the dust and pray!
The mighty God shows forth His power,
The thunders roll in clouds on high;
His lightning flashes on the waters,
And sudden torrents from the sky.

God's voice resounds upon the waters,
His thund'ring Word all things does shake;
Proclaims His vengeance to His haters
And causes earth and rocks to quake.
With glory, majesty and power
Resounds the threat'ning voice of God,
With flaming message, thrilling shower,
He shows to us His chast'ning rod.

O therefore, mankind, ev'ry nation,
Abase yourself, do not delay!
Observe this wondrous indication
That soon will come a judgment day!
The Lord, first threat'ning in a tempest,
Will smite the world with curse and ban.
Oh, then repent and seek the Saviour,
Who died to rescue sinful men!

The Lord is as a King exalted
With wondrous might, and in the sky
Has set His rainbow as a token
That grace and mercy now is nigh.
Therefore, ye nations, heed the counsel,
His might and power recognize;
He'll change His wrath to grace and favor,
Give rest and peace in Paradise.
Walking With God

God is ever present!
Let us now adore Him,
And in rev'rence come before Him!
"Holy, holy, holy!"
Angel bands are singing,
And incessant praises bringing!
Bow Thine ear, Lord, and hear,
As we in submission Offer our oblation!

O majestic Being,
Praises now we offer
And our willing service proffer!
Might we as the angels
Stand in sacred nearness
And behold Thy face in clearness!
Grant that we, Day by day,
Unto Thee be pleasing
And in love increasing!

We renounce with pleasure
And in fullest measure,
Ev'ry earthly joy and treasure.
Life and soul and body,
We in consecration
Give to Thee, a full possession.
Thee alone Will we own
As our God and Father,
Worshipping no other.

Make us truly humble,
From the world retired,
Gentle, mild, with peace inspired!
As the tender flower
Willingly unfoldeth,
To the sunlight gently yieldeth,
May we be Glad and free,
Heav'nly light receiving,
Thou Thy work achieving.

Come, Lord, dwell within us,
As on earth we tarry;
Let us be Thy sanctuary!
Let Thy holy presence
Fill us with Thy glory;
Love and praise shall tell the story!
May our heart
Ne'er depart
From a true devotion,
For Thou art our portion.
Brotherly Love

Enter ye Love's Kingdom,
All God's own possession,
Who in Christ have found salvation.
Learn from your Redeemer,
Each to love his brother
And in love to serve each other!
Heed with care;
Gladly bear
All who seek His favor,
Though they faint and waver.

Yield in true submission
And in love be fervent,
Each to be the other's servant;
Love is void of envy,
Full of kind forbearance
And unlimited endurance,
Love increase!
Never cease
Love's sweet flame to cherish,
Lest it wane and perish!

If the Saviour's Kingdom
Is to grow and flourish
With God's richest blessings nourished,
May our love be burning,
And God's love returning;
Jesus, bless our ardent yearning!
Though our foes
Should oppose,
If we stand united,
They shall be requited.

Abba, loving Father,
Son and Holy Spirit,
Heal each fault and each demerit.
False conceit and anger,
Selfesteem and malice
Mortify through Thy pure motives!
We deride
Satan's might,
As 'round Thee we gather,
Calling Thee our Father.
Love And Loving

O, the fount of truth and grace
Found in loving,
If within the bonds of peace,
We are living!
Without love we cannot live;
This is truthful,
Love should make life fruitful.

Without love the burden great
On our shoulder
Would our weak and feeble state
Crush and smoulder;
But in love it groweth light,
And we offer Still to toil and suffer.

Those who unto Christ the Lord
Do surrender
All their mind and thought and word
In love tender
Shall, by faith and love impelled,
Boldly journey
On the narrow pathway.

Thus with grace our soul and mind
Is inspired;
In our labor joy we find
As desired,
Meeting kindred-minded souls
Is reviving,
Humbling and enliv'ning.
Praise To God In Baptism

Joyful songs of praise we bring
Thee, our Saviour!
Of Thy goodness we will sing
And Thy favors!
Heart and mind in ardor fill
With Thy praises,
For our hope in Jesus.

God, by His own gift of grace
Did relieve us,
And our sinfulness efface
Which did grieve us.
Jesus by His Father's will,
Made atonement,
Saved from death and torment.

Saints and angels here and there
Sing Thy praises
For this newborn sinner's share
In Thy promise;
God gives him eternal life!
We embrace him
And in love enfold him.

God's true children, heaven's guests,
All ye churches;
Live henceforth in righteousness,
As His purchase!
Had not God revealed His love
Us to cherish,
We in death would perish.

May our hearts and souls unite
In affection!
May our faith be glowing bright,
And correction
Come unto us from the fount
Of the Spirit
We from Christ inherit.

May each newborn child to Him
Be devoted;
Be each one to Christ the King
Consecrated!
From Him we received the gift.
Thanks and praises
We return, Lord Jesus!

Creatures new, Lord, we are Thine,
Thy possession.
That men share Thy life divine,
Was Thy mission.
He who bows at Babel's shrine,
Homage giving,
No new life is living.

May the world in us perceive
Love's true fervor,
With which Jesus' members cleave
To each other.
All the brethren who believe,
Daily striving,
Christlike should be living!
Pure And Holy Love

Holy love, bright flame from heaven,
Only to pure hearts revealed,
From the Lamb whose life was given
In our heart and bosom sealed,
In our heart and bosom sealed.

Joy and peace, Thy blessing, give us,
Joy the world can not obtain!
We are thirsty; come relieve us;
What has strayed, unite again,
What has strayed, unite again.

Sweet repose and peace of heaven,
Gifts which Jesus doth bestow,
Come, revive us when we're weary,
Treasure which we love and know,
Treasure which we love and know.

Mercy, kindness and forbearance
Enter in and in us live,
That our brother's debt and failing
We with gladness may forgive,
We with gladness may forgive.

Meekness, friendship, truth's attire,
Likeness after God's own will,
May both friend and foe desire
What our soul and spirit fills,
What our soul and spirit fills.

Goodness, kindness, love most tender,
Do Thy helping hand extend;
Thy protection do Thou render
And Thy foe in love defend,
And Thy foe in love defend.

Holy faith, our Rock and Refuge,
Give us courage to be true
And to fight a valiant conflict,
Till the conq'ring host we view,
Till the conq'ring host we view.

Tranquil silence, gentle whisp'ring,
Glory, where Jehovah reigns,
Show us, when the scorners mock us,
Thy reward for vict'ries gained,
Thy reward for vict'ries gained.

Love of Jesus, love of brethren,
Heal our souls from ev'ry smart!
Grant to us Thy purest motives
And a pure, unspotted heart,
And a pure, unspotted heart.
The Flame Of Jesus' Love

O that Thy ardent flames were kindled,
Unfathomable depth of love!
May all the universe acknowledge
That Thou art King and Lord above.

Already it doth burn with brightness;
See here and there in west and east,
To Thee the Lamb as ransom offered,
A glorious pentecosttal feast.

And still this heav'nly spark igniteth
So many cold and lifeless hearts;
It fills the longing soul with gladness
And heals from sin and Satan's darts.

All selfesteem and pride destroying,
Removes impure and guilty stain;
The streams of Jesus' love enjoying,
By which we God's rich grace obtain.

Thou never ceasing, living fountain,
Almighty witness, ever true,
Thy grace and love may not be wasted,
Inflame our hearts with love anew!

O link together what has scattered,
Complete Thy temple! keep Thy vows!
Illuminate with sacred brightness
The holy church, Thy Father's house!

Revive, inflame, redeem, enlighten
Ere long all peoples through Thy word;
Appear to ev'ry tribe and nation
As Saviour, Prince of Peace, and Lord!

Then from the lips of countless numbers
The songs of Jubilee will flow;
Thy fame shall sound from ev'ry region
And all the ransomed saints will glow.
God's Divine Compassion

I rev'rence love's great pow'r unending,
Which in Christ Jesus is revealed;
To Grace, itself so freely spending
To love a worm like me, I yield.
I'll sink all thought of self effacing
Into love's ocean, all embracing.

How dost Thou show'r on me Thy favor!
How doth Thy Spirit yearn for me!
Drawn gently on by love's sweet savor,
I come to yield my all to Thee;
As Thou, endearing love dost hold me,
So in my heart I will enfold Thee.

I feel that without Thee I perish,
I feel that I am all Thine own;
No earthly treasure may I cherish;
My life is fixed on Thee alone.
Sweet rest and joy Thou e'er providest;
Gladly I follow where Thou guidest

My heart and life are Thine forever;
O Saviour, Thou my only prize!
Thy saving blood, which faileth never,
Was shed that Godward I might rise.
To Thee, our dire, deep fall's salvation,
Of heart, of all, I make oblation.

I loved and lived in bondage weary,
When for myself I lived apart.
I knew Thee not through years so dreary,
Yet Thou sought'st me with loving heart.
O, could each sinner know this blessing,
Thine would he be, his love confessing.

Now praise we all the name of Jesus,
Bright fountain whence love's joy proceeds,
The stream which here from sin's stain frees us
And yonder God's blest legions feeds.
They bend the knee, Thy praise repeating;
We fold our hands, Thy grace entreating.

O Jesus, may Thy name eternal
Deep in our souls its impress leave!
May we of Thy sweet love supernal
In heart and mind the stamp receive!
Let all our words, let each endeavor,
Jesus, naught else, proclaim forever!
Give Thanks Unto The Father

God of unlimited compassion,
Thou neverending fount of love!
With countless hosts in meek submission
We praise Thee now, O Lord above,
For grace and patience Thou hast shown
Ere this created world was known.

For Thy most wonderful redemption,
For the atonement of our wrong,
For Thy most gracious invitation
And for Thy Word with promise strong.
Yea, for the comfort of Thy Word
Our hearts bring thanks to Thee, O Lord.

For Thy most holy, truthful Spirit
By which our spirit's life is shown,
For light and power we inherit
As Thy almighty work is known,
For the assurance there we find
Brings praise our newborn heart and mind.

For solace in Thy promise given
That Thy rich grace will never end;
When mountains fall and rocks are riven
Thy cov'nant and Thy truth shall stand.
Tho' earth and heaven sink and fall,
Yet God shall be, faithful to all.

Yea, lips and heart shall ever praise Thee,
Yet heart and lips shall ever plead:
Let not my faith grow weak or waver,
But build me on this ground indeed;
On Thy support I will depend
In faith to stand until life's end.

Let me in love live pure and holy
And keep me without spot or stain;
Grant that my heart be meek and lowly,
And may no idle joy or pain
E'er sever me from Thy great love,
Until I find Thy rest above.

No death nor sorrow, fear nor suff'ring,
All that this world and hell include,
Shall ever part me from my Saviour
Nor from His love and brotherhood.
I trust the God of Faith and truth
With saints above my heart to soothe.
Brotherly Love

Whereever, Lord, true love is waning,
O intervene ere 'tis too late;
And may Thy grace effect new ardor,
Thy Spirit, Lord, new love create!
For if the flame of love should die,
The light of faith extinct would lie.

O this confession, Lord, I bring Thee,
In truth and deed it must be told
That if the flame of love has vanished,
The heart becomes both void and cold.
God's love will conquer all at length;
It gives His children life and strength.

Enfold us with Thy loving mercy;
O holy Lord, wake us from sleep,
That we by Thy good Spirit's guidance
May onward tread the pathway steep;
That for perfection we may strive,
The blessedness of love revive!

Love's first fruits, Lord, do ever nourish,
For they are pure, sincere and true!
They cause all selfishness to perish,
All evil in our hearts subdue;
Love is the Godlike quality
In which His children we may be.

Lo, where the love of God has vanished,
The holiness of life is lost;
The love of self has not been banished
And love no more can cover faults;
Here peace with God will fade away
And wantonness soon brings dismay.

True love doth fellowship desire,
It seeks a faithful brother-heart;
True solace here we can acquire,
Where hand in hand and heart in heart
In mutual harmony are bound.
And Christ's love has a dwelling found.

This charity is friendly, sparing:
It looks for brotherly accord,
Is ever patient and forbearing
And seeks not honor or reward;
Is clothed in sweet humility,
From ev'ry taint of evil free.

This charity is soon entreated;
Is not insistent on its right,
Is never proud or self-conceited
But finds enjoyment in the light
Of truth, and righteousness, and peace.
True charity shall never cease.

True charity no ill is seeking,
Is ready to give others aid;
And if the world is vengeance wreaking,
It trusts in God all unafraid,
Retaining still its confidence
That God will be a sure defense.

True love by God has been selected,
Where it is found, there dwelleth He;
In all who are with God connected
Love floweth as within a sea;
Where real and true love holdeth sway,
A child of God is found alway.
Jesus, Come, O Come To Me

Jesus, come, O come to me,
Lord, I pray, abide with me.
Come, Thou art my soul's delight,
And with me do Thou abide.

Thousand times I long for Thee;
Nothing else can comfort me;
Thousand times I cry to Thee;
Jesus, Jesus, come to me.

Pleasures on this earth abound,
Yet my heart no joy has found.
But Thy presence, Lord, to me
Shall my joy forever be.

To no other be it told
That I would my heart unfold;
Only Thou may enter in,
Only Thou may reign within.

Only Thou, O Son of God,
Will I call my crown, my lot;
Thou O Lamb, didst die for me;
Thou my bridegroom e'er shalt be.
Faith, Hope, and Love

Faith and hope and love adorn
Heart and life of all true Christians;
With these must each child of God
Be endowed in full submission.
All who wish to serve God truly
Must show forth these virtues fully.

Faith which laid the cornerstone
Of redemption's true foundation,
Looks to Jesus Christ alone,
Makes with heart and lips confession
Of His Spirit's faithful training,
Bears the cross without complaining.

Love, the fruit of faith, must we
Show toGod and to our neighbor;
Yield to discipline each day,
Willing for the Lord to labor.
No affliction e'er can sever
Us from Jesus Christ forever.

Hope encourages our love
To o'ercome all tribulation
And will in the deepest flood
Anchor on the firm foundation.
What we here endure with sadness,
Hope will change to joy and gladness.

O preserve this faith in me,
Gracious Lord, in Thy good pleasure;
Shame all those who mightily
Seek to rob me of this treasure;
Let the bruised reed not be broken,
Nor be quenched the flax, still smoking!

May my charity be pure
Not a sham or pretense merely,
O bestow Thy power sure,
That my love may shine out clearly;
Help me love Thee, heavenly Father,
And in Thee, my every brother.

Set my hope on solid ground;
Strengthen it in every trial;
May it flourish and abound,
And in danger shun denial.
Let it see past heaven's portal
And find rest in things immortal.

Faith and hope will pass away
When believing ends in seeing;
Then our love will enter in,
Where it first came into being.
There my love in endless action
Shall attain sublime perfection.
The Union Of Hearts

When pure and upright hearts,
By flames of love ignited,
Are by the bond of faith
More firmly yet united,
The light of hope beams forth
In radiance far and nigh,
Invites us to partake
The blessings from on high.

Then shall this vale of tears
On earth become an Eden
When joined in spirit we
In prayer look up to heaven,
Then bear we joyfully
This earthly toil and care;
We put our trust in God
And all complaints forbear.

This union of our hearts
Shall stand through grace in Jesus;
We walk the path of life,
While cheer and trust increases.
Where God in truth abides,
Where two join hand and heart,
We find a threefold cord,
Not lightly rent apart.

This Godmade union then
Shall never more be broken,
Where faith and love have been
The holy cov'nant's token
Where God the seal does give,
The hope shall e'er remain,
Though parting be our lot,
To meet in heav'n again.

And then, what blissful joy
Will bind such hearts together,
When after parting's grief
They meet again in heaven,
Who through this earthly vale
Did journey hand in hand,
Joined in the bond of grace
By love's most sacred band!

This covenant shall then
Endure and stand forever;
There neither grief nor pain
Shall come to part or sever.
There God shall e'er abide
With us our truest friend,
Our hearts in Him unite
Forever, without end.
Love Begets Love

Love, who fashioned me, the likeness
Of Thy Godhead here to bear
Me from fall and from transgression
Didst restore with tender care:
Love, I give myself to Thee,
Thine to be eternally.

Love, by which I was selected
Ere I saw the light of day;
Love, whose goodness was reflected
In man's likeness and array;
Love, I give myself to Thee,
Thine to be eternally.

Love, which for my sin did suffer
And which died, that I might live;
Love, which grace to all does offer
And eternal peace does give;
Love, I give myself to Thee,
Thine to be eternally.

Love, which overcame and conquered
My perverse and wayward heart;
Love, by which I'm bound and anchored
That from Thee I would not part;
Love, I give myself to Thee,
Thine to be eternally.

Love, that ever shall continue
Step by step doth gently lead;
Love, that sayeth: "Peace be with you,"
And for me doth intercede;
Love, I give myself to Thee,
Thine to be eternally.
The Hour Of Prayer

It is here, the precious moment
Which unites our hearts in prayer,
When the people of God's cov'nant
'Round the throne of grace appear.
Hear, O Lord, our humble prayer,
Unto us Thy blessings share!

Tho' we are but feeble children,
Courage we through grace receive
Thou didst liberate the sinners,
All who in Thy blood believe.
All who humbly seek Thy face
There will find abundant grace.

Not alone for self we're pleading
As we bow before Thy throne;
While for all we're interceding,
Thy redeeming grace make known!
Many, Lord, Thou art aware,
Languish yet in Satan's snare.

"Great," Thou saidst it, "is the harvest!"
Lord, more reapers then arouse!
Gather what the foe has scattered,
Lord, again into Thy house!
O, may soon this earth so wide
Be a temple of Thy light!

Lord, Thy kingdom's humble servants
With new grace and zeal endue!
Wake the lifeless;
make them fervent;
Consecrate Thy house anew!
Gather, Shepherd, true and great,
Far and near all who have strayed.
Happiness Of The Godly

Blessed he, who does not follow
The ungodly counsel's course,
Shuns deceitful thoughts and actions
And the way of sin ignores;
Who the mockers' horde does spurn
And whose thoughts to wisdom turn.

Those whose hearts delight and pleasure
In God's law and teaching find,
And whose souls find joy and pasture
In His ways and mercies kind;
All such lives a true light show,
And no falt'ring weakness know.

Such are as the green trees growing
And by brooks and rivers seen,
Where the fruits are never tardy
And whose leaves are ever green,
Where the sunrays and the heat
Help the rip'ning to complete.

For their faith takes root, is grounded
Deep in God's true Word and light,
Where its life's support is founded
And love's flame becomes more bright,
Where their hope does bloom and grow
And the light of life does glow.

But of such are not the mockers
Of ungodly, wicked mind,
Who in trials and afflictions
Are as chaff before the wind;
As the grass that is today
Soon does fade and pass away.

Scorners, who the Lord would flatter
In the judgment shall not stand;
Likewise they who discord scatter
Perish as the sinking sand;
Sinful ways shall not endure,
But the righteous way is sure.
The Penitent's Conflict

Life has become so gloomy,
So grievous is our woe,
As if the Lord in heaven,
No spark of love would show.
As yet no pardon given,
Earth can no peace afford;
Yet weary hours thus striven
Are blessings from the Lord.

We bear for Him a longing
When left alone, oppressed;
If we could but embrace Him,
Forever hold Him fast!
With weeping pleas and wrestles,
As Jacob moved in soul,
Until we win the conflict,
And faith shall make us whole.

Thus we can feel how grievous
Life without God would be;
How wretched and how helpless,
How full of poverty,
We here would starve and famish
If not our weeping soul
The Lord in love would nourish,
Would comfort and console.

The Lord at all times chooses
The time His gifts to share;
He sends a ray of solace
To banish grief and care;
He pours His gentle blessing
In to the with'ring heart,
And leads thru gloom and sadness
To bright ways heavenward.

Our hearts would prove unfaithful,
Would tire of Jesus' love,
If He the heavy burden
'Neath which on earth He strove
For us and our transgressions
In His meek lowliness,
Should not lay on our shoulders
To share His sore distress.

Therefore, learn thou His guidance
Meekly to understand,
When times of gloom and sadness
Befall thee in this land.
Soon shall descend from heaven
His rich grace, as the dew,
And make the dreary desert
A meadow green and new.
The Real Longing For Home

I live 'mid my affections;
This world I do not love;
With longings true I journey
To heaven's home above;
There dwells my soul immortal;
My treasure's where my heart;
The mind, from earthly portal,
Arises heavenward.

Fade, earth and idle pleasure;
They are the soul's distress;
They glitter from a distance,
Yet who will them caress,
Accepts but filth for jewels
And for the pearls but sand;
For in their magic potion
There is but death at hand.

I love what leads to heaven,
But not to that below;
The world, its lustful tumult
And all it can bestow,
Beneath my feet I trample
And upward I aspire;
For more than worldly wisdom
Thy kingdom I desire.

Ascend, my heart with gladness;
Beyond there's joy and love;
Endure all pain and sadness
To gain the rest above!
Let others choose what's earthly,
Pursue that which is vain.
I dwell 'mid my devotions,
For thus death is but gain.
The Lord's Prayer

Dear Father, now behold us
Approach Thy throne of grace,
To pray in our Lord Jesus,
We seek Thy loving face.
Bestow on us, Thy children,
Thy blessings manifold,
Thy love, Thy grace, and mercy,
As Thou hast done of old.

Hallowed be Thy dear name,
Lord, Of all Thy children host,
Whom Thou hast taught in Thy word
What here is needful most.
Thy name in all the ransomed
In truth be sanctified.
Prepare us on life's journey
With Thee there to reside.

May, Lord, Thy kingdom enter
Each true and faithful heart,
Which doth in truth and candor
Seek for the better part.
Lord, we, Thy children, call Thee,
With heart and soul implore,
That Thou Thy kingdom's glory
Forever wilt restore.

Thy will and Thy commandments
Be done of us on earth
That each may learn with patience
Their value and true worth.
Forever there in heaven,
Thy mandates forward go;
May we with Thy grace given
Do likewise here below.

Our daily bread, Lord, give us
For body, soul, and mind,
Thy words of life so precious,
So pure and so refined.
We pray Thee for Thy favor,
Our Lord on heaven's throne;
Thy bread of heaven's flavor
Can please our hearts alone.

Forgive us our transgressions,
Where we, O Lord, have not
In words, in deeds, or patience
Done as Thy word has taught.
They are unworthy servants
Who do no more at best
Than what laws and commandments
Require of them, then rest.

Let us, Thy children, mindful,
Obey Thy words with cheer;
Let none of us be idle,
Nor indolent while here.
And as Thou, Lord, hast mercy,
Where we not right have done,
So are we ever ready,
Forgiving everyone.

When Satan gives oppression
And night and darkness fall,
Give courage and discretion
To conquer over all;
And when in tribulations,
Grant us new strength and power;
And with Christ's inspiration,
Prepare us for the hour.

The glory and the kingdom
Forever Thine shall be,
Almighty King and Sov'reign,
In all eternity!
Put to extermination
Those pow'rs of wicked life.
O, may for all creation
Redemption soon arrive.

And now in termination,
Amen, so shall it be.
Our prayers and supplications
Shall bring response from Thee.
Thou art the true and faithful,
The God of Covenant!
In Thee our heart is joyful,
Our God of Hosts so grand.
The Lord Will Provide

Though troubles assail
And dangers affright,
Though friends should all fail
And foes all unite,
Yet one thing secures us
Whatever betide,
This promise assures us:
"The Lord will provide!"

Though often the heart
With storms be oppressed,
Afflictions do smart,
By Satan distressed,
"O what shall befall us?"
We wearily sighed;
Still He who protects us,
"The Lord will provide!"

His call we obey
As Abram of old,
Not knowing our way,
But faith makes us bold;
Where'er He shall lead us,
The way He doth guide;
He knows best who rules us;
"The Lord will provide!"

When Satan appears,
Obstructing our path
And fills us with fears
We conquer by faith;
He cannot take from us,
Though oft he has tried,
The heartcheering promise:
"The Lord will provide!"

He tells us we're weak,
Our hope is in vain;
The good that we seek
We shall not obtain;
Yet when such temptations
Our patience have tried,
In this we find solace:
"The Lord will provide!"

Though merit and strength
We do not possess,
And honor and wealth
Our souls would distress;
In Thy name, Lord Jesus,
We'll ever abide,
And thus we say: "Amen,
The Lord will provide!"
Faith's Confidence

While Fear hints, "There's something God will deny,"
"No good thing," is Faith's decisive reply;
Whate'er He withholds is most wisely denied;
How full is the promise, "The Lord will provide."

Begone, unbelief, my Saviour is near,
And for my relief will shortly appear
By faith let me wrestle, and He will perform;
With Christ in the vessel, I smile at the storm.

His love in time past forbids me to think
He'll leave me at last in trouble to sink;
Each sweet Ebenezer I have in review
Confirms His good pleasure to help me quite through.

Though dark be my way, since He is my guide,
'Tis mine to obey, 'tis His to provide;
Though cisterns be broken, and creatures all fail,
The word He has spoken shall surely prevail.

Since all that I meet shall work for my good,
The bitter is sweet, the medicine food;
Though painful at present, 'twill end before long;
And then, Oh, how pleasant the conqueror's song.

Why should I complain of want or distress,
Temptation or pain? He told me no less:
The heirs of salvation, I know from His word,
Through much tribulation must follow their Lord.

How bitter that cup, no heart can conceive,
Which He drank quite up, that sinners might live.
His way was much rougher and darker than mine.
Did Jesus thus suffer and shall I repine?

Though troubles assail, and dangers affright,
Though friends should all fail and foes all unite,
Yet one thing secures us, whatever betide,
The scriptures assure us the Lord will provide.

How firm a foundation, saints of the Lord,
Is laid for your faith in God's holy word!
What more can He say than to you He hath said,
You who unto Jesus for refuge have fled?
Our Pilgrim Way

Be our journey and our way
Of temptations full;
Be our earthly pilgrimage
But an humbling school,
Yet we are of joyful mind,
Trusting not thereon
What ourselves we do or find,
But that Christ is strong.

Of this we are confident
And we hold it fast,
That the Lord, though heavens rend,
Keeps us to the last.
Though our strength so oft indeed
Threatens to take wing,
We keep faith, there is no need,
We still have our King.

He that water for His own
Out of rocks did bring,
And the food for prophet lone
Sent on raven's wing;
He who with few fish and bread
Multitudes did feed,
Has He not, when all is said,
Help in ev'ry need?

He who in His tender care
Holds the world and all,
And without whose will no hair
From our head may fall;
To whom great is not too great,
Small is not too small,
Could He really come too late,
Or not heed our call?

He that opened heavens, hath
Out of such great love,
For us plainly marked the path
To the realms above;
He who keeps that home prepared,
Would He e'er allow
Those for whom He surely cared
All to perish now?

Nay, that shall not be our lot,
God is ever kind;
Keeps His promise, breaks it not,
Comforts heart and mind.
Though you may see trouble nigh --
Pilgrim, do not fear,
Look in faith to God on high
For your help is near!
The Seven Words Of Jesus On The Cross

Out onto Calv'ry's hill,
Where Jesus died I'll go,
To hear the words He speaks,
To see Him in His woe.

How great the pains, O Lord,
Afflict Thee on this day;
"My God, my God," He calls,
"Forsake Me not, I pray."

No vengeance fills His heart;
For them I hear Him plead;
"They know not what they do;
Forgive them for this deed."

Now Mary weeps for Him;
In love He soothes her lot;
"See, mother, thine own son!
Thou friend, forsake her not!"

The thief in penitence
Is pardoned ere he dies:
"Today shalt thou yet be,
With Me in Paradise."

"I thirst," He cries in pain,
For there is no distress,
Which Christ, the Friend of Man,
Endured not at His death.

He bows His head and cries,
"'Tis finished, all is done,
O God, receive my soul."
Life's victory is won.
Follow Me!

In earth's anguish here I will not murmur,
Neither seek nor crave a crown of honor,
When my Lord a crown of thorns did wear.
Will not seek the flow'ry path of roses,
When our holy Lord and Saviour, Jesus,
There on Calvary the cross did bear.

Give me, Lord, for this life's journey only
Truth to guide me through this world so lonely
And Thy Spirit for to lead the way
Give a heart that willingly will follow
On the path so steep and straight and narrow
Where Thy holy feet once led the way.

In the true faith let me never tire;
And the fruit of faith, the holy fire,
Love untarnished, Lord, O give to me.
Without it I cannot forward journey;
Love alone can lead to love eternal;
Only love leads through this world to Thee.

Friendly was to me Thy invitation,
Dearest Lord! So, in my humble station
Heavenward my steps shall e'er proceed;
Therefore lend unto Thy lowly servant
From above Thy grace and love so fervent;
Strengthen and direct my weary feet.

Let a clear and hopeful view be given
Unto me into Thy blissful heaven,
When on earth no rest from toil I find.
In this vale of anguish and affliction
Give me constant peace and pure affection
And a trusting, heaven-gladdened mind.

Yea, upon this earth I am a stranger,
Burdened with a cross and many dangers,
Am a pilgrim, poor and unbeknown.
Be the cross my pilgrim journey's token
Till my earthly house at last be broken,
And I reach that dear and heav'nly home.
The Heavenly Mind

Heavenward, e'er heavenward
Let us wend our way!
What the righteous seek is there
Found without delay,
But not on earth.
Joy here alternates nates with woe;
Lift on high from earth below
Thy heart and mind!

Heavenward direct thy soul
Ev'ry morn anew!
Swift our pilgrimage doth roll;
This, O man, is true!
O plead and pray:
God, who called me by His grace,
Deep into my heart impress
Thy truth each day.

Heavenward the Lord would have
Thee to set Thy aim;
Be not anxious; do not crave
Earthly wealth or fame.
From such abstain!
Only what with hand and heart
For the Lord is set apart
Will bring thee gain.

Heavenward thy refuge take
When oppressed with care,
For thy God will ne'er forsake
Nor leave in despair.
Why this distress?
In the realms of light above
There is joy and peace and love;
This hope possess!

Heavenward walk by Thy side
All the Lord's elect,
And with heav'nly foretaste do
What their Lord directs.
O join the throng!
Strive with zeal while here below;
Walk life's way through pain and woe;
In God be strong!

Heavenward through all contempt
Our dear Saviour trod;
Follow Him, where'er He went,
As a child of God.
Hold fast to Him!
Silently thy burden bear;
Change thy murm'ring into prayer;
The vict'ry win!

Heavenward His hand doth guide
Through the desert waste;
Draws thee closer to His side,
Makes thy spirit chaste.
He will destroy
Every earthly vanity,
And will lead thee finally
Into His joy.

Hallelujah! Heavenward,
Let thy thanks ascend;
Thou shalt also join thy Lord
At the journey's end.
Then thou shalt be
Where all pain is turned aside,
There to praise Him, glorified
Eternally.

"Hallelujah," thou wilt sing
When thy Lord shall come,
Joyfully His own to bring
To His heav'nly home.
Great is the Lord!
For the cross He took a throne,
Made His victory thine own!
Praised be the Lord!
Forward

Onward! strive to reach the goal,
Heaven's Fatherland!
Though the tempter grieves thy soul,
Jesus guides thy hand.
So, safely on;
After conflicts here shall end
We to glory will ascend;
In this rejoice.

Christ Himself the pathway strode
With courageous tread,
Showing thee the heav'nly road.
Follow without dread!
O trust in Him!
He helps thee in all distress;
To be faithful unto death
Be thy sole aim!

Doth the burden and the heat
Fill thy heart with fear?
Doth it seem a heavy yoke,
What thou hast to bear?
O, then behold
Jesus' cross which He once bore
And the curse He did endure
To save His fold.

Doth thy way through darkness lead,
Ne'er a shining star?
When in conflict and in need,
Seems His help afar?
He is thy light,
And as Shepherd day and night
Watches thee, keeps thee in sight;
He slumbers not.

And when death shall come at last
Thou shalt feel no dread;
When thy mortal pain is past,
Thou shalt see our Head
In radiance new.
When our conflict here doth end,
Into glory shall ascend
The Christian true.
Trust In God

God, my hope and consolation,
Ever Thou my refuge be!
In Thy care I'll find protection,
Though no other light I see.
Oft on rugged road of sadness
I find comfort, joy and gladness;
Guided by Thy hand alone,
"Thine and not my will be done."

All things be to Thee committed;
All Thou doest is well done;
If for death or life I'm fitted,
Thy commands I'll never shun.
Though the burden oft be grievous,
Thou dost comfort and relieve us;
Guided by Thy hand alone,
"Thine and not my will be done."

Lead me, Lord, as Thou best knowest
How before Thee I should live;
If but Thou my footstep guidest,
Joy and blessings I receive.
If in grace with Thee I'm standing,
Dangers fade at Thy commanding;
Guided by Thy hand alone,
"Thine and not my will be done."

Though I meet with pain and sorrow,
Oft must feel how hard it be
Through afflictions here to struggle,
Yet my God shall faithful be.
Thou dost help my burden carry;
Should I comfortless then tarry?
Guided by Thy hand alone,
"Thine and not my will be done."

In Thy hands I am committed,
Father, with content repose;
Ev'ry charge shall be acquitted;
Turned to bliss shall be my woes.
When at last from heaven's portal,
I review my lifepath mortal,
I shall utter, deeply moved,
"O how truly Thou hast loved!"
The Ship Of Faith

Though great dangers oft surround us
Passing through life's stormy sea,
Where the clouds of help gloom and darkness
Hover o'er our heads, and we
Through the tempest must keep rowing,
In distress and scarcely knowing
Whether we the poor, unknown,
Of our Lord are left alone.

Yet the Lord is ever near us;
He doth guide our vessel's course;
He would test our love and firmness,
Giving storm and wind their course.
That our faith be shown in clearness,
Seemingly He hides His nearness;
If we plead with fervent will,
He will bid the sea be still.

He is Lord; when He commandeth
Storms abate, and ocean waves
Will, although they rage with madness,
Gently cease; for He who saves
Gives repose; and in distraction
It is He who gives protection;
He will ne'er His own for sake
Nor His holy cov'nant break.

Therefore, trusting in God only,
Place your confidence in Him;
He is near, though we feel lonely,
Help delays and light grows dim.
Be consoled and trust in Jesus,
In this Rock your strength increases;
Let your faith rest in His blood,
Fearing neither storm nor flood.

Should our faith and courage falter
In the tempest of this world,
Fervent prayer upon the altar
Is an anchor that will hold
In the wounds of Jesus surely,
Grounded on His blood securely,
And ascends, through faith alone
To His holy, sacred throne.

Oh, this anchor is united
By the endless chain of love,
That extends from earth beneath us
To our Father's home above;
Jesus draws in love so tender,
Till we all the radiant splendor
Of that peaceful harbor see
Where our home fore'er shall be.

Jesus' cross, that is the symbol
Of the banner that we bear;
Under this, what need to tremble?
Who need falter or despair?
He that in this sign believeth,
There a heavenly crown receiveth;
After the victorious fight
Cometh he to realms of light.

Therefore, on, beloved pilgrims!
Faithfully your way pursue;
Yonder for you as His children
Lies that peaceful haven, too.
There the little bark arriveth,
After tempest it surviveth;
For your compass, Holy Writ,
Keeps thy bark and guideth it.
Challenge To The Nominal Christian

Follow me, the Saviour calleth;
Come to me, I am the way!
What is lacking I will give you;
Trust in me and watch and pray!
Follow me in true submission;
I have borne all your transgression;
Learn of me, both great and small,
Meekly, humbly hear my call.

Thru this life I've gone before you,
Serving not earth's vanity;
So should all now choose my virtue
And my true disciples be.
Follow me with cheerful spirit
That my kingdom ye inherit.
Yea, forsake the highway broad;
Follow me on heaven's road.

Why is there this anxious striving
For the treasures of this earth?
By God's word they all will perish,
Honor, pleasure, wealth and mirth.
And I, who have life eternal,
Joy and blessedness supernal,
Find so few who will obey
On the straight and narrow way!

I call weeping: "Tribes and nations,
O, that all could understand
And would come to seek salvation,
Would obey my kind command!"
For the day is drawing nearer
When the disobeying hearers
Who the truth have not believed,
In false hope they were deceived.

When the words by prophets spoken,
Their fulfillment then shall find:
"Lo! Their vision I have broken
And confused their heart and mind!"
Woe to ev'ry willful being
Who is constantly pursuing
A perverse and sinful way,
And in selfish pride does stay.

Therefore, all ye human beings,
Hear today the Saviour's word;
He came for the poor lost sinner
Who with joy His message heard.
Come, believe! Be meek and lowly,
For His Word is true and holy;
Who believes Him is made free
Here and in eternity.

Sing, all ye who are persuaded
By the power of His call!
O, be glad; for you are aided
By His hand through dangers all.
Not a sparrow ever falleth
Lest it be that God alloweth;
So rejoice exceedingly
For His kingdom yours shall be.

Walk thus, cheering one another,
Little flock, e'en to the end;
If ye see a stumbling brother,
Helpful word and hand extend;
Filled with God's own mighty fullness,
Follow Christ in holy stillness;
Sing to Him a "Gloria!"
And rejoice, "Hallelujah!"
In Time Of Persecution

Though their foes may try them,
Christ's true friends defy them
And to Him adhere;
Though the archfoe, Satan,
God's own children threatens,
They will have no fear,
God gives strength
To us at length
To confess Him as our Saviour,
Without fear or favor.

And when Satan rages
And against us stages
Torture, fire and death,
Hastens to defy us
And withal destroy us,
Armed with spite and wrath,
Yet we know
Each Christian true
In the flames would rather perish
Than false idols cherish.

Will Satan's cruel action
Bring him satisfaction?
No, the Christian's blood
Yields the fruits most pleasing,
Blessings still increasing
From the face of God.
Wrath and sword
Have zeal restored
Which in ease and false persuasion
Sank into confusion.

For a season Satan
May our downfall threaten,
But be not afraid!
For the Lord of heaven
Hath the promise given
Of enduring aid.
His right arm
Will guard from harm
All who, by His pow'r unending,
Are for Him contending.

So stand fast, ye faithful;
Though the foe seem dreadful,
Help is at your side.
Christ in triumph rising,
Haughty foes despising,
Will defeat their pride.
Though, behold,
A lion bold,
Or a Nero should o'ertake you,
God will not forsake you!

Though proud seas endeavor
Our small bark to sever
From its faithful guard,
Though great storms are roaring;
Though great billows soaring,
May distress it hard.
Christ, the Lord,
Will help afford;
In the very darkest hour
He will show His power.

Though my foes are pressing
And my ship distressing,
God is e'er my shield;
It shall not be shattered;
God the waves will scatter;
It will never yield.
Then at last,
All danger past,
With our Pilot, Christ, commanding,
Find its heav'nly landing.

Should our vessel flounder,
Peter nigh go under,
Jonah near be lost;
Should a Paul be drifting,
Still God's arms are lifting
All the tempest-tossed;
Noah found
A landing-ground;
He and his by God were cherished,
Though the whole world perished.

O, be glad, my brothers;
Brave the hate of others;
And be not dismayed.
Though vain men assail you,
Let your faith not fail you;
Still be unafraid.
God hath shown
More power alone
Than great hosts in armor trusting,
For your downfall lusting.

Let from every angle
Storms our ships entangle;
God is in command!
It will not go under
Or through weakness founder,
But come safe to land;
For at last,
The storms all pass,
Christ, our great and mighty Pilot,
Will to heaven guide it!
The Gospel

Word which God has spoken,
Word of peaceful token,
Gospel of the Lord!
Fount of benediction,
Comfort in affliction,
Holy Spirit's sword!
Source of might,
Of life and light!
Joyful message of God given,
Sent to us from heaven!

Unto ev'ry nation
Thou dost bring salvation
Through Thy blessed light,
Till the understanding
Of Thy truth expanding
Shall dispel the night.
God's own light,
O star so bright!
Send to many hearts Thy radiance,
Who yield in obedience.

All is now accomplished;
God has sent redemption
By His loving Son;
Christ His life has given,
To the cross was driven,
For us life has won.
Christ fulfilled
The Father's will,
To His honor, praise and glory.
What a joyful story!

Jesus' invitation
Calls to ev'ry nation:
"Draw nigh and believe!
God your sins will pardon
Lest your hearts should harden
In your unbelief.
Come to me;
I'll make you free
From your bondage and oppression.
Let me take possession!"

See how sinners revel,
Serving death and devil;
Numberless are they
Who in lofty places
Bow to idol faces,
Shameful homage pay;
Yet some time Shall brightly shine
On the hills our Saviour's healing,
Valleys reconciling.

Though mid strife and tumult,
Men will heap their insult
On the blood of Christ;
Ye who love the Saviour,
Bearing ill-will ever,
Being much despised,
Soon 'tis past, And they at last
Who have served, endured, and waited
Shall be vindicated.

See the mighty nations,
Whose imaginations
Are an idle dream,
Christ's own name now bearing,
Yet for Him not caring;
Yea, they Him blaspheme;
Trust the Lord; Such are abhorred,
And one day will crash in pieces.
Then the evil ceases.

See the lowly churches,
Which by Christian virtues
Satan's power defy,
Where the true salvation,
Preached with consecration,
Leads to life on high.
Great shall be The small ye see
When all to their Saviour plighted,
Once shall be united.

In His grace rejoicing
And His praises voicing
We have peace with God;
Heart and soul we offer
Him who once did suffer
And our pardon bought.
Love Him here; And without fear
Praise His holy name forever
And our God and Saviour!
Call To Beginners

Be not thou discouraged,
Though the tempters flourish;
Him who calls, obey!
Follow, though they threaten,
For the Saviour's servants
Call: Do not delay.
Don't relent;
Fear not contempt,
Nor the spiteful horde's oppression;
Hold fast thy confession!

See'st thou others wander
Who the Saviour slander,
Dead in unbelief,
Who are ever seeking
With their evil speaking,
Christ's fold to deceive;
Do not fear;
The Lord is near,
Breaks the way to life immortal;
Strive to find the portal!

Yield to Him submission
Who for thy transgression
Died upon the cross!
Do no longer tarry;
You must haste and hurry;
Tardiness is loss.
When at last God's grace is past
And proud Babylon is banished,
All hope will have vanished.

We must shun the teaching
Of those who are preaching
Sinful greed and lust,
To the Beast allegiance,
To God disobedience,
Whose reward is just.
Wrath and scorn
Must here be borne;
He who here avoids affliction
Forfeits God's affection.

Therefore onward hurry;
Do not longer tarry
Here in Babel's land!
He who here stays captured
Ne'er shall be enraptured
With that sacred band.
Up and strive
For endless life;
Do not fear the roaring lion;
Fear the God of Zion.
Battle And Victory

Steep and thorny is the way
Leading us to full perfection;
Blessed they who therein stay,
Battling under Christ's direction.
Blest is he who runs the race,
On the way not falls from grace.

Their reward is truly great
Who, unto the end enduring,
All to Christ do consecrate,
Flee the worldly lust alluring.
They who hope unfailingly
For the crown of victory.

Draw, O Lord, us near to Thee;
Draw to Thee each valiant fighter.
Storm and night surround us here,
But above 'tis calm and brighter.
There, beyond death and the tomb,
Radiant morn dispels the gloom.

Up then, comrades; wend your way
Through the wilderness with courage;
Look to Jesus; watch and pray!
God prepares you for the conflict;
In the weak He shows His might,
And through Christ we'll win the fight.
The Supreme Sacrifice

God with us! We need not fear;
Jesus crowns with life eternal;
Faithful let us be while here,
Till God ends our pilgrim journey;
Trumpets for the conflict sound;
Up ye valiant, stand your ground!

See, our Saviour leads the way;
Triumph marks His ev'ry footstep;
Follow Him in glad array
Bravely with courageous effort!
Though He leads through blood and death,
Heroes never lose their faith.

Fiercely shall our foe approach;
Many brethren brave are falling;
For God's kingdom they endure;
Life eternal is their calling.
He in endless bliss shall live
Who for Christ his life will give.

Do not fear the tempter's wrath,
Though the man of sin be raging;
Soon to Judgment he must pass;
And then, brethren, we shall enter
Where no sorrow e'er is known,
Where all dread and fear have flown.

We behold the heav'nly throng
Who in ages past have suffered
Persecution, hate, and wrong,
Who for God their lives have offered;
Look beyond, behold their course;
Strive as they, to heaven's doors.
God's Exaltation

Our great God, we praise Thee now,
Lauding Thee with exultation;
The whole earth before Thee bows
And adores Thy great creation.
As Thou, Lord, hast been of yore,
Thou wilt stay forevermore.

Ev'rything shall sing Thy praise;
Cherubim and seraphs' voices
Praise and honor to Thee raise.
And the angel host rejoices,
Calling ever without rest,
"God, Thy holy name be blest!"

Great and small shall sing Thy praise
Over all Thy great creation.
To Thee, Father, God of grace,
Sings the holy congregation,
And we honor on His Throne,
Lord, Thy dear, beloved Son.

And Thy church within the pow'r
Of Thy Spirit's inspiration
Sings to Thee, our God and King;
Thou our joy and consolation.
We are ransomed by Thy blood,
Baptized in the cleansing flood.

Thou, the Father's only Son,
Cam'st to give mankind redemption;
From Thy throne Thou didst descend
Here to make Thy habitation.
Grace and mercy came from Thee,
And from sin we now are free.

Open now is heaven's gate;
And our Saviour's interceding
Reconciles us unto God
When in faith He hears our pleading.
Fin'lly comes Thy Judgment day,
Time and hour we can not say.

Lord, protect Thy children all;
Hear their humble supplication.
Thou didst for our ransom, Lord,
Bear the cross and tribulation.
When our transient life is gone,
Take us to our heav'nly home.

Graciously behold Thy flock;
Help and bless Thy heirs forever.
Lead us in Thy righteous paths;
From the enemy deliver.
Hear our earnest pray'r and plea:
Lord, Thy coming we would see.
The Assurance Of True Faith

My faith gives joy and sweetest rest,
Leads me to heaven and the blest,
To Thee, my God and Father.
The comfort of mortality
Preserve with steadfast faith in me;
I'd follow Thee forever.
Salvation is the noblest part;
Impress this deeply on my heart.

Lord, for Thy fold Thou dost prepare
A right unto Thy kingdom there,
A treasure and possession.
The second death I need not fear,
For immortality is near;
Thy death gives us salvation.
I am redeemed! Thy mortal pain
Has brought for me eternal gain.

My praise and thanks I give to Thee,
For through Thy grace Thou makest me
An heir by Thy adoption.
Within the Word Thy truth I find
Which sanctifies my life and mind
And brings me to perfection.
Yes, born anew in heart I feel;
Thy Spirit, Lord, does this reveal.

Thy holy Word does teachings give
In faith, and hope, and love to live;
For this, O, Lord, I thank Thee.
Should I not seek within this time
A foretaste of the joys divine
And for Thy home prepare me?
Salvation is the noblest part;
Impress this deeply on my heart.
Blest Eternity

O word of joy, Eternity,
Which holds such charms and joy for me,
O Life without cessation!
Eternity, from sorrows free,
Such thoughts bring peace that I can be
Relieved from earth's vexation;
They fill my heart with sweetest cheer,
When trials and grief assail me here.

No splendor here can be unfurled
Which will remain, but with the world
Shall fall into destruction;
Eternity will e'er endure;
Its light and joys, divinely pure,
Are free from all corruption;
Yea, God to us did this reveal
Within His word of sweet appeal.

It matters not that we endure,
As martyrs also did of yore,
The cross and much affliction.
Although our suff'ring were amassed
And all upon the balance placed,
We'd find this full conviction:
Eternal life doth far outweigh
All trials for which it doth repay.

Behold the plight of the condemned,
How sad their fate without an end,
Those cast into perdition!
They ever die, but death comes not;
They weep and bear the saddest lot
In mournful, lost condition.
How great will then that glory be
For us who from this will be free!

Throughout the long eternity
The ransomed host shall dwell with Thee;
They never shall grow weary.
Rejoicing with the angels there,
The blest inheritance they share
In peace and endless glory.
As angels, they from manna live,
Which Christ, true to His promise, gives.

Ah, how I long now to depart
To satisfy my weary heart
With Thee, O life immortal!
When can I soon to Thee ascend
To where my thoughts do daily wend
And enter heaven's portal?
I would forget this world and strife
And work for sweet eternal life.
At The Grave Of The Believer

Mortal shell, So now thou art
In thy cool grave calmly sleeping;
From earth did thy soul depart
To take comfort in Christ's keeping.
Thou wilt break thy grave's dark walls
And arise when Jesus calls.

Therefore rest thou calmly here;
Rest serenely in the gloaming,
Till the time for us draws near,
When our feet are tired of roaming,
And we in the grave abide,
Where all cares are laid aside.

'Tis His will that we have life
Still in bodies mortal flowing;
All who won the crown through strife,
Once beneath this yoke were groaning.
Death takes us to God at last,
As it did those of the past.

Christ Himself lived here below;
In a pilgrim's hut He tarried.
Greater far than ours, we know,
Were the burdens that He carried.
Firm in conflict let us be
With our eye fixed, God, on Thee.

What is life passed in this frame,
This short space with gloom o'erclouded,
Toward life with immortal fame?
Yet on this short hour enshrouded
Hangs, Thou God of mystery,
Either death or life with Thee.

Thou in whom our all we stake!
Ours will be eternal pleasure,
When earth ties in death we break,
Thou wilt give us then this treasure.
Son of Man and God, our Friend,
Thou on us Thy peace doth send.

Lord, to Thee, not to the world,
We belong -- Thou shalt awake us.
This pow'r of the better world
Let us taste when death does take us.
May we here in faith abide
And in death with Thee reside.
Faithful Until Death Remain!

Faithful until death remain!
For the crown of life be striving.
Break through bonds of woe and pain,
In His promise e'er e'er confiding,
Which through grace is kept in store
For thee when thy journey's o'er,
For thee when thy journey's o'er.

There no crown shall e'er adorn
Him who wavers in the battle.
He who bears reproach and scorn,
Keeping faithful in the struggle,
Shall receive the crown so bright,
Glorious as the sun's own light,
Glorious as the sun's own light.

If this treasure you await,
In the conflict grow not weary.
Peace abounds in Jesus' path,
Though the way seems often dreary.
We must toil through sweat and pain
If the promised prize we'd gain,
If the promised prize we'd gain.

Have you vowed to serve the Lord,
'Neath His banner ever fighting?
Flee the evil of this world,
Satan and his power smiting;
Till the victor there shall be,
Waving palms of victory,
Waving palms of victory.

Thus our duty is made plain,
Trusting and in God abiding.
Faithful to thy Lord remain;
Till your eyes in light beholding,
See prepared there for the blest
Shining crowns of righteousness,
Shining crowns of righteousness.
The Way And The Reward

Two ways, O man, are there for thee;
There are two destinations.
Upon the path to heav'n we bear
The cross and tribulations.
The other path with joy abounds,
And yet no inward peace is found;
It leads thee to destruction.

Eternity is drawing near;
O, seek your soul's salvation!
Upon the narrow path of life
There's mercy and protection.
Eternal is the great reward,
If on the pathway of the Lord
You fear not the afflictions.

If on the path you do remain
Where sin the mortals cherish,
And God's rich mercy you disdain,
Your hopes will surely perish.
Woe unto you, if here you stay,
With unbelieving heart obey
The pow'r of sin and darkness.

O, why not turn, and heed the call,
And come in true submission!
His pardon's free to one and all;
In Him you'll find remission.
For you have lived, whoe'er you be,
In worldly thought and vanity,
Which lead into perdition.

In God's good word you'll surely find
The way to life immortal.
Through Jesus' death the pathway leads
To heaven's open portal.
Upon the cross His life He gave,
And triumphed over death and grave;
He bore your soul's transgressions.

If thou wouldst own the gift of grace
And heaven's joy inherit,
Then walk by faith before His face,
Led by the Lord's own Spirit.
Thou must with Christ be crucified,
And all thy sins and all thy pride
Upon His cross must perish.

In true repentance, die to sin,
In Jesus' name believing!
Baptized into His death with Him,
Full pardon be receiving!
Who dies with Christ will with Him rise,
A new life's way before him lies,
The road of life with Jesus.

His way at first may seem too hard,
Too steep, and full of sorrow;
Yet peace e'en now is its reward,
And bliss in God's tomorrow.
Who through the narrow gate doth press,
An inner peace will he possess,
And very joy in living.

The broader way at first may seem
As through a pleasant pasture,
But in its path great dangers teem;
It ends in dark disaster.
In righteous anger God will cast
Into great agony at last
The unrepentant sinner.

Therefore, O soul, consider well
What there shall be your portion,
And choose while yet you live on earth
The way of full salvation!
If in the Lord your hopes do rest,
Then with this treasure you are blest.
Woe to the unbelievers!
Christ In The Flesh

Forsake this world of vanity
And all its lewd deception!
Invite the Prince of Peace to thee,
Give Him a true reception.
Approach Him humbly, low, and meek.
Childlike, His grace and mercy seek,
For surely He first loved thee.

He came in humble modesty
And brought to us all blessings.
There in a manger slumbered He,
Eternal gifts possessing.
Arrayed in feeble flesh and blood
Appeared the gracious Son of God
To bring us all redemption.

In servant form the Saviour came,
From bonds of sin releasing.
His loving face upon us shone
With comfort, peace and blessing.
Removes all judgment and suspense,
Shows us the Father's countenance
With love and grace surrounded.

His star lights up the darkest night
And He is ever near us;
Protects and shields us all with might,
Shares us His help so gracious.
He seeks the missing lamb that strays,
And with His life the ransom pays
For our sins and transgressions.

If thou to life wouldst find the way,
Then search the Scriptures ever.
They show that, through Christ's death, man may
Have life that endeth never!
Lo! On the cross His life He gave
And then was laid into the grave
Because of thy transgressions.

What's needful most keep well in mind,
Within His fold remaining.
Be eager for His bread refined,
Life's fount thy soul sustaining.
With faith in Him look heavenward;
Repentant seek His loving heart,
His arms for thee are open.

And though upon the raging sea
By storms thou shalt be driven,
Thine anchor, guard and shield is He;
His love to thee is given.
He is thy Light in night and grief,
Thy sword the vict'ry to achieve.
He never will forsake thee.
The Field And The Fruit

Consider, man, that heart of thine,
Thy life and deeds beholding.
Do thorns there grow, or fruits divine?
Are weeds therein residing?
The fruits will truly manifest
What seeds have in thy heart been cast,
If God's or the destroyer's.

Is now thy heart an open way
Of wide and broad dimensions
From which those evil birds of prey
Can rob all good intentions?
O, be sincere! It is no jest;
If thorns and weeds thy heart infest,
Then sad is thy condition!

No life and grace canst thou obtain
Thy soul to feed and nourish,
If thus o'ertrodden and destroyed
This precious seed shall perish.
Or if that seed but reach the ear
And not thy heart, there is great fear
This seed shall be unfruitful.

And though thy heart is dull and cold
From sinfulness so hardened,
Wherein that seed cannot take hold,
And cannot thus be strengthened.
'Tis true upon a stony heart
That seed cannot take root and start,
And therefore it must perish.

Until thy heart is broken down
And through God's word made tender,
The seed, which thereupon is sown,
Can find no place to enter.
Oh, lose no time, but now repent!
Have faith that God His grace will lend,
And thou wilt surely conquer!

Or is it only thoughts of greed,
Of wealth and earthly splendor
That fill thy heart so that this seed
Can find no place to enter?
Oh, man, take heed! If that be so,
Then in thy heart no fruits will grow
That lead to life eternal.

A heart that's always on the chase
For wealth and riches striving,
Will have no welcome and no space
For this good seed reviving,
Or lovest thou but vain display,
Which soon will fade and pass away,
And leave thy soul no shelter?

But still they're some found here below
Whose hearts like fields are fruitful,
Wherein that seed will start and grow
In hearts upright and truthful.
The seeds which in these hearts are sown
Will thrive until good fruit is grown;
They are the true believers.

He who has ears, Oh, let him hear
And give it due reflection,
For while this day of grace is near
Seek for thy soul protection!
O, pray that while this day does last
Good seeds into thy heart be cast
And that they grow and prosper!

Oh, my Lord Jesus, Thee I pray,
My heart for Thee make useful;
And for Thy seed prepare the way.
Grant that it may be fruitful!
Yea, fruits of virtue, grace and love,
That follow me to heav'n above --
For this, O Lord, I pray Thee!
Gratitude For Deliverance

If God within these evil days
His mercy were not sharing,
No strength or grace could we obtain;
Our hearts would be despairing.
A remnant small, a handful we,
By many haughty men to be
Despised and persecuted,
Despised and persecuted.

The enemy is wrathful still,
But God with wise direction
Has saved us from the worldly lure
And giv'n our soul protection.
For unbelief with many woes
Has thus increased and overflows
The world, as does a river,
The world, as does a river.

We thank Thee, Lord, we are redeemed!
Our soul they could not capture,
For as a bird from nets released,
We have escaped in rapture.
The bonds are loosed, and we are free,
And strength'ning grace we find in Thee,
The God of earth and heaven,
The God of earth and heaven.
The Lord, My Light And Salvation

O Lord, my light,
In Thee I shall prevail;
With Thee I am secure.
I need not fear,
Though Satan would assail;
His trials I shall endure.
The enemy I am not fearing;
In steadfast faith to Thee I'm nearing.
Thou art my light.

One thing I seek
Far more than tongue can tell:
That in Thy holy place
With Thee, my God,
I might forever dwell
To praise Thee for Thy grace.
O, Lord, I wish to see Thy splendor!
Prepare me now that I may enter
Thy mansion bright.

Thou art my tow'r;
In time of great distress
I seek Thy realm of light;
There I rejoice;
Within this vale of tears,
Sustain me with Thy might.
Unto Thy name I'm honor bringing,
And joyously Thy praises singing;
Hallelujah!

Lord, do Thou hear
My pleading and my pray'r!
Thy word dwells in my heart.
Thy grace does flow
From Thy blest home on high.
The shield of faith Thou art.
Before Thy countenance appearing,
In truth and spirit Thee I'm nearing;
Oh, hear my pray'r!

Oh, lead Thou me
Upon the narrow way,
Lest I should stray from Thee!
In Thee alone
I place my trust each day;
No mortal can help me.
In Thee, my Lord, I am confiding;
For me a home Thou art providing
In realms of light.
The Call For Laborers

Awake, Thou soul's first inspiration;
Let watchmen stand before the temple door!
With constant zeal and firm devotion,
Against the enemy they do implore.
Their pealing calls throughout the world resound;
Salvation, Lord, in Thee alone is found.

Is thus the pious flame extinguished,
The flame of faith divine and fervent love?
Who'll call the souls unto the Master,
And lead them to the cross and Lord above?
Where is the Spirit's witness in this day?
Denying self, the Lord we should obey.

O, that Thy fire were brightly burning
And all with faith and love might be inspired!
If all this world were for Thee yearning,
For in Thy blood salvation is acquired!
O, Lord, Thou King, and Saviour, hear our plea
And grant our wish and speak, "So shall it be!"

The promise of true pastors given;
Hearts like Thine own do Thou in them instill.
Thy holy Word was never broken;
We know that Thou this promise wilt fulfill.
The enemies before Thy hand shall fall;
Thou art forever King and Lord of all.
The Watchmen's Call

Call and cry, ye watchmen, boldly;
Call aloud and spare them not!
Jesus wants a faithful witness;
Teachers not confessing Jesus
Have stern judgment as their lot.
Call and cry, ye watchmen, boldly;
Call aloud and spare them not.

Truly stones could not help crying
If the watchmen's call would cease,
And the very rocks about us,
Ev'ry one a crying witness
Could no longer hold their peace.
Truly stones could not help crying
If the watchmen's call would cease!

Therefore rise, all ye, His servants;
For Elijah's spirit pray!
If as Lord ye would address Him,
Faithfully ye must confess Him,
And His holy will obey!
Therefore rise, all ye, His servants;
For Elijah's spirit pray!

Speak the gospel of salvation
Boldly in the wilderness!
In the Saviour's blood there's healing.
Grace and pardon He's revealing
To the sinner in distress.
Speak the gospel of salvation
Boldly in the wilderness!
The Ministers Of The Gospel

Should I restrain the Spirit's course
For fear of man so feeble?
Though Satan's hosts are raging here,
Should I not be more faithful?
Awed by a mortal's frown, shall I
Conceal the Word of God Most High?

Should praise of man be more to me
Than God's most blessed favor?
And though man might reject His word,
The Truth remains forever;
Unchanging, sure, it does impart
A comfort to the poor in heart.

O Lord, behold the frown of them
Who still reject Thy mercy!
Could I attain a blessed end,
If I would now forsake Thee?
And could I live with Thee on high
If Jesus Christ I would deny?

Shall I to please the blinded throng
Withhold Thy word so truthful?
Or thus to soothe the ears of men
Of their reproach be mindful,
To gain earth's gilded joys, or flee
The cross endured, my Lord, by Thee?

What then is he whose scorn I dread,
Whose wrath or hate dismaying?
It is but mortal man I know,
His frown I am not fearing.
He is an heir of death, a slave
To sin, a bubble on the wave!

Yea, let men rage; my God is still
My refuge and my tower.
I shall arise to my reward,
Awakened by His power,
Since in all pain Thy tender love
Will still a consolation prove.

O, may I seek the souls who stray
And save them from destruction,
And through Thy holy love still lead
Them to Thy congregation.
May pray'rs and pleadings penetrate
To warn them of their lost estate.

The mortal man may quite disown
And speak in bold derision
Against my labors and my name;
Yet blest is my condition.
The love of God dispels the fear
And makes my faith in Him more dear.
Our Wish In Parting

We tarry in this blest and tranquil union,
And thus united speak the farewell word.
Ye loved ones, now the parting hour is nearing,
The farewell greeting sounds in one accord.
Our hearts are yet in close communion beating;
In Jesus' name we bid the farewell greeting.

Our souls have been united in sweet union
And many precious hours have gone by.
Our thoughts arose to Christ, our Lord and Saviour,
And He our hearts with love did sanctify.
We sang our songs of praise unto the Father,
For He is worthy of our praise and honor.

O, may the Christian love be ever glowing
Within our hearts; this is our Saviour's will!
Though cross or pain or scorn or death befall us,
May faith and love to Him be constant still.
For He who bore the cross is now in heaven.
To Him we'll rise when once His call is given.

And so, farewell to you, beloved brother,
As now we part and say our fond "farewell!"
Should we again be meeting one another,
Then may we find that in you still doth dwell
The love of Christ, that first and dearest treasure,
That always fills our hearts with grateful pleasure.

But should our course be otherwise directed,
Should we on earth no more each other see,
Should death approach more quickly than expected,
Then may the Lord unite us lovingly
In yonder realm of peace and joy forever,
Where sun and moon need not be shining ever.

Our hands to you in brother-love extending,
Beloved friends, accept our fond farewell;
God speed you on until your journey's ending,
On to His throne where you His praise will tell!
We look beyond to those untroubled regions,
In hope to join the Lamb and all His legions.

Farewell, meanwhile, farewell, for we are leaving.
Let not God's Word despised, neglected be!
E'er faithfully unto your Saviour cleaving,
His Word, your all in all eternally.
Let none be found pervert in his behavior,
But hold ye fast to Christ, our blessed Saviour.

So fare ye well! Our hands are joined in parting.
This may our final farewell greeting be.
O, let us look unto our Lord and Saviour,
Who'll lead us into all eternity!
O, may God's grace, our bond of love completing,
Protect us all; this is our farewell greeting!
The Armor Of God

Put on the armor of the Lord and Saviour.
The enemy with artful guile is nigh.
The hearts of men are oft deceived by Satan;
In God's own strength we ever must rely.
Not only flesh and blood are we subduing,
But evil spirits with their hosts pursuing.

When days of tribulation are appearing,
Call on the Lord; His grace will strengthen thee.
Though pow'rs of darkness round thee here are raging,
God's armor shall your strength and refuge be.
Your loins be girded with God's truth and virtue,
And may the Spirit's light shine brightly o'er you.

The shield of faith be thine in ev'ry conflict,
And from this precious treasure never part.
Though fiery darts around thee here are falling,
The shield of faith shall quench each fiery dart.
The Spirit's sword and helmet of salvation
Shall shield thee in each trial and tribulation.

So pray ye now, and never cease your praying
Unto the Lord, and in your prayer endure;
For, brother, now there can be no delaying!
Well for him who in Jesus stands secure!
Although a thousand arrows fall around you,
Your enemy shall nevermore confound you.

You know the way which Christ has marked so clearly,
The way of self-denial that He trod;
O love Him more and evermore sincerely
Who bore the cross for us, the Son of God!
O hear Him from the seat of mercy pleading
With us, His sheep, who need His tender leading!

I am the Way, the Truth, and Life eternal.
Whoe'er believes in me shall never die.
Accept the Word which God has kindly given,
The Word of Truth with grace to sanctify.
The Word, as balm, for wounded hearts has healing,
And thus in Thee new life and light revealing.
The Faithful Shepherd, Jesus Christ

The Lord, He is my shepherd true,
Who leadeth me securely
On pleasant pastures to and fro
With joys and blessings surely.
He leads me to the fount of life
My soul to comfort and revive.

His Word is bread unto my soul,
My inner man restoring.
Upon life's pilgrim journey here
My heart to Him goes soaring.
He safely leads me with His hand
Through pilgrim's dale to heaven's land.

A mighty fortress is His name,
Where succor never faileth.
In daily conflict here on earth
Where Satan's might assaileth,
I trust in my dear Shepherd's might
And to this stronghold take my flight.

Not merely 'gainst our flesh and blood
This conflict is enacted;
'Gainst Satan's whole infernal brood
Our battle is directed.
Yet I feel neither fear nor fright,
For Jesus is my strength and might.

His staff is ever my support
On pathways lone and dreary;
My consolation is His Word;
And, lest I might grow weary,
A table is prepared for me
In presence of mine enemy.

Lo, He anoints my head with oil
And heals my wounded spirit;
He stays my soul, and after toil
He never fails to cheer it.
He makes my cup to overflow
That I, refreshed, may onward go.

This Shepherd ne'er forsakes His fold
In joy nor yet in sorrow,
But shares to us His love untold
Each day and each tomorrow.
Then let us follow to the end
And with Him enter heaven's land.

Then haste, this faithful Shepherd claim
Whose care is ever present,
Who calls His faithful ones by name
To pastures green and pleasant.
He finds them all where'er they roam;
He leads the way and brings them home!
Dost Thou Love Me?

"Dost thou love Me?" the Saviour said
To Peter, His true servant,
When o'er the fold He gave him charge
And His divine commandment.
The Saviour did him thus remind
That scorn and trials he would find,
E'en death and persecution
Would be the shepherd's portion.

It is no art in peaceful days
Our love to be revealing,
When all is well with life and soul,
When here no wolves are raging.
But when the evil days appear,
When trials, grief and pain draw near,
Will yet our love be fervent,
Abiding as His servant?

The Lord beholds us in our grief,
And asks in true affection,
"Dost thou love Me, my follower,
In sorrow and affliction?
Though grief may press on ev'ry side,
Will yet thy love in Me abide?
Wilt thou in persecution
Still keep thy firm devotion?"

The common answer that we hear,
And oft in deepest sadness,
"Thou knowest, Lord, I hold Thee dear,
Thou art my Joy and Gladness."
And then the Lord doth ask again,
"Wilt thou love Me amid great pain?
Will in the fiery trial
Thy love know no denial?"

"Then, follow Me, and feed My sheep
On pastures green and pleasant,
And o'er them faithful vigil keep,
For wolves are always present;
Preserve and guide them on their way
That leads through death to endless day,
In love for them here living
And for them your life giving."

The faithful shepherds do not flee
When hungry wolves are nearing;
Ah, no, their duty then they see
Unto their sheep adhering.
Their sheep will follow after them
When first they here the Cross of shame
Upon their backs have taken,
And shame leaves them unshaken.

Afflictions here on earth abound
And burdens we must carry.
Through Jesus' death we shall attain
The kingdom of His glory.
Through many conflicts we must go,
And bear our mutual grief and woe,
For trials oft are given,
Whereby our faith is proven.
God's Glory Magnified By His Works

Lord, Thou Creator, glorious is Thy kingdom!
In all the world we sing of Thy great fame.
The hosts of heav'n with all the true and faithful
Eternally shall praise Thy holy name.
Thou art exalted there in heaven's splendor,
And kings and powers shall to Thee surrender.

The might and plan of foes Thou art destroying,
As gracious wonder in Thy cov'nant new,
The mouths of Thine own children now employing,
Thou art preparing Thee a power, too,
Unto Thy honor and unto Thy glory,
Whereby, at length Thy foes must bow before Thee.

O Lord, how wondrous is Thy strength and kindness
Which Thou to mortal man dost yet reveal!
Thy love is shown to us in all its fullness,
For through Thy grace our guilt no more we feel.
True innocence is still Thy adoration,
And children have Thy special invitation.

Thy blood has made atonement for Thy children;
Thy grace and love to them has e'er been shared.
How precious are the words which Thou hast spoken:
"My kingdom for the meek has been prepared!"
The sinful man is called to Thy allegiance,
And as Thy child is led unto obedience.

When I behold Thy strength and mighty power,
Thou, God and Ruler of the hosts of light,
The moon and stars and all Thy works so wondrous
Proclaim Thy glory and Thy sovereign might!
How wonderful, O Lord, is Thy creation!
We worship Thee in holy admiration.

O, what is man that Thou shouldst him remember,
The son of man, that Thou for him shouldst care,
That Thou to him Thy saving grace shouldst render,
Yea, that Thou didst his very nature share?
Thou hast Thyself, Thy precious lifeblood given,
An offering to ransom him for heaven.

Though for a moment Thou hast him forsaken,
With praise and honor Thou dost him receive.
To light and life Thou dost him then awaken;
O, who can this Thy love divine perceive?
Thou grantest righteousness and grace, O Saviour,
And leadest him on heavenly ways forever.

Thou wilt again exalt him in high measure,
When he the battle of the faith has fought;
And once again Thou wilt in him find pleasure,
When Thou hast him unto Thy glory brought.
O Lord, our Ruler, may Thy praise forever
Be sung by choirs of all Thy children ever!
Arise, For The Light Cometh!

One flock and a shepherd dear!
What a glorious visitation
When Thy day will once appear
To restore us full salvation.
Let His light wake thee from sleep;
Jesus will His promise keep!
Jesus will His promise keep.

Watchman, is the day afar?
See the morning light is gleaming;
Light from the bright morning star
Through the darkest clouds is streaming.
Strangers blinded sigh for light;
He shall make His promise right.
He shall make His promise right.

Come Thou, Shepherd, faithful One;
May Thy light dispel the darkness!
From Thee and Thy little fold
Erring lambs have strayed so helpless.
Little flock, now cease to weep;
Jesus will His promise keep.
Jesus will His promise keep.

See the dark clouds pass away
With the morning light's appearance.
Thirsting strangers kneel to pray
By the fount of life in rev'rence,
Till they see the morning light;
Jesus makes His promise right.
Jesus makes His promise right.

See the graves asunder rent
With their dead to life appearing!
Angel of the covenant
Now proclaims His day is nearing!
Jesus calls: "Let there be light!"
Jesus makes His promise right.
Jesus makes His promise right.

O, behold that glorious day!
Jesus Christ, our Sun and treasure,
Giving light and wisdom still,
Peace and joy in fullest measure!
See the light! Awake from sleep!
Jesus will His promise keep!
Jesus will His promise keep!
Jesus Lives!

Jesus lives! I live with Him.
Death no more my soul shall frighten.
Now He lives, and at His call,
From death's sleep I shall awaken;
I am glorified in Thee;
This my confidence shall be.

Jesus lives! O'er all the world
Pow'r supreme to Him is given.
With my Saviour I shall live;
I shall reign with Him in heaven.
Thus in God confiding still;
He His promise will fulfill.

Jesus lives! Do not despair,
He shall show His great compassion
To the sinner who repents;
Perfect shall be his remission.
Thou shalt hear the sinner's plea;
This my confidence shall be.

Jesus lives! And I shall find
Life in Him and full salvation.
Ne'er oppose Him; He shall then
Make your heart His habitation.
Weakness is o'ercome in Thee;
This my confidence shall be.

Jesus lives! No pow'r of night
From the Lord my soul shall sever.
Sorrows may come o'er the way,
Yet I'll cling to Him forever.
Light and faith I find in Thee;
This my confidence shall be.

Jesus lives! Henceforth is death
But the gate to life immortal;
This shall calm my trembling breath,
When I pass its gloomy portal.
Faith shall cry, as fails each sense:
Jesus is my confidence.

Jesus, my Redeemer, lives!
Hence I shall to life awaken.
O what joy this message gives!
How then can my hope be shaken?
For how could our blessed Head
Rise and leave His members dead?

By the bond of hope and love
I am bound unto the Master.
Faith looks up to Him above,
Rests on Him through all disaster.
Even death now cannot keep
From my Shepherd me, His sheep.

Who here suffers, sighs, and yearns,
There will walk in glorious splendor;
Here my flesh to dust returns,
There it will arise in grandeur.
Sown here in mortality;
There it's risen gloriously.

Then rejoice, His children dear,
In His guidance and protection;
Death may come, but do not fear:
There shall be a resurrection
When the final trump shall call,
From the graves awaking all!
Christ The Resurrected

We welcome now our Saviour,
Who lay in calm repose,
For over death He triumphed
And from the grave He rose.

O Lord, Thou hast now conquered
That strong and crafty foe;
This giveth faith and comfort,
For God is with us now!

The peace, which Thou hast brought us,
All fear has put to flight;
The righteous now in chorus
Are singing with delight!

May we with consolation,
Thy trophies with Thee share.
O, that this great salvation,
Extend here ev'rywhere!

Our sins have all been buried
There in the grave with Thee.
Oh, what a blessed comfort;
We fear no enemy!

Lord, for this great salvation
Be Thou forever praised,
That after life's temptations
To heaven we'll be raised.

We shall without despairing
Go with Thee to the grave,
And we Thy face beholding,
May be forever safe.

Extend thy banner o'er us,
And guide us to the goal!
Beyond the grave and darkness
To heaven lead our souls.

What is there now to harm us?
Of death we have no fear;
We have in our Lord Jesus
Found grace and mercy here!
Supplication

Thine is the light!
From Thee true wisdom comes,
Which leads our hearts aright.
Thou art the Fount,
From which all grace does flow
And brings us to Thy light.
Our souls, O Lord, Thou dost enlighten!
Thou art of life the precious fountain.
Thine is the light!

Thine is the strength!
True teachers for Thy fold
Thou dost provide, O Lord!
Thou dost impart
Salvation's strength and pow'r
To him who speaks Thy word.
He plants and waters, light besowing;
Thy blessings thereupon are flowing.
Thine is the strength!

Thy Spirit, Lord,
Renews our fainting souls;
Its help we do implore.
Our hearts oft seem
To sink in deep repose
Till it does zeal restore.
For through the Holy Spirit's guidance
We're wakened unto true obedience
In Thee, our Lord!

Thy blessings flow
Upon the seeds of truth
Which in our hearts remain.
The shifting wind
Destroys the germ of life
And blows away the grain.
If in our hearts Thy seed has fallen,
The blessings for its growth were given
By Thee, our Lord!

The fruit is Thine!
The tender germs of life
Oft perish in distress.
Salvation's fruit is ripened by Thy grace,
And Thou alone canst bless.
If in our youth we learn Thy wisdom
And reap the harvest in the autumn,
Thine is the fruit!

The praise be Thine,
Thou, Lord of righteousness;
Salvation comes from Thee!
In time of grace awaken us with zeal
That we may faithful be!
May we return to Thee rejoicing,
With Thy Redeemed ones ever singing:
Hallelujah!
Head And Members

We praise Thee, Lord, with pow'r to save!
Thou didst arise from death and grave.
Thou hast dispelled the pow'rs of night;
Our life is now revealed in light.

My soul is ever praising Thee!
I am redeemed eternally.
From heaven's throne to earthly strife
Thou didst descend to give us life.

I'm reconciled to God through Thee.
Salvation's strength is crowning me.
With God Thou reignest without end;
Thou art my Saviour and my friend.

From judgment and damnation free,
Believing I do worship Thee!
Thou livest and I'm ever Thine,
And now eternal life is mine.

I shall, when Thou, O Lord of All,
Shall come with pow'r the dead to call,
Arise from death and leave my grave
To dwell with Thee forever safe.

Before Thy throne and in Thy sight,
Forever like the angels bright,
In realms above the saved shall shine.
O what a glory shall be mine!

O dwell within me, Lord, I pray!
I'll strive to live for Thee each day.
O, may my faith in Thee be true;
Unto Thy image me renew!

Since Jesus rose, there's strength and life
To help me through this earthly strife.
O, Saviour, grant that I may be
Thy faithful servant, pure and free!

Be Thou my comfort, light and share,
My life, salvation, here and there.
O, may my soul to Thee ascend,
When here my pilgrimage shall end!

O, thou redeemed, do glorify
The Saviour, who now lives on high!
And there He intercedes for thee;
He lives in all eternity!
Resurrection And Spiritual Life

O Thou who in the grave didst lay,
O sacred be to us this day,
For on this day our Lord arose
In glory from His death repose.

How did Thy humble flocks rejoice
When they saw Thee and heard Thy voice!
O Lord, may we, though on this earth,
Share with them all their peace and mirth!

O, Lord, Thou livest for us now;
Our Lord and Jesus Christ art Thou!
We know that Thou canst hear and see,
When we sing songs of praise to Thee!

And now in Spirit Thou dost call
From heaven to us one and all:
"May peace be with thee, child of mine,
For heaven's kingdom shall be thine."

Lest we forget Thy name we ask
That pleasure be to us our task.
Thou livest for us now and we
Have faith to end our days in Thee.

Thy Spirit's seal, O Lord, we pray
Renew and strengthen in each day!
And through Thy love so pure and kind,
Draw up to heaven heart and mind.

Thy Spirit animate each heart;
God's holy love to us impart.
Give us Thy likeness, pure and fair;
For heaven's kingdom us prepare!

May, Lord, Thy holy love to us
Keep our hearts true and virtuous.
The image of the Father dear,
Make us like Thee, so pure and clear!
Christ, Our Leader

Draw us to Thee, O Lord; may we
Still journey on to heaven.
In one accord
Thro' Christ our Lord
May grace to us be given.

Draw us to Thee, our plea shall be,
Freed from this earth's afflictions.
By Thy great might,
In wondrous light,
We'll strive for full perfection.

Draw us to Thee, our course shall be
Wherever Thou shalt lead us.
Thy light reveal,
That we may feel
Thy mercy in its fullness.

Draw us to Thee, for weak are we;
In Thee we seek protection.
Lord, we are Thine;
Thy hand divine
Can save us from destruction.

Draw us to Thee, and then shall we
Prepare us for Thy kingdom.
Do make us pure;
To live secure,
We'd share in Thy salvation.

Draw us to Thee, and we shall see
The victor's crown of glory,
Which we shall gain,
If we remain
Thy children, pure and lowly.

Draw us to Thee, and then shall we
Ascend to Thee in heaven.
Our praise shall be,
Eternally
To Thee, our Saviour, given!
Joy On The Lord's Day

O how welcome is the Lord's Day,
Joyous Day for all the ransomed!
Day of peace and day of rest,
Consecrated to God's blest.

Hear the words of exhortation
From the Master of creation.
We can feel His love for all.
Heed, obey His tender call.

Ye redeemed, continue praising,
Joyfully your voices raising,
Thanking God for His great love,
Manifested from above.

He, who never has denied us,
But abundantly supplied us,
Took our sins and guilt away
And provides for us each day.

May this be a day of blessing!
In Thee, Lord, we are rejoicing.
He's the sun, whose radiance bright
Fills our hearts with warmth and light.

Lord, may we in fullest measure
Seek to do Thy will with pleasure.
Let us ever live for Thee,
Free from sin and vanity.

Father, through Thy word awaken
Us to faith and true devotion!
Zeal to serve Thee do Thou give;
Show us that Thy Son still lives.

For Thy fervent love we pray Thee!
May we ever striving daily
On the sorrowing bestow
Words of comfort in their woe.

Precious Teacher, leave us never!
We would follow Thee forever
Praying, seeking, trusting Thee,
Till Thy glory we shall see.
Prove Ye Every Spirit

Prove ye, prove ye ev'ry spirit,
As the Master did command it;
Know their works, not words alone,
Men, as trees, by fruits are known.
Are their fruits, their works and teaching
Based on doctrines Christ was preaching?
Do they love and teach the truth?
Will their wisdom God approve?

Thus their righteousness beholding,
All in outward form unfolding,
Inwardly they will appear
Hostile to Thy children here.
He who lives in true obedience
Can discern the voice and presence
Of such strangers which draw near;
May we flee when they appear.

Though the wolves be ever raging,
Thou Thy fold art still defending.
When such spirits do assail,
We, who know Thee, will prevail.
Lord, do Thou dispel confusion,
Erring ones free from delusion.
Saviour, may Thy fold increase,
Grant us comfort, joy and peace!
Baptism And Communion

O God be praised, who reigns above,
For granting us salvation!
We have through Jesus Christ, His Son,
Obtained regeneration.

Our heavy debt He did forgive
And gave us raiments spotless.
His Spirit did our souls revive;
Our hearts were filled with gladness.

He cleansed us from each sinful stain
Through precious blood of Jesus.
He did unite us then with Him,
From Adam's fall redeemed us.

The wedding garment white as snow
He gave us in baptism.
Through righteousness in Him we have
To a new life arisen.

In this pure garment, white and fair,
Of heavenly perfection
He calls us to His supper there;
O, blessed invitation!

Ye children of the Lord, rejoice
In true and holy union,
That ye are called to sup with Him
In such divine communion.

A mansion He has now prepared
For us in heaven's glory,
And with the robe of righteousness
He clothes us pure and holy.

Rejoice, thou holy Church of God,
Christ's advent now is nearing!
For He shall come to call His bride
With angel hosts appearing.

Your wedding robes keep free from stain;
Your soul guard from deception.
Thou wilt enjoy with Jesus there
A glorious reception.

O, blest are they who here receive
The Bridegroom's invitation
And who endure unto the end
All trials and tribulation!

And after all the many griefs
Through which they here are going,
In glory they shall then rejoice
With crowns of beauty glowing.

O, therefore Zion, God's own host,
Hold fast to faith's assurance;
Stay true, and thou shalt then receive
A crown for thy endurance!
The Heart, God's Sanctuary

O Lord of Hosts, how pleasant is
The city where Thy name in glory dwelleth!
When Thou unto the mortal hearts dost turn,
How blest are they in whom Thy Spirit ruleth!
They shall rejoice in all eternity
Who live for Thee.

O, how my soul does long to live
Within the portals of Thy Sanctuary!
O, Lord, my soul rejoices fervently.
To Thee I give all honor, praise, and glory!
I'll worship Thee through all my pilgrim days
With thanks and praise.

My soul has strayed away from Thee,
But now in peaceful rest it is abiding.
To Thee I turned and found a safe retreat,
Just as a swallow to its nest returning.
How sweet to rest, thus kept in ev'ry hour
From Satan's pow'r!

My erring soul, which once was lost,
Within Thy blood and wounds has found redemption.
I humbly fall before Thy mercy seat
And find my solace, rest and full salvation.
With Thee, my God and King, I would abide,
Whate'er betide!

O blessed are all they who dwell
Within Thine house, who praise Thee now and ever.
O blessed is the man, he doeth well,
Whose rest Thou art, whose heart is Thine forever;
For he, who Thee as his sure strength doth know,
May safely go.

In peace, he treads this vale of tears,
Where troubles rise and there is so much sorrow;
There is no need or anguish that he fears;
He trusts in God, thus facing each tomorrow.
Thou crownest him with blessings rich, divine,
For he is Thine.

Lord God of hosts, now hear our prayer;
Our God our Shield, we daily do implore Thee;
For it belongs, O Lord, unto Thy care
To keep the kingdom of Thy Son before Thee;
When Satan threatens, Thou art Sun and Shield,
To Thee we yield.
Song Of Praise For Redemption

O, Thou Holy One, great and merciful,
Praise to Thee I am bringing.
By night and by day, singing and saying,
Praising, Praising the Saviour!
Angels rejoicing, their choirs are praising,
Lauding, Lauding the Saviour!

O, Thou Holy One, great and merciful!
Lord of strength and of wisdom.
Grace, life and vict'ry, in Thee we glory!
Praise ye, Praise ye His goodness!
Seeing His glory, tasting His mercy,
Praise ye, Praise ye His goodness!

O, Thou Holy One, great and merciful!
Faithful Shepherd and Saviour!
Sheep who are erring, with hearts despairing,
Contrite, Contrite and weary;
Such art Thou seeking, the righteous keeping
In Thy, In Thy great mercy.

O, Thou Holy One, great and merciful!
Praising Thy name forever!
Sinners are pardoned. Rest for the burdened
Comes from, Comes from the Saviour.
Joy be in heaven; mercy is given!
Thanks to, Thanks to the Saviour!

Thou Holy One, Thou All-gracious One,
King of heavenly glory!
Sins Thou dost banish; then they all vanish.
Adam's, Adam's sin is past.
Grace Thou revealest; all our wounds healest,
Moses', Moses' law is past.

O, Thou Holy One, Thou All-gracious One!
Thou alone art my Portion!
Thy Spirit's power grants every hour
To us, to us salvation!
Freed by Thee, Saviour, I would not waver,
Yielding, yielding my all to Thee.

O, Thou Holy One, Thou All-gracious One!
Thou dost grant holy seasons!
Our heart rejoices; we lift our voices:
Praise Thee, praise Thee forever!
There we will meet Thee, with all who love Thee,
Praise Thee, praise Thee forever!

O, Thou Holy One, Thou All-gracious One,
Father, Saviour and Counsellor!
There I'll be living where Thou art giving
To Thine, To Thine full glory.
Those who live for Thee, by Thee made worthy,
Shall shine, shall shine in glory!
Exaltation

O Thou Holy One, great and merciful!
Lord of all and Creator!
Thee we are nearing,
Blessings desiring,
Help us, Help us, Jehovah!

O Thou Holy One, great and merciful!
We also are Thy children.
Thy mercy pleading,
In Thee confiding.
Help us, Help us, O Father!

O Thou Holy One, great and merciful!
Jesus, Saviour of mankind!
Friend of the children,
Saviour of sinners.
Help us, Help us, Lord Jesus!

O Thou Holy One, great and merciful!
Spirit of love and wisdom!
Comfort us ever;
Show us the Father;
Reign Thou, Reign Thou, within us!

O Thou Holy One, great and merciful!
Comfort and keep us ever!
Thou, our Consoler,
Helper and Father,
Share us, Share us Thy blessings!
Approach To The Throne Of God

To Thee, Saviour, we draw near,
With our thanks we now appear.
Hear Thou, Lord, our childlike plea;
Grant what we shall ask of Thee.

Mortals in this world can find
Joys that cheer the carnal mind,
And what men shall count as gain,
All such pleasures are in vain.

Precious is Thy kingdom there,
What can now with it compare!
Grace, O Lord, in Thee we find,
Joy and peace for heart and mind.

Jesus, come, we do implore!
Thine we'd be forevermore.
Give us now Thy Spirit's seal;
Thus Thy promises reveal.

Lord, Thy gospel does resound
With its news the world around.
Nations hear the blessed word,
Grace and peace from Christ, The Lord.

Open Thou the hearts of men!
Let Thy kingdom come, and then
Check Thou every cunning might,
Turn to day the darkest night!

In Thine heralds, power inspire,
Patience, wisdom, love's true fire!
Though they here must sow in tears,
Yet the richest fruit is theirs.

Zion, thank Thy Lord anew;
What you pray He'll gladly do,
For His mercy does appear
To us all, both far and near.

Brethren, sing through all the days
Songs of love and hymns of praise.
Jesus Christ our joy shall be
Here and in eternity.
The City Of God

Triumph, O Thou city fair,
Which the Saviour does prepare
For the righteous fold so pure!
They are ever kept secure.

Though the enemies assail,
Fearless shall Thy flock prevail,
For the Lord of glory bright
Gives thee liberty and light.

Doth the nations' wrath increase?
Let them rage, bear thou in peace!
Suffer in a patient mood;
Bleed! for fruitful is thy blood!

All thy foes the Lord pursues,
Till at length He all subdues,
Lays the world beneath His yoke,
Who His vengeance did provoke.

He who will not to Thee turn,
And Thy pard'ning graces spurn,
Shall not see Thy glory bright,
But great woe and endless night.

"Jesus lives!" my song shall be.
He upholds and comforts me.
Though all hell oppose my ways,
God defends me. Him I'll praise!

And Thy fold in one accord
Worships Thee, our King and Lord!
When the storms are raging sore,
Be our refuge evermore!

Music arranged from "Hand In Hand With Jesus."
Composer, L. D. Huffstuttler
Copyright owner, Stamps-Baxter Music & Printing Co.
Used by permission
The Grace Of God

May grace be with us ever,
The grace of Christ, the Lord,
May He, as here we journey, journey,
His grace to us afford.

While on this narrow pathway
For grace we do depend
Upon the Lord and Saviour, Saviour,
Who'll lead us to the end.

For grace we still are trusting
In Christ who can renew
Our hearts when sad and weary, weary;
We know the Lord is true.

Though sorrow be increasing
In faith we look to Thee.
Thou art the blessed Saviour, Saviour;
Thy coming we would see!

Thy grace we need forever,
Without it we would fail.
In patience we shall conquer, conquer,
Through faith we shall prevail.

No loss are we sustaining
What we for Christ deny.
For He in love and mercy, mercy,
His grace shall e'er supply.

O Lord may it be pleasing,
Though oft on Thee we call;
Thy mercy we are pleading, pleading;
Thy grace be with us all!
Abide With Us

Abide with us, Lord Jesus;
Thy grace on us bestow;
And guard that ne'er can harm us,
The evil, crafty foe.

Abide with us, dear Saviour!
For Thee our hearts prepare,
That henceforth and forever
Salvation we may share.

Abide with Thy true brightness,
Thou precious light divine!
And gird us with uprightness,
To truth our hearts incline!

Abide with heav'nly blessings,
O richest Lord of peace!
May grace, each heart possessing,
Abundantly increase!

Thy wings for our protection
Be o'er us, Lord, unfurled!
O, guard us from deception
Of Satan and the world!

Abide with Thy devotion;
Thy children ever bless!
Grant Thy heroic courage,
Help us through all distress!
The Pilgrim's Song

Come children, join in singing
Sweet praises to our Lord,
Who blest us with salvation
Through faith in His good word.

He is the faithful Shepherd,
Our Rock and Refuge true,
Who lovingly doth lead us,
Whose word doth us renew.

His word our souls does nourish;
It is so sweet and pure,
Gives faith and strength in conflict,
All trials to endure.

It shows us our rich treasure
Which God doth now prepare,
Refreshes us with pleasure,
Its comforts we do share.

Our hearts are filled with praises;
Our zeal it does renew,
Removes all fear and doubting,
Gives motives pure and true.

It has great fascination
For us on earth below,
And in all tribulation
Doth heaven's cheer bestow.

And when with troubles burdened,
We'll tell our Friend so dear.
He hears our earnest pleading;
With help He'll soon appear.

He graciously beholds us
And leads us in His way,
And joyfully we'll journey
To heaven day by day.

So let us journey onward
To heaven and the blest,
For after strife and toiling
We'll reach the land of rest.
Our Love Shall Not Diminish

Our love shall not diminish
Nor fade nor wane away;
Bind us till life we finish
And in the grave we lay.

Our love shall not diminish;
It is our Lord's command,
And free us from all blemish,
Before our God to stand.

Though all this world be fleeting,
True love will still abide,
And when our journey's ending,
Lord, lead us to Thy side.

Yea, greater love shall be there
More perfect and complete,
When freed from pain and sorrow,
Our Lord and God we meet.

Earth's trials and temptations
Make true love manifest,
To gain for us salvation
And heaven's joy and rest.

Pure love leads to perfection,
Joy of our soul and guide,
Gives us true satisfaction,
And leads to heaven's light.
Jesus Immanuel

The Lord again has given
His counsel and His will;
He came to live among us,
His promise to fulfill.

We never are forsaken
With Christ our Lord so near.
His faithfulness revealing,
We feel His presence here.

He grasps our hands to lead us
Up to the mansions bright.
His fold He is preparing;
He'll lead our hearts aright.

His wholesome word accepting,
May we His likeness bear.
By works and deeds confessing,
His righteousness we'd share.

May we in silence striving,
In Christ each vict'ry gain,
And with the Spirit's guidance,
Submissive still remain.

So march then boldly onward;
Our Saviour's in the lead!
He, as a faithful shepherd,
Sustains us in our need.

We shall not be regretful
We trod the narrow way.
We know the Lord is faithful,
Whose call we did obey.

We earnestly are striving
For that which brings us peace,
Renouncing sin, abhorring
The world's iniquities.

Protect, O Lord, Thy children,
As we still tarry here,
That we in realms of glory
May then with Thee appear.

Our songs of praise ascending
In heaven's melody,
There in Thy glorious kingdom
We'll ever worship Thee.
Living In Faith

Oh, what is more delightful,
And in what blessed state,
When we our souls and bodies
To God do consecrate?

We live in blessed nearness
To Thee, Lord, day by day,
As if our eyes beheld Thee;
And joy attends our way.

Our lips may be in silence,
Yet prays our hearts to Thee;
Our thoughts are e'er ascending
To heaven constantly.

With mercy and with goodness
Our hearts are oft refreshed,
And when we need His presence
He answers our request.

Around His footstool bowing
As children dear are we,
And when our tears are flowing
Straight to His heart we flee.

And when we do grow weary
He bringeth us to rest;
We in our graves do tarry,
And sleep there with the blest.

There freed from earthly burdens,
With no more pain or ache,
Till in the glorious morning
He calls: "Awake! Awake!"

What further shall transpire
May unto us but seem,
While we are rising higher,
As if but in a dream.

With angels upward soaring
Into the realms of light,
Our Saviour there beholding,
We'll share His glory bright.

There with the angels singing,
In heaven we shall roam,
With gratitude proclaiming:
We've reached the soul's bright home.
Entreaty For God's Blessings

Spirit of true love and strength,
Spirit of great splendor,
Do Thou now and evermore
To us blessings render.
Sinners, Lord, unworthy are,
Of Thy great compassion.
He who seeks Thee earnestly
Shall obtain remission.

Now, O Lord, our hearts inflame,
Grant us all Thy blessing!
And Thy presence here proclaim,
Us in love embracing!
Speech and silence, pray'er and plea,
E'en the soul's reflection,
We submit, O Lord, to Thee
And Thy wise direction!

Holy Lamb, Thy precious blood
Brings to all salvation;
In this pure and cleansing flood
Have we found redemption.
When Thy flock was gathered there
In true supplication,
In Thy strength Thou didst appear
To Thy congregation.
Praise And Consecration

Forever be praised,
God's spirit of grace,
That from Thee I learn
How friendly my Saviour
To sinners doth turn.

If only my thought
Entirely were fraught,
With soul and with voice
To cause, O, my Saviour,
Thy heart to rejoice!

The hours are gone
And gain there is none,
If they were not spent
In trusting in Jesus,
Who to us was sent.

My spirit this day
Will faithfully say;
Reign Thou in my heart;
Thy counsel and wisdom
From me not depart!

O blessed are they
In holy array,
Who with eager mind
Salvation in Jesus
Did seek and did find!
Obedience To The Word

Thy word, O Lord, forever is
The mirror where we see
Our faults and duties as they are,
Our likeness unto Thee.

Can we our imperfections see
Without a humble sigh?
Should we neglect God's precious word,
And lightly pass it by?

His word obey and warning take;
His wisdom will prevail.
For if we know, and heed it not,
It is of no avail.

Salvation through our faith is found;
No works of law we need.
Though baptized, yet our hope is vain
If we His word don't heed.

The wrath of God lies on the world,
On whom its ways pursue,
Yet grace enough is found in God
To live in Him anew.
Farewell Song

We'll now depart, ye faithful friends;
And from this place we'll go;
The Lord, in whom our spirits blend,
Will lead us on the road.

The Lord our welfare always seeks;
He grants His word and grace;
He comforts him who sighs and weeps,
Consoles at ev'ry place.

Let's now depart in tranquil joy,
And to God's word hold fast.
Should Satan come us to annoy,
Our pray'rs will drive him back.

Oh, watch ye faithful brothers mine,
While in this pilgrim's dale;
The mighty Word of God divine,
Your compass, will not fail.

Ye sisters all, stay on the way
In service for the Lord,
In watchful striving, fervent prayer,
You'll find a rich reward.

May we be cheerful now and blest,
And sojourn side by side;
Our path leads to eternal rest,
To heaven's paradise.
Receptive Hearers

Faithful Saviour, we draw near
To Thee in devotion.
Fill our hearts and minds we pray,
With Thy inspiration.
Let Thy word, the light divine,
In our hearts now brightly shine
And Thy fold enlighten.

Saviour, come with us abide;
Lord, for Thee we're longing!
As our teacher now preside;
Still our ardent yearning!
May Thy word of truth so great
Many souls regenerate,
Life to all be sharing!

Teach us, Lord, that we may be
Filled with Thy true meekness.
We would humbly follow Thee,
Striving for Thy likeness.
Fill our hearts with this desire;
May we godliness acquire,
Like Thee, pure and righteous.

Show us how Thy word renews,
Giving us direction;
How its truth and healing strength
Leads to full perfection!
O, let Thy almighty word
Make us perfect in Thee, Lord,
through its meditation!

Blessed joy to trust in Thee,
Lord of all creation!
For in Thee we build our faith,
Thou, our firm foundation.
Lord, in faith we look to Thee,
'Til the blest eternity
Leads to full salvation.
Our Happy Lot

Our lot is found in pleasant places;
A goodly heritage is ours,
To Him whence come all gifts and graces
Let us give praise with all our pow'rs.
He chooses us of His free grace
And makes us His peculiar race.

He undertook our soul's salvation;
Our sad condition moved Him so!
And came to us from pure compassion
To raise us from our depths of woe.
O, wonderful, surpassing love,
Which brought Him to us from above!

He saw in us no form of beauty,
No virtue, nor intrinsic worth.
Not one there was that did his duty,
For all were sinners from their birth;
Nor was there one in such distress
Who could our misery redress.

Then, moved at heart with deep compassion,
The Lord stretched out His arm to save;
And His own life for our salvation,
And therewith all things, freely gave;
Adoption, sonship, and with this
A whole eternity of bliss.

O, Lord, of goodness so amazing,
Not one is worthy, no not one.
We stand in shame and wonder gazing
At wondrous things which Thou hast done.
Thy crowning grace and precious blood
Have reconciled us with our God.

We feel quite certain of obtaining
Nothing but goodness from Thy hand,
And wend our way without complaining
Through dreary mist and barren land,
With heav'n in view, where we shall be
Joined through eternity to Thee.

Our lot is found in pleasant places;
A goodly heritage is ours;
And gladly would we share the graces,
Which God's great goodness richly show'rs.
Yea, we commend them unto all
Who would obey the gracious call.

It grieves us sore when men refuse them
And treat God's blessings with disdain;
Or by neglect forever lose them
And make the grace of God in vain.
All ye who thirst come here and buy,
And Christ will all your wants supply.
How Shall It Be?

m How shall it be when we at last returning
From weary wand'rings and from toil and strife,
Shall reach the home for which our heart is yearning
And enter into everlasting life?
When from our feet the dust of earth has vanished,
The last sweat from our brow is wiped away,
Our eyes behold what oft earth's care has banished
And gave to us new courage on our way.

How shall it be when tremblingly we listen
To angel bands who greet us with their song,
With harps of gold which in their radiance glisten,
They praise the Lamb, which saved the bloodwashed throng?
When far and near the holy place resoundeth
With "Hallelujahs" which the ransomed sing,
The holy incense of their prayer aboundeth,
Rolls upward to the throne of God, the King.

How shall it be when now the soul, unfettered,
Goes soaring upward in unhindered flight,
Drawn on by love to Him whose light has scattered
The darkness which hid heaven from our sight?
When from the eye of faith the veil of dullness,
As mist before the morning sun doth fall,
And we the Son of God in all His fullness
Behold upon His throne, the Lord of All?

How shall it be when we shall hear Him calling:
"Come now, ye blessed of My Father's grace!"
And worshipping, upon His footstool falling,
We look into that kind and smiling face?
The eyes which shed those bitter tears, well knowing
Man's wretchedness and hardness of his heart;
The wounds, with that pure, precious blood o'erflowing
Which saved us from death's dread and poisoned dart!

How shall it be, when we in close relation
With holy saints the streets of heaven tread;
Where trees of life, fresh as in first creation,
By waters from the stream of life are fed?
Where fountains of eternal youth shall flourish,
The hand of time no more shall work decay,
No eyes shall close in death, no more souls perish;
Pain, sorrow and distress have passed away!

How shall it be? Oh, what this mortal vision
Can neither see, nor hear, nor understand,
Of happiness and glory shall be given
To those who pass into that promised land!
Then onward, brethren! Let us hasten thither,
'Tis worth the hardship and the pain we bear
To climb this path, for there shall never wither
The blest inheritance which we shall share!
Yearning For Home

Come, come, sweet rest,
Which leads to God
And brings us to our blessed Saviour.
In that blest place,
Where face to face,
The ransomed host sings to God's praise and favor.

Hence vanity,
E'en world and time!
My heart longs for its home in heaven.
Here tears oppress,
But all distress
Shall change to joy when His reward is given.

Thou city pure
With walls secure,
With precious jewels brightly beaming;
Celestial lights
Are shining bright;
The light from God and the blest Lamb is streaming.

And holiness,
That pure white dress,
Is there Thy host with grace adorning.
Our thanks and praise
To God we'll raise,
With joyful songs of gratitude resounding.

Come, come, sweet rest,
Us from distress,
From cross and sorrow to deliver.
Eternity
where we shall be
Unnited with eternal joys forever.
God Is Still With Me

Noah's ark long drifted
On the surging flood,
But with eyes uplifted,
Trusted he in God.
When throughout life's journey
Raging storms I see,
This shall be my comfort:
God is still with me.

Moses, brave and dauntless,
Crossed the sea to land,
Leading with him fearless
Hosts of covenant;
Thus resigned I'll travel
Through the desert sea,
Trust my soul to Jesus;
God is still with me.

Jonah's hour of trial
Led through night and fear;
Yet God showed with power
That His help was near.
Thus in all distresses
When by fear I'm tried,
Hope my heart possesses:
God is at my side!

Daniel's den of lions
Teaches true and sure,
When on God depending,
We can feel secure.
So in all distresses
I can pray to Thee;
Faith my heart possesses;
God is still with me.

Three men in the furnace
Praised their God on high,
Stood their foes confounded,
Silenced scorn and lie.
In reproach and censure
I rest calm and free
On this blessed promise:
God is still with me.

Jesus' death arena
And His cross and grave
Teach me wait serenely
God's will sure and safe;
My support and pillar
And my gain is He,
My strong fort in terror;
God is still with me.

He broke Peter's fetters,
Opened doors for Paul;
He will those deliver
Who trust Him in all.
So I'll wander gladly,
Till my home I see,
And in Zion's mansion,
God is still with me.
Our Blessed Portion

Is there any pleasure
In life here on earth?
In what lot and measure
Have we peace and mirth?
Here where sin prevaileth,
Fear, distress and need,
For naught here availeth;
Death we all must meet.

Moved to weep with sadness,
Were no Saviour here;
Joy has come in fullness,
Since Christ did appear.
He who comes confessing:
"My Lord and my God!"
And with joy expressing,
Blessed is his lot.

Tears of joy I bring Thee,
Jesus, Man of pain,
That Thou, Lord, didst call me,
To Thy flock ordain.
With Thy love's persuasions
Thou my heart didst win,
Guided me with patience,
Have Thee still within.

I have happy hours;
With Thee I am blest!
Finding in Thee power,
When I am distressed.
I was all unworthy
And a wayward child;
Now I have found mercy
In Thy love so mild.

Is this not a pleasure,
Christian, here to be?
Seek ye all this treasure,
Jesus offers free!
If man knew the blessing,
We enjoy in Thee,
Far more would be willing
Now to follow Thee.

But with all their pleasure,
Christians have their grief;
Still in every failure,
They shall find relief.
From His home in heaven,
God looks down on them,
When His grace is given,
They press on again.

Then He shall come gently,
Lead us by His hand
From our weary journey
To the Father-land.
There when strife is over,
Praise to God we'll bring,
With the righteous chorus
"Hallelujah" sing!
Cast Thy Burden On The Lord

Why wilt thou thus for the morrow,
O, my heart, For thy part
as a heathen sorrow,
Wherefore is thy daily weeping,
When God will, Loving still,
Take thee in His keeping.

God thy life to thee has granted;
This is plain; So remain
Now to Him devoted;
In the future He will render
To thee all; None will fall
Who to Him surrender.

Wilt thou food have for the morrow?
God indeed Fills all need;
Care thou needst not borrow.
Thou on this canst be relying;
Daily bread Your own God
Richly is supplying.

Life is more than earthly living,
God shall be, We shall see,
All that's needful giving,
As on Him we are relying;
Ev'ry need, As we plead,
He will be supplying.

Take no thought here for thy clothing;
Christ declares: "Have no cares;
Thou shalt lack in nothing!
See the lily in its glory,
Standing there Slender, fair;
Thus God careth for thee!"

He who righteousness is seeking
And who still God's own will
Over all is keeping,
Will receive as he requires
Drink and food, Ev'ry good,
As his heart desires.

Should my faith by God be tested,
All that's dear To me here
From my hand be wrested,
All these things will work together
For my gain, Even pain
Given by my Father.

He is able to be giving
All again; Doth ordain
His Word for our living.
Lo, how many souls, believing,
Now live so, Without woe,
Without care and grieving!

Cares commit they to their Saviour,
To His will Bowing still,
To His guidance ever;
What God wills is their true pleasure;
He, their Lord, And His Word,
Their abiding treasure.

From them God is naught withholding;
He gives bread In their need,
All their cries beholding.
He with comfort oft is nearest
Quickly hears And appears
When the need is greatest.

All to Thee, as truly fitting --
Burdened heart, Care and smart --
Lord, I am committing!
Therefore, Lord, do Thou care for me!
I to Thee Bend the knee;
Silent, I adore Thee.

I will thank Thee for Thy favor
Evermore, And therefore
Never, never waver.
To thy name be thanks and praises;
Take my part; Heal my heart,
Amen, yea, Lord Jesus!
Why Art Thou Grieved?

Why should sorrow ever ever grieve me?
Christ is near. Who can here
E'er of Him deprive me?
Who can rob me of my treasure,
Which God's Son For me won,
Suff'ring in full measure?

Weak was I and emptyhanded
When on earth At my birth
My first breath was granted;
Helpless, too, when death o'ertakes me,
Shall I go From life's woe,
When my breath forsakes me.

My possessions and my living
Are not mine; God divine
All to me is giving.
What He gave will I restore Him;
Though bereft Of each gift,
Still shall I adore Him.

What are all these earthly treasures
But a hand Full of sand
And but fleeting pleasures.
Yonder are the real possessions;
Christ prepares, And He shares
Them without cessation.

Lord, Thou Fount of all true pleasure!
I am Thine; Thou art mine.
E'er will I Thee treasure.
I am Thine, for Thou hast bought me;
Lost I stood, But Thy blood
Free salvation brought me.

Thou art mine; I love and own Thee.
Light of Joy, e'er shall I
In my heart enthrone Thee.
Saviour, let me soon behold Thee
Face to face. May Thy grace
Evermore enfold me!
The Children's Prayer

Bow Thine ear, Gentle Jesus; bow Thine ear
Graciously to hear my lisping,
May, O may to Thee be pleasing
What Thy child would ask and pray;
Hear, oh, hear my pray'r today.

Bless me now, Loving Jesus; bless me now!
Do anoint me with Thy pardon;
On life's pathway be my guardian;
More and more, oh, let me be
Joy and honor, Lord, to Thee.

Love Thou me, Heart so loving; love Thou me!
Grant that with sweet inclination
I love Thee without cessation
And childlike and gentle be;
Thereto give Thou strength to me.

Hold Thou me, Mighty Jesus; hold Thou me;
Thou canst see my imperfections,
All my weakness and defections
With Thy arm, both strong and mild;
Hold Thou me, Thy feeble child.

Comfort me, my Consoler; comfort me!
When at Thy feet I am bowing,
Silently my tears are flowing,
And my troubled heart in me
Thirsting longs for grace from Thee.

Heal Thou me In my illness; heal Thou me!
When in times of sore affliction
Send Thy love and pure affection
To my poor and wounded heart;
Heal Thou ev'ry painful smart.

Carry me, Faithful Shepherd; carry me,
As Thy lamb in Thy compassion,
In Thy Arms with Shepherd fashion.
In faith I on Thee rely:
Bear me to Thy home on high.
The Lord Is My Shepherd

Jehovah is the shepherd true,
Who gives me full salvation.
This Watchman never sleeps or fails,
His goodness is my portion.
To verdant pastures does He lead.
My soul on dews of life shall feed,
The spirit's grace abounding.

Beside the fountain flowing pure,
My soul is ever joyful.
When courage fails, I go to drink
Its waters clear and peaceful.
In righteous paths He leadeth me;
His guiding hand and care I see;
He leads me for His name's sake.

Though wand'ring through this gloomy vale,
No evil am I fearing.
Thy eyes behold my journey here;
Thy grace Thou still art sharing.
Thy rod and staff's consoling pow'r,
Thy faithfulness and strength each hour
Shall lead me safely onward.

Thy table is prepared for me,
Though enemies surrounding.
Thou canst dispel my fear and woe
With words of cheer abounding.
My head with oil Thou dost anoint.
The cup o'erflows. Thou dost appoint
My longing soul to heaven.

Thy goodness and Thy mercy shall
Abide with me forever.
Within my Lord's abode I'll dwell,
Till death this life shall sever.
And when my pilgrimage is o'er,
On wings of fervent love I'll soar
Up to the Father's mansion.
Awake!

Awake, my heart, and honor
With praise and thanks and might
Thy God and Thy Creator,
And sentinel at night!
The morning sun with splendor
Proclaims its Maker's fame;
Anthems of praise do render,
All ye who bear His name.

To all parts under heaven
Thy truth and faith extend;
We see each morn and even
Thy grace of covenant.
Let us this day consider,
Oh, Lord, Thy kindliness;
Our heart and soul together
Inspire with thankfulness.

My heartfelt thanks I bring Thee;
Salvation I have found.
As Thou hast suffered for me,
In love to Thee I'm bound.
And what Thou, Lord, hast given
I consecrate to Thee.
O, lead us, Lord, to heaven,
Where we Thy glory see!
Parting Hymn

Why should ye all be weeping
And break my very heart?
We're in the Saviour's keeping
And shall not therefore part.
No us time nor place can sever
The bonds which us have bound;
In Christ abide forever,
Who once in Him were found.

As though to part forever
We press each other's hands;
And yet no pow'r can sever
Our love's eternal bands.
We look quite brokenhearted
And sob our last farewell,
And yet cannot be parted,
For we in Jesus dwell.

We say: "I here, you yonder;
You go and I remain,"
And yet are not asunder,
But links of one great chain.
In tones of deep affection,
"Our ways part here," we say,
Yet go in one direction
And in the selfsame way.

Then let us cease from weeping
And moderate our woe,
For we are in Christ's keeping
With whom we always go.
Thus under His protection
We're led by His sure hand,
And in the same direction
To the same Fatherland.

Then not to parting's sorrows
We dedicate this hour,
But to renew our union
With Christ, our rock and tow'r.
If faith in Him unite us,
Though parting gives us pain,
It cannot disunite us
For we in Him remain.
Willingly Endure

O, willingly endure!
For God's Word doth assure
That thou shouldst suffer still,
According to His will.

To suffer as God wills
Our life's design fulfills;
It leads to God's domain,
Christ's likeness to attain.

To suffer makes us pure,
Each trial we endure
Does good to us impart,
Makes us childlike at heart.

To be childlike and pure,
O, that alone is sure
To please your Lord and God,
O, may this be your lot!

Then as a child draw nigh;
He hears your every sigh;
You shall not leave His face
Without His blessed grace.
As Pants The Hart

As a hart for water panteth
So my soul cries, Lord, to Thee!
Lord, that which can bring me comfort
Can I find alone in Thee.
In Thee is the living water;
Thirsty cries to Thee I utter;
O, when shall I by Thy grace
See Thee, Saviour, face to face?

Oh, my soul is waiting, longing,
To be closely joined to Thee;
From my eyes the tears are flowing;
Weary is my soul in me.
Day and night, without relenting,
Satan is my soul tormenting,
As he says with bitter scorn:
"See, the Lord does from Thee turn!"

Ah, how anxious and how fearful,
Is this heart of mine again!
"O, my God," I cry out, tearful,
"How long must I bear this pain?
Come and take me, Lord, and guide me
From the darkness where I hide me,
From the depths of inner night
To the glories of Thy light!"

Oh, I'd love to journey hither
To Thy house with thanks and praise,
And with all Thy children thither
Joyful voices to Thee raise,
When their knees to Thee they're bowing,
And with thanks their hearts o'erflowing,
When Thy blessing, pow'r and light
Fills their hearts with sheer delight.

Yet in sorrow I find comfort;
In the dark, I trust my God;
For my good He but intendeth,
Gratefully His help I'll laud.
When o'er me the floods are passing
And the roaring waves are lashing,
This I know: The Lord is light,
He will help me by His might.

Grace and goodness He has promised;
He's a true and mighty Lord.
Nothing then shall ever part us;
He will keep us by His word.
Though I must endure affliction,
Yet I feel my Lord's affection;
He is here my strength in life,
And helps me in ev'ry strife.
The Ruler Of Zion

Oh, I rejoice to praise Thee singing,
Thou mighty ruler of Zion,
Thee, Holy One, all honor bringing
To Thee, the Father's only Son!
Thy lips are brimming with compassion,
With love and favor and with grace;
Shines, Lord of All, in love's sweet passion,
Thy gentle, kind and loving face.

Gird up Thy loins with sword and banner
Thy strong and mighty word, O Lord!
March out to capture ev'ry manner
Of spoil, with Thy great strength and sword!
With greatness, majesty and honor
Thy truth is brought into the light;
To those oppressed, Thou sendest freedom,
Destroyest Satan's yoke with might.

Strong is Thy right hand; Who'll deny it?
And wonderful Thou'rt proved to be.
The arrows from Thy bow are pointed;
Thou'lt surely strike the enemy.
Yea, to their knees we'll see them sinking,
When Thy great mighty voice is heard;
And when they see Thy great sword gleaming
'Twill put to flight all Satan's horde.

Thy throne, O God, will stand forever.
Thy kingdom's full of righteousness;
Thy sceptre be exalted ever;
Thou hatest all ungodliness.
Anointed art Thou without measure
More than all Thy associates;
Eternal kingdom is Thy treasure,
With peace and blessings numberless.

Thy garments that are very precious
Send forth a perfume, pure and rare,
When Thou dost come from out Thy palace
In kingly robes beyond compare!
O Lord, so awesome is the glory
Of heavenly light and majesty;
O Victor great, with praise and honor
Wilt Thou be crowned eternally!

Arrayed in garments of Thy splendor
Kings' daughters now before Thee stand;
The Bride, in raiment bright with grandeur,
Is standing at Thine own right hand.
Beloved Daughter, His voice heeding,
Now thy devoted Lord adore;
Forget Thy people and their pleading,
Thy father's house forevermore!

The Bride appears with grace adorned,
With her great King's most glorious dress.
Her garments are in gold embroidered,
With everlasting righteousness.
Then, in the raiment He made precious
With His own blood on Calvary,
He leadeth her into His palace,
To dwell with Him eternally.

In place of fathers, Thou hast children
Distributed o'er all the world,
Placed here as rulers; and to conquer
They follow Thee with flags unfurled.
We think of Thee with joy and pleasure
And nations bring their thanks to Thee.
And in the coming age of ages,
Resounds our praise eternally.
Self-Sacrifice

Let your whole life be an off'ring
To God and to Christ the Lord.
None who here to Him surrender
Will regret it, for His Word
Gives us peace, And release,
Sweet rest after battles cease.

He who soweth will be gath'ring;
O, my loved ones, this is true.
If but many this were learning
What the Lord for us would do.
If we thus, Without loss
Sow as He does ask of us.

As the stars in yonder heaven
Give light to this earthly sphere,
Thus also who in this tumult
Sows good seed to God's praise here,
Clothed divine, He shall shine,
As the stars do all the time.

'Tis important to be striving
For this goal, O, child of God,
And to realize the calling
Wherefore we live on this sod,
Not that we, Gath'ring be
Riches here that only flee.

No, to work our own salvation,
For this reason we are here;
Not to study wicked fashion,
But to shun all evil here.
For this old world and gold
Will once vanish, we are told.

Oh, if we are ever ready
To serve Jesus day by day,
Sacrifice our soul and body,
Bear each burden by the way,
We shall fear, Nothing here,
For the Lord is always near.

Oh, my brethren, then surrender
To your Saviour, give your all;
Dearly love His every member,
Keep a childlike heart withal.
Love in peace; never cease;
This your Lord will greatly please.

Love should grow anew each morning,
Love itself in works should show,
Should each member be adorning,
Christ in us where'er we go!
Then, well so! Love's pure glow
Gives to faith the power to do.

Brethren, O, what bliss we're sharing
When true love inspires our lives;
With the weak one gladly bearing,
Love here for perfection strives;
Fervently Glad we'll be
Now and in eternity.

Where the true love is forsaken,
There is death and emptiness;
There forgotten is the Saviour;
Life is then filled with distress.
Then we stray, From the way,
Stumbling on from day to day.

Let us then be up and doing;
Satan would our work undo,
And, the glow of love subduing,
Quench our joy in Jesus too,
That we may Not each day
Live to honor God alway.

They who love the Saviour dearly,
And not for vain pleasures seek,
Glad for that which He provideth;
Will be happy, blest and meek.
And their peace Ne'er shall cease;
Heaven will their joy increase.
The Believing Family

I, and my house, we are prepared,
As long as to us life is shared
To serve Thee, Lord, sincerely.
Thou shalt be Master of the house,
Who with His blessing us endows
And may we love Thee dearly
Bless all,
Though small
As Thy lowly,
Pure and holy
Congregation
To Thy great name's adoration.

May Thy good Spirit further, Lord,
Work in us through Thy mighty Word,
And guide our souls forever!
O may it shine forth clear and bright,
That in our house the one true Light
May there be lacking never!
Lord, now
Bestow
Food from heaven,
Morn and even,
While we're living
And ourselves to Thee are giving.

Give to our house the peace within,
And to all who abide therein,
In love bind us together.
That we may be prepared alway
To bear and to endure, we pray
In humbleness forever.
Each soul
Fulfill
Love's sweet measure
With great pleasure,
Thereby showing
Pleasing fruits from tearful sowing.

O, let our house be built on stone,
Upon Thy holy truth alone,
That we may never waver,
And even when the days are dark
May we Thy holy footsteps mark
And follow Thee, O Saviour!
In Thee
Have we,
E'en in sadness
Lasting gladness
In rich measure,
For Thou givest heav'nly pleasure.

And finally 'bove all we pray
That in this house no spirit stay
But only Thine own Spirit;
Our conduct here to regulate,
And perfect order to instate,
In holy, Godlike manner.
Amen!
Amen!
Come draw near us,
Sun of clearness,
Truthful witness,
Shine in heart and soul with clearness.
Look Upon Jesus

O, how joyful are Thy members,
Sorely tempted Man of care,
That upon this earth Thou camest
And for us the cross didst bear!
All infirmities didst carry,
Also ev'ry sinner's woe;
And for ev'ry earthly dweller
Into bitter death didst go!

Reign then in Thy kindly graces
Over Thy disciple band;
Pour upon our pilgrim's pathway
Blessings from Thy loving hand!
By Thy Spirit's gentle wooing,
Start in us without delay
Holiness of life and longing
For the straight and narrow way!

When the cares of life are pressing
Let us in Thee find relief;
And on us Thy peace dispensing
Drive away the deepest grief.
When temptations here assail us,
Let us look up to the cross;
If in strife fear would oe'rtake us,
Be protection over us!

Lord, for us the roots uncover
Of disguised or gilded sin;
May we then Thy cross discover
Where our vict'ry Thou didst win.
Help us to be faithful ever;
Hold us fast, for we are Thine,
Till at last we shall forever
Share Thy peace and joy divine!

Oh, how willingly we'll praise Thee,
Gentle Shepherd, when Thou then
Yonder in that glorious city
Thy whole flock wilt gather in!
Come then soon, O Lord, we pray Thee;
Gather us before Thy throne.
O, how joyfully we'll praise Thee,
Crowned in triumph, God's own Son!
Baptism In Christ

Streams that from Thy wounds are flowing
Bless for us this water bath;
With the Word in union growing
With the pow'r that Jesus hath.
He charged men to teach all nations,
Bring to faith all His creations.
He who suffered for us all,
Saves the lost ones from their fall.
"Baptize them," is His direction,
"In the Father's name and action
In the Son's sad death full measure,
In the Spirit's pow'r and pleasure!"

As in the great flood the water
Carried Noah's ark to life,
So and thousand times yet better,
Flows here full salvation rife;
Takes away all sin and doubting,
And relieves from death and Satan,
Gives us joy, trustworthiness,
And the draught of blessedness.
Oh, that we would trust Him better,
Trust the Word of Grace forever;
Saved is ev'ry true believer,
Judged the doubter and deceiver.

Eyes of faith the spring are seeing
That from Word to water flows,
How the Christ, from sins us freeing,
Shed His blood for all our woes.
Grace and strength are neverending;
Thus, this great salvation sending,
Richly for this Flood, our Lord
His good Spirit hath outpoured!
Sinners freed He calls us ever
Newborn children and forever
Heirs of life that knows no sadness;
On this faith I'll die with gladness.

But old Adam's sinful members
Must be buried in the flood,
And a new man rise, remember,
Pure and holy in His stead.
The first dies in true repentance;
This one lives by faith's acceptance.
Sinful service, sinful lust
Are to me forever lost.
If I with the Lord am buried,
Must in me His life be carried,
And to God's glorification
Prove myself a new creation.
The Covenant Of Grace

My Lord, an off'ring do I bring;
My heart I give to Thee.
I gladly give this heart of mine,
Which Thou dost Thou dost ask of me.

Thou sayest, "Child, give me your heart!"
O what a sweet request!
It shows the way that we must take
To life and life and peace and rest.

O now, my Saviour, do Thou take
My heart and make it Thine;
I'll follow Thee, a servant true,
Within Thy in Thy fold divine.

Enclothed in all Thy righteousness
And innocence I'd be,
That I might stand before my God,
From sin made sin made pure and free.

O, God, unite my heart with Thee
And with Thy Spirit bright;
And for the sake of Thine own Son
Inflame my heart with light!

Now grant Thy godly light to me;
Thy holy love instill!
May envy, hate, and darkness flee;
My heart with courage fill!

O, give my faith its steadfastness
In Christ, God's Son, alway,
That fearless I His name confess,
Whatever foes may say!

Grant that in hope I firm may be,
Humbly and patiently,
That when all hath forsaken me
Thy grace my comfort be.

Lord, let my heart Thy temple be
The while I sojourn here,
And then, through all eternity,
Make it Thy dwelling there.

I give my heart alone to Thee;
Use it for Thy design!
This vain world's I would never be,
Dear Lord, but wholly Thine.

Depart vain world, with all your sin!
From bondage I am free.
A humble off'ring do I bring;
My heart I give to Thee!
The Image Of Christ

O, Saviour, might I thus as Thee,
Likeminded, pure, and humble be!
With Thee, O Lord, I'll walk aright,
A child and servant in Thy light!

My duty in Thy life I see;
My light and mirror shalt Thou be.
Our likeness, Lord, is far from Thine.
Thy form and image is divine!

How firm in God didst Thou confide,
That He with Thee would e'er abide.
Do share Thy grace that I might be
In bonds of faith thus bound to Thee!

Alone out on the mountain's height,
When round Thee drew the shades of night,
Thy pray'rs arose to God alone
Such zeal my heart does wish to own!

Thy helping hand and loving heart
To sick and lost didst Thou impart,
And constantly for all didst care;
Thy virtues, Lord, to me do share!

Rebuke of man didst Thou endure,
Thus as a lamb so meek and pure;
But Thou couldst glorify the name
Of God with earnest zeal and fame.

Thy fearless zeal wilt Thou impart;
With courage do inflame my heart!
Discreetly let me walk with Thee;
Let all my motives holy be.

Thy servants who have gone before
With Thee their cross and sorrows bore.
On Zion's mount the ransomed band
Rejoicing by the throne they stand.

O, Saviour, help, and lead the way
To heaven's gates, this child, I pray.
When sorrows no more burden me,
I'll praise Thee in eternity!
Children's Praise

O, let us exalt our dear Lord and proclaim,
In songs of true gratitude, praise to His name!
As songs of the angels in sweetest accord,
Our thanks and our praises shall rise to the Lord.

His love shone upon us before we believed,
And when we were burdened, His loving heart grieved.
Our parents He gives who provide in each day,
And teachers to show us the heavenly way.

In schools of the righteous we ever can find
The heavenly wisdom, the purified mind.
He calls to His children: Come hither, you blest;
Give heed to my words, I will bring you to rest.

We'll learn and we'll labor in cheerful accord,
And do what we can in the strength of the Lord.
O blessed is he, when the summer is gone,
Who harvests the fruit from good seed he has sown!
Morning Hymn

O, how lovely is the morning,
When it is begun with God;
Joy and thanks our hearts adorning,
As behooves a child of God,
Waking after night so fair
In the Maker's gentle care,
Rising without grief or sorrow
To a new and joyful morrow.

Let our eyes be raised to heaven
Where the sun is shining bright,
And on hill and dale and meadow
Is dispensing life and light;
But far more than sun in space
Beams the Saviour's kindly face;
Truth and kindness, peaceful nearness
Shine out in eternal clearness.

Even as the springtime flowers
Grow beneath the sun's warm rays,
So the Lord by His own powers
Makes us garlands for His praise;
He invites most lovingly;
Little children, come to Me!
All should truly know Him ever,
Call Him Brother, Lord, and Saviour!

This day also He will guide us,
In our work His help provide,
And on wisdom's ways He'll lead us,
Standing ever by our side,
That on this whole blessed day
No mishap can come our way;
And that under His rich blessing
Night will find us sweetly resting.

Through His grace made sweet and easy,
We'll His teachings understand,
When He on the path of duty
Gently leads us by the hand.
O, how blest the child that may
In His grace begin the day,
Whose desire and wish is wholly
By His love to be made holy.

Come then, Lord of life eternal,
Step into our midst, we pray;
Help that we may not be merely
Hearers of Thy Word today.
To our teacher, O, be near;
Bless the children gathered here;
May we thrive in fullest measure,
And Thy heart in us find pleasure!
Jesus, The Friend Of Children

God, my life's Creator,
Grant me grace and favor
Not to live in vain.
Lord, thy love so holy,
And Thy Spirit lowly
In my heart shall reign.
Thy likeness Let me possess;
With Thy care and Thy direction,
Bring it to perfection!

On those heights up yonder,
Hosts shall stand asunder
In bright radiance;
Those, who in life's morning,
Sinful pleasures scorning,
Went to Thee from hence.
Therefore they Shall ever stay
With the saints whose song increases
In Thy praise, Lord Jesus!

Jesus, friend of children,
Thou who for the sinners
Didst on earth appear,
O, how kind and tender
Was Thy heart to render
Loving help and cheer!
Lord, that we Become like Thee
In our thought and conversation,
Be our emulation.

Blest is he who loves Thee;
Blest, who aims sincerely,
God, Thy child to be.
Such pure inclinations,
Thy love's inspirations,
Give, O Lord, to me,
That I wear in heaven fair
Thy blest, pure and holy likeness
In eternal brightness.
Tarry Not!

Flourishing youth, Thou our hope and our fond expectation,
Hark to the voice that is calling in kind invitation!
That hand obey Which oft has pointed the way
To the dear Saviour's salvation!

Offer the lively, the cheerful and beautiful flower,
Offer with gladness and willingness thy youthful power
To Christ, thy friend, Who thy soul e'er will defend,
Safe in His heavenly bower.

Tenderly Jesus embraces the lambs as His treasure.
Youth, thou shalt furnish the Shepherd His favorite pleasure.
Blessing and glee Showers the Father on thee,
Prize of His flock, without measure.

Living for Jesus will bring thee to joy everlasting,
Daily and hourly His great and eternal love tasting.
This shall suffice, But on the pathway of vice,
Body and soul you'd be wasting.

Trees of sweet youth filled with holy, devout animation,
In grace and wisdom expanding through Christ's inspiration,
With loving care, God will in due time prepare
For His good work of salvation.

Honor and grace with the Lamb and God ever possessing,
No earthly glory compares with this heavenly blessing.
Then in your youth Turn to the Saviour in truth,
Lest your time vainly be passing.

If thou wilt seek Him, His angels around thee will hover;
In their communion great happiness thou shalt discover,
If thou wilt stay With Him until thy last day,
Who is thy bridegroom and lover.

Think what great honor and glory the Lord then will render
Him who from childhood and till his last years did surrender
All to the Lord; Even old age will accord
Crowns of God's mercy so tender.

Surely there follows a happy, contented departure,
All who the Lamb's reconciling and soul-healing torture
Long years have known. Yea, in this service alone
Will I inherit my fortune.
A Blessed Man

It really is not difficult
A blessed man to be;
We trust the Lord with good result,
And live in Him so free.

Then one is neither slave nor lord
But just a happy child,
Becomes more blessed as he gives
His life to Him so mild.

We labor with a good design,
In good and bad repute,
Like as a tree in proper time
Brings forth its flow'r and fruit.

We do not view our labor as
A task that we must do;
The Lord in us at all times has
Done what He asks to do.

One gladly yields to His good care
In everything while here,
Is happy always, everywhere,
As long as God is near.

So blessed is a trusting child,
So rich in love and rest;
And if we're thus not satisfied,
We'll nevermore be blest.
At Home ÔÇÿTis Well!

At Home, 'tis well! There shall the pilgrim tarry,
When tired and worn by sorrow, grief, and strife;
In heav'n, when the hard race of earthly life
Is run, the longborne load no more he'll carry.

At Home, 'tis well! With God in close relation,
The soul forgets the sorrow it has borne,
With pains o'ercome on that bright, golden morn,
Rejoices in our God's sublime salvation.

At Home, 'tis well! There palms of peace abounding
Are gently cooling us, hot from the strife;
O'ercome now are all pains of pilgrim life;
The cries of fear give way to psalms resounding.

At Home, 'tis well! There God in adoration
Adorns each victor's brow with wreath of gold.
All who believe and hope like those of old
Sing praise and thanks in highest exultation.

At Home, 'tis well! Then let us hasten thither
Through pain and death on to our homeland shore!
On, boldly on! When this short life is o'er,
New life will bloom for us and never wither.
The Cross

The mighty tree, the cross, is spreading
Its arms of suff'ring ev'rywhere;
For wheresoe'er man's foot is treading,
The cross is certain to be there.

With thousand figures dark and dreary,
The cross comes nigh with pain and dart;
Reproach, contempt, and suff'rings weary
Will hold their sword close to thy heart.

Though far or near if thou wouldst travel,
A cross is ever standing nigh;
And thou wilt always draw it nearer
If thou wilt try to pass it by.

O, do not fear the cross' affliction!
The Saviour suffered on it, too,
To cause eternal joy and pleasure
To ripen evermore for you.

But if thou wouldst relieve its pressure,
The figure of the cross then heed.
'Twill teach thee how to ease thy suff'ring;
To consolation it will lead.

Two beams are in the cross united;
A short one lies across the long,
But instantly the cross is lightened
When short lies parallel to long.

This figure then explains the meaning:
Why often hard our suff'rings press;
And how relief we may be gaining
When souls are laden with distress.

The longer beam is God's direction;
Across it lies thy will, perverse.
Thus brings the cross pain and affliction;
God's dispensation seems for worse.

Resist not then God's regulation,
Although His hand may press thee hard;
But conquer thy own will with patience;
Soon cross and suff'ring will depart.

If thus thou'lt overcome thy wishes
And let God's will prevail in thee,
Then thou wilt find peace in thy suff'ring;
And grace thy great reward will be.

Then bear thy woes with Jesus gladly,
And fear the cross of life no more,
For when thy journey here is ended,
The cross will open heaven's door!
Be True!

Be true; be true! The Lord is by thee standing;
Joyful with Him at last will be the ending!
Tho' hard the strife and long the conflict be,
Through faithfulness the Lord will honored be!

Be true; be true! For God has crowns awaiting,
Wherewith forever He'll be compensating;
But only if in pain and in distress,
Unto the death we prove our faithfulness.

Be true; be true! If guard we are not keeping,
Then we are lost, for Satan is not sleeping;
And if we are not watchful at the post,
That which we once had won will all be lost.

Be true; be true! Those who in all temptation
Have proven true, deserve our commendation.
Were there no test, how should it proven be,
Who weak, who strong, who true or untrue be?

O, faithful Lord, Thy love and truth sincerely
Thou dost bestow on us each day so clearly,
So grant that we also each day anew
Become more faithful, loving, kind, and true!
Heart's Wish

Ye of my blessed pilgrimage,
Dear and beloved companions,
Who have the precious privilege,
The Holy Ghost's communion,
God's blessings on you I acclaim,
And greet you in the Saviour's name!

O, may the small flock be increased
In grace 'neath His protection,
And enter into heav'nly rest,
For this is God's direction.
May all be childlike, loving, kind,
That we the path to heaven find!

May ev'ry sinner comfort find
In penitent submission;
In love to Him may Jesus bind
All who have found salvation;
With willing heart may ev'ry child
Accept His guidance sweet and mild.

May each one then in his own place
On Him, the Rock, be grounded;
By His good Spirit, Word, and grace
At all times be surrounded;
May all be hallowed by God's might;
He is our star and shining light.

This is the wish from all my heart
For you, my loving comrades;
In our alliance may the Lord
Be felt in blessed nearness.
The power of His cross and blood
Unites us in true brotherhood.
The Power Of Prayer

Pray, O Church, be sanctified
With the holy ointment!
Jesus' Spirit be applied
In thy soul's appointment!
Be therefore, Evermore,
Pray'r and fervent pleading
From thy lips proceeding!

Consecrate thy offering
And thy spirit's longing
Unto Him, whose suffering
Draws thee to Him strongly!
Sweet incense Be it hence,
That to God's throne soareth,
When thy heart imploreth!

This assembly's ardent pray'r
And its meek petition
Will upon God's altar there
Find due recognition.
God advised Jesus Christ,
Priest and intercessor,
For each true confessor.

God thus hears most graciously
All the prayers we offer;
And the angels glad will be
Worship there to proffer
To the Lord, In accord
With us poor and lowly,
To God, high and holy.

All the incense of the saints
Must produce great favor;
On the coals we lay our grains
Unto a sweet savor.
Then it may Melt this day
All our minds together
In love's flame forever!

If a single fervent pray'r
Of a soul prevailing
On the tender heart of God
Brings its fruit unfailing,
How much more Is in store,
When whole congregations
Bring their supplications?

When the righteous, there and here,
Great and small invited,
Angels, mankind, all sincere,
All in pray'r united,
It will blend And ascend
To the regions o'er us;
What a mighty chorus!

Draw in spirit ever nigh;
Pray within your chambers;
Lifting holy hands on high,
Holy keep your members.
Holy be Ev'ry plea
That to God is springing,
Strength and blessing bringing!

O the strength and might unknown
Of the Christians' praying!
Without this could not be done
All they are essaying;
Thus alone There is won
Vict'ry o'er deceivers,
Triumph for believers!

But this longing must at first
In thy soul be gleaming;
Then from out your pray'rs will burst
Thunder, lightning streaming.
They are sent With intent
That your foes shall tremble,
When God's hosts assemble.

All your prayers that now aspire
To your God in heaven
Should thus be an holy fire
On His altar given.
Worldly fire, False desire,
Should not then be blended
With what hath ascended.

Pray ye that time's latter end
Quickly may be nearing,
That our Lord may soon descend
For His great appearing.
Come then all, Great and small,
Join the angels' yearning
For our Lord's returning!

Prayers from inmost depth of heart
Find the Master's favor,
And the Christian's highest art
Is to please the Saviour.
So should we Watchful be,
Waiting, hoping, longing
For His second coming.
The Faith Of Our Fathers

Spirit, by whose operation
Faith and holiness proceed,
Source of heav'nly conversation,
Strength in weakness, help in need;
Spirit, by whose inspiration
Prophets and Apostles spake;
Martyrs bled and tribulation
Saints endured for Jesus' sake.

Lord, endue us with Thy blessing;
That, though babes we be in grace,
Faith and love and zeal possessing
For Thy house and holy place,
We may give our dearest treasure,
All the good things of this life,
Honor, wealth, and dearest pleasures,
In the great and holy strife.

Give us Abrah'ms faith unshaken
That Thy promise must be true,
And what God has undertaken
He assuredly will do;
Which not only could unmoved
Trust the covenant of grace,
But the thing which he most loved
At the Lord's disposal place.

Give us Joseph's chaste behavior
When the world with crafty wiles
Seeks to draw us from the Saviour
To herself with frowns or smiles.
Give us grace and strength for shunning
This ensnaring Potiphar,
Wisdom to elude her cunning,
Strength her open hate to bear.

Give us David's bold defiance
Of the Lord's and Israel's foes;
And in trouble, the reliance
Which in God, his Rock, he shows;
His right princely disposition,
Friendship, constancy, and truth;
But still more, his deep contrition,
For the errors of his youth.

Arm us with Thy true discernment
As Elijah, in these days
When men, led by superstition,
To false idols altars raise.
Let us shun the mere profession
Common in our days and land,
Witnessing a good profession,
Even if alone we stand.

Give us the Apostles' daring
And their bold, undaunted mood,
Threats and fierce reproaches bearing
To proclaim the Saviour's blood;
Let us to the truth bear witness;
Truth alone can make us free;
Not leave off until its sweetness
All shall taste and know through Thee.

Give us Stephen's look collected
And His calm and peaceful mind,
When we meet with unexpected
Trials of the fiercest kind;
In the midst of shouts and crying,
Let us with composure stand;
Open heav'n to us in dying;
Show us Christ at God's right hand.

Spirit, by whose operation
Faith and hope and love are giv'n
Source of holy conversation,
Bearing seed and fruit for heav'n;
Spirit, by whose inspiration
Prophets and Apostles spake,
Visit us with Thy salvation;
Dwell with us for Jesus' sake!
The Word Of Life

Word of Life, the fountain flowing
Purely from the throne above,
Life and strength to him imparting,
Who accepts the Word in love.
As a blossom that is blighted
From the sun's own heat severe,
Thirsting in the barren valley,
Stoops to drink its waters clear.

What were earth to be without Thee?
But a vale in dark despair.
Heav'n would have no joys to cheer me,
If I could not find Thee there.
What were life to live without Thee?
As a never ending night.
Death, without Thee, would be darkness;
There would be no dawning light.

Word of Life, Thou dost enlighten,
And Thy warmth and love we feel.
Sinners in Thee read their portion;
Heaven's joys it does reveal.
Sinners by the Word are wakened
From their sleep; They stand dismayed.
Yet the penitent finds mercy;
Thus his sorrow is repaid.

Through the Word we fear the Master,
As a judge with righteous pow'r.
Yet we love the Lord, who carries
Us in patience ev'ry hour,
And we love the God who giveth
His own Son, a ransom true;
Sin in Him is judged forever,
And in Him we live anew.

Full redemption is the promise
Made to him who heeds the Word.
They, who in their hearts retain Thee,
Shall receive the great reward.
In my heart I'll strive to keep Thee,
Word of truth, and strength, and love,
Conq'ring as a sword in battle,
Then I'll wear the crown above.
Confidence

I place myself in Jesus' hands
And there abide forever;
No griefs, no joys, shall loose the bands,
Nor yet our union sever!
In these dread days
When earth decays,
Who stays in Him and thus obeys
Shall be preserved forever.

A Rock and Castle is the Lord;
And they shall see and wonder
Who build on His almighty Word,
And thereon deeply ponder.
And what He saith
In life or death,
My heart shall trust with steadfast faith,
Though earth be rent asunder.

And let Him do with me His will,
What He will do shall please me;
I cleave to Him with strong faith still
And hope that He will bless me.
He must be blest
Who loves Him best,
And on His Word does firmly rest;
Lord, with this truth impress me!

When things seem at their worst, I will
Still joy in His protection,
Who loves to bring out good from ill,
And grieves in my affliction.
His trials sent
Are all well meant;
His rod, a Father's chastisement,
Are tokens of affection.

His pledge in faith will ever stand;
It is His blessed pleasure
That naught me from His mighty hand
Shall separate or sever.
He will not break
The Word He spake;
So confidence in Him I take,
And praise Him then forever.
Life And Full Abundance In Jesus

O, blessed Sun, whose splendor
Dispels the shades of night;
O, Jesus, my Defender,
My soul's supreme delight;
All day I hear resounding
A voice with silver tone,
Which speaks of grace abounding
Through God's eternal Son!

A deep and heav'nly feeling
Oft seizes on my breast;
Ah, here is balm for healing;
Here only is true rest!
Though fortune should bereave me
Of all that I possess,
If Christ His love still leave me,
I freely give the rest.

To win this precious treasure
And matchless pearl I would
Give honor, wealth, and pleasure,
Yea, ev'ry earthly good;
I gladly would surrender
The dearest thing which might
Obscure my Sun's bright splendor,
And rob me of His light.

I know no life divided,
O Lord of Life, from Thee;
In Thee is life provided
For all mankind and me;
I know no death, O Jesus,
Because I live in Thee;
Thy death it is which frees us
From death eternally.

I fear no tribulation,
Since, whatsoe'er it be,
Can make no separation,
Between my Lord and me;
If Thou, my God and teacher,
Vouchsafe to be my own,
Though poor, I shall be richer
Than monarch on his throne.

If, while on earth I wander,
My heart is light and blest,
Ah! what shall I be yonder,
In perfect peace and rest?
O, blessed thought! In dying
We go to meet the Lord,
Where there shall be no sighing,
A kingdom our reward.

Lord, with this truth impress me
And write it on my heart,
To comfort, cheer and bless me,
That Thou my Saviour art;
Without Thy love to guide me,
I should be wholly lost;
The floods would quickly hide me,
On life's wide ocean tossed.

Thy love it was which sought me;
Thou wast unsought by me,
And to the haven brought me,
Where I would gladly be;
The things which once distressed me
My heart no longer move,
Since this sweet truth impressed me
That I possess Thy love.
Faithfulness In Small Things

This is the test of true devotion,
To keep and hold fast to the Lord;
And evermore without omission
In all things to obey His Word.
In small and unimportant matters,
Yet to be careful and sincere,
Not knowingly to faults consenting,
However small they may appear.

Remember, soul, that not the humblest
Obedience shall the Lord forget;
Because the most unselfish spirit
In humble service here is met.
In small things then begin Thy training;
The smallest sin shun and abhor;
For in obeying, love is gaining;
And loyalty grows more and more.

If thou the great sins wouldst be shunning
In fear of punishment and yet
The lesser faults in thee allowing,
'Twould not true honesty beget.
That would not be a true devotion,
Which sacrifices all to God;
'Twould be to follow selfish motives
And serve two masters in your thought.

For who would wholly be the Saviour's
Will follow Him in all things here,
Will shun the smallest sin and even
The things that sinful do appear,
Will seek in all things Jesus' glory,
Will strive in all sincerity
To be conformed unto the image
Of Him whose servant he would be.

In every deed, at every hour,
His care it is unto his Lord
In everything to be found faithful,
And loyal to His holy Word.
For Him he suffers every trial,
Dishonor, sorrow, cross, and woe;
Enough that he may say sincerely:
"My loving Lord hath willed it so!"

O, heart, for truthfulness in living
Endeavor, strive, sincerely plead;
And day by day be more aspiring
To love and honor Him indeed!
Not in the lofty, but in humble
And small things serve Him, be thy aim;
And diligence will then accomplish
What slothfulness could not attain.

O, do not say, "In greater trials
Will I to Jesus faithful be!"
That is what Peter also promised,
And yet thou dost him weeping see.
So learn true faithfulness in small things;
In little conflicts faithful be;
Or else thou shalt perhaps like Peter
For faithlessness weep bitterly.
Father, Son, And Holy Ghost

O Father hand, that guides me so securely,
O Father eye, that watches over me!
O Father heart, that hears my pray'r so surely,
And thinks of me in love and charity!
Conduct me further on my pilgrim journey,
The narrow way that leads to heav'n above;
And make me worthy of that life eternal,
Alike in sore distress, in peace and love.

O my Redeemer, who for me expired
And purchased me with His own precious blood!
Who pardon from all sin for me acquired,
That now my heart can rest in peace with God!
Deliver me from all distress and worry
And from all bondage fully make me free;
In conflict with the cunning adversary,
Be Thou the Hero who gives victory.

O Holy Spirit, who with gentle prompting
Dost comfort, chasten, and impel to prayer!
Who perfect peace and holy understanding,
Faith, hope, and love from God to me doth share!
O govern me; impress on me the likeness
Of Jesus and the seal of brotherhood.
O, fill my heart with peace and pray'rful silence,
A holy temple of the living God.
Unity In Love

O how lovely 'tis to be
With our Lord in unity;
And united voices raise
Him to bring our songs of praise.

As the ointment, precious, true,
Then from Aaron's hair did flow,
Scenting his whole raiment fair,
Fragrance filling all the air!

So delightful it is here,
When in Christ's way we appear,
And in unity do stand,
All to Him look hand in hand.

As the dew from Hermon's height
Did descend on Zion bright,
So flows grace and blessing free
On the brethren's unity.

See in faith, and hope and love
Lies the power from above;
But one Baptism, faith, and Lord,
Spirit, head, in one accord.

This adorns our brotherhood,
For God's reign is always good;
Brethren, look upon your way
To your Saviour ev'ry day.

Love each one in truth sincere,
To confess, O, do not fear
God's free grace in Christ, our Lord,
Who to us gave this reward!

Father, Son, and Holy Ghost,
Three in one, so shall the host
Of those born of God above
Be as one in holy love.

As the water, spirit, blood,
All unite in holy flood,
Unto him who God's advice
Did accept as good and wise.

Also does this bond unite
Heart and heart in faith and light;
Many in one body be,
Many souls in unity.

Just one Lord and just one Bride,
Whose gaze does on Him abide,
May the Spirit love inspire,
Calling: "Come, my heart's desire!"

Come, O Jesus, come, appear;
Call Thy bride from far and near;
Show Thy countenance so bright
In eternal heaven's light!
To My Redeemer

As I think of Thee, A gentle rapture
Overwhelms the soul that Thou dost love;
This is one of those bright precious moments
Granted Thy beloved from above.

One long train of dark and troubled hours
Shrouded me in youthful days gone by;
Since I've felt Thy great, almighty powers,
Light and strength flow on me from on high.

Ere I knew Thee and Thy sweet compassion,
My unhappy heart sought peace in vain;
For a thousand lusts of evil fashion
Burnt within me, yielding naught but pain.

Full of youthful zeal, I was pursuing
Nothing but deceit and vanity;
Sham and shadow I was ever wooing,
And the truth remained unknown to me.

Filled with false ambition, pride, and cunning,
Wanting meekness, sense of right, and light,
Into error's mazes I was running,
Oft unwilling, slave to sin's dread might.

Were I loved and honored, thus I fancied
All this longing would be satisfied;
And these came to me in ample measure,
Yet I felt that vacant, unfilled void.

Shepherdless in heathers dry and barren,
As a lost and famished sheep I strayed,
Finding naught to satisfy my hunger,
Naught whereby my thirst could be allayed.

O, in misery I would have perished,
Crushed by great affliction and distress,
Had I not by Thee been found and cherished,
Had I not by Thy grace been refreshed.

What a wretched life had been my portion;
Torn by doubt, remorse and fear was I,
Till at last my faith in Thee was anchored
And Thou heard'st my pleading and my cry!

Long a downcast spirit did depress me;
Now Thou cheerest both my heart and mind;
Only peace and happiness possess me
Since my blessed lot in Thee I find.

Since those sacred days of heav'nly blessing,
I can conquer over passions strong,
Over discontent and dark depression;
Heav'nly pleasure fills my breast with song.

Nor will there be dreary clouds above me
That will overcast my heaven's blue,
If I evermore, O Lord, will love Thee
Without discontent, to Thee be true.

Woe unto the world, such love despising,
That such joy in Jesus casts away;
For its value never realizing,
It is led by vanity astray!

O, forsake me not, Thou ever faithful,
Though to try me Thou Thy face dost hide;
Till I bear Thy likeness and impression,
Purge me as the gold is purified!

When my earthly life at last is finished
And in faith and love my race is run,
I shall praise Thee, Saviour, for Thy suff'rings
Which for me eternal rest has won.
Christ The Resurrected

Rise, O soul and break the bondage
Of the vanities of life!
Journey onward to the kingdom;
Leave the turmoil and the strife!
In this world and time we see
Naught but endless vanity.

Turn your heart to the fair city,
To the peaceful Zion there.
Let no worldly hope deceive you;
Hasten now its joys to share.
Let naught lead you e'er astray,
As you walk the heav'nly way.

To the Saviour's grave now hasten,
Where He lay in calm repose.
Christ, in strength from God the Father,
From the grave in triumph rose.
Thus the path of life He made,
With His blood your ransom paid.

Jesus bore all our transgressions
With Him there upon the cross,
And for us endured the anguish,
As a meek lamb suffered loss;
There He won for me and thee
Life and joy eternally.

Death, the first, is now forever
Conquered and his might laid low,
For the Hero broke that scepter
When He to the grave did go.
Bonds are broken, dungeon's might;
Liberty is brought to light!

Now the very sting is taken
That gave second death its power;
Vanquished is the evil dragon
That so long did fiercely lower.
Now the serpent's poison may
No believer's heart dismay.

O, the lovely, glorious portal,
That o'er Jesus' grave I see:
"Jesus lives!" O words immortal,
Like a magnet drawing me!
"Jesus lives!" This, too, I see:
"Who believes shall live with Me!"

Thought of death does not appall me;
Jesus is my life and all.
I am now an heir of glory.
Though the mortal body fall
Into dust, again I'll rise
When He calls me from the skies.

Now with Job I say believing:
Jesus, my Redeemer lives!
New life I will be receiving
By the power that He gives;
He, the Strong, will me not leave,
Till He fin'lly breaks my grave.

As to Christ I cling forever,
He the Head, I, member true,
So He will forsake me never
Whatsoe'er I might pass through.
He, the First-fruit, goes ahead
That I may by Him be led.

Adam being dead within me,
Henceforth live Thou, Lord, in me.
What Thy sacred death did win me,
May it bring much fruit to Thee;
May the Spirit victor be
And the flesh succumb to Thee.

Thou of life the Prince and Giver,
For Thy death I now thank Thee!
Now my faith is fruitless never;
And my hope in death shall be
That in death I trust in Thee,
I shall not forsaken be!

O, how will the voice be ringing
That doth call us from the grave!
What sound will the trump be bringing,
Piercing every burial-cave:
"Come, ye dead," it loudly cries;
"Nothing hinders ye, arise!"

Thou the dust will then enliven;
All the bones new life will see;
A new form I will be given,
Then I shall immortal be;
And transfigured by Thy hand,
In Thy likeness I shall stand.

In my Saviour's resurrection
There is comfort; I am blest.
In His life my hopes renewing,
In His love my soul shall rest.
Everything I have in Thee,
Life and hope and victory.
Behold The Lamb Of God

O, slaughtered Lamb, by whom the seal was broken,
That gave me comfort and eternal cheer!
My faith sends up to yonder Zion's mountain,
A look of longing to Thee, Lamb so dear!
Thou art, O Lamb, now raised on high,
What wonder that my thoughts would ever to Thee fly!

All Satan's host has been by Thee defeated;
Therefore I lack not strength when battles rage;
My freedom from death's bond has been completed;
I know whereto now leads my pilgrimage.
The cross was path to joy for Thee;
Shall not the member with the head united be?

Thou precious Lamb, what great things Thou hast promised!
Words of eternal truth didst Thou declare,
"No wolf shall pluck a sheep out of my bosom;
No foe shall even bend a single hair!"
I count myself among Thy blest;
I know Thy wounds have gained for me eternal rest.

Yet more: "And I, when I shall be uplifted
Above the earth, shall draw all men to Me!"
O blessed word! Let care and pain be lifted
From off my heart, as I flee unto Thee.
O, draw me by Thy love so sweet,
While others choose to follow vain and selfdeceit.

But dare I make such hasty declaration?
Perhaps this is too great a claim for me?
Yea, should I trust my own imagination,
I would not dare so confident to be.
But now I cling in faith to Thee;
And trust that Thou, Almighty One, my strength will be.

O precious Lamb, Thou wilt that we be guided
As Thine own people, by Thy Spirit's call.
The question thus is easily decided,
For I am naught; but Thou art all in all.
O, Truth, grant that I may be true;
O, Love, love me, that I in love be burning too!

My whole salvation then is to Thy credit,
To Thee alone, O, Son of God and man;
My ransom is achieved through Thine own merit;
I take as a free gift the purchased crown.
So this must then conclusive be,
That Thou, my slaughtered Lamb, my all in all shall be.

O Lamb of God, Who bled for my transgression,
And for my guilt on Calv'ry's brow hast trod!
Who could unto such great love give expression?
Who is like Thee, Thou chosen Lamb of God?
As often as my pulses beat,
I lay my life, my blood, my all at Jesus' feet.
The Journey To Zion

Come, children, let us journey;
The evening draweth near;
Our path is full of danger;
The desert, dark and drear!
Encourage now your heart
To future life to wander,
Grow strong, until up yonder
All grief and woe depart.

We shall not be regretting
We chose this pilgrims' way;
We know the One, so faithful,
Who leads us day by day.
Believe and serve ye Him,
Each one his face directing,
The narrow way selecting,
Straight to Jerusalem!

The going out from Babel
We never will regret,
But hope to grow more perfect,
More separated yet.
Nay, children, do not fear;
Despise the world's alluring,
Its wrath and hate enduring;
March onward in good cheer.

Go up against your nature,
And you'll go straight and fine;
Those who nurse flesh and creature
Will never fall in line.
Creation count but loss!
Forsake all that would bind you;
Leave e'er your "Self" behind you;
And nail it to the cross.

As pilgrims we must wander,
From earthly burdens free;
Else as we journey yonder
Our path would trying be!
He fails who would not heed!
The least can satisfy us,
All things we would deny us
Save what we truly need.

Adorn not house nor body,
Embellish but your heart!
We are but weary strangers,
And soon we shall depart.
All fleshly ease deceives;
As pilgrims all resigning,
All worldly lust declining
At home you'll find relief.

We must not pause to dally
With child's play by the way!
Our powers we must rally;
Sloth follows on delay.
Pay no attention here.
On then! All ease now spurning,
Away from vain thoughts turning,
For danger's always near!

And be the path quite narrow,
So lonesome, steep, and bent,
Though thorns be without number,
And many crosses sent,
Yet there is but one way!
Let us but journey onward;
Attend our Leader homeward,
Through darkness unto day.

What may take place about us,
We scarcely hear or see;
May these go on without us;
No idle dreams have we.
Eternal is our goal;
Our dealings are in heaven;
Our life to God is given;
Our very heart and soul.

The meek Lamb's disposition
Is here on us impressed;
Our actions give expression
How childlike and how blest;
How quiet, straight and still
The lambs will face the distance,
And go without resistance
Just as their Shepherd will.

We journey in seclusion,
Despised and quite unknown,
Unseen mid the confusion
Of this land, not our own;
Yet, if this world pays heed,
It hears our voices ringing,
Songs of the homeland singing,
For which we yearn indeed.

Up, then, let naught defy us;
The Father with us goes;
And He Himself stands by us;
Each bitter step He knows.
He will our courage raise;
His looks of grace attend us;
He will refresh, defend us;
Oh, we have blissful days!

Then onward, sister, brother;
Let us go hand in hand,
With joy in one another,
In this bewild'ring land.
Oh, let us childlike be;
Let here no strife divide us!
The angels walk beside us,
God's children, they and we.

Should weak ones ever stumble,
The stronger will take hold;
We care and help each other
And plant love in the fold.
In closer union found,
Let each one be the humblest,
But also be the purest,
As pilgrims homeward bound.

Come, let us journey gladly!
Day follows after day;
The way grows shorter daily;
The flesh soon proves but clay.
With courage and more love
To be a little truer,
Of earthly matters freer,
And turned to things above!

Then journey on reliant;
The goal is well worthwhile.
Of all things be defiant
That hinder or beguile!
Earth, thou art small indeed:
With Christ Himself to guide us,
Eternity shall hide us;
For Christ is all we need!
Humility

Meekness is the noblest virtue,
Ev'ry Christian's honor bright;
It adorns the youthful member
And the aged with its might.
Though it does not stand in favor
With those of a proud behavior,
Yet 'tis more than precious gold,
More than fame and wealth untold.

Behold Jesus, He was humble;
He exalted not Himself;
He was gracious, loving, gentle,
Asked no honor and no wealth;
In Him dwelt no vain ambition,
Nor a boasting disposition;
So He calls to me and thee:
"Learn humility from Me!"

He who exercises meekness
Is belov'd by ev'ryone;
He who does not vaunt his knowledge
God will honor in His Son.
Humbleness to God is pleasing,
And to all in grace increasing,
Who go with God hand in hand,
And in Jesus' love do stand.

Truly meekness greatly blesses,
And obtains the Father's grace.
Who this virtue here possesses,
Knowing her most fitting place,
Will in all his deeds find favor,
And his soul is glorious ever.
Faith, hope, love and gentleness
Do a heart of meekness bless.

These good fruits of God, the Spirit,
That are given to the meek,
They, through Jesus, may inherit
Who for them sincerely seek.
Only where true faith is dwelling
There true meekness is excelling;
And thereby is manifest
Who Christ's Spirit knows the best.

So I'll strive to be more humble,
Evermore be meek and kind;
Humbleness shall rule my actions,
Meekness dwell in heart and mind.
In my manner and my being
All my neighbors may be seeing
That it is God's Spirit's might
Leading me in truth and right.

After meekness follows rapture,
God's good blessing in this time;
There is at that joyful meeting
Peace and happiness sublime.
Then humility in grandeur
Shall receive the crown of honor;
What was slighted here below
Shineth there in heav'nly glow.
The New Birth Of Water And Spirit

Hark the voice of Jesus teaches;
All who are not born again
Out of water and of Spirit
Shall be lost. 'Tis clear and plain
That to enter heaven's portal
And inherit life immortal,
New creations we must be,
On this earth from sin made free.

This new birth must be accomplished
Thro' baptism and God's Word;
And if we do not oppose Him
Soon it shall be seen and heard;
If His grace we do not banish,
How all wickedness will vanish;
For if God possess the heart,
Sin and evil must depart.

Furthermore the Holy Spirit
As a comforter is sent,
Plucking out the roots of evil,
Sowing seeds of good intent.
All our motives and desires
Are renewed; and He requires
That our conduct shall be right,
Serving God with all our might.

So by love and constant striving
Man must serve God's holy name;
And the worldly sin despising,
Let perfection be his aim;
For God's mercy he is grateful,
And to him all things are hateful
Which his sinful heart had loved
And in former times approved.

Singing, praying, God adoring,
Fills the new born person's mind;
From the world to God returning
Strength and power he will find.
And in all his operation,
Showing that regeneration,
Surely maketh all things new,
And gives grace God's will to do.

Thus there will be manifested
An entire change of heart,
Which as will be seen and noticed,
Holiness of life impart.
Heart and mind and self renewing
All the evil thoughts subduing,
Faith and love will be the theme,
And God's Spirit rule supreme.

O, my God, I bow before Thee:
Now in me Thy work fulfill!
By Thy Spirit's hov'ring o'er me
Sanctify my heart and will.
Let me not be lost forever,
But reborn of Thee, O Saviour;
May I, child-like, Thee adore,
Learn to love Thee more and more.

Lord, let me continue ever
In this state, so richly blest,
Until death earth's bonds shall sever,
And I enter into rest.
O, let nothing from Thee take me;
Thou art mine, do not forsake me;
Then with joy I hence depart,
E'er to be where, Lord, Thou art!
Redeeming Our Time

The time flies on and death draws nigh;
Unite us, Lord, with Thee on high!
Prepare us now to live with Thee
For ever in eternity!

Thou knowest, Lord, the ev'ry need
Of them who for Thy mercy plead.
With helping hand Thine aid bestow
To guide Thy children here below.

Deny us not the truth and light,
Thy precious gift so clear and bright,
The word of truth to teach us true,
And nourish heart and soul anew.

The righteous host enlighten Thou,
And with Thy blessings all endow.
Thy little fold do Thou still bless
With steadfast faith and holiness.

Thy blessings in each house shall reign;
And may Thy flock increase and gain.
O, Lord, from Thee all blessings flow
Which cause good works to thrive and grow!

Grant to Thy servants grace and might
And wisdom, working virtues bright,
That in this time good seeds they sow
From which eternal fruits may grow.

The treasure of pure love anew
Preserve among Thy children true!
Let not their innocence depart,
But guard and hallow every heart!

O, may young men devote in truth
To Thee the flower of their youth;
Be maiden's beauty holiness,
The fear of God their glorious dress!

By word and deed is brought to light
How Thy great name is glorified.
And pure and clean our life shall be,
A living witness, Lord, for Thee.

O, sanctify our heart and mind,
That we, Thy chosen ones, may find
The path from this turmoil on earth
To God's bright home of peace and mirth!
Intercession

Jesus, Thou alone canst govern
Thy assembly as its sov'reign,
Bless me then, Thy humble child!
O, infuse in me new merit
To obey Thy Holy Spirit;
Strengthen me with blessings mild!

Share Thy grace and heav'nly blessing
To Thy members, thus impressing
Each, Lord, with Thy Spirit's call.
Scattered over all creation,
And in ev'ry clime and nation,
Thou dost know them one and all.

Lord, I love Thy children dearly;
All who follow Thee sincerely,
They are precious to my heart!
Thou know'st how my soul rejoices,
Meeting those whose hearts and voices
Are with Thee in one accord!

I embrace, O Lord, thy servants,
Joined to them in love so fervent,
Asking, Lord, that from Thy face
They receive a thousand blessings;
In Thy ways, Thy strength possessing,
Lead them in Thy light and grace.

From the world Thine own deliver,
And let Satan soon forever
Wholly 'neath their feet be trod!
By Thy Spirit in them dwelling,
Earthly lust and nature quelling,
Be their only joy, O God!

Those who sorrow's cross do carry,
Strengthen so they do not tarry,
They to Thee their souls confide.
Purge them; make them ever purer,
Yet more humble, and yet surer,
That in Thee they may abide.

Let Thy children, while here stationed,
After Thine own heart be fashioned,
Beautiful for piety;
Quiet, set apart, and lowly,
Upright, as Thy will most holy,
And as Thou wouldst have them be!

Look upon with special favor,
Those who ask of me, O Saviour,
That for them my prayers may rise;
To Thy mercy I commend them;
To each one such blessing send them
As they need; for Thou art wise.

Visit in their hour of sadness
All their hearts; may they find gladness
When Thy face alone they see.
Draw, with love's divine attraction,
All their joy and satisfaction
Into union close with Thee!

On the cross hast Thou, Lord, suffered,
Full redemption to us offered;
For our sins didst Thou atone!
Hold us fast while we are living,
And here in this desert grieving;
Leave us nevermore alone!

Till above Thy saints shall gather
In the mansion of the Father,
Free from every spot and stain.
Thy eternal throne erected,
Thy likeness in us reflected,
Ever with Thee to remain.
Adoration

Jesus Christ, as King elected,
All things are to Him subjected.
All things God lays at His feet!
Ev'ry tongue shall make confession
That Christ is the Lord accepted,
In whom all things are complete.

But in Him, O consolation,
Can we find our full salvation,
The salvation in His blood;
List! for us His life is smiling
And eternal reconciling
Comes through Jesus like a flood.

Hear the hymn and learn the story:
Christ doth lead His own to glory!
Grace and peace He giveth thee.
Lo, He death and hell defieth:
"Death, where is thy sting?" He crieth:
"Grave, where is thy victory?"

Nor does His dear Church so holy,
Have these gracious blessings solely,
She has Him as Head, who lives!
With His blood the Saviour bought her,
As His heav'nly Bride He sought her,
And she lives, for she believes.

Give your hearts to Him, ye sinners;
Tell, ye ailing, Him your illness;
Bring, ye poor, to Him your need.
Thro' His wounds He heals and cleanses,
Healing ointment He dispenses,
Lasting treasures after death.

Haste then! Shame and care, O leave it!
Seek ye grace? 'Tis yours; receive it!
Seek ye life? Pray Him who lives!
Sinners, you He justifieth;
Grace to no one He denieth;
Everlasting gain He gives.

Here the ransomed souls shall treasure
All His good in boundless measure,
And praise God in full accord.
Hallowed words! Most precious teaching!
Unto all the world are reaching,
Sweet Evangel of our Lord!

Though the cross of Christ oft presses,
And the saints a while distresses,
Yet their suff'ring soon will end;
Joy will soon displace affliction,
With their Lord in close connection
They with Him to God ascend.

Wealth and honor here may fail us;
Pain and sorrow may assail us,
Yet shall scorn and death be gain!
Tho' men threaten, tho' there's danger,
All things are to him a stranger
Who this Treasure would obtain!

Heaven's open gate discloses
What for them in grace reposes
All that fondest hopes can bring.
In white robe the Bride's appearing,
Knowing that the time is nearing
When in joy she'll greet the King.

Ye, his servants, sing His glory;
All ye righteous, tell His story;
Ye who bear the palms, rejoice.
Sing, all ye redeemed and crowned;
Sing, ye choir where He is throned,
Praise His name with harp and voice!

Even I in lowest station,
I will join in exultation,
Though I'm still a pilgrim here.
Jesus Christ as King elected,
All things are to Him subjected,
Honor, love and praise Him there.
Now And Then

Sing praise to God, all ye who love the Saviour;
Extol His actions; praise His faithfulness!
Sing praise to Him, Who first showed us His favor;
His loving kindness in your song express!
In love and grace He ever greets His children,
Gives them salvation and contentment, grace;
Eternally will be with them in union;
Bestows on them all heaven's blessedness.

O, love Him, all that are His cov'nant's children,
Who unto sin, and world and lust have died,
And in His cruel death, with Him, the Conqu'ror,
Are buried by baptism's bath applied!
He gave in love His life and blood so precious,
To ransom us from guilt and sinful debt;
He raised us up unto a life of newness;
By His great love and grace we here are kept.

O, gracious Saviour, Thou hast left us duly
Thy dear example, and we follow Thee;
O, now enfold us with Thy love most truly,
That willing bearers of Thy shame we be!
How blest, all this for Thy sake to be sharing!
Thou dwell'st in us; we follow faithfully.
Thru crosses here Thou art Thine own preparing
For glory there: O, truly blest are we!

Therefore, ye Christ's disciples, all together,
O, consecrate yourself to Him anew!
United stand; and let love's flame forever
Inflame your hearts with passions, strong and true,
And love in Him alike His humble children,
Whom He has chosen as His sacred bride!
He loves us all and names us all His brethren;
We are His people who in Him abide.

He will us as His people then acknowledge,
When He appears on that great Judgment day;
Before His Father He will then confess us;
His love for us no one can take away!
O, what a happiness for us is waiting
When He, our bridegroom, will appear with might,
Us as His holy bride, with Him uniting
And dry our tears in that eternal light!

With bliss eternal we shall be rewarded:
The crown of life will then the bride adorn.
The tears, the pain, the scorn, the gown of mourning
Shall change to rapture on that joyful morn.
Fulfilled will be what faith is hoping ever;
There we will greet the One our heart doth love;
The stream of life is flowing there forever,
So clear and crystal for us from above.

As King of glory we shall see our Saviour,
Before whose face all earth and heaven flee;
Before whose feet, as humble subjects ever,
The heav'nly host in rev'rence bows the knee.
Yea, there at length must ev'ry knee be bowing,
When He appears upon that judgment-morn;
When He Himself as WorldJudge will be showing,
Of whom the present world but speaks with scorn.

O, woe to all who here His Word disdaining
Now proudly, boldly walk the sinner's way,
Whose only thought is gold and honor gaining,
Who think the Christian foolish in his day.
How the Avenger, then Himself revealing,
Shall recompense what ev'ry one hath done!
How foolish then shall seem their earthly dealing
Who here upon the scorner's path have gone.

Then shall their laughter all be changed to sorrow,
When earthly joys their final end shall gain,
Yea, gnashing teeth shall have an endless morrow
In late remorse, in torment and in pain.
Their worm, the evil conscience, never dying,
An endless fire at the spirit gnaws,
For worldly sowing brings endless destroying;
Woe him who not unto the Spirit sows!

It shall be well, if we with tears are sowing
The seed in hope of blest eternity,
Despising scorn our foes are here bestowing,
And bearing persecution patiently;
Eternally will prosper fresh and vernal,
The seed of faith that we have planted here,
When we shall harvest 'mid the joys eternal,
And see the ripened sheaves in glory there.

The harvest there will truly our hearts gladden,
So let us freely sow while here we may;
And let us bear all crosses that would sadden,
The Father will reward us in that day.
There will the joys of heaven be unended;
The pain of earth will soon forgotten be.
Here sowing days with sighs and cares are blended;
There we shall reap with joy eternally.

Beloved pilgrims, faith's association,
Keep on in striving for the promised land!
Be praying, fighting without hesitation,
For that great harvest day is near at hand!
Behold the fields; they are soon ripe for harvest;
The fig tree now is putting forth its leaves.
Up, gather in! who slothful is in harvest,
No crown of righteousness from God receives.
Awake, Ye Witnesses

Awake, ye witnesses! Be burning
In deepest love; inflame also our hearts;
Let from above descend upon us
The fiery tongues that with their flaming darts
Rise up and melt together, we implore,
In fervent heat the faithful evermore!

Has love's bright flame died out among us?
Nay, it shall burn intensely and with zeal,
Shall be the pow'r and inspiration
That brings forth fruit of sweetness, pure and real;
It wafts to us the cooling heav'nly breeze,
Gives us in conflict victory and peace.

Thou, Shepherd, hast each one entreated
To work and do with diligence Thy will;
Ne'er shall Thy love in us be waning,
And as it bound the saints, so bind us still.
It gives us hope where we in fear would groan,
Leads us to trust in Thy good help alone.

The cross shall be our preparation,
Our hearts as holy temples to ordain,
Lest in eternal condemnation
Our soul shall suffer torment, grief and pain,
Sound therefore loud and clear Thy Shepherd's call;
Into our hearts its echo e'er shall fall.

The heaven's gates are standing open,
And in Thy holy covenant we stand.
If we but honor, if we trust Thee,
Thou wilt adorn us with Thy gracious hand,
Yea, though the earth and heaven pass away,
Yet in Thy covenant we'll ever stay.

We are engaged in mortal combat;
A coward soon despairs, turns back and flees,
But he whom Christ gives sword and armor,
Will persevere and gain eternal peace.
Then joyfully, O brethren, ever on;
For after victory we'll wear the crown.
Celebrating The Lord's Day

To Thee, O Lord, be this day dedicated!
Let all rejoice who join to celebrate it!
Let us with joy be in Thy nearness staying
And to Thee praying.

The heav'nly hosts extol Thee with their praises;
Our tongue its voice in honor to Thee raises.
Then be our thanks and all our supplication
Thy exaltation.

In vain this world would tempt me with its pleasure;
My spirit in Thy statutes finds a treasure.
The holy word Thy messengers are preaching
Shall be my teaching.

Let us in meekness, Father, come before Thee;
I know Thou lovest those who would adore Thee.
What Thy flock needs each day of earthly living,
Thou wilt be giving.

May we today, through Thy good Spirit learning,
From ways that please Thee not our steps be turning!
O let us through Thy Word new pow'rs receiving,
To Thee be cleaving!

This is a day of blessing and rejoicing;
On gospel pastures Thou Thy flock art leading.
From fountains clear and living waters flowing,
Good fruits are growing.

This we remember with devout thanksgiving,
That Thou this day didst break the grave, and living,
Didst show Thyself to Thy disciples, saddened:
And their hearts gladdened.

Yea, praise be Thine! Grim death hast Thou defeated;
O Prince of Life, salvation is completed!
For us, Redeemer, Thou hast been victorious;
Thy praise be glorious!

Thy fame resound in highest exultation
Today from this, Thy faithful congregation.
Praise ye His name, ye saints in earth and heaven
Forever. Amen!
The City Of God

God has built on firm foundation
His holy city and the nations
In unbelief against it stand.
Yet it shall endure forever,
And men shall see with fear and wonder
Who governs it with mighty hand.
The God of Israel
Within its gates does dwell;
Hallelujah!
Rejoice with glee,
For blest shall be
Whose priv'lege is to dwell with Thee.

Zion's gates the Lord is blessing;
His grace upon them He's dispensing,
And makes their bars and crossbeams fast,
Fills its citizens with pleasure,
Rewards and blesses without measure
Those who will trust Him to the last.
How noble is His grace!
With patience He always
Bears His children.
O City rare,
So rich and fair,
Which God does as His own declare!

Great and holy is the teaching
His messengers in thee are preaching,
Such as no other nation hears.
God's own Word is thy salvation;
He gives His Spirit's inspiration,
By which all darkness disappears.
We hear from time to time
Thy gospel's lovely chime:
"Grace eternal."
How sweet the sound
That here is found,
Where crowns of endless life abound!

Dry your tears, ye hearts nigh broken,
Of Zion it shall yet be spoken:
"Her citizens in number grow!"
Men shall see with fear and wonder
How God builds Zion; they shall ponder
The grace and strength He doth bestow.
Lift up your souls and hearts;
The nations' day departs.
Then His day comes; Zion shall rise,
And Judah's eyes
The One it pierced will recognize!

Mother thou of ev'ry nation,
That here hath sought and found salvation,
O Zion, thou shalt truly be.
What a chorus of rejoicing
Shall once the saints in thee be voicing!
The Fount of Life is found in thee.
In thee the waters well
That every thirst can still.
Hallelujah! From death's dread cave,
From dangers grave,
No one but Zion's God can save!

Zion's city, God's creation,
Thou shalt be mother of the nation
That finds eternal life in thee!
Songs of praising and rejoicing
From thee to heaven will be rising;
In thee the stream of life shall be!
From thee the waters burst
That quench the burning thirst.
Hallelujah! Save us from death,
From all distress,
Thou, Zion's God of righteousness!
Farewell

Live peacefully! Said Christ, the Lord,
Unto His own elected.
My brethren dear, O heed His Word
As those with God connected.
To you I tell
As my farewell,
In concord ne'er to waver;
Though I depart,
Yet in my heart
I'm bound to you forever.

A pain of heart posseses me,
I sigh with deep affection.
Because the Lord has thus decreed
My sojourn's termination.
My deep distress
I must confess
At this our parting sudden.
Though I depart,
Yet in my heart
You ne'er shall be forgotten.

A Christian manner ever show,
As you have been instructed;
On firm foundation you must grow,
On Christ's way be conducted.
My brethren, see,
This is my plea
In parting on the morrow.
Though we must part,
Here stays my heart,
Shares with you joy and sorrow.

We've lived in peace together here,
As all can see most clearly;
We've lived as Christians who would bear
The Saviour's name sincerely,
E'en as all do
Whose faith is true;
And hence I leave with sadness.
Though I depart,
You have my heart.
I think of you with gladness.

My loving friends, full many a tear
Have I shed for you, weeping;
This has been done in love sincere
While I my watch was keeping.
For night and day
My heart did pray:
"God keep you ev'ry hour!"
Though I depart,
You have my heart
That you with love will shower.

Ye fathers, strive with courage bold,
In sowing and in reaping;
With watchful care attend the fold
That God puts in your keeping.
Then Christ the Lord
As your reward
The crown of life will render.
Although we part,
Yet shall my heart
In love to you surrender.

Ye children, in submission yield
Due rev'rence to the fathers.
Through love and peace shall be revealed
How good fruits you may gather.
Each heart increase
In perfect peace
And joy in Christ the Saviour;
Though now we part,
Yet pleads my heart:
Learn wisdom, truth and favor!

Praised be the Lord who gives us strength,
Who leads and gives direction.
My brethren, when you kneel in pray'r,
For me make intercession.
'Twill not be vain;
Pray'r as a chain
Binds us in God together,
And when we part,
Unites each heart
In Jesus' name forever.
Submission

Nay, I will not sorrow!
Who knows if tomorrow
Light will shine for me?
He who safely guideeth,
All good things provideth,
Ne'er will part from me.
If indeed His hand shall lead,
Though on dark way He should carry,
Should I doubt or worry?

Nay, I will not murmur,
But in faith grow firmer,
Though His help delays;
When my heart is longing,
When my tears come thronging,
He'll not hide His face.
Impatience Becomes offence;
Tests and trials are our training;
Let us cease complaining.

Nay, I'll not be choosing,
Lest, His help refusing,
I should be deceived;
My imperfect vision,
Sees but the beginning,
Not the end achieved.
My own choice Would ne'er suffice;
Though He hides His plans unshaken,
God is ne'er mistaken.

In my God confiding,
And in faith abiding,
Hope shall cheer my heart;
Though the storms be blowing,
God His love is showing;
Love heals ev'ry smart.
Ev'ry weight Love will abate;
May I but in tribulation
Win His approbation.

Do I seem forsaken?
Is my spirit shaken,
Knowing not God's will?
Yet in all affliction
I'll accept correction
In submission still.
He'll provide what's good and right;
All my earthly tribulation
Serves to my salvation.

Oft through bitter conflict,
Yet to peaceful concord
Leads my pilgrim way;
He who fought so glorious,
Over death victorious,
He will near me stay;
Thou, O Lord, O'ercam'st the world,
So we'll conquer in believing,
Victory achieving.
Love Toward Jesus

Precious Jesus, Thou my portion,
Naught on earth so dear as Thou!
Never can I keep my silence;
Urged by love, to Thee I bow;
Love that draws me, Thee to own;
Love that loves Thee, Lord, alone;
Love by which, to Thee united
Heart and spirit are requited.

In this life one thing is needful,
That we may Thy pleasure seek;
This shall be my constant striving,
Thee, Lord, in my heart to keep.
He who has Thee in this life
Will not faint in fiercest strife.
He can praise Thee, Lord, with gladness,
Tho' the world should rave in madness.

If in trials Thou art near me,
I shall be by Thee consoled,
Though men should seek to destroy me,
Fast to Thee, my God, I'll hold.
I have Thee: That will suffice,
For Thy love all need supplies,
Drawing me from earth to heaven,
Wholly to Thy sweet love given.

Draw me, as Thou wilt, O Saviour;
Give to me Thy holy mind!
Then my heart shall rest forever,
All my troubles left behind,
For the suff'rings of this time
Measure not the joy sublime
That in heaven shall be given
To those who here well have striven.

All this world, its empty pleasures,
These no longer have my love;
They who hold them as their treasures
Void are of the wealth above,
That they who Thine own would be,
Dearest Jesus, find in Thee,
And with those their stand have taken
Who this vain world have forsaken.

So my heart is in Thy heaven;
There my spirit too would be,
For this world, by pleasure driven,
But a Babel is to me.
My true homeland is above;
There I'm drawn by bonds of love
Toward Him who love showers on me,
And who giveth Himself for me!

Jesus, help me then to conquer
Sinful world and carnal mind;
Let my hope in Thee be grounded
And in Thee its anchor find!
May my heart and soul and mind
With Thee, Jesus, be entwined.
"Forward" as my watchword choosing,
All my trust in Thee reposing.

Thou hast been forever faithful;
Jesus, Thou art ever true!
And Thy love is in all sorrow
Sweet, and every morning new,
And at even I find Thee,
Dearest Saviour, still with me;
There I can bring my vexation
To Thee without hesitation.

Lord, Thy tender, loving likeness
Deep into my heart impress!
And that I may fail in nothing,
Give me steadfast watchfulness.
O, direct my heart to Thee.
Govern Thou my tongue in me,
That it speak no other story
But Thy praise, renown, and glory.
Our Conversation Is In Heaven

As a trav'ler home returning
From some far and distant land,
Thinks of it with bosom yearning,
Ere his foot has touched the strand,
So amid the noisy pleasures
Of the world the heart oft sighs
For the nobler, higher treasures
Laid up for us in the skies.

All our choice and our endeavor
Are for Him Who gave us love,
And our soul would live forever
For Him Who came from above.
Here alone it finds contentment;
Here alone delights to be;
Gladly leaves the world's enchantment
For the joy it shares with Thee.

Jesus, like a magnet, raises
Our faint spirit to the skies;
And we seem in pray'r and praises
As on eagle's wings to rise.
All our life and conversation
Is before our Saviour's face;
All our thoughts and occupation
This vain world cannot embrace.

Should our enemies asperse us,
Our dear Lord, who loves us so,
Bids us bless e'en those who curse us
And to love our greatest foe.
He, who died for our salvation
And on us hath life bestowed,
Wills that by our conversation
We should glorify our God.

Can we have our hearts in heaven
And yet earthly-minded live?
Can we, who have been forgiven,
Not forget and not forgive?
Can we hate an erring brother,
Only love when we are loved,
And not bear with one another,
By Christ's Holy Spirit moved?

Nay, no hater or blasphemer,
None who slander and defame,
Can be one with the Redeemer,
Who was gentle as a lamb.
Love will cause assimilation
With the object of our love;
Love will work a transformation
And renewal from above.

Let me ne'er from Thee be parted,
Saviour true and full of love!
That I may live true and holy,
Send Thy teaching from above!
Keep me from the world unspotted,
That I may not only be
To Thy service here devoted,
But abide in heav'n with Thee!
Thanks And Prayer

Oh, Son of God, to Thee we sing!
Unto Thy throne of grace we bring
Our song in chorus, full and clear;
Incline to us Thy heart and ear.
To Thee we sing!

We give Thee thanks, Oh Lamb of God,
That on the cross beam Thou hast bought
For us salvation, peace and grace
With Thee in heaven's resting place!
We give Thee thanks!

We now rejoice, Lord Jesus Christ,
That Thou from death and grave didst rise.
Thou livest now, Oh Lord, and we
Hope Thou wilt take us unto Thee.
We now rejoice!

Oh, Prince of Life, We are Thine own,
The flock Thou guidest from Thy throne.
And we ourselves and all award,
Forever unto Thee, Oh Lord!
We are Thine own!

Draw us to Thee, exalted One!
Extend Thy hand from heaven's throne,
That we may follow faithful, true,
In trials and afflictions, too;
Draw us to Thee!

Abide with us, Immanuel!
Thou Prince most strong in Israel!
Our Strength and Fortress be, we pray;
And lead us safely all the way.
Abide with us!
Communion Hymn

O, Spirit of God's strength and might,
Create in us new life and light;
O, join us all in heart and mind,
That access to God's throne we find
Within Thy light!

O, may we all united stand
By holy tie and sacred band,
As members of Christ's body mind,
Led by Thy Spirit true, sincere,
With one accord.

May we in perfect love be found
When we Thy table, Lord, surround;
Keep soul and body purified;
Thy blessings, Lord, be multiplied
Upon this feast.

Then come into our midst today;
Impart Thyself to us, we pray.
This cup and loaf are proof and sign
Of this, Thy covenant divine
In Jesus' blood.

Anew, Lord, we are bound to Thee
Through Thy blest sacrifice, which we
Partook, that joined in heart and hand;
To Zion's realm and holy land
We journey on.

Lord, lead us then by Thy strong hand
As pilgrims through this desert land;
We are pursued by many foes;
Deliver us from all our woes,
For we are Thine.

To Father, Son, and Spirit praise
For help and guidance on our ways!
Thou givest power from above,
Hast chosen us, through Christ, in love
To be Thine own!

Our joyful praise we sing to Thee,
O, Lord of glorious majesty!
Through Jesus Christ to Thee we pray
And bring our thanks to Thee today
Before Thy throne!
The Boundlessness Of God's Grace

O, my Lord Jesus Christ!
By grace I am apprised
Of gifts esteemed;
Filled with the Holy Ghost,
Among Thy chosen host,
I may now take my post,
Ever redeemed!

O, this redemption bond,
It goes so far beyond
My carnal view.
Thy merciful nature
Forever will endure,
And Thy word doth assure
Thy promise true.

As Jesus died for me,
And in the grave did lie
So I the same,
Immersed and buried there,
I'm resurrected where
I no more death shall share.
Praised be His name!

The body that believes,
Thy Son as head receives
In union strong;
So I, the scornful one,
This membership have won,
Since to the blessed Son
I now belong.

Thy grace so rich and free,
To me in high degree
Thou dost unfold;
Thou only, great and strong,
Couldst break the dreadful thong,
And draw from Satan's throng
Into Thy fold.

Therefore my voice I'll raise
In glad and joyous praise
Now on this shore,
And then in chorus clear
I'll sing Thy praises near,
O Lord, to Thy blest ear
Forevermore.
Christ My All

Oh, Thou fountain of love,
Whose bleeding, dying move erased my sin,
Immanuel so dear,
Thou fountain true and clear,
Be Thou to Thou my heart near,
And flow within.

Oh, Lord who art above,
Thou author of this love! Thou Lamb of God!
With Thy most precious blood,
That pure and cleansing flood,
Hast Thou my Thou freedom bought
Upon the cross.

My Saviour's righteousness
Is now my glorious dress Before my Lord.
Thy Spirit and Thy blood
To me redemption brought;
In likeness of my God
I serve His word.

He that condemneth me
Likewise shall also Thee, Jesus, despise.
It is not I that lives,
But my Lord Jesus gives
Life to him to who believes,
Oh, God Allwise.

Oh, my Immanuel!
Though Satan would compel Us all to die,
Yet Thou art ever near;
In conflicts most severe,
With world and Satan here,
Thou standest by.

Thou art my Light and Pow'r,
My Joy and Life each hour, Redeemer blest!
While pilgrim here I be,
I lift mine eyes to Thee,
My faith's security,
My soul's true Rest!

Faith's language this shall be
Through all adversity: Faithful is God!
In Christ, His Only Son,
He dearly loved each one,
Chose them to be His own,
Ere man earth trod.

Worship and laud and praise
In strength and clarity, O Lord, to Thee!
Now feeble, verily,
One day Thy praise shall be
Unclouded, pure and free,
Eternally!
Thou Hast Words Of Life

Oh, how joyful is the hour
When we, Lord, draw nigh to Thee,
And the words of life and power
From Thy holy lips receive.
May we not in vain assemble
'Round Thy word, O Lord, today;
Into our hearts meek and humble
Write the Word of Life, we pray!

At Thy feet, O Lord, we linger;
Speak to us in accents clear!
Let us hear Thy word so tender
Eagerly with godly fear.
Teach us follow Thy example;
Teach us to devote our time;
This so short a time, though ample
For eternity sublime.

Teach us to escape destruction
Through the power of Thy grace,
All offense, with Thy instruction
To forsake and to efface.
And according to Thy pleasure
Think and speak, endure and choose,
Striving onward toward that treasure,
As we have no time to lose.

Open, Lord, our understanding,
As to Thy disciples there.
May our hearts be e'er demanding
Wisdom's light with Thee to share.
Heav'nly Light that oft has banished
Many dark and dreary spots;
Light, O Lord, in us replenish;
In Thy light we stumble not.

And Love's holy fire, we pray Thee,
Pour into each spotless heart,
That in joy or in affliction
Ne'er from Thee we may depart.
May we never feel encumbered
With the cross that we must bear,
Gladly leave in self-denial
What Thy kingdom cannot share.

Let Thy word bring light and gladness,
Strength and power to our heart;
May it be the living motive
Causing each to do his part.
Help to store in careful keeping
What this day we may receive;
Manifest Thy healing power
In all who Thy word believe.
I Will Not Leave Thee

We thank Thee, precious Saviour dear,
That we are not left weary,
As poor neglected orphans here
On lonely ways so dreary.
'Mid people strange, in foreign land
And where our speech has no demand,
As foolish ones regarded.
Nay, not as orphans stand we here.
To us, O Lord, at all times near
Thy presence is accorded.

Thy Spirit, Lord, is with us here,
Oh, precious, holy blessing!
Which on our pathway us doth cheer
With love and peace caressing.
Thou sendest light in darkness dim
And warmest us with love's bright beam,
With food and drink dost nourish.
Oh, stand by us with word and deed,
And by Thy Spirit do Thou lead
Us on our pilgrim journey.

Thou art among us with Thy word,
Its grace and pow'r revealing;
And with its truth Thou dost, O Lord,
Create a heav'nly feeling.
How kindly dost Thou bring us cheer.
How dost Thou warn and teach to fear
In ev'ry way and manner!
How doth it cause the pain depart!
How doth it bring joy to the heart
Beneath Thy Holy banner!

Thou art with Thy blest Sacrament
Into our midst invited,
Where heart and soul with one accord
With Thee can be united.
Thy heart that once its precious blood
Has shed for us, a cleansing flood,
In love for us still burneth.
There floweth life's eternal stream;
There shineth love's enlight'ning beam
To whom in grace He turneth.

Thou art with us, where two or three
In holy union gather,
And pray in faith, from doubting free,
Unto the heav'nly Father.
For Thou Thyself art present, Lord,
Where brethren meet in one accord,
And blessed hours are given,
A foretaste of that heritage,
Beyond our earthly pilgrimage,
Awaiting us in heaven.

Thy sacred peace doth rest upon
Our hearts when fears may grieve us;
What, dying, Thou for us hast won
Thou here on earth dost give us.
Though troubles in our path may lie,
And Satan, world, and sin may try
With threats to terrify us;
In Thee our peace shall anchored be
Because we fully trust in Thee,
And Thou wilt well supply us.

Thou art with us, we do not sigh,
Uncertain and forsaken;
We fear not although ills be nigh
Upon the path we've taken;
We dread no cross, tho' dark its night,
No foe's grim wrath or evil might,
Nor even hell's black portal;
For He who is our Lord and King
Beneath the shadow of His wing
Keeps us for life immortal!

Although unseen, Thou art with us;
And while we wait in sadness,
The time is brief till we shall pass
Into Thy realm of gladness,
Forevermore to be with Thee,
To view Thy glorious majesty,
And praise Thy name, O Saviour.
Abide with us and be our stay
And guide us safely to the day
We see Thy face forever!
Abiding In Jesus

Dearest Saviour, let me ever
In Thy service here abide;
Ne'er would I from Thee be severed,
Walking daily by Thy side.
By Thee is my life inspired,
Thou art strength and light to me,
As a branch that has acquired
From the vine its energy.

Could I elsewhere find such treasure
As Thou, Lord, with me hast shared,
Such rich gifts of grace and pleasure
Thousandfold for me prepared?
Could I find a consolation
Such as Thou, O Lord, dost give,
Who from earth and all the heavens
Might and power dost receive?

Who could find me such a Master?
Who, what Christ hath done, would do,
Saved me from sin and disaster
With His precious blood so true?
Should not I be His true servant
Who His life on Calv'ry gave,
In devotion also fervent,
Faithful unto death and grave?

Yea with Thee, Lord, I'll continue
As in pleasure, so in grief;
And in daily consecration
Unto Thee my life I give.
For Thy summons I am ready,
And Thy final call await;
He can welcome death who daily
All to Thee doth consecrate.

Lord, throughout my pilgrim journey,
Let me find Thee by my side;
And when evening shades are falling
Do Thou still with me abide.
And in holy benediction
Lay on me Thy hand of love,
Saying: Son, thy course is finished;
But through faith thou'lt live above!

Stay Thou near me when the shadows
Of chill death are drawing nigh,
Like the frosty breath of morning
Ere the dawn in rosy sky.
When the darkness falls around me,
Then illuminate my soul;
As a traveler home returning
May I reach my heav'nly goal.
The Father Loves Us

Rejoice, the Father loves us here,
In sympathy remembers,
And all the gifts we need to cheer
So graciously He renders.
What lack we then,
Yet further, when
Our Father has such pleasure
To share with us His treasure?

Though we may roam the wide world o'er,
And have no earthly treasure,
Our Father's love can give us more
Than worlds of wealth can measure.
We have no fear
Of need while here,
For we shall lack in nothing
Of daily food and clothing.

He who for us so much has done
To purchase our salvation,
Who gave His own beloved Son
For our propitiation,
He who bestows
Such love on foes
Will He, our God and Father,
Not care for us much rather?

Before His throne of grace we may
Present ourselves with boldness,
Nor fear that He will turn away
His face from us with coldness.
He will and can
Hear ev'ry man
Who offers His petition
With faith and true submission.

In Jesus Christ the Father's heart
Is open to receive us;
We fly to Him when inward smart
And outward troubles grieve us.
There we may rest
Secure and blest,
Exposed no more to dangers,
To care and sorrow strangers.

Think ye the near approach of death
Can make our hearts feel sadly?
Ah, no, when "Come" the Father saith,
We'll travel homeward gladly.
Far better 'twere
That we were there!
"Oh, would that He would call us!"
We sigh when grief befalls us.

He loveth us; that is enough
To fill our hearts with gladness;
He loveth us; that is enough
To banish ev'ry sadness.
Lord, grant that we
Love also Thee
With love true and unceasing,
Yea, ev'ry day increasing.
Assembly Hymn

Assembled congregation,
With thanks and adoration,
Before God's throne appear.
With pray'r and supplication
Each heart shall seek occasion
To see the light of grace so clear.

In silence give attention,
The Lord will cheer and strengthen
With His own word and hand.
If earnestly we seek Him,
And pray'rfully entreat Him,
He'll not let us as orphans stand.

His word is full of promise;
His angels He'll admonish
His servants to attend,
Who in His grace are sharing,
And here on earth preparing
For that bright home and happy land.

Send, Lord, Thy holy teaching
To us in humble preaching,
Yet in the Spirit's pow'r,
That we, a new creation,
In love and true devotion
May bear our burden ev'ry hour.

Thy Word alone enlightens,
With light and power brightens
What seems a mystery.
It gives us understanding
In living faith expanding,
Subduing ev'ry enemy.

Inspire, O Lord, each servant
With love and ardor fervent
Thy gospel to proclaim;
That, prompted by Thy Spirit,
They work and toil with merit
Unto the glory of Thy name.

Thy messengers Thou sendest,
By them to us extendest
The living Bread of heav'n.
That none of us may perish,
Arouse our hearts to cherish
The grace and healing to us given.

Give faithful servants ever
Who have but one endeavor,
Thy Gospel to proclaim;
Who heed Thy Spirit holy
And strive and labor solely,
O, Lord, to glorify Thy name.

O Father, be the Giver
Of Jesus' powers ever
Unto Thy children here;
Let more and more be given
The inner life from heaven
To all who pray with heart sincere!

O, bind together fully
With love's devotion holy
Thy people, dearest Lord,
For whom Thy blood was given
To ransom them for heaven.
O, hallow them and keep them, Lord!
Praise Ye The Lord

Praise ye the Lord! Praise ye the Lord!
Yea, my soul unto Him sing;
Thanks and praise my voice shall bring.
Laud His great, holy name each day.
With all my heart I'll Amen say.
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Praise ye the Lord! Praise ye the Lord!
O my soul forget it not!
Lauding Him, it is your lot.
What good He did for thee reveal,
Thee from sin and weakness did heal.
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Praise ye the Lord! Praise ye the Lord!
He who saved thy life and all,
From destruction and from fall,
Blessings great on thee bestowing,
On thy path His grace o'erflowing.
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Praise ye the Lord! Praise ye the Lord!
He who makes thy heart rejoice
And to praise Him with thy voice,
Thy life and heart He reneweth,
Strength of youth on thee bestoweth.
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Praise thou the Lord! Praise thou the Lord!
He is truly patient, thus
With His grace doth comfort us;
His ways to us He e'er showeth;
And His light on our path gloweth.
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Praise thou the Lord! Praise thou the Lord!
As a father pity shows
Toward a child that trouble knows,
So God doth pity us ever,
All who fear Him doth deliver.
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Praise thou the Lord! Praise thou the Lord!
Just and faithful is His name,
And He knoweth well our frame.
Dust are we from the beginning,
Yet He pardoneth our sinning.
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Praise thou the Lord! Praise thou the Lord!
We are naught without His might.
He is Source of all true light.
His loving grace and His favor
Shall abide with us forever.
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Praise ye the Lord! Praise ye the Lord!
Who His bond of peace here know,
To His name due honor show!
To save and lead us to heaven,
He His Word as rule hath given.
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Praise ye the Lord! Praise ye the Lord!
He the changeless, Holy One,
Sits upon His heavenly throne
And dwells in a light most glorious,
Over all His foes victorious.
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Praise ye the Lord! Praise ye the Lord!
Ye His angels that excel
And His pow'r and glory tell,
Ye mighty ones, who so fully
Do His commandments most holy.
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

Praise ye the Lord! Praise ye the Lord!
Ye who His true servants are!
Preach His Word both near and far,
Till o'er the world it is ringing!
O, my soul, His praise be singing!
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
Now It Is Done

Now it is accomplished! I'm no longer mine;
Lord, I will forever and always be Thine,
For Thou hast created and purchased me too,
Baptized with Thy Spirit, Thou makest me new.

Now it is accomplished! My freedom is gone,
As I am a captive of God and His Son;
What freedom! O, I was by Satan enslav'd
To do his ill bidding; but now I am saved.

Now it is accomplished! I now become free;
From sin and transgression redeemed I shall be;
The prince of this world, he enslaveth his own,
A Christian thro' Christ has his liberty won.

Now it is accomplished! Ye passions depart!
A temple for Jesus shall now be my heart.
O kind, loving Shepherd, Thou heavenly Guest,
Thou bringest me comfort where I was oppressed.

Now it is accomplished! My soul He hath healed;
A portion in heaven to me He hath sealed.
O, may He direct me through joy and through ill;
I'll never forsake Him, but follow Him still.

Now it is accomplished, O covenant blest!
His will on my heart and my tongue is impressed;
To speak or keep silence as He shall command,
With prayer and with worship before Him to stand.

Ah, now it is done! Now I live unto Thee;
My Light and my Life, oh, abide Thou with me!
To follow Thee ever shall be my sole aim
Thro' shade or thro' sunshine, thro' honor or shame.

Ah, now it is done! Now I fear not to die,
For death hath no terrors when Jesus is nigh.
The body from pain and from labor hath rest;
The spirit soars up to the home of the blest.

Now it is accomplished! Though deep in my soul
I fear lest in weakness I stray from the goal;
Yet I will not waver, my Saviour is kind;
I trust in His mercy; thus courage I find.

Now it is accomplished! With heart and with mind
To Thee, my dear Saviour, I now am resigned!
I'll ever be faithful in life and in death,
Abiding in Jesus unto my last breath.
The Lord Is Your Reward

Ye shepherds, Who the Lord do love,
And through the Spirit from above,
Proclaim to men salvation,
How much the Lord to you has willed,
Who at His blessed kingdom build,
It is beyond expression!
Therefore, therefore, Be ye faithful!
How delightful! God with pleasure
Will impart the crown and treasure.

Ye messengers of peace shall bring
The glorious gospel of the King
To man in accents truthful.
How great your blest reward shall be
When Jesus Christ, the Lord, will see
That ye were true and faithful!
Ev'ry brother Who such mission
And position Has been granted,
Shall be to the end undaunted.

Ye guards on Zion's walls, prepare!
For soon your Master will appear
Your full reward bestowing.
In joyful ranks ye then will stand;
The evidence will be at hand,
Your work and labor showing;
In great numbers, Souls enlisted
And assisted To find favor
In the eyes of Christ, the Saviour.

To ev'ry servant be it told,
How he should use with courage bold
The talent God has given.
His treasure he should well defend,
Abundantly good seed should spend,
When it may lead to heaven,
Many persons Who receive it
And believe it, They'll have gladness,
And be free from grief and sadness.

Such servant shall be full of cheer,
His Master's will fulfilling here
With joy and with affection.
His greatest pleasure he will find
In doing good and being kind,
To lead in Christ's direction.
Greatly shall The faithful servants,
Pious virgins, Be regarded
With the bread from heav'n rewarded.

Oh, precious Saviour, fill anew
Thy servants who are staunch and true
With light and Holy Spirit,
With joy and with Thy wondrous might,
That in Thy service they delight,
Producing fruits of merit!
Shield Thou, Bless Thou All who labor,
Love their neighbor, And are faithful
With the talent Thou didst render.

Hath he that trusted in the Lord,
Here buildeth on His Holy Word,
Not comfort overflowing?
From day to day he brings his need
To Him who giveth all indeed
While perfect peace bestowing.
Who here in faith Sees God truly.
Trusting fully, Him hath taken,
He shall never be forsaken.

Though children may have faith within;
And live no more in former sin,
Yet have they need of teaching;
They come into the highest school,
Where Christ, Himself, doth teach, and rule,
And guideth by His preaching.
There His pure love Every hour
Us with power, Animateth,
Faith, love, hope in us createth.
The Promised Rest

God's people yet shall take possession
Of that sweet land of rest so bright;
Rejoice! From bondage and oppression,
From service in this earthly night,
Soon Christ will come and will relieve you;
Your tears will cease, and joy He'll give you.
Your pains and burdens He'll remove,
Will ease you of distress and sorrow,
And on that bright and better morrow
Will bring you to that rest above.

But only if we have been faithful,
Have shunned no cross nor yet contempt,
So shall we to that sweet and grateful
Repose and rest in heav'n be sent.
Then let us watch and pray sincerely
And realize our duty clearly
As each and ev'ry one should do.
So do not waste your time in sleeping,
And finally come short of reaping
This rest in heav'n prepared for you.

Ye who are now God's chosen people,
Look back to Israel of old!
From their example take a teaching
And cling to God with heart and soul!
Without complaint and lamentation
Bear ye distress and earth's privation;
Rely upon your Saviour's hand.
Your tears will change to joyful singing;
From desert wild your God is bringing
You to that fair and promised land.

There sheaves of joy we shall be bringing;
The tearful sowing there will cease.
The Father's mansion shall be ringing
With songs of praise in endless peace.
No pain, nor death, nor tribulation
When we shall reach our destination,
And Christ, our King, we shall behold.
He'll wipe away our tears of sadness,
Will fill our longing hearts with gladness,
With glory that can ne'er be told.

There peace shall reign in fullest measure;
No gnawing care shall mar our rest!
Ye weary ones, ye shall have pleasure:
Come, lean upon your Saviour's breast!
Oh, had we wings to hasten yonder,
No more o'er earthly ills to ponder
To join that bright, triumphant band!
Make haste, my soul; forget all sadness,
For peace awaits thee, joy and gladness.
Thy perfect rest is nigh at hand.
The 23rd Psalm

The Lord is my Shepherd;
No want I'll suffer;
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures,
And leadeth me by the still waters.
He my soul in peace restoreeth.
He leadeth me on righteous pathways
To His name's praise and honor
And thogh I walk in the vale of darkness here,
I need fear no evil,
For thou art with me,
For Thou art with me.
Thy rod and Thy staff comfort me.
Thou preparest a table for me
In the face of my foes.
Anointest my head with oil;
My cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy
Follow me all the days of my life
And thus shall I dwell in God's holy house
Now and forevermore,
In God's holy house evermore,
In God's holy house evermore.
Parting Hymn

May now the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ,
The peace and love of God,
The fellowship of His Holy Spirit
Abide with us all, Yea, with us all!
Amen.
Before The Meeting

With your Zion's harps now chiming,
Praise the Lord! Let's do our best.
Soon will come the time of parting;
We'll be laid in earth to rest.
Exercise yourself in praising
The true God, and laud His fame,
Tho' our faith at times be waning,
We find courage in His name.

They above are ever singing
Anthems God hath taught to them,
And He faileth not in teaching
Us to sing and praise His name.
He hath now our hearts inspired
With a true and fervent love;
Gifted us with voice and talents,
Thus to praise His name above.

See them, who their harps suspending
On the weeping willow tree,
Lacking zeal, Thy pardon spurning,
They could not rejoice in Thee.
But we are in Thee confiding,
Freed from Babylon and sin;
Even tho' our life they threaten,
Thou, O Lord, wilt help us win!
Prayer For Access To God's Throne

Thou great High Priest and teacher,
Give me and ev'ry creature
Much incense unto pray'r,
True hearts, sincere and pious,
The light of grace be nigh us,
Of all strange spirits to beware.

An ear to hear Thee gladly,
An eye that nothing sadly
Will turn from Thee away.
My lips be pure and holy,
Careful my feet and wholly
Prepared with Thee to go Thy way.

My hands give blessed greeting.
My soul its best friend meeting,
His temple would I be.
I feel an exultation.
Thy Spirit's animation,
Which none but God's elect can see.

Oh, friend so kind and truthful,
Come pour Thy Spirit fruitful
Upon each pray'rful heart!
Each time we come before Thee
To worship and implore Thee,
Thy light and grace to us impart.
The Children's Supplication

O Lord, behold us gathered here,
As children 'round a light!
We pray Thee, Lord, that Thou come near,
And guide our hearts aright.

Give us like unto Lydia
An open heart and ear.
We pray Thee, Lord, O come to us
Through bolted doors appear!

O Lord, we pray to us reveal
Thy words of grace and might,
Which Thou from him dost not conceal
Who seeketh truth and light.

Lord Jesus Christ, with us abide
In this dark day and time,
Until we see the morning light
Eternally sublime.
Attentive Hearers

Let us hear and give attention,
God's own teaching to embrace,
For again He maketh mention
Of His covenant of grace;
Words of life and consolation
Come to us, His congregation,
How thro' Jesus Christ, His Son,
Full redemption we have won.

May our hearts each day be opened
Unto Thy good Word, O Lord!
Lest our calling be neglected,
Lead us on with one accord!
Let Thy Spirit, we implore Thee,
Teach us how we may adore Thee.
Close to Thee let us remain,
Till Thy likeness we attain.
Petition For The Lord's Blessings

Blessed, holy is the hour
When we, Jesus, think of Thee,
And Thy word in godly power
Hear and in our hearts receive.
So we pray to Thee, imploring,
Open Thou our understanding!
May we hear, as Mary heard,
Sacred teachings of Thy word.

May it reach our hearts, we pray Thee;
On good soil may it take root.
With Thy heav'nly blessings nourished,
May it bring the pleasing fruit.
May we all in richest measure,
Lord, to Thy great joy and pleasure,
As Thy plants of honor grow!
Amen! Yea, Lord, be it so!
Gathering In Jesus' Name

Behold, O Jesus, we implore Thee,
Thy flock assembled now before Thee,
That we may, Lord, Thy blessings find!
O raise Thy hand in heav'nly blessing,
Thy Spirit true our hearts possessing,
Which makes us humble, meek and kind.

Thy peace shall flow upon our meeting;
The kiss of faith shall be our greeting,
When we are gathered by Thy side!
Should only two or three assemble
In Jesus' Name, yet meek and humble,
His peace and love in us abide.
Boundless Mercy

To me is given boundless mercy,
A gift that I did not deserve;
Such wondrous love, It is so marv'lous,
That such for me should be reserved.
But since I know, I will rejoice,
And praise Thy mercy with my voice.

And I who naught but wrath did merit,
Shall now in grace with God abide!
He reconciled my wayward spirit,
Through His own blood, and gave me light.
From whence came this? What is it for?
Unbounded mercy, nothing more.

To Thee, O God, I must confess it,
Thy grace to me Thou didst impart.
Before all men I will express it,
Because I feel it in my heart.
I bow before fore Thee and rejoice,
And praise Thy mercy with my voice.

No man shall take this rich possession,
It is my boast and my delight;
My faith in "Mercy" finds expression,
In pray'r I praise its wondrous might.
On this compassion I endure
Unto my death in hope secure.

Lord, Thou who art so rich in mercy,
Take Thy compassion not from me.
And when death calls, then lead me surely
Through my dear Saviour's death to Thee.
Eternally I will rejoice,
And praise Thy mercy with my voice.

Give me, Lord, sympathy and mercy
With my poor brethren in distress,
My bitt'rest foe to love and pity.
Thy love in death Thou didst confess.
Thy blood for sinners does implore:
Compassion! grace, forevermore.
Christ, The Foundation

I now have found the firm foundation
Where evermore my anchor grounds!
It lay there ere the world's creation,
Where else, but in my Saviour's wounds?
Foundation which unmov'd shall stay,
When earth and heaven pass away.

O depth of love, in which past finding
My sins through Christ's blood disappear!
This is for wounds the safest binding,
There is no condemnation here.
For Jesus' blood thro' earth and skies
Forever "Mercy! Mercy!" cries.

I never will forget this crying,
In faith I'll trust it all my days;
And when o'er all my sins I'm sighing
I t'ward my Father's heart will gaze.
For there is always to be found
Free mercy without end or bound.

Though in the best of all my actions,
In works that are admir'd the most,
I must perceive great imperfections;
I surely have no right to boast.
Yet this sweet comfort doth abide,
In "Mercy" only I'll confide.

Be it with me as He is willing
Whose mercy is a boundless sea;
May He, Himself, my heart be stilling,
That this may ne'er forgotten be.
So rests my heart in joy and woe
On mercy while it beats below.

On this foundation I, unshrinking,
Will stand, while I on earth remain;
This shall engage my acting, thinking,
While I the breath of life retain.
Then I will sing eternally
Unfathomed Mercy, still of Thee!
Looking Back To The Day Of Salvation

O blissful hour and holy,
When in God's cov'nant truly
Through Christ's blood I did I did pass.
There was I blest forever
From Satan's realm was severed,
Then when I took this holy bath.

According to God's pleasure,
Christ's grace in richest measure
He did on me be me bestow.
There was to me accorded
The holy gift afforded,
When Jesus Christ I learned to know.

Joined to His congregation
In blest association,
Washed in His precious precious blood,
From ev'ry bold transgression
I now find consolation;
How kind and merciful is God!

I was with Him related
And in His fold instated,
A lamb of Jesus' Jesus' flock,
Which is in Christ united,
And through His wounds requited;
I anchor now upon this rock.
The Morning Star

How bright the morning Star doth shine,
Adorned with grace and truth divine,
So glorious in the heaven!
Thou tender shepherd, David's Son,
Our King upon the heav'nly throne,
Hast grace and mercy given!
Lovely, Friendly, Fair and glorious,
All victorious, Rich in blessing,
Rule and might o'er all possessing!

Oh treasure that no equal finds,
Oh Son of God, Thy praise reminds
Us of our Father's favor!
Our hearts o'erflow with fervent praise.
The glorious gospel of Thy grace
Gives life and Spirit's savor!
Thee, Thee, Will we Hold forever,
Forsake never, Bread from heaven,
Of the Father's mercy given.

Pour deep into my heart anew
The godly light and heav'nly view,
The flame of love's pure fire!
Fill me with strength that I may be
Thy member closely joined to Thee,
Whom all my thoughts desire.
T'ward Thee Draws me All my longing
In me thronging, Since I've found Thee,
And Thy tender love has bound me.

But if Thou look on me in love,
There straightway falls from God above
A ray of purest pleasure;
Thy Word and Spirit, flesh and blood
Refresh my soul with heav'nly food;
Thou art my hidden treasure!
Now we Pray Thee; Let Thy favor,
Loving Saviour, E'er delight us,
And Thy precious Word invite us.

Lord God, my Father, mighty Shield,
Thou hast Thy love in Christ revealed
Before this world's foundation.
Thy Son is now betrothed to me,
My heart its joy in Him doth see,
And bows in adoration.
What bliss is this! He that liveth,
To me giveth Life forever,
And I praise His Name forever.

Lift up the voice and joyful sing,
Let all glad sounds of music ring
In God's high praises blended.
Christ shall be with me all the way,
Today, tomorrow, every day,
Till traveling days are ended.
Sing out, ring out, Triumph glorious,
All victorious, Bow before Him,
King of kings, let all adore Him!

O joy to know, that Thou, the Word,
Beginning without end, art Lord,
The First and Last, Eternal!
And Thou at length, O Glorious Grace!
Wilt take me to that holy place,
The home of joys supernal.
Amen, Amen! Come and meet me,
Quickly greet me! With deep yearning,
Lord, I look for Thy returning!
Our Surety

Thou man of grief and pain,
Chastised by God, the Father!
For For all Thou didst sustain
To praise Thee now we gather.
For all Thy anguish sore,
For Thy bonds and distress,
For cruelties and scourge,
And for death's bitterness.

Thy conflict is our gain;
Thy death gives life immortal;
Thy bonds and fetters have
Unlocked our prison's portal.
Thy Thy cross is our relief;
Thy wounds have healed our heart;
Thy blood has purchased us
The ransomed sinner's part.

Lord, give us courage bold
And patience in affliction,
That That we may bear our cross
And yield to Thy correction!
Help us to look to Thee
And to Thy crown of thorns,
If e'er our lot should be
Blood, torture, shame, and scorn.

Thy anguish make us brave
To face distress and sorrow,
And in the throes of death
From Thy death strength to borrow;
O O let the bond of love
Bind us with one accord
To crucify the flesh
And world through Thee, O Lord!
Christ The Crucified And Glorified

Ask ye what great thing I know
That delights and stirs me so?
What the high reward I win?
Whose the name I glory in?

Who is faith's foundation strong?
What awakes my lips to song?
Who did bear my sinful load,
Purchased for me peace with God?
Jesus Christ, the Crucified.

Who hath bid me to believe
And the gift of life receive?
Who hath made me just and free,
And a child of God to be?

Who defeats my fiercest foes?
Who consoles my saddest woes?
Who revives my fainting heart,
Healing all its hidden smart?

Who is life in life to me?
Who the death of death will be?
Who will place me on His right
With the countless hosts of light?
Jesus Christ, the Crucified.

Who hath loosed the prison door
By His mighty word and pow'r?
Who to life hath wakened me
Ever there with Him to be?
Jesus Christ, our risen Lord.

Who hath given strength to me
By His life and victory,
Reconciled me unto God,
Comforts by His staff and rod?
Jesus Christ, exalted Lord.

Who directs me from above?
Who is object of my love?
Who rests not till perfect be
All that He hath planned for me?
Jesus Christ, the living One.

Now ye know my wisdom clear
And in whom I glory here.
I am His! Who is mine own?
Who gives me of life the crown?
Jesus Christ, the glorified!

This is that great thing I know;
This delights and stirs me so;
Faith in Him who died to save,
Him who triumphed o'er the grave,
Jesus, God of majesty!
Golgotha

Sit and pause awhile, my spirit,
This great miracle behold;
See the King of highest merit
On the cross, so bare and cold!
Out of heaven God has given
His own Son in love untold!

That your Saviour loves you dearly,
He upon the cross has proved,
Where in torments most severely
He from God was far removed.
In His anguish He must languish
For the sinful men He loved.

Thus His soul of God forsaken,
Filled with sorrow to its depth,
And His flesh is likewise shaken,
Tortured unto His last breath;
All His vigor, All His power
Is exhausted unto death.

These, the fruits of our transgression,
Fell unto Thee, Saviour dear,
While this wrathful condemnation
We deserved as sinners here.
These afflictions And convictions
We unworthy ones should bear.

Yet Thy suff'ring has defeated
Satan's pow'r, yea, death and hell;
Through Thy death Thou hast completed
Thy dear heav'nly Father's will.
Thus is given To us even
Life eternal to fulfill.

In humility, dear Saviour,
Thou for me, I know, hast died;
Though I was Thy foe, Redeemer,
Thou for me wast crucified.
Silence keep I, Humbly weep I!
Thus through Thee I'm justified!

Thou, Lord, hast for me devoted
Soul and body, life and all;
So there shall be consecrated
All I have, both great and small,
All my efforts and endeavor
To Thy service and Thy call.

Through the power of Thy dying,
Into Thy death, Lord, draw me;
Let my body, all my being,
There be nailed, Lord, with Thee;
Calm and gentle May my will be;
To my love give purity!
To My Redeemer

Thee will I love, Oh, love eternal,
Thy heart for me in death did break.
Will love Thee out of purest motive
Sincerely, true, though poor and weak.
Thee will I love, Oh, light divine,
So long as ever life is mine.

Thee will I love, my life, my Saviour,
Who is my best and truest friend;
Thee will I love and praise forever
While light and life to me are me are lent.
Thee will I love, Oh, Lamb of God,
Whose suff'ring my redemption brought.

Alas! that I so late have known Thee
Who art the fairest and the best!
Nor sooner for my own select Thee,
Thou highest God and only only rest!
I must repent and sorely grieve
For this my loathness to believe.

I wandered long in willing blindness;
I sought Thee but I found Thee not.
For still I shunned Thy beams of kindness;
An earthly light filled all my all my thought.
But thro' Thy love I see Thee now,
For Thou in grace to me didst bow.

I thank Thee, Jesus, sun from heaven,
Whose shining beams brought light to me!
I thank Thee, who hast richly given
All that could make me glad and free!
I thank Thee for Thy holy Word,
Which said to me: Be Thou restored!

Oh, keep me watchful then, and humble,
And suffer me no more to stray;
Uphold me when my feet would stumble,
Nor let me loiter by the way.
Fill soul and body with Thy light
Oh, heav'nly radiance strong and bright!

Gush from mine eyes, ye tears most holy;
Burn in my heart, coals from above!
Yea, let my soul endeavor solely
To practice faithfulness and love!
Yea, let my heart and soul and mind
Still turn to Thee, Their rest to find!

Thee will I love, my crown of gladness;
Thee will I love, my God and Lord,
Amid the darkest depth of sadness,
Without a hope of earth's reward.
And though my flesh and heart decay,
Thee will I love in endless day!
Jesus I Will Never Leave

Jesus I will never leave
Who for me Himself has given;
Therefore unto Him I'll cleave,
Nor from Him be ever driven;
Life from Him doth light receive;
Jesus I will never leave.

Not for earth's vain joy I crave,
Not for heaven's glorious pleasure;
Jesus, who my soul did save,
Shall be my desire and treasure.
He redemption did achieve;
Jesus I will never leave.

Jesus I will never leave;
Oh, the gifts that He has given!
Comfort, rest, and joy and light,
All are sent to me from heaven.
Hope and life come from above,
All because of Jesus' love.

I am His and He is mine,
Love has bound us so sincerely;
Through His wounds and blood divine
Was my ransom paid so dearly.
On Him I will firmly build,
Full of hope which shall not yield.

When the heart would seek the Lord
To enfold, O blessed hour!
And how great is the reward:
Grace and peace to share with power,
And one glance that for Him yearns,
With a thousand joys returns.

Jesus I shall never leave,
To His side still firmly clinging.
Christ leads all who Him receive
To life's waters ever springing.
Blest are they who to Him cleave!
Jesus I will never leave.
Prayer For True Christian Love

This is my grief and my distress;
My faultiness I must confess,
My love should be more fervent.
From day to day my want I feel
That God deserves a love more real
From me, His humble servant.
From Thee, Give me, Of Thy merit,
In my spirit, Gently flowing,
Love and charity bestowing.

In justice this shall be my plea:
O Jesus, let my pleasure be
To love Thee more sincerely,
In love and truth to exercise
All that is pleasing in Thine eyes
And Thy word shows so clearly,
Until Thy will Shall recall me,
And rejoicing, I shall see Thee,
Free from ev'ry tribulation.
Our Shepherd And King

All who have learned to know the Lord
Believe Him true with one accord;
In those who on His promise build
His Word has always been fulfilled.

This is the truth and will remain,
For God each promise doth sustain;
In trusting Him we feel assured,
Believing in Jehovah's Word.

He who this Shepherd fast does hold,
Who for the sins of all the world,
Himself an offering became,
Has made his fortune in His name.
Longing

Not of earth and not of heaven
Is my thought and my desire;
I wish that to me be given
Jesus Christ, whom I admire.

When my soul and body languish,
Doubts and fears upon me press,
Yet my heart shall feel no anguish,
For Christ's love does me refresh.

In my weakness He's my power;
In the darkness He's my light;
And when good deeds are accomplished,
It is only through His might.

What a great and heav'nly blessing,
Loving Jesus Christ alone!
All the precious gifts possessing
Which God sends unto His own.

Be my heart His habitation,
Gift of highest valuation;
Jesus Christ, my Lord, shall be
All and ev'rything to me!

He's my joy and consolation
In my fear and tribulation.
Jesus Christ, my Lord, shall be
All and ev'rything to me!

What good things my heart desires,
It in Jesus Christ acquires.
Oh, the joy that He shall be
All and ev'rything to me!

Only through our Lord and Saviour
Comes each heav'nly gift and favor.
Jesus Christ, my Lord, shall be
All and ev'rything to me!
Make Me More Perfect

I wish to love my Saviour more sincerely,
And not to grieve Him, Who loved me so dearly;
For this would bring much grief and much affliction
In my direction.

What shall I do? My Saviour, do Thou teach me!
Let flames of love and pure affection reach me,
That I may be immersed with true devotion
In love's deep ocean.

Thou cam'st to us from Thy throne in the heavens
To bear for us our sins and ev'ry grievance,
For us to die and unto all creation
To bring salvation.

This hast Thou done, Lord, and should I keep silence?
O let Thy love constrain me to bear witness
That Thou, my Lord and God, hast brought redemption
From sin's oppression!

Pour deep into my soul from Zion's mountain
Thy love so pure, a living, flowing fountain,
That e'er shall flow from my heart, fresh and vernal,
To life eternal!

One day shall faith and hope for us be ended;
But we shall enter in, by love attended,
Thy city fair, Jerusalem in glory,
And there adore Thee.
Song Of Praise

Praise the Lord, with commendation!
To praise our God with true devotion
Our joy and duty e'er shall be.
When our song to Him ascendeth
His smile of love on us decendeth
With blessings kind and heavenly.
Do you His might behold,
His works of grace untold?
Lo, here standeth Jerusalem
Thus built of Him
Who thro' His love is glorified.

Our once persecuted brethren
The Lord will to His people gather,
Fear and oppression will be doomed.
He will heal the brokenhearted,
Will join those who in grief were parted
And out of sorrow joy will bloom.
God's wisdom is expressed
In all His righteousness.
Happy people That sings His fame
And does proclaim
That God, in love, does bear His own.

God, our Lord is great and splendid
With might and wisdom has commended;
Who comprehends His pow'r so grand?
He alone His strength can measure,
Sustaining ev'ry work and treasure,
Created by His mighty hand.
All those who come abased
Shall surely be released
Of their burden; But curse and scorn
Of Him is borne
Who boldly shall the Lord oppose.

Not in strength or might delight ye,
And not on works of men now build ye,
The creature is but vanity.
That alone can give God pleasure
When we walk in His ways, and treasure
His goodness and His clemency.
Whatever He may do
Is good and right and true.
Blessed people Who Him revere
And see so clear
That He them in His love enfolds!

Zion, rise! God's praises sing Thou!
Jerusalem, the proof now bring thou
That all thy folk are God's by grace.
He who hath redeemed thee surely,
And who hath built thy walls securely,
To children's children thee doth bless.
He gives thy borders peace,
And He grants thee increase.
Blessed people Who Him revere
And see so clear
That He them in His love enfolds!

His true Word, His testimony,
God gave to thee, His servant, only;
O Israel, His love behold!
Lo, to such exalted station
He lifted not another nation,
But let them wander from the fold.
Thou, Jacob, shalt alone
The Father's blessing own!
Hallelujah! O praise the Lord
With glad accord;
His service is thy blessedness!
The Child's Privilege

The God who ruleth nations
With wise consideration,
Whose very name is Love.
His love to us He proveth,
To Him alone behooveth
Good gifts to send us from above.

We are in childlike order;
God has become our Father
Thro' Jesus Christ, our Lord;
He hears His children crying
And ne'er was known denying
The promise given in His word.

If we in faith show weakness,
Like doves we call in meekness;
It soon attracts His eye;
He never stands asunder,
But in His love so tender He hears
When children to Him cry.

I often say: My Father,
Thy counsel I will gather;
Where else should I resort?
In ev'ry difficulty
I will appear before Thee,
For Thou my loving Father art.

Be Thou my God forever.
Nothing from Thee can sever;
I beg: Protect Thou me!
Confer on me Thy blessings,
Thy help and love expressing;
I plead: Oh, Father, help Thou me!

As Jacob in his wrestling
Besought Thee for a blessing,
Ere he would let Thee part,
So I embrace Thee ever;
Thou canst forsake me never,
For tender is Thy Father-heart!

Ye cares, no longer tarry!
No gentleness you carry,
For you are stern and hard;
Go now unto the Father;
He is my Counselor rather,
Arise, my soul, unto Thy Lord!
The Blessedness Of Prayer

How blessed to approach unto the Father,
Who loves unto Himself His flock to gather,
To see them on their knees in rev'rence bowing
With hearts o'er flowing.

The Lord so gladly hears their supplication
And sees their tears of true humiliation.
He pours upon His own, with hands caressing,
His Father's blessing.

To pray, Oh, what a glorious occupation!
What gifts derived from humble veneration!
And unto pray'r the strength from God in heaven
To us is given.

Then let us pray in ev'ry place and station!
Have we no words to tell of our emotion?
Our sighs will come before His throne of glory
To tell our story.

And when our days on earth at last are ended,
The hour of death is near, our strength expended,
Then shall the Spirit through Its holy mission
Make intercession.
All Come And Thank The Lord!

Now thank we all our God
With heart, and hands and voices,
Who wondrous things has done,
In whom the world rejoices,
Who from our mother's arms
Has blest us on our way
With countless gifts of love,
And still is ours today.

Oh, may this bounteous God
Thro' all our lives be near us,
With ever joyful hearts
And blessed peace to cheer us;
And keep us in His grace,
His full redemption send,
And free us from all ills,
Sustain us to the end.

All praise and thanks to God
The Father now be given,
The Son and Holy Ghost,
Who dwell in highest heaven.
The one eternal God,
Whom earth and heav'n adore,
Who is and shall survive,
Now and forevermore.
Unity

Thus united And in concord
Let us walk the path of life;
Hand in hand, O may love bind us
For each other's welfare strive.

Thus it is our Saviour's pleasure,
As His footprints plainly show.
May God's love, our greatest treasure,
Richly ev'ry heart bestow.

Only He is called a brother
Whom the tie of love does bind;
And the love of God, the Father,
Filleth soul and heart and mind.

With the love of God inspired,
There is joy for us on earth;
May the Spirit, we've acquired,
Grant us blessing, peace and mirth.
Desire For Jesus

Dearest Saviour, draw Thou near,
'Stablish my foundation,
Mightily redeeming me,
That with consecration
I my zeal may reveal,
Thee in love embracing,
Self and all effacing.

Concentrate my scattered mind
On Thy word, O Saviour!
For apart from Thee I find
Torment and disfavor.
Mortal foes Will confuse,
But in Thee is given
Rest and joy in heaven.

From all evil make me free,
Truly separated;
True devotion give Thou me,
In Thy peace instated.
Childlike, pure, Meek, demure,
May I e'er behold Thee,
Live and stand before Thee.

Son of Man, Immanuel,
As my friend appointed,
Fount of love,
May heart and soul
Be of Thee anointed!
Make my will, Meek and still,
And in all conditions
Give me true submission.

Mortal creatures stand afar,
Cause no interruption!
Thy word, Jesus, will I hear,
Flesh leads to corruption.
From all woes Give repose,
And to give Thee pleasure
Be my richest treasure.

Gather ev'ry fugitive,
Make the vain surrender;
The entangled, true rest give,
Make all hard hearts tender;
Thus my plea E'er shall be:
Nothing shall find favor,
But my Lord and Saviour.
Communion With God

Come, my Friend and take me 'sunder,
From all tumult make me free.
Let me sit like Mary yonder
In true solitude with Thee.
Solitude and quietness
Leads to everlasting rest.

Blest is He, who from connection
With this turmoil here is free;
In God's Spirit seeks perfection
With His own apart to be,
Thinking of such works and deeds
Which eternally he seeks.

Palms along the brooklet flourish
Thus when we draw near to God;
Pray'r and truth and love do cherish,
And true worship is our lot.
Mark, distraction ne'er will bring
What in solitude we win.

What a lonely heart receiveth
Of the blessings from above,
When it all creation leaveth
For our true Creator's love!
Thus will God protect and bless;
E'en in suff'ring we'll find rest.

Thou, O God, in lone seclusion
Dwelledst in remotest past;
Blest is he who in communion
Lives with Thee while ages last.
In sweet peace let me abide,
Resting at my Saviour's side.
Desire For Jesus' Likeness

Quiet Lamb and Prince of Peace,
Thirst for Thee shall never cease!
Oh be near, Shepherd dear,
That my heart be strong, no more to sin or fear!

May I love Thee faithfully,
Childlike and obediently;
May my mind Ever find
Favor to submit to Thy will, Lord so kind!

With a gentle spirit bless
That is full of kindliness,
That in me It may be
The adornment, precious, And of worth to Thee.

Grant that I may here be brave,
Loving Thee unto the grave,
That in pain, Storm and rain,
I may be a lamb and lion in Thy name.

Keep me ever spotless, free,
And that I may wakeful be,
Oft to pray, Night and day,
And to travel faithfully the narrow way.

Lamb of God, who overcame,
Give me grace in Jesus' name,
That in Thee I may be
Able, through Thy blood, to win the victory.

Lead me then, when I must go
Through death's valley here below;
Lord, in death Give me faith,
And protect and strengthen me in my last breath.

When Thou stand'st on Zion's height,
Grant that I stand at Thy right,
From pain free, Cleansed in Thee,
Where Thou wilt, O Lamb, my light and temple be.
Endure And Be Still

Why grievest, my soul, must thou suffer great pain?
Trust in your dear Jesus, He'll strengthen again.
Endure, and be still,
Believing it is thy dear Saviour's good will.

Is thy lot to suffer in sickness and pain?
Let nothing deceive you to murmur in pain.
Endure, and be still,
Believing it is thy dear Saviour's good will.

Have thy friends forsaken and turned against thee?
Depend upon Jesus, a true friend is He.
Endure, and be still,
Believing it is thy dear Saviour's good will.

Must thou bear reproach and derision of men?
Consider what God in His Word saieth then:
Endure, and be still,
Believing it is thy dear Saviour's good will.

Though shadows of death should encompass thee here,
The sure hand of God is thy shelter from fear.
Endure, and be still,
And say, "Not as I will, but as my God wills."

When fiery temptations come near to thy heart,
Turn ever to Jesus, He healeth thy smart.
Endure and be still,
In silence and suff'ring God shows thee His will.

When Satan hurls at thee his arrows of fire,
The strong shield of faith thou must quickly acquire.
Endure, and be still,
In silence and suff'ring God shows thee His will.
In The Anguish Of This World

I'm filled with apprehension;
O Lord, look down on me!
Time is to me a burden;
O come, deliver me!

I live in tents of Kedar;
This oft I feel with pain,
For Satan would confuse me;
My heart is sore within.

To dwell among the restless,
Where peace is so despised,
Where evil spirits govern,
It fills my heart with sighs.

My home is up in heaven;
I am a stranger here.
O God, I'll praise Thee ever
When I am with Thee there!
God's Love In Affliction

After all it is but love,
That oft seems to us oppression;
Yea, it is an easy yoke,
Which He puts in our possession.
Bear it with Him patiently;
Do not murmur mournfully.

For us Jesus Christ was slain,
And for us His blood was given;
Murmur not in earthly pain!
We shall share His joy in heaven.
He to life eternal leads,
Saying, "Think not on your needs!"

Are we chastened with the rod?
Are we burdened with affliction?
Yet we praise the love of God;
These are tokens of affection,
For His truthful lips are near,
Saying "Children, do not fear!"

Is our outlook filled with gloom?
Do we seem as if forsaken?
Yet when to His door we come,
Children always find admission.
He whose word is always true,
Says, "I'll open unto you!"

The afflictions of our time
Are not worthy of the glory
Promised in that realm sublime
To the patiently enduring.
See how Jesus as a lamb
Suffered for the sins of man!

It was we who caused His death
With our sins and our transgressions,
Yet rejoice while ye have breath;
Jesus bought for us remission;
Reconciled us unto God.
Death and suff'ring pardon brought.

Oh, that we might clearly see
What afflictions should accomplish!
Willing in God's ways to be
And obey His Spirit's promptings,
We would soon the fruits behold,
Which afflictions do unfold.
The Time Of Waiting

Waiting is to be our earthly schooling
Which here with our first breath takes its start,
Never ending till by God's own ruling
Our faint spirit shall in peace depart.

Waiting was the lot of all God's servants:
Joseph, David, Abraham and all
Who in service were found true and fervent,
And whom God unto great deeds did call.

He Himself, the crown of all creation,
Once in darkest workshop was prepared;
Gloomy nights preceded exaltation;
After suff'ring, heaven's bliss was shared.

See the husbandman, his seed now strewing
On the earthly field in hope and fear,
In God's promise still his trust renewing,
Till spring sunshine makes the sprouts appear.

Few fruits ripen from the spring-time sunshine;
Not till autumn is abundance shown;
Without waiting we ne'er feel the rapture
Of a precious, bounteous harvest grown.

God oft gave beyond all expectation
More than heart had wished for to behold;
Should not this give us new inspiration
To await what His word has foretold?

Ne'er a word of God was uttered vainly,
Although its fulfillment seemed afar;
Noble things take time, though promised plainly;
And the very best we find in God.

Battle bravely tow'rd that destination,
Though the night of waiting now enfold;
Other brethren bore yet more privation,
Yet through conflict, vict'ry did behold.

Vict'ry shalt thou win through fiery trials
Pure and in the likeness of thy Lord;
Worthy to partake of joyful blessings,
Therefore wait now for that great reward.

Waiting, hoping here in darkest silence,
Leads us to that future happiness;
Waiting, trusting oft with fear and trembling
Brings glad tiding of eternal bliss.
The Fruit Of Sorrow

Finally from hottest smelter
Faith receives its seal and shelter
As the gold that's purified;
For the greatest joy of heaven,
Having suffered much and striven,
God's belov'd are glorified.

Thru deep suff'ring we inherit
In our heart and mind and spirit
Our dear Master's likeness true.
He, the author of creation
Shall on ways oftribulation,
Us in future life renew.

Suff'ring brings rebellious members
To submission, from their slumbers
Wakens them God's will to do,
Yielding in subordination,
Works of sacred consecration
Meek and gently to renew.

Suff'ring oft collects our senses;
From all worldly thought it cleanses
That our soul may not be lost;
Tells us God's word to remember,
And in our hearts' inmost chamber
Guards as does an angel host.

In our hearts the chords attuning,
That in psalms with God communing
We look up to yonder shore.
With the palms of peace abounding,
Where the golden harps are sounding,
Praising God forevermore.

Suff'ring speeds us on our journey,
Hallows soul and flesh with yearning
For that sleep in silent grave.
Bringing tidings of great gladness,
Calling all from death and sadness
Life eternal to receive.

Suff'ring makes our faith more ample,
Meek and humble, childlike, simple.
What can e'er with thee compare?
Here, a heavy load oppressing,
There a great and heav'nly blessing,
Which not everyone can share.

Brethren, suff'ring is a favor
Which in various ways the Saviour
To His own elect has shown.
Often racked by pain and sighing,
Often felt the throes of dying,
When through sleepless nights they groan.

Though in health and in enjoyment,
We to our good Lord's employment,
Willingly our strength did yield;
Yet we deem it no privation,
When through pain and tribulation
Our faith unto God is sealed.

In the depth of sore affliction,
Our hearts draw in close affection
To our loving Saviour's heart.
And for this we cry and tremble:
May we Thee in death resemble,
And in Life with Thee take part!

When at last our sighs are counted,
Ev'ry barrier is surmounted,
And the curtain rends in twain,
Who is able then to measure,
What of peace, and joy, and treasure
In that kingdom we shall gain?

Let me then behold in clearness
Yonder heights, Lord, in Thy nearness.
When at last my hour shall come,
When all earthly ties are severed,
And from death and toil delivered,
Angel bands shall bear me home!
Holy Simplicity

Holy virtue, graceful wonder,
Might of God, love, innocence!
In Thy face the high are humbled,
Only God's work has defense.

Meek and lowly, childlike nature,
Glory of humility!
It alone restores us fully,
And from Adam's fall sets free.

God alone is its true pleasure,
Joy and glory of the heart;
He gives it a perfect treasure,
And true bliss He will impart.

In such sincere, childlike beings,
God reveals His mighty arm,
And the humble hearted chooses
Mighty wonders to perform.

It has God's support in conflict,
Unto wickedness is dead;
Ne'er becomes the spoil of Satan,
To God's joyful rest is led.

It has what the Lord has given,
Grace by grace out of His fill.
Boasts not of itself, is ever
Led of God to do His will.

It is clearly its own mirror,
Shuns all false and vain pretense,
Bears the seal of Jesus' Spirit,
Journeys on without offense.

It us from our "Self" delivers,
And from all our sinful woe;
God alone is its selection,
Therefore God protects it so.

Thus in purity it journeys,
At God's hand, the narrow way;
And in God here bears in patience,
Cross and woe from day to day.

Hid in God, it lives in gladness,
Looks to Him in every place;
Without fear or care or sorrow,
It beholds His holy face.

It entrusts its pilgrim journey
To God's mighty hand alone,
Looking toward the glorious ending
When God will receive His own.

It is rich in gifts for others,
Not too sensitive, or vain;
Has a heart that shares sincerely
Every human ill or pain.

It seeks neither praise nor greatness;
Chiding, shame, no hurt imparts;
Thinks no evil; for all goodness
Has a deeply grateful heart.

What is there on earth so precious
As a child, sincere in love?
For of such is Jesus' kingdom,
With eternal joy above.

O thou lovely flower of heaven,
That our Saviour did provide!
Thou the peace of God enjoyest,
For which Jesus lived and died.

Holy innocence so childlike,
How my heart here yearns for thee!
Sun of grace, O purest virtue,
Jesus, shine Thou forth in me.

Son of God, in holy silence
Us to God Thou didst restore;
May my will, in true submission,
Rest in Thee forevermore!
Death In Jesus

I wish to die in my dear Jesus,
In peace and with great joy consoled,
And through His wounds I shall inherit
The robe of white He will unfold.
In Jesus I will trust alway;
In Him I live and pass away.

I wish to die in my dear Jesus;
His grievous wounds make dying joy.
All fear of perishing now ceases;
His blood He did to me apply.
In Jesus I will trust alway;
In Him I live and pass away.

I wish to die in my dear Jesus;
His wounded side my refuge is.
By Him the heavens I inherit;
My broken heart is turned to bliss.
In Jesus I will trust alway;
In Him I live and pass away.

I wish to die in my dear Jesus;
He holds me though all else forsake,
And with His blood He bought my freedom.
To His ensign my faith I stake.
In Jesus I will trust alway;
In Him I live and pass away.

I wish to die in my dear Jesus,
When light and life from me He takes,
When from my lips the color fadeth,
And when my heart in death does break.
In Jesus I will trust alway;
In Him I live and pass away.
At The Grave Of The Righteous

We lay the body in its tomb
Until the Lord's voice bids him "Come."
We sow the seed to rise anew,
And glorified, his God to view.

Of dust the Lord did man create;
"To dust return!" that is his fate.
He lies; he sleeps, decays, awakes
When day arrives and night forsakes.

The righteous soul with God doth live,
Who hath redeemed him from his grief,
From all his sin and all his woe,
Thru Jesus Christ, who loved him so.

With sorrow, burdened was his flesh,
But now will God his soul refresh.
In darkened valley he did go;
Now he is free from all his woe.

Faithful was he until death's day,
Now God will wipe his tears away.
What are the sorrows of this time
Against God's glory, so sublime?

So now, redeemed one, sleep and rest!
Homeward we turn to do our best,
That we in joy and trembling be
Made ready for eternity.

Oh Jesus Christ, Thy bitter death
Shall strengthen us in our last breath!
Our soul, Lord, we commit to Thee,
And joyful may our ending be!
Who Are They Before God's Throne?

Who are they before God standing
Countless throngs in heav'nly light;
Each a golden crown is wearing,
Shining like the stars stars so bright?
Dressed in white you see them stand,
Waving palms in ev'ry hand.

Loud and clear their hymns are sounding:
"Praise to Him upon the throne!
Hail the Saviour of His brethren,
Hail the greatest Son Son of Man!"
All the angels praises bring;
Hallelujah there they sing.

Who are they who in such favor
Stand before the face of God?
Who such great reward did merit,
For as angels is is their lot?
In what battle, in what war,
Did they this great vict'ry score?

These are they who came victorious,
Out of life's deep, troubled sea,
Bearing here the cross in patience,
From all selfish honor free.
Robes of honor they possess,
Called: the great Lamb's righteousness.

These are they who here did struggle
For the glory of our Lord;
Satan, world, and death subduing,
Followed not the sinful horde.
And in battle they did stand,
Trusting God's almighty hand.

They are branches of that true vine,
Who to us brought help and grace,
And they without fear did venture
Anguish, danger, death to face.
Now from sorrow and from grief,
God has granted them relief.

These are they in priestly garments,
Who appeared before their God;
Ready day and night for service,
Many sacrifices brought.
Now in sacred place they stand,
Happy in the Holy Land.

These are they who, overcoming,
Sacrificed themselves for God;
In Christ full salvation finding,
Till they rest beneath the sod;
They enjoy eternal bliss,
Crowned with God's own righteousness.

As the hart at noontide panteth
For the brooklet clear and cold,
So their souls did sigh while watching,
Living waters to behold.
Now their thirst is satisfied,
For they rest at Jesus' side.

Now before the throne they're standing,
Serving God by day and night;
Casting still their crowns of glory
Down before the throne of light,
Where their Mediator stands,
Guarding them with His own hands.

O what word describes the rapture,
When I with the Holy Band
And with radiance brightly gleaming,
Shining like the stars I stand?
Amen, thanks to Thee above,
Praise to Thy eternal love!

O Lord Jesus, look upon me,
Heart and hands to Thee I bend;
Grant that I may soon behold Thee,
When my pilgrimage will end;
And by hottest conflicts shared
By Thee fully be prepared.
The Majesty Of God

O Majesty, we worship meekly,
We know Thou needest not our praises,
We sorely need Thy love and care.
We're born to Thy name's adoration
So dearly bought, a new creation,
Salvation, to Thee honor bear!
In honor of Thy name
Is all creation's fame. Blessed Being!
With pray'rful hearts to Thee we come,
In truth and spirit be it done.

The cherubim and seraph's number
In rev'rence bow, they never slumber;
The angels throng, Oh, numberless!
The highest spirits, who well know Thee,
Their praise and honor bring before Thee,
Thy greatness and Thy might confess.
Their blessedness art Thou,
To Thee they humbly bow. Amen! Amen!
We too are Thine, We so agree,
Thou, God, our God fore'er shalt be!

The elders great, Thy throne surrounding,
Give up their crowns in praise abounding;
The chosen firstborn's mighty throng,
The multitude from ev'ry nation,
In robes of white, who found salvation,
In worship raise their voice and song.
Thine is all pow'r and might,
All wisdom, praise, and right! Amen! Amen!
We too are Thine, And sing Thy chime,
Thou, God, art our God, most sublime!

They magnify Thy deeds with gladness,
Tell of Thy goodness, pow'r, and greatness
Most blessed, worthy of all praise,
That purest wisdom, love most loyal
Are in Thy wondrous ways so royal,
And even more their "Amen" says.
Their praise will not suffice;
Thy works praise Thee, Allwise! Amen! Amen!
We too are Thine, And sing the chime,
Thou, God, art our God, most sublime!

Through Thy good will we see surviving
All Thou hast made, all that is living;
Thy work is marvelous and great!
By all must Thy due praise be given
Of things in earth and sea and heaven:
For these Thy glory all reflect;
All things that move and live
To Thee do praises give: Amen! Amen!
We, too, are Thine, And with them join:
"Thou, God, alone art King divine!"

Thy friends who here among all nations
Have built their pilgrim habitations
Exalt Thee, O Thou Blessed Good:
They all confess Thee perfect ever,
They call Thee God and only Saviour,
Who hast redeemed them by Thy blood!
Their Portion, Lord, art Thou,
The only Hope they know: Amen! Amen!
We, too, are Thine, And with them join:
"Thou, God, alone art King divine!"

Thyself in us be glorifying,
And we Thine honor magnifying,
O make our heart Thy Holy Place,
That it with Thy great glory filled,
And by Thy nearness duly stilled,
By glowing with Thy Godhead's praise!
May heart and mind and soul
Thy goodness, Lord, extol: Amen! Amen!
Hallelujah! Praise God on high!
The Lord is great and good and nigh!
Jehovah

Jehovah! Jehovah!
Thy holy name Jehovah!
Adorn with might and praise!
Amen! Amen!
Until this earthly temple falls
Into dust, when Thy word calls,
Be our halls resounding,
That Holy! Holy! Holy! sounding:
Hallelujah!
Hallelujah!

Sing praises; sing praises!
O Son of God Redeemer!
With joy Thy praise we sing.
Amen! Amen!
In love Thou camest down to earth,
Victor over death and grave,
All to rescue, all to save,
O Saviour, Saviour, Saviour of the world,
Thy name be praised;
Thy name be praised.

O Spirit, great Spirit,
Most holy Spirit, guide us!
Thy name we laud in song.
Amen! Amen!
Thou art the Comforter come nigh,
True guide to our home on high.
We cling, quick'ning Majesty,
O holy, holy, holy Lord to Thee.
Hallelujah!
Hallelujah!
The Christian's Cross

The Christian's robe and badge of love
It is the cross of Christ.
And he who knows the worth thereof
Will bear it without sighs.

We take it meekly, bear it true,
And know it is our gain.
We bear it not upon our breast,
Oh, no, it is within.

And should it pain, should it be sore,
We still remain in faith;
We know whose name we do adore,
What in His word He saith.

We bear it but a little while,
A pledge of things to come,
Of garments glorious and white
In that eternal home.
My Lifetime Doth Pass Away

My lifetime doth pass away;
Hourly to the grave I hasten,
And I know each fleeting day
My allotted span will lessen.
Think, man, death comes soon or late.
Tarry not, it will not wait!

Live thou as thy wish will be
To have lived when thou expirest.
Treasures which have come to thee,
Fame and wealth which thou desirest,
Will not make thy death more sweet,
For they are not thine to keep.

But a pure and loving heart,
Conscience free from condemnation
Can repose and peace impart,
And in death give consolation.
All who are renewed in heart
Can with joyfulness depart.

And when in thy last distress,
Helpless friends around thee gather,
Then this heart of righteousness
Yields thee comfort from the Father.
Judgment brings no fear nor fright,
For the Lord is thy delight.

Wouldst thou such a heart attain?
Fear the Lord, His good word keeping!
For the time thou shalt remain
Here on earth is in God's keeping.
Thus thy death thou wilt not fear,
But in welcome hold it dear.

Learn by faith to overcome,
Saying, "My Redeemer liveth.
With these eyes I'll see Him come
When eternal life He giveth."
"It is finished," He did call,
Triumphed over death and all.

Draw in spirit near the grave;
Watch thy body slowly sinking.
Pray: "O Lord, that I am clay,
Let my thoughts be daily thinking.
Teach me, Father, ev'ry day;
Make me true and wise, I pray."
Sunday Morning

Hallelujah, fairest morning,
Fairer than my tongue can say!
For today my cares are banished,
This shall be my happy day!
By its sweetness and its rest
Shall the inner man be blest!

Sunday full of holy glory,
Sweetest rest day of the soul!
Light upon the darkened caverns
From Thy blessed moments roll!
Holy, happy, heav'nly day,
Thou canst charm my grief away!

How I taste my Father's goodness
Falling like the morning dew,
Calling me from out my cottage
To His pastures sweet and new!
Leading me by waters still
There my thirsting soul to fill!

Slumber now, my worldly business,
For today I am engaged;
All my strength and all my efforts
I have to the Master pledged.
Praising God, to watch and pray,
Is my duty for today.
Christian Greetings

Greetings be to you, our brethren,
To our sisters in the Lord,
Here from far and near assembled,
Gathered here in one accord.
Welcome, welcome, All ye loved ones:
Greetings in the Saviour's name.

Peace and love impel the greeting,
Greetings do our love impart;
Christians greetings are a blessing,
As a pray'r console the heart.
There is comfort, peace and blessing,
Of a greeting in the Lord.

Greetings to our faithful brethren,
Heart and voice we do employ;
Wishing them the Father's nearness,
Tho' their lot be woe or joy.
There's a blessing in the greeting,
Given in the Saviour's name.

Farewell greetings, holy tokens,
Fill the heart with pain and tears;
Farewell, farewell, to our brethren,
When are spent our earthly years.
Resurrection, heav'nly greetings,
In the presence of our Lord.
My Parting Hour

My parting hour is nearing swiftly,
As many friends have gone before.
Soon shall the thorny path be finished
Which leads to rest on yonder shore.

My angel ofttimes comes and whispers
That my allotted days are few;
That I must haste with pray'r and watching
If yonder goal I wish to view.

And should the night of death approaching
Awaken fear or dread in me,
I'll trust and look to Him with courage,
Who promised me the victory.

O Jesus, Lord of my salvation,
Let death not find me unprepared!
But lead me by Thy hand of mercy
Where peace and rest to me are shared.

O Thou, who over death hast triumphed,
Give me the Vict'ry over death!
When helplessly I sink, give power
To hold Thee fast in my last breath.

Thus gently rests the weary Pilgrim,
From every burden, toil and care,
Till he awakes on that blest morning
To rise in glory, bright and fair.