Zion's Harp ‎#181

181. O how lovely ’tis to be

1 O how lovely ’tis to be With our Lord in unity; And united voices raise Him to bring our songs of praise. 2 As the ointment, precious, true, Then from Aaron’s hair did flow, Scenting his whole raiment fair, Fragrance filling all the air! 3 So delightful it is here, When in Christ’s way we appear, And in unity do stand, All to Him look hand in hand. 4 As the dew from Hermon’s height Did descend on Zion bright, So flows grace and blessing free On the brethren’s unity. 5 See in faith, and hope and love Lies the power from above; But one Baptism, faith, and Lord, Spirit, head, in one accord. 6 This adorns our brotherhood, For God’s reign is always good; Brethren, look upon your way To your Saviour ev’ry day. 7 Love each one in truth sincere, To confess, O, do not fear God’s free grace in Christ, our Lord, Who to us gave this reward! 8 Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, Three in one, so shall the host Of those born of God above Be as one in holy love. 9 As the water, spirit, blood, All unite in holy flood, Unto him who God’s advice Did accept as good and wise. 10 Also does this bond unite Heart and heart in faith and light; Many in one body be, Many souls in unity. 11 Just one Lord and just one Bride, Whose gaze does on Him abide, May the Spirit love inspire, Calling: “Come, my heart’s desire!” 12 Come, O Jesus, come, appear; Call Thy bride from far and near, Show Thy countenance so bright In eternal heaven’s light!

Text Information

• First Line: O how lovely ’tis to be
• Original Language: German
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2003
• Notes: Author: Georges Michel Mangold

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