Author: Jeffery W. Rowthorn, 1934- Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Appears in 43 hymnals Topics: Commandments / Law Lyrics: 1 Lord, you give the great commission:
"Heal the sick and preach the word."
Lest the Church neglect its mission,
And the Gospel go unheard,
Help us witness to Your purpose
With renewed integrity;
With the Spirit's gifts empow'r us
For the work of ministry.
2 Lord, you call us to Your service:
"In My name baptize and teach."
That the world may trust Your promise,
Life abundant meant for each,
Give us all new fervor, draw us
Closer in community;
With the Spirit's gifts empow'r us
For the work of ministry.
3 Lord, you make the common holy:
"This My body, this My blood."
Let us all, for earth's true glory,
Daily lift life heavenward,
Asking that the world around us
Share Your children's liberty;
With the Spirit's gifts empow'r us
For the work of ministry.
4 Lord, You show us love's true measure:
"Father, what they do, forgive."
Yet we hoard as private treasure
All that You so freely give.
May your care and mercy lead us
To a just society;
With the Spirit's gifts empow'r us
For the work of ministry.
5 Lord, You bless with words assuring:
"I am with you to the end."
Faith and hope and love restoring,
May we serve as You intend,
And, amid the cares that claim us,
Hold in mind eternity;
With the Spirit's gifts empow'r us
For the work of ministry. Scripture: Mark 16:15 Used With Tune: ABBOT'S LEIGH
Lord, You Give the Great Commission
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