Zion's Harp ‎#132

132. To Thee, Saviour, we draw near

1 To Thee, Saviour, we draw near, With our thanks we now appear. Hear Thou, Lord, our childlike plea; Grant what we shall ask of Thee. 2 Mortals in this world can find Joys that cheer the carnal mind, And what men shall count as gain, All such pleasures are in vain. 3 Precious is Thy kingdom there, What can now with it compare! Grace, O Lord, in Thee, we find, Joy and peace for heart and mind. 4 Jesus, come, we do implore! Thine we’d be forevermore. Give us now Thy Spirit’s seal; Thus Thy promises reveal. 5 Lord, Thy gospel does resound With its news the world around. Nations hear the blessed word, Grace and peace from Christ, the Lord. 6 Open Thou the hearts of men! Let Thy kingdom come, and then Check Thou every cunning might, Turn to day the darkest night! 7 In Thine heralds, power inspire, Patience, wisdom, love’s true fire! Though they here must sow in tears, Yet the richest fruit is theirs. 8 Zion, thank Thy Lord anew; What you pray He’ll gladly do, For His mercy does appear To us all, both far and near. 9 Brethren, sing through all the days Songs of love and hymns of praise. Jesus Christ our joy shall be Here and in eternity.

Text Information

• First Line: To Thee, Saviour, we draw near
• Original Language: German
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2003
• Source: German
• Notes: Author: Jonathan Friedrich Bahnmaier

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