Christian Worship ‎#589

589. Creator Spirit, by Whose Aid

1 Creator Spirit, by whose aid
the world's foundations first were laid,
come, visit ev'ry waiting mind;
come, pour your joys on humankind.
From sin and sorrow set us free;
may we your living temples be.

2 O Source of light, our Counselor
the Father's help to us assure,
Come down, as promised, with your fire,
and hearts with heav'nly love inspire.
Your sacred, healing message bring
to sanctify us when we sing.

3 Giver of grace, descend from high
in answer to our earnest cry.
Help us eternal truths receive
and practice all that we believe.
Give us your wisdom that we see
the glory of the Trinity.

4 Immortal honor, endless fame,
attend th'almighty Father's name;
the Savior-Son be glorified,
who for all humankind has died;
and equal adoration rise
to you, O Spirit, in the skies.

Text Information

• First Line: Creator Spirit, by whose aid
• Title: Creator Spirit, by Whose Aid
• Author (attributed to): Rhabanus Maurus, 776-856 (abr.)
• Translator: John Dryden, 1631-1700 (alt.)
• Meter: 88 88 88
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2021
• Scripture:
  Genesis 1:2
  ;
  1 Corinthians 3:16
  ;
  Romans 5:5
  ;
  John 16:13-15
  ;
  Ephesians 1:17-19
• Topic: Work of the Spirit
• Copyright: Public Domain

Tune Information

• Name: ALL EHR UND LOB
• Meter: 88 88 88
• Key: G Major or modal
• Source: Gesangbuch...Psalmen, Geistliche Lieder, Strassburg, 1541, alt.; Setting: The Lutheran Hymnal, 1941
• Copyright: Public Domain