Author: Philip Doddridge Hymnal: Trinity Hymnal #162 (1961) Meter: 8.6.8.6 Scripture: Luke 4:18-19 Lyrics: 1 Hark, the glad sound! the Saviour comes,
The Saviour promised long:
Let ev'ry heart prepare a throne,
And ev'ry voice a song.
2 On him the Spirit, largely poured,
Exerts his sacred fire;
Wisdom and might, and zeal and love,
His holy breast inspire.
3 He comes, the pris'ners to release,
In Satan's bondage held;
The gates of brass before him burst,
The iron fetters yield.
4 He comes, the broken heart to bind,
The bleeding soul to cure;
And with the treasures of his grace
To enrich the humble poor.
5 Our glad hosannas, Prince of Peace,
Thy welcome shall proclaim;
And heav'n's eternal arches ring
With thy beloved Name.
Amen. Topics: Christ, The Lord Jesus; Christ Birth of; Christ Life, Ministry and Obedience of; Holy Spirit Anointing of; Poor Languages: English Tune Title: ST. SAVIOUR
Hark, the glad sound! the Saviour comes