A Selection of Hymns for Public Worship. In four parts (10th ed.) (Gadsby's Hymns) ‎#489

489. Christ's Ascension

1 Now for a theme of thankful praise
To tune the stammerer’s tongue;
Christians, your hearts and voices raise,
And join the joyful song.

2 The Lord’s ascended up on high,
Decked with resplendent wounds;
While shouts of victory rend the sky,
And heaven with joy resounds.

3 See, from the regions of the dead,
Through all the ethereal plains,
The powers of darkness captive led,
The dragon dragged in chains.

4 Ye eternal gates, your leaves unfold!
Receive the conquering King;
Ye angels, strike your harps of gold;
And saints, triumphant sing.

5 Sinners, rejoice! he died for you;
For you prepares a place;
Sends down his Spirit to guide you through
With every gift of grace.

6 His blood, which did your sins atone,
For your salvation pleads;
And, seated on his Father’s throne,
He reigns and intercedes.

Text Information

• First Line: Now for a theme of thankful praise
• Title: Christ's Ascension
• Author: Hart
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1844
• Topic: Resurrection and Ascension

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