‎#707

707. Rapid Spread of the Gospel

1. See the vivid lightnings flashing,
Turning darksome night to day,
Swift the motion, great the power,
Nothing can obstruct the way;
All creation
Pay their homage and obey.

2. Thus shall spread the glorious gospel,
To the earth's remotest bound.
Distant empires, lands and nations,
Soon shall hear the solemn sound;
Darkness fleeing,
Light shall everywhere abound.

3. Grace and mercy then descending,
Shall the stubborn heart subdue,
Christ reveal his great salvation,
To the Gentile and the Jew;
Numerous converts
Shall appear like morning dew.

4. Lo, he comes in state and glory,
Bands celestial line the way,
Saints go forth, and meet your Saviour,
And the deepest reverence pay;
Join your triumphs,
Hail the joyful happy day.

Text Information

• First Line: See the vivid lightnings flashing
• Title: Rapid Spread of the Gospel
• Meter: 8. 7. 4.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1818
• Copyright: Public domain

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