Author: John Ellerton 1826-93 Hymnal: Praise! psalms hymns and songs for Christian worship #230 (2013) Meter: 6.6.8.6 Lyrics: 1 This is the day of light—
let there be light today!
Arise, O Christ, to end our night
and chase its gloom away.
2 This is the day of rest—
our inner strength renew;
on lives by many cares oppressed
send your freshening dew.
3 This is the day of peace—
with peace our spirits fill;
command the winds of discord cease,
the waves of strife be still.
4 This is the day of prayer—
let earth to heaven draw near!
Lift up our hearts to seek you there;
come down to meet us here.
5 This is the first of days—
come, with your living breath,
and wake dead souls to love and praise,
O Victor over death! Topics: Approaching God The Lord's Day Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1 Languages: English Tune Title: PURE IN HEART
This is the day of light