Evangelical Lutheran Worship ‎#405

405. O Spirit of Life

1 O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God,
in ev'ry need thou bring us aid,
proceeding forth from heaven's throne,
from God, the Father and the Son;
O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God.

2 O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God,
increase our faith in our dear Lord;
unless your grace the pow'r should give,
none can believe in Christ and live;
O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God.

3 O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God,
make us to love your sacred word;
the holy flame of love impart,
that charity may warm each heart;
O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God.

4 O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God,
enlighten us by that same word;
teach us to know God's radiant love,
lead us to Christ who reigns above;
O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God.

Text Information

• First Line: O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God
• Title: O Spirit of Life
• Author: Johann Niedling, 1602-1668
• Translator: John C. Mattes, 1876-1948 (alt.)
• Meter: 10 8 8 8 10
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2006
• Topic: Pentecost, Holy Spirit

Tune Information

• Name: O HEILIGER GEIST
• Arranger: Johann Sebastian Bach, 1685-1750
• Meter: 10 8 8 8 10
• Key: G Major
• Source: Geistliche Kirchengesänge Köln, 1623