Author: C. Wesley, 1707-88 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Hymnary #87 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7 Lyrics: 1 Come, Thou long-expected Jesus,
Born to set Thy people free;
From our fears and sins release us,
Let us find our rest in thee.
2 Israel's strength and Consolation,
Hope of all the earth Thou art;
Dear Desire of every nation,
Joy of ev'ry longing heart.
3 Born Thy people to deliver,
Born a Child and yet a King,
Born to reign in us for ever,
Now thy gracious kingdom bring.
4 By Thine own eternal Spirit
Rule in all our hearts alone;
By Thine all-sufficient merit
Raise us to Thy glorious throne.
Topics: Jesus, The Coming King; Advent 1 Languages: English Tune Title: STUTTGART
Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus