Author: Johannes Niedling, 1602-68; John Caspar Mattes Meter: 10.8.8.8.10 Appears in 13 hymnals Scripture: John 15:26-27 Lyrics: 1 O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God,
you comfort us in every need,
sent down to us from heaven's high throne,
from God the Father and the Son,
O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God.
2 O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God,
make us to love your holy word.
Your flame of love to us impart,
that love for all may fill each heart,
O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God.
3 O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God,
increase our faith in our dear Lord.
Unless your grace the power should give
none can believe in Christ and live,
O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God.
4 O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God,
enlighten us by your blest word.
To us the heavenly Father show,
and teach us his dear Son to know,
O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God.
5 O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God,
by you our souls to heaven are led.
Make us to strive with valour here,
and reign with you in glory there.
O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God.
Topics: Eternal Life; God's Love to Us; Holy Spirit; Invocation; Perseverance; Prayer for Illimination; Scripture; Worship The Word Used With Tune: O HEILIGER GEIST
O Spirit of life, O Spirit of God