Christian Hymns ‎#202

202. Lord of the church, we humbly pray

1 Lord of the church, we humbly pray
For those who guide us in Thy way,
And speak Thy holy Word:
With love divine their hearts inspire,
And touch their lips with hallowed fire,
And needful strength afford.

2 Help them to preach the truth of God,
Redemption through the Saviour's blood;
Nor let the Spirit cease
On all the Church His gifts to shower:
To them a messenger of power,
To us, of life and peace.

3 So may they live to Thee alone;
Then hear the welcome word,"Well done!"
And take their crown above,
Enter into their Master's joy,
And all eternity employ
In praise, and bliss, and love.

Text Information

• First Line: Lord of the church, we humbly pray
• Meter: 8, 8, 6, 8, 8, 6.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1898
• Topic: Ministry, Ordination and Installation of Ministers; Word of God
• Notes: Now Public Domain. E. Osler, 1836.

Tune Information

• Name: COME UNTO ME
• Meter: 8, 8, 6, 8, 8, 6.
• Key: f minor
• Source: Pub. at Nürnberg, 1530.
• Notes: Now Public Domain. Norwegian tune name: Kommer til mig, sagde Guds Sön