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Author: Timothy Dwight Hymnal: Rejoice in the Lord #409 (1985) Meter: 6.6.8.6 Scripture: Psalm 137:5 Lyrics: 1 I love thy kingdom, Lord,
the house of thine abode,
the church our blest Redeemer
saved with his own precious blood.
2 I love thy church, O God;
her walls before thee stand,
dear as the apple of thine eye,
and graven on thy hand.
3 For her my tears shall fall,
for her my prayers ascend;
to her my cares and toils be given,
till toils and cares shall end.
4 Beyond my highest joy
I prize her heavenly ways,
her sweet communion, solemn vows,
her hymns of love and praise.
5 Sure as thy truth shall last,
to Zion shall be given
the brightest glories earth can yield,
and brighter bliss of heaven.
Topics: Church Militant Languages: English Tune Title: ST. THOMAS
I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord