Author: Charles Coffin, 1676-1749; John Chandler, 1806-1876 Hymnal: Glory and Praise (3rd. ed.) #218 (2015) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Topics: The Liturgical Year Advent (Sundasy and Weekdays); The Liturgical Year The Baptism of the Lord; The Liturgical Year The Nativity of St. John the Baptist (Jun3 24) First Line: On Jordan's bank the Baptist's cry Lyrics: 1 On Jordan's bank the Baptist's cry
Announces that the Lord is nigh;
Awake and harken, for he brings
Glad tidings of the King of kings.
2 Then cleansed be ev'ry soul from sin;
Make straight the way of God within,
Prepare we in our hearts a home
Where such a mighty guest may come.
3 For thou art our salvation, Lord,
Our refuge and our great reward;
Shine forth, and let thy light restore
Our souls to heav'nly grace once more.
4 All praise, eternal Son, to thee,
Whose advent set thy people free;
Whom with the Father we adore
And Holy Spirit evermore. Scripture: Job 14:1-2 Languages: English Tune Title: WINCHESTER NEW
On Jordan's Bank