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Good Tidings

Author: Mrs. M. O. Page Hymnal: WL1885 #40 (1885) First Line: Across the distant plains of time Refrain First Line: Good tidings, good tidings of great joy Lyrics: 1 Across the distant plains of time, I heard a heavenly strain, 'Twas sweeter far than storied rhyme, And this was the refrain— "Behold, I bring to all the earth Good tidings of great joy"— The news of the Redeemer's birth, Unmixed with earth's alloy. Refrain: Good tidings, good tidings, good tidings of great joy Tidings of great joy, great joy. 2 Across the distant plains of time, There angel voices sang, While shepherds watched their flocks by night, This was the song they sang— "Behold, today in Bethlehem A son to you is given, And he shall be your councellor, The mighty God from heaven". [Refrain] 3 Across the distant plains of time, This song is ringing still, We hear it in the rolling tide, O'er mountain top and hill: Today, today in Bethlehem A savior born to men, And he shall heal the wond’ring throng Of every sin and stain. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Across the distant plains of time]

Rally Round the Cross

Author: E. F. M. Hymnal: WL1885 #84 (1885) First Line: Again we have come in Jehovah's name Refrain First Line: Then rally! rally! round the cross! Lyrics: 1 Again we have come in Jehovah’s name, The battle to fight and the vict’ry gain, We’ll gird on the armor and to the conflict go, And in the name of Jesus we’ll conquer every foe. Refrain: Then rally! rally! rally round the cross! No one ever there will suffer loss; And in the name of Jesus we’ll face the deadly foe, And victory will perch upon our banner as we go. 2 When Israel of old marched around the wall, They blew with their trumpets and shouted all, Then down came the walls, and they took the mighty king; To God they gave the glory, who did salvation bring. [Refrain] 3 Our fathers, we know, to the Lord were true, They took up the sword and they battled through, They’re safe now in glory, and looking down today; They call to you and me to be faithful in the fray. [Refrain] 4 We all must engage if a crown we’d wear, And yonder with Jesus the glory share; Then let all be true as we into battle go, And rescue every sinner from death and all its woe. [Refrain] 5 The conflict will soon be forever o’er, The summons will come from the other shore; And then home to glory we will rejoicing go, To praise him for the victory he gave us here below. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Again we have come in Jehovah's name]

All hail the power of Jesus' name!

Author: Rev. Edward Perronet Hymnal: WL1885 #172f (1885)

Another Hand is Beckoning

Author: Whittier Hymnal: WL1885 #115 (1885) First Line: Another hand is beck'ning us Refrain First Line: Be still my heart Lyrics: 1 Another hand is beck'ning us, Another call is given; And glows once more with angel steps The path that leads to heaven. Refrain: Be still my heart, It is thy God! Pass silently beneath the rod. 2 Unto our Father’s will alone One thought has reconciled; That He whose love exceedeth ours Hath taken home his child. [Refrain] 3 Fold her, O Father, in thine arms, And let her henceforth be A messenger of love between Our human hearts and Thee. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Another hand is beck'ning us]

Art Thou He that Should Come?

Author: G. F. R. Hymnal: WL1885 #63 (1885) First Line: Art thou he that should come Lyrics: 1 Art thou he that should come Or look we for another? So John’s disciples said to the Lord, Who answered by his own true word The poor imprisoned brother. 2 “Go and show John again, The blind their sight receiving, The lame feet walk—the lepers are cleansed, The deaf ears hear, the dead are raised, The poor my word believing.” 3 Art thou he that should come Or look we for another? ‘Tis only he sin’s evils can cure, ‘Tis only he can make thee pure, My soul; there is no other. Tune Title: [Art thou he that should come]

As Flies the Bird

Author: G. F. R. Hymnal: WL1885 #106 (1885) First Line: As flies the bird on eager wing Refrain First Line: The mountains, the mountains, So high, so sweet, so pure Lyrics: 1 As flies the bird on eager wing, To mountains far away, So takes my soul its upward flight, In loving thoughts today. Refrain: The mountains, the mountains, So high, so sweet, so pure, Where far above the taint of earth, The ransomed dwell secure. 2 I see the mount where Jesus taught! The mount of glory, too! And there—most precious of the all— Comes Calvary into view. [Refrain] 3 I see the mount from which the law By Moses’ hand was given: I see the mount from which the Lord Ascended into heaven. [Refrain] 4 I see the mount whereon the wall Of Zion’s city stands— The golden streets and mansions fair, Not made with human hands. [Refrain] Tune Title: [As flies the bird on eager wing]

As White as Snow

Author: Henry A. Smith Hymnal: WL1885 #14 (1885) First Line: As white as snow! oh can it be Lyrics: 1 As white as snow! oh can it be, That these sweet words were meant for me? Ah, what a rapture ‘tis to know That I may be as white as snow. Refrain: As white as snow oh, can it be That these sweet words were meant for me As white as snow oh, can it be That these sweet words were meant for me. 2 He called to me; in vain I sought To turn from him in act or thought; My soul was sick of sin and woe, And longed to be as white as snow. [Refrain] 3 I followed him, he leads me on, The pearly gates are almost won. Afar the heavenly mansions glow, Where I shall dwell as white as snow. [Refrain] 4 As white as snow was meant for thee, And all who will from sin be free; The rich, the poor, the high, the low, Through faith may be as white as snow. [Refrain] Tune Title: [As white as snow! oh can it be]

Asleep in Jesus! blessed sleep

Author: Margaret Mackay Hymnal: WL1885 #175c (1885)

Awake, and sing the song

Author: Rev. Martin Madan Hymnal: WL1885 #172e (1885)

Awake, my Soul

Author: Medley Hymnal: WL1885 #10 (1885) First Line: Awake, my soul, to joyful lays Lyrics: 1 Awake, my soul, to joyful lays, And sing thy great Redeemer’s praise; He justly claims a song from me, His loving kindness, O how free! Refrain: Awake, my soul, to joyful lays, Awake and sing thy Savior's praise; Awake, my soul, to joyful lays, And sing the great Redeemer's praise. 2 He saw me ruined in the fall, Yet loved me notwithstanding all; He saved me from my lost estate, His loving kindness, O how great! [Refrain] 3 When trouble, like a gloomy cloud, Has gathered thick and thundered loud, He near my soul has always stood, His loving kindness, O how good! [Refrain] Tune Title: [Awake, my soul, to joyful lays]

Bless, O Lord, the opening year

Author: Rev. John Newton Hymnal: WL1885 #175a (1885)

Blessed Saviour, watch us, guard us

Hymnal: WL1885 #176c (1885)

Blest be the tie that binds

Author: Rev. John Fawcett Hymnal: WL1885 #176b (1885)

Let the lower lights be burning

Author: P. P. Bliss Hymnal: WL1885 #173a (1885) First Line: Brightly beams our Father's mercy

Hear a mighty host of freemen

Author: Wm. Stevenson Hymnal: WL1885 #175g (1885) First Line: Brothers! rally for the conflict

Christian brethren, ere we part

Hymnal: WL1885 #175e (1885)

Clear as Crystal

Author: G. F. R. Hymnal: WL1885 #30 (1885) First Line: Clear as crystal flows the river Tune Title: [Clear as crystal flows the river]

Parting Song

Hymnal: WL1885 #159 (1885) First Line: Come, beloved, ere we part Refrain First Line: Join then all and sweetly Lyrics: 1 Come, beloved, ere we part, Every voice and every heart, Join and to our Father raise, One last song of praise. Refrain: Join then all and sweetly raise, One last song of grateful praise. 2 Though we here should meet no more, Yet there is a brighter shore, There released from toil and pain, We may meet again. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Come, beloved, ere we part]

Fervent Prayer Availeth

Author: G. F. R. Hymnal: WL1885 #17 (1885) First Line: Come in earnest fervent prayer Refrain First Line: Glory to his holy name Lyrics: 1 Come in earnest fervent prayer, To the Lord our Savior, They who in his Spirit seek, Shall receive his favor. Refrain: Glory to his holy name, Fervent prayer availeth, Now and evermore the same, Fervent prayer availeth. 2 On that Pentecostal day, When their prayers were blended, How upon the Christian host, Tongues of fire descended. [Refrain] 3 When the Lord’s disciples prayed, Faith in him possessing, How upon their foll’wers came Every needed blessing. [Refrain] 4 So we may be every day, His rich grace receiving, If we only ask aright, Humbly and believing. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Come in earnest fervent prayer]

Come, Let Us Gladly Sing

Author: Hatfield Hymnal: WL1885 #23 (1885) Lyrics: 1 Come, let us gladly sing To God our Savior King; With thanks his presence seek, In psalms his praises speak To God most high; let all draw nigh And crown him Lord of earth and sky. 2 He gave the mountains birth, He made the spacious earth; His all the sea and land— They rose at his command. With rev’rence all before him fall, And on his name devoutly call. 3 Come, kneel before his throne, For he is God alone; We are the flock he leads— The sheep his bounty feed; Today, today, his voice obey, Grieve not the Holy Ghost away. Tune Title: [Come, let us gladly sing]

The Story of His Love

Author: Mrs. M. O. Page Hymnal: WL1885 #44 (1885) First Line: Come tell the story of his love Lyrics: 1 Come tell the story of his love, My soul delights to hear, It falls like music from above, Upon my listening ear. Refrain: Come tell the story, the story of his love, It falls like music, like music from above. 2 It tells of grace exceeding great, That sets my spirit free; It opens wide to heaven's gate, And gives me liberty. [Refrain] 3 Its holy influence I would know, Its full redeeming power, I'd leave these trifling things below, To claim a heavenly dower. [Refrain] 4 Come blest Redeemer seal me thine, Beneath thy watchful care, My earthly hopes I would resign, And heavenly glory share. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Come tell the story of his love]

Come, thou almighty King

Author: Rev. Chas. Wesley Hymnal: WL1885 #172a (1885)

Come, Lord Jesus!

Author: Wesley Hymnal: WL1885 #51 (1885) First Line: Come, thou long-expected Jesus Refrain First Line: Come, come, come Lord Jesus Lyrics: 1 Come, thou long-expected Jesus, Born to set thy people free; From our fears and sins release us, Let us find our rest in Thee. Refrain: Come, come, come Lord Jesus, Born to set thy people free; Come, and from our sins release us, Let us find our rest in Thee. 2 Israel's strength and consolation, Hope of all the saints thou art; Long Desire of every nation, Joy of every longing heart. [Refrain] 3 Born thy people to deliver, Born a child, and yet a King, Born to reign in us forever, Now thy precious kingdom bring. [Refrain] 4 By thine own eternal spirit Rule in all our hearts alone; By thine all-sufficient merit Raise us to Thy glorious throne. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Come, thou long-expected Jesus]

Come to the Savior

Author: G. F. R. Hymnal: WL1885 #111 (1885) First Line: Come to the Savior, make no delay Refrain First Line: Joyful, joyful will the meeting be Tune Title: [Come to the Savior, make no delay]

Come Ye

Author: Steele Hymnal: WL1885 #46 (1885) First Line: Come, ye who love the Savior's name Refrain First Line: Come! Come! Lyrics: 1 Come, ye who love the Savior’s name, And joy to make it known; The sov’reign of your hearts proclaim, And bow before the throne. Refrain: Come! Come! All ye who love his name, Come! Come! Your Sov’reign now proclaim. 2 Behold your king, your Savior crowned, With glories all divine, And tell the wond’ring nations round, How bright those glories shine. [Refrain] 3 When in his earthly courts we view The beauties of our King, We long to love as angels do, And with their voice to sing. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Come, ye who love the Savior's name]

Crown Him

Author: Mrs. E. O. Page Hymnal: WL1885 #18 (1885) First Line: Crown him, crown him every nation Refrain First Line: Crown him King of kings Lyrics: 1 Crown him, crown him every nation, He who is our admiration, Jesus our high Priest in glory, Crown him King of kings. Refrain: Crown him King of kings Loud anthems to his glory, Let the nations raise. Crown him King of kings And let the heavens repeat the sounding praise. 2 Jesus left a full fruition, To redeem our lost condition, Every voice repeat the story, Crown him King of kings. [Refrain] 3 Laud him with the voice of singing Let the tuneful lyre be ringing, Laud him while we gladly crown him, Crown him King of kings. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Crown him, crown him every nation]

Able to Save

Author: G. F. R. Hymnal: WL1885 #20 (1885) First Line: Doubt no more thy Savior's power Lyrics: 1 Doubt no more thy Savior’s power, But in his strength be brave; Oh, come, and learn this very hour That he is able to save. Refrain: Able to save, Able to save All who with gladness his word can receive; Able to save, Able to save, E’en to the uttermost, all who believe. 2 To thy deadly foes within No longer be the slave, But stretch thine arms to Christ, thy King, That he is able to save. [Refrain] 3 Come, no more thy love withhold, But pardon humbly crave, And thou shalt find with joy untold That he is able to save. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Doubt no more thy Savior's power]

When Jesus Comes

Author: P. P. B. Hymnal: WL1885 #105 (1885) First Line: Down life's dark vale we wander

There is a Bright Land

Author: Mrs. C. F. Alexander Hymnal: WL1885 #133 (1885) First Line: Every morning the rosy sun Lyrics: 1 Every morn the rosy sun Rises warm and bright; Then the evening cometh on, And the dark, cold night: But there is a bright land far away, Where is never-ending day; Yes there is a bright land far away, Where is never-ending day. 2 Every spring the sweet young flow’rs Open fresh and gay; Till the chilly autumn hours Wither them away: But there is a land we have not seen, Where the trees are always green; Yes there is a land we have not seen, Where the trees are always green. 3 Little birds sing songs of praise All the summer long; Then in colder, shorter days They forget their song: But there is a place where angels sing Ceaseless praises to their King; Yes there is a place where angels sing Ceaseless praises to their King. 4 Christ our Lord is ever near Those who follow him; Yet we cannot see him here, For our eyes are dim: But there is a blissful, happy place Where we all may see his face; Yes there is a blissful, happy place Where we all may see his face. Tune Title: [Every morning the rosy sun]

Beautiful Home

Author: Mrs. M. O. Page Hymnal: WL1885 #98 (1885) First Line: Far from my home Lyrics: 1 Far from my home, Far from my home, Visions I see of a land that is fair; Still must I roam, Still must I roam, When shall I wake and behold the glory there? When shall I wake and behold the glory there? Refrain: Beautiful home, beautiful home, Beautiful home, ever blest, forever blest; Beautiful home, beautiful home, Beautiful home of peace and heavenly rest. 2 Wait we for day, Wait we for day, Soon shall the sun in its grandeur arise; Then shall we say, Then shall we say, Welcome with joy our bright mansions in the skies, Welcome with joy our bright mansions in the skies. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Far from my home]

Father hear our prayer

Hymnal: WL1885 #171a (1885)

Fill the Ranks

Author: G. F. R. Hymnal: WL1885 #92 (1885) First Line: Fill the ranks! fill the ranks! Refrain First Line: Let the joyful shout of the army ring Lyrics: 1 Fill the ranks! fill the ranks! In the army of the Lord, Gather in from every land and every tongue. Fill the ranks! fill the ranks! And with songs of sweet accord Make the triumphs of your great Redeemer known. Refrain: Let the joyful shout of the army ring, With the cross before your eyes. Fill the ranks! fill the ranks! For your Savior and your King. And the crown of glory waiting in the skies. 2 Fill the ranks! fill the ranks! We are on the battle ground, And our foes are near at hand on every side. Fill the ranks! fill the ranks! While the silver trumpets sound, And our banners float in beauty far and wide. [Refrain] 3 Fill the ranks! fill the ranks! Do not tremble, faint nor fall, For in Jesus we shall conquer every foe. Fill the ranks! fill the ranks! Trust in him—our all in all, Till from conflict on to vict’ry we shall go. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Fill the ranks! fill the ranks!]

Fling out the Royal Banner

Author: G. F. R. Hymnal: WL1885 #138 (1885) First Line: Fling out the Royal banner! Lyrics: 1 Fling out the Royal banner! High let the bright cross wave! He who was born to conquer Mighty is to redeem and save. Faithful and true forever, Follow wheree’er he goes, And in his heavenly power, Ye shall triumph o’er all your foes. Honor and sweetest praise to him Our Savior King be given, By all his soldiers here on earth And all his saints in heaven. Refrain: Fling out the Royal banner! High let the bright cross wave. He who was born to conquer, Mighty is to redeem and save! 2 Now hear the Royal watchword! Hear, and the word obey, There is but one to save you In the midst of the deadly fray. Only be firm and faithful, Yield not to doubt nor fear, And whatsoe’er the danger, You will find that your Lord is near. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Fling out the Royal banner!]

He Loved Even Me

Author: Geo. C. Needham Hymnal: WL1885 #113 (1885) First Line: For me, for me the Savior came Lyrics: 1 For me, for me the Savior came, For me he died the death of shame; He love me in my lost estate; The love of Jesus, oh, how great. Refrain: He loved even me He loved even me He loved, and gave himself to die, That I his child might be. 2 Oh, love divine, how wondrous free, ‘Twas love which brought him to the tree; ‘Twas love ope’d wide the gate of heave’n, ‘Tis love that speaks our sins forgiv’n. [Refrain] 3 Oh, love of Christ, how deep, how high! My soul does on that love rely; Oh, love, how strong, oh love, how pure, Through love divine my life’s secure. [Refrain] 4 Come, sinner, come and kiss his feet, Accept just now the message sweet; Your wounded heart for healing bring, Receive his touch and gladly sing. [Refrain] Tune Title: [For me, for me the Savior came]

For thine is the kingdom, and the pow'r and the glory

Hymnal: WL1885 #171d (1885)

To Thine Altar

Author: Weber Hymnal: WL1885 #16 (1885) First Line: Forth from the dark and stormy sky Refrain First Line: Weary and weak, thy grace we pray Lyrics: 1 Forth from the dark and stormy sky, Lord, to Thine altar’s shade we fly, Forth from the world, its hope and fear, Savior, we seek thy shelter here. Refrain: Weary and weak, thy grace we pray; Turn not, O Lord! thy guests away, Low at thy feet our sins we lay, Turn not, O Lord, thy guests away. 2 Long have we roamed in want and pain, Long have we sought Thy rest in vain, Wildered in doubt, in darkness lost, Long have our souls been tempest-tossed. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Forth from the dark and stormy sky]

Freedom to Us is Given

Hymnal: WL1885 #74 (1885) Refrain First Line: Jesus alone in thee Lyrics: 1 Freedom to us is given, The path of life to choose, A constant gift bestowed from heaven, Which we too oft abuse. Refrain: Jesus alone in thee Is perfect freedom found, Oh, may we have this liberty, And nevermore be bound. 2 Whene’er we yield to sin, Ourselves in chains we bind, The powers of Satan enter in, And rule the heart and mind. [Refrain] 3 Lord, thou to us hast given, To know the good from ill; Oh, may we choose the path to heaven, And do thy holy will. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Freedom to us is given]

From every stormy wind that blows

Author: Rev. H. Stowell Hymnal: WL1885 #174b (1885)

From Greenland's icy mountains

Author: Bishop Heber Hymnal: WL1885 #173e (1885)

Gloria Patri

Hymnal: WL1885 #167 (1885) First Line: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost

Glory to God in the Highest

Hymnal: WL1885 #166 (1885) First Line: Glory! glory! glory! Glory to God in the highest Refrain First Line: Hark! what means those holy voices Lyrics: Glory! glory! glory! Glory to God in the highest, Hark! what mean those holy voices, Sweetly sounding through the skies? Lo! th’angelic host rejoices Heavenly hallelujah’s rise! Glory to God in the highest! Glory to God in the highest! And on earth be peace, good-will toward men, And on earth be peace, good-will toward men, Hear them tell the wondrous story, Hear them chant in hymns of joy, “Glory in the highest, glory! Glory be to God most high.” Christ is born the great Anointed, Heaven and earth his praises sing, Oh, receive whom God appointed, For your Prophet, Priest and King. Amen. Tune Title: [Glory! glory! glory! Glory to God in the highest]

Tell the Story of Jesus

Author: Mary B. Colby Hymnal: WL1885 #79 (1885) First Line: Go tell the story of Jesus, To some poor sin-sick soul Lyrics: 1 Go tell the story of Jesus, To some poor sin-sick soul; Think of the time you heard it, And how it made you whole. It drove away the darkness Of night, wherein you lay; It brought to you the glory, And light of perfect day. Refrain: Go tell the story of Jesus, To some poor sin-sick soul; Think of the time you heard it, And how it made you whole. 2 Go tell the story of Jesus, To strangers you may meet; And dwell upon his mercy, In accents rich and sweet. It may be they’ll forget you, In busy toil and care; But they’ll not forget the story, You whispered in their ear. [Refrain] 3 Go tell the story of Jesus, To those who have not heard; And make it sound as lovely, As the song of some sweet bird. Tell with a glowing rapture, His tender words of love; And tell them of the beauty, Of that blest home above. [Refrain] 4 Go tell the story of Jesus, To people great and small; Remember he, the Savior, Gave up his life for all. Tell it when death’s cold billows Are underneath your feet, ‘Twill be the only story Heard in the golden street. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Go tell the story of Jesus]

Pray

Hymnal: WL1885 #45 (1885) First Line: Go, when the morning shineth Tune Title: [Go, when the morning shineth]

Thine Forever

Author: Mrs. M. O. Page Hymnal: WL1885 #141 (1885) First Line: God of mercy, God of love Refrain First Line: Thine forever, Thine Lyrics: 1 God of mercy, God of love, Shine upon me from above, Shield me by thy grace divine, Let me know that I am thine. Refrain: Thine, forever, Thine, forever, Thine forever, thine to be Joined with Christ eternally. 2 I was lost till Jesus came, Blessed be his holy name; Through his pure atoning blood, I am reconciled to God. [Refrain] 3 Raise a song, oh, heart of mine, To thy Maker, so divine, Let my lips repeat his praise, In the humble prayer I raise. [Refrain] 4 Through the darkness of the night, To the breaking of the light; God of mercy, God of love, Shine on me from worlds above. [Refrain] Tune Title: [God of mercy, God of love]

God with us

Hymnal: WL1885 #57 (1885) First Line: God with us! oh, glorious name! Lyrics: 1 God with us! Oh glorious name! Let it shine in endless fame: God and man in Christ unite; Oh mysterious depth and height! Refrain: God with us! God with us! Oh, mysterious depth and height! God with us! God with us! God and man in Christ unite. 2 God with us! but tainted not With the first transgressor’s blot; Yet he did our sins sustain, Bear the curse, the grief, the pain. [Refrain] 3 God with us! Oh wondrous grace! Let us see him face to face; That we may Immanuel sing, Our Redeemer, God and King. [Refrain] Tune Title: [God with us! oh, glorious name!]

Hallelujah Sing Today

Author: H. G. Patterson Hymnal: WL1885 #151 (1885) First Line: Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah sing today Lyrics: 1 Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah sing today, Christ has opened wide the prison, Bright the tomb wherein he lay. Sing with gladness hallelujah! Sing with gladness hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! He has brought eternal day. 2 Sing ye Christians, Hallelujah! Darkness from the grave has fled; Sing the joyous hallelujah, Christ is now our King and head, Lift your song with thankful voices, Lift you song with thankful voices, Hallelujah! Hallelujah! He is risen from the dead. 3 Sing all nations, Hallelujah! Christ is Victor o’er the grave, Sing again loud hallelujah, He has passed o’er Jordan’s wave, Oh, how glorious is his triumph, Oh, how glorious is his triumph, Hallelujah! Hallelujah! He is mighty now to save. Tune Title: [Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah sing today]

The Joy of Giving

Author: Mrs. A. L. Davison Hymnal: WL1885 #164 (1885) First Line: Happy is the man that giveth Refrain First Line: Freely giving Lyrics: 1 Happy is the man that giveth, Freely to his fellow men; Unto him the Lord of heaven, Many fold shall give again. Refrain: Freely giving, Out of all thine earthly store. Freely giving, blest in living, Shalt thou be for evermore. 2 Sow the seed of holy living, All thy journey’s toilsome length; So to others coming after, Thou shalt give thy greater strength. [Refrain] 3 So the wilderness shall blossom Into beauty, fair and sweet; And the way of life grow smoother, To the weary pilgrim feet. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Happy is the man that giveth]

Happy Should we Be

Author: Nevin Hymnal: WL1885 #130 (1885) First Line: Happy, Savior, should we be Refrain First Line: Happy, yes, most happy Lyrics: 1 Happy, Savior, should we be If we could but trust in thee; Trust thy wisdom e’er to guide, Trust thy goodness to provide. Refrain: Happy, yes, most happy we, If we could but trust in thee, Trust thy mighty love and power Every day and every hour. 2 Trust in joy and trust in grief, Trust thy promise for relief; Trust thy blood to cleanse each soul, Trust thy grace to make it whole. [Refrain] 3 Trust in sickness, trust in health; Trust in poverty and wealth; Trust thee as the only light, In the darkest hour of night. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Happy, Savior, should we be]

Hark! the Watchman

Author: Wesley Hymnal: WL1885 #72 (1885) First Line: Hark, how the watchmen cry! Lyrics: 1 Hark, how the watchmen cry! Attend the trumpet’s sound; Stand to your arms the foe is nigh, The powers of hell surround. Refrain: Hark! how they cry, Hark, hark! to the trumpet. Stand to your arms, the foe is nigh— Even now they’re here upon the battle ground. 2 Who bow to Christ’s command, Your arms and hearts prepare, The day of battle is at hand, Go forth to glorious war. [Refrain] 3 His standard-bearer now, To all the nations call: To Jesus’ cross ye nations bow, He bore the cross for all. [Refrain] 4 Go up with Christ your Head, Your Leader’s footsteps see; Follow your Captain and be led To certain victory. [Refrain] Tune Title: [Hark, how the watchmen cry!]

Follow Me

Author: Mrs. Lina Sherman Hymnal: WL1885 #55 (1885) First Line: Hark the Savior's welcome summons Refrain First Line: Follow, follow me Lyrics: 1 Hark the Savior’s welcome summons, As he stands by Galilee, Calling to those weary toilers, Leave your nets and follow me. Follow, follow, Leave your nets and follow, follow, follow me, Follow, follow me. 2 Now to us these words are given, Rebel sinners though we be, Ever this command they bring us, Leave your sins and follow me. Follow, follow, Leave your sins and follow, follow, follow me, Follow, follow me. 3 Listen then, when sad and weary, And no ray of light you see, To the gentle words of Jesus, Faint not, fear not, follow me. Follow, follow, Faint not, fear not, follow, follow, follow me, Follow, follow me. 4 Thus the Savior’s calling every, Ever calling you and me, May we now resolve to heed and Try, dear Lord, to follow thee, Follow, follow, May we try to follow, follow, follow me, Follow, follow me. Tune Title: [Hark the Savior's welcome summons]

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