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33. The Spirit of God Like a Fire Is Burning

Text Information
First Line: The Spirit of God like a fire is burning
Title: The Spirit of God Like a Fire Is Burning
Author: W. W. Phelps, 1792-1872
Refrain First Line: We'll sing and we'll shout with the armies of heaven
Language: English
Publication Date: 1982
Topic: God's Majesty and Power; Growth; Holy Spirit (5 more...)
Notes: III Nephi 8:25, 26; D. and C. 85:18; Sung at the dedication of Kirtland Temple.
Tune Information
Name: PARACLETE
Meter: 12.11.12.11. with refrain
Key: Bâ™­ Major
Source: English Tune



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