
Author: W. Shirley, 1725-86 Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Hymnary #300 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7 Lyrics: 1 Sweet the moments, rich in blessing,
Which before the cross we spend.
Life and health and peace possessing
From the sinner's dying Friend.
2 Here we rest in wonder, viewing
All our sins on Jesus laid;
Here we see redemption flowing
From the sacrifice He made.
3 Here we find the dawn of heaven
While upon the cross we gaze,
See our trespasses forgiven,
And our songs of triumph raise.
4 Oh, that, near the cross abiding,
We may to the Savior cleave,
Naught with Him our hearts dividing,
All for Him content to leave!
5 Lord, in loving contemplation
Fix our hearts and eyes on Thee
Till we taste Thy full salvation
And Thine unveiled glory see.
Topics: Passion of Christ Languages: English Tune Title: BROCKLESBURY
Sweet the Moments, Rich in Blessing