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103. Holy Spirit, Lead Us Now

1 Holy Spirit, lead us now
Boldly to the throne of grace;
While our heads in pray’r we bow,
Let Thy presence fill this place.
Holy Spirit, heav’nly Guide,
Lead us to the Crucified!

2 This is now our time of need,
This is now the day of grace;
Now, our souls with Manna feed,
Ere we leave this sacred place.
Holy Spirit, heav’nly Dove,
Lead us to the feast of love!

3 At the blessed mercy-seat
Peace and joy are freely giv’n;
While we wait at Jesus’ feet
Make this place the gate of Heav’n.
Holy Spirit, heav’nly Friend,
Now upon our hearts descend!

4 Weak and sinful though we be,
Jesus’ blood can cleanse from sin;
At the fountain full and free,
Wash and make us pure within.
Holy Spirit, Cleansing Fire,
Burn up ev’ry base desire!

Text Information
First Line: Holy Spirit, lead us now
Title: Holy Spirit, Lead Us Now
Author: John H. Yates
Publication Date: 1899
Scripture:
Topic: Holy Spirit; Prayer
Notes: Public Domain.
Tune Information
Name: [Holy Spirit, lead us now]
Composer: Ira D. Sankey
Notes: Public Domain.



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