Author: Timothy Dwight , 1725-1817 Hymnal: The Hymnal 1982 #524 (1985) Meter: 6.6.8.6 Lyrics: 1 I love thy kingdom, Lord,
the house of thine abode,
the Church our blest Redeemer saved
with his own precious blood.
2 For her my tears shall fall;
for her my prayers ascend;
to her my cares and toils be given,
till toils and cares shall end.
3 Beyond my highest joy
I prize her heavenly ways,
her sweet communion, solemn vows,
her hymns of love and praise.
4 Jesus, thou friend divine,
our Savior and our King,
thy hand from every snare and foe
shall great deliverance bring.
5 Sure as thy truth shall last,
to Zion shall be given
the brightest glories earth can yield,
and brighter bliss of heaven. Topics: The Church Languages: English Tune Title: ST. THOMAS (WILLIAMS)
I love thy kingdom, Lord