The Cyber Hymnal ‎#2830

2830. Immortal Honors Rest on Jesus' Head

1. Immortal honors rest on Jesus’ head;
My God, my portion, and my living bread;
In Him I live, upon Him cast my care;
He saves from death, destruction, and despair.

2. He is my refuge in each deep distress;
The Lord my strength and glorious righteousness;
Through floods and flames He leads me safely on,
And daily makes His sovereign goodness known.

3. My every need He richly will supply;
Nor will His mercy ever let me die;
In Him there dwells a treasure all divine,
And matchless grace has made that treasure mine.

4. O that my soul could love and praise Him more,
His beauties trace, His majesty adore;
Live near His heart, upon His bosom lean;
Obey His voice, and all His will esteem.

Text Information

• First Line: Immortal honors rest on Jesus' head
• Title: Immortal Honors Rest on Jesus' Head
• Author: William Gadsby, 1773-1844
• Meter: 10.10.10.10
• Language: English
• Copyright: Public Domain
• Notes: Alternate tune: EVENTIDE, William H. Monk, 1861

Tune Information

• Name: TOULON
• Composer: Anonymous (18th Century)
• Meter: 10.10.10.10
• Incipit: 12343 21171 34565
• Key: F Major
• Source: Genevan Psalter, 1551
• Copyright: Public Domain