Moravian Book of Worship ‎#509

509. The Word of God, Which Ne'er Shall Cease

1 The word of God, which ne’er shall cease,
proclaims free pardon, grace, and peace,
salvation shows in Christ alone,
the perfect will of God makes known.

2 This holy Word exposes sin,
convinces us that we’re unclean,
points out the wretched, ruined state
of human-kind, both small and great.

3 It then reveals God’s boundless grace,
which justifies our sinful race,
and gives eternal life to all
who will accept the gospel call.

4 It gently heals the broken heart
and heav'nly riches does impart,
reveals redemption’s wondrous call
through Christ’s atoning death for all.

5 O God, in whom our trust we place,
we thank you for your word of grace;
help us its precepts to obey
till we shall live in endless day.

Text Information

• First Line: The word of God, which ne'er shall cease
• Title: The Word of God, Which Ne'er Shall Cease
• Author: Petrus Herbert (1566)
• Translator: Louis F. Kampmann (1876, alt.)
• Meter: L.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1995
• Scripture:
  Psalm 19:7-14
  ;
  Isaiah 40:1-8
  ;
  2 Timothy 3:15-17
  ;
  1 Peter 1:22-25
• Topic: The Scriptures; Discipleship; Salvation; Scriptures; Trust and Confidence

Tune Information

• Name: DES HERRN WORT
• Composer: Larry Lipkis (1978)
• Meter: L.M.
• Key: E♭ Major
• Source: Bohemian Brethren (1566)
• Copyright: © 1978 by Larry Lipkis