A Selection of Hymns ‎#CCLVIII

CCLVIII. Love to our Enemies from the example of Christ

1 Aloud we sing the wondrous grace,
Christ to his murderers bare;
Which made the tottering cross its throne,
And hung its trophies there.

2 "Father forgive," his mercy cried,
With his expiring breath,
And drew eternal blessings down
On those who wrought his death.

3 Jesus, this wond'rous love we sing,
And whilst we sing admire;
Breathe on our souls, and kindle there,
The same celestial fire.

4 Sway'd by thy dear example, we
For enemies will pray;
With love, their hatred, and their curse
With blessings will repay.

Text Information

• First Line: Aloud we sing the wondrous grace
• Title: Love to our Enemies from the example of Christ
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1792
• Scripture:
  Luke 23:34
  ;
  Matthew 5:44
• Topic: Graces of the Spirit: Love to Enemies; Love to Enemies; Example of Christ
• Notes: Public Domain.

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