A Selection of Hymns for Public Worship. In four parts (10th ed.) (Gadsby's Hymns) ‎#53

53. "They that hear shall live"

1 This is the word of truth and love,
Sent to the nations from above;
Jehovah here resolves to show
What his almighty grace can do.

2 Lo! at its sound the dead revive,
Quickened by grace are made alive;
Dry bones are raised and clothed afresh,
And hearts of stone are turned to flesh.

3 [Lions and beasts of savage name
Put on the nature of the lamb;
While the vile world esteem it strange,
Gaze and admire, and hate the change.]

4 May but this grace my soul renew,
Let sinners gaze and hate me too;
The word that saves me does engage
A sure defence from all their rage.

Text Information

• First Line: This is the word of truth and love
• Title: "They that hear shall live"
• Author: Watts
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1844
• Topic: The Gospel

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