The Presbyterian Hymnal ‎#493

493. Dearest Jesus, We Are Here

1 Dearest Jesus, we are here,
Gladly Your command obeying.
With this child we now draw near
In response to Your own saying
That to You it shall be given
As a child and heir of heaven.

2 Your command is clear and plain.
And we would obey it duly:
"You must all be born again,
Heart and life renewing truly,
Born of water and the Spirit,
And My kingdom thus inherit."

3 This is why we come to You,
In our arms this infant bearing;
Lord, to us Your glory show;
Let this child, Your mercy sharing,
In Your arms be shielded ever,
Yours on earth and Yours forever.

4 Gracious Lord, Your member own;
Shepherd, take Your lamb and feed it;
Prince of Peace, make here Your throne;
Way of life, to heaven lead it;
Precious vine, let nothing sever
From Your side this branch forever.

Text Information

• First Line: Dearest Jesus, we are here
• Title: Dearest Jesus, We Are Here
• Author: Benjamin Schmolck (1704)
• Translator: Catherine Winkworth (1858; alt.)
• Meter: 7.8.7.8.8.8
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1990
• Scripture:
  John 3:5

Tune Information

• Name: LIEBSTER JESU
• Composer: Johann Rudolph Ahle (1664)
• Harmonizer: Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750; alt.)
• Meter: 7.8.7.8.8.8
• Key: G Major