The Church Hymnal ‎#369

369. Our blest Redeemer, ere He breathed

1 Our blest Redeemer, ere He breathed
His tender, last farewell,
A Guide, a Comforter, bequeathed
With us to dwell.

2 He came sweet influence to impart,
A gracious, willing Guest,
While He can find one humble heart
Wherein to rest.

3 And His that gentle voice we hear,
Soft as the breath of even,
That checks each thought, that calms each fear,
And speaks of heaven.

4 And every virtue we possess,
And every victory won,
And every thought of holiness
Are His alone.

5 Spirit of purity and grace,
Our weakness pitying, see:
O make our hearts Thy dwelling-place,
And worthier Thee.

Text Information

• First Line: Our blest Redeemer, ere He breathed
• Author: H. Auber
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1920
• Topic: General
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: ST. CUTHBERT
• Composer: J. B. Dykes
• Meter: 8.6.8.4.
• Key: E♭ Major
• Notes: Public Domain.