The Silver Trumpet ‎#26

26. Invocation

1 Breathe thou upon us, Holy Ghost,
Refresh us in this hour;
Assembled here for praise and prayer,
We wait thy gracious power.

Chorus:
Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Guide,
Lead to all truth the Lamb's fair bride, -
And in our midst henceforth abide,
Thou Comforter divine!

2 Rest thou upon us, dove-like form,
Our worship to inspire;
Oh, let us now behold thy grace,
In pentecostal fire! [Chorus]

3 Descend upon us, heavenly flame,
Equip us all with zeal;
Baptize our hearts with love divine,
And then our work reveal. [Chorus]

4 Breathe thou upon our waiting hearts,
Here met with one accord,
Then send us forth with sword and shield,
To win this world for God. [Chorus]

Text Information

• First Line: Breathe thou upon us, Holy Ghost
• Title: Invocation
• Author: F. G. Burroughs
• Refrain First Line: Come Holy Spirit, Heavenly Guide
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1889

Tune Information

• Name: [Breathe thou upon us, Holy Ghost]
• Composer: H. L. Gilmour