Author: Charles Coffin; John Chandler Hymnal: Voices United #20 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8 First Line: On Jordan's bank the Baptist's cry Lyrics: 1 On Jordan's bank the Baptist's cry
announces that the Lamb is nigh;
awake and hearken, for he brings
glad tidings of the King of Kings.
2 Then cleansed be every breast from sin;
make straight the way for God within;
and let each heart prepare a home
where such a mighty guest may come.
3 In you, we find abundant life,
our refuge in the midst of strife;
without your grace we waste away
like flowers that wither and decay.
4 Stretch forth your hand, our health restore,
and help us rise to fall no more.
O let your face upon us shine,
and fill the world with love divine.
5 All praise to you, eternal Son,
whose advent has our freedom won;
and praise to God whom we adore,
with Holy Spirit evermore. Topics: Biblical Characters John, the Baptist; Biblical Places Jordan; Christian Year Advent; Evangelism (Good News); Forgiveness from God; Freedom; God Mercy; Good News, Gospel; Grace; Healing; Jesus Christ Baptism; Jesus Christ Lamb of God; Jesus Christ Saviour; Light; Mercy; New Creation; Prophets; Renewal; Repentance; Salvation; Supplication; Trinity; Advent 2 Year A; Advent 2 Year B; Advent 2 Year C; Advent 3 Year C Languages: English Tune Title: WINCHESTER NEW
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