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Blest Are They

Author: David Haas, b. 1957 Appears in 36 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12 First Line: Blest are they, the poor in spirit Refrain First Line: Rejoice! And be glad Topics: Epiphany Used With Tune: BLEST ARE THEY

Blest Are the Pure in Heart

Meter: 6.6.8.6 Appears in 400 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:8 Lyrics: 1 Blest are the pure in heart, for they shall see our God; the secret of the Lord is theirs, their soul is Christ's abode. 2 The Lord, who left the heavens our life and peace to bring, to dwell in lowliness with us, our pattern and our king. 3 Still to the lowly soul he doth himself impart, and for his dwelling and his throne chooseth the pure in heart. 4 Lord, we thy presence seek; may ours this blessing be: give us a pure and lowly heart, a temple meet for thee. Topics: Jesus Christ Epiphany and Youth Used With Tune: FRANCONIA Text Sources: Mitre Hymn Book (1836); based on John Keble

This Little Light of Mine

Meter: Irregular Appears in 55 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16 Lyrics: 1 This little light of mine, I'm goin'a let it shine, this little light of mine, I'm goin'a let it shine; this little light of mine, I'm goin'a let it shine, let it shine, let it shine, let it shine. (let it shine) 2 Everywhere I go 3 All through the night Topics: Sanctifiying and Perfecting Grace Personal Holiness; The Nature of the Church Called to God's Mission; Commitment; Light; Mission and Outreach; Testimony and Witness Used With Tune: LATTIMER Text Sources: Afro-American spiritual

Bring Forth the Kingdom

Author: Marty Haugen, b. 1950 Appears in 22 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16 First Line: You are salt for the earth, O people Refrain First Line: Bring forth the kingdom of mercy Topics: Epiphany Used With Tune: [You are salt for the earth]

Gather Us In

Author: Marty Haugen, b. 1952 Meter: Irregular Appears in 38 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:13 First Line: Here in this place new light is streaming Used With Tune: GATHER US IN

Hymn 102

Author: Isaac Watts Meter: 8.8.8.8 Appears in 217 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12 First Line: Blest are the humble souls that see Lyrics: [Blest are the humble souls that see Their emptiness and poverty; Treasures of grace to them are giv'n, And crowns of joy laid up in heav'n.] [Blest are the men of broken heart, Who mourn for sin with inward smart The blood of Christ divinely flows, A healing balm for all their woes.] [Blest are the meek, who stand afar From rage and passion, noise and war; God will secure their happy state, And plead their cause against the great.] [Blest are the souls that thirst for grace, Hunger and long for righteousness; They shall be well supplied, and fed With living streams and living bread.] [Blest are the men whose bowels move And melt with sympathy and love; From Christ the Lord shall they obtain Like sympathy and love again.] [Blest are the pure, whose hearts arc clean From the defiling powers of sin; With endless pleasure they shall see A God of spotless purity.] [Blest are the men of peaceful life, Who quench the coals of growing strife; They shall be called the heirs of bliss, The sons of God, the God of peace.] [Blest are the suff'rers who partake Of pain and shame for Jesus' sake; Their souls shall triumph in the Lord Glory and joy are their reward.]

Let the Lower Lights Be Burning

Author: P. P. Bliss Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Appears in 552 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:16 First Line: Brightly beams our Father's mercy Topics: Activity Missions Used With Tune: [Brightly beams our Father's mercy]

O Breathe on Me, O Breath of God

Author: Edwin Hatch, 1835-1889 Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 343 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:3 Lyrics: 1 O breathe on me, O breath of God, Fill me with life anew, That I may love the things you love, And do what you would do. 2 O breathe on me, O breath of God, Until my heart is pure; Until my will is one with yours, To do and to endure. 3 O breathe on me, O breath of God, My will to yours incline, Until this selfish part of me Glows with your fire divine. 4 O breathe on me, O breath of God, So shall I never die, But live with you the perfect life Of your eternity. Used With Tune: ST. COLUMBA

Forgive Our Sins

Author: Rosamund Herklots, b. 1950 Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 68 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:21-24 First Line: "Forgive our sins as we forgive" Used With Tune: DETROIT

Purer in Heart, O God

Author: Fannie Estelle Davison Meter: Irregular Appears in 110 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:8 Lyrics: 1. Purer in heart, O God, Help me to be; May I devote my life Wholly to Thee: Watch Thou my wayward feet, Guide me with counsel sweet; Purer in heart, Help me to be. 2. Purer in heart, O God, Help me to be; Teach me to do Thy will Most lovingly: Be Thou my friend and guide, Let me with Thee abide; Purer in heart, Help me to be. 3. Purer in heart, O God, Help me to be; Until Thy holy face One day I see: Keep me from secret sin, Reign Thou my soul within; Purer in heart, Help me to be. Used With Tune: PURER IN HEART

Renew Your Church, Her Ministries Restore

Author: Kenneth L. Cober Meter: 10.6.10.6.8.8.8.6 Appears in 27 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:13-14 First Line: Renew the church, her ministries restore Topics: Church Ministry and Ministers; Church Nature; Christian Education; Race Relations; Social Concerns; Word of God Used With Tune: ALL IS WELL

Brother, sister, let me serve you

Author: Richard A. M. Gillard (b. 1953) Meter: 8.7.8.7 Appears in 51 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:41 Topics: The Holy Spirit The Church Celebrates - Family, Friendship, and Marriage; Church Body of Christ; Pilgrimage; Service; Sharing and Caring Used With Tune: SERVANT SONG

O Word of God Incarnate

Author: Willaim Walsham How Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Appears in 487 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:16 Topics: Jesus Christ Master; Pilgrimage and Conflict; God Revelation Used With Tune: MUNICH Text Sources: Lutheran Book of Worship (1978) (chiefly from)

Make Me a Channel of Your Peace

Author: Sebastian Temple, 1928-1998 Meter: Irregular Appears in 40 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:9 Refrain First Line: O Master, grant that I may never seek Used With Tune: PRAYER OF ST. FRANCIS

We Are the Light of the World

Author: Jean Anthony Greif Appears in 11 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:1-11 First Line: Blessed are they who are poor in the spirit Topics: Going Forth Songs of Service; The Service of the Word Dedication Songs; The Going Forth Songs of Service Used With Tune: [Blessed are they who are poor in spirit]

Jesus Bids Us Shine

Author: Susan Warner, 1819-1885 Meter: 5.5.6.5.6.4.6.4 Appears in 267 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:16 Lyrics: 1 Jesus bids us shine with a pure, clear light, like a little candle burning in the night. In this world of darkness so let us shine - you in your small corner, and I in mine. 2 Jesus bids us shine, first of all for him; well he sees and knows it, if our light grows dim. He looks down from heaven to see us shine - you in your small corner, and I in mine. 3 Jesus bids us shine, then, for all around; many kinds of darkness in the world are found; sin and want and sorrow; so we must shine - you in your small corner, and I in mine. Topics: The Christian Life Christian Service Used With Tune: JESUS BIDS US SHINE (Excell)

Christ, be our light!

Author: Bernadette Farrell (b. 1957) Meter: 9.8.9.6 with refrain Appears in 23 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:16 First Line: Longing for light, we wait in darkness Topics: Life in Christ Our Response to Christ - In Discipleship; Light; Longing; Service; Social Concern Used With Tune: CHRIST BE OUR LIGHT

As a Fire Is Meant for Burning

Author: Ruth Duck, 1947- Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Appears in 18 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:16 Used With Tune: BEACH SPRING

Nítido Rayo

Author: S. D. Athans Appears in 17 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:16 First Line: Nítido rayo, por Cristo Refrain First Line: Un nítido rayo

Go Make a Difference

Author: Steve Angrisano, b. 1965; Tom Tomaszek, b. 1950 Appears in 6 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16 First Line: We are the salt of the earth Refrain First Line: Go make a diff'rence Used With Tune: [We are the salt of the earth]

Sois la Semilla (You Are the Seed)

Author: Raquel Gutiérrez-Achon; Skinner Chávez-Melo; Cesáreo Gabaraín Meter: 10.9.10.8 with refrain Appears in 15 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16 First Line: Sois la semilla que ha de crecer (You are the seed that will grow a new sprout) Topics: Consecration; Discipleship; Witness; Year A Epiphany 5; Year A Trinity Sunday; Year A Proper 11; Year B Proper 21 Used With Tune: ID Y ENSEÑAD

Brilla en Tu Lugar

Author: V. Mendoza Appears in 12 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:14 First Line: Nunca esperes el momento de una grande acción Refrain First Line: Brilla en el sitio donde estés

Bienaventurados son

Appears in 5 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:8 First Line: Bienaventurados son los de limpio conrazón Refrain First Line: ¡Oh, cantemos aleluya! Used With Tune: [Bienaventurados son los de limpio conrazón]

A perfect heart the Redeemer's throne

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 1,165 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:8 First Line: O for a heart to praise my God Topics: The Christian Life Sanctification Used With Tune: ROSCOE

Faith of Our Fathers

Author: Frederick W. Faber Meter: 8.8.8.8.8.8 Appears in 842 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:16 First Line: Faith of Our fathers! living still Lyrics: 1 Faith of our fathers! living still in spite of dungeon, fire and sword: O how our hearts beat high with joy whene'er we hear that glorious word! Refrain: Faith of our fathers, holy faith! We will be true to thee till death! 2 Faith of our fathers! we will strive to win all nations unto thee, and through the truth that comes from God, we all shall then be truly free. [Refrain] 3 Faith of our fathers! we will love both friend and foe in all our strife: and preach thee too, as love knows how, by kindly words and virtuous life: [Refrain] Topics: Faithfulness of Believers; Fathers; All Saints' Day; Church Nature; Believing Faith; Faithfulness of Believers; Fathers; Heritage; Missions; Resolve; Witnessing Used With Tune: ST. CATHERINE

So let our lips and lives express

Author: Watts Meter: 8.8.8.8 Appears in 492 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16 Lyrics: 1 So let our lips and lives express The holy gospel we profess; So let our works and virtues shine, To prove the doctrine all divine. 2 Thus shall we best proclaim abroad The honors of our Saviour God; When his salvation reigns within, And grace subdues the power of sin. 3 Religion bears our spirits up, While we expect that blessed hope-- The bright appearance of the Lord; And faith stands leaning on his word. Topics: The Christian Life Growth in Grace; Consistency

Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart

Author: Edward H. Plumptre, 1821-1891 Meter: 8.6.8.6 with refrain Appears in 429 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:8 Refrain First Line: Rejoice, rejoice, rejoice, give thanks and sing Lyrics: 1 Rejoice, ye pure in heart, rejoice, give thanks and sing; your festal banner wave on high, the cross of Christ your King. Refrain: Rejoice, rejoice, rejoice, give thanks and sing. 2 Bright youth and snow crowned age, strong souls and spirits meek, raise high your free, exulting song, God's wondrous praises speak. [Refrain] 3 With voice as full and strong as ocean's surging praise, send forth the hymns the saints have loved, the psalms of ancient days. [Refrain] 4 Yes, on through life’s long path, still chanting as you go, from youth to age, by night and day, in gladness and in woe. [Refrain] Used With Tune: MARION

Happy poverty; or, the poor in spirit blessed

Author: Steele Meter: 8.8.8.8 Appears in 63 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:3 First Line: Ye humble souls, complain no more Lyrics: 1 Ye humble souls, complain no more, Let faith survey your future store; How happy, how divinely blest, The sacred words of truth attest. 2 When conscious grief laments sincere, And pours the penitential tear; Hope points to your dejected eyes, The bright reversion in the skies. 3 In vain the sons of wealth and pride Despise your lot, your hopes deride: In vain they boast their little stores, Trifles are theirs, a kingdom yours:— 4 A kingdom of immense delight, Where health, and peace, and joy unite; Where undeclining pleasures rise, And every wish hath full supplies: 5 A kingdom which can ne'er decay, While time sweeps earthly thrones away; The state which power and truth sustain, Unmov'd for ever must remain. 6 There shall your eyes with rapture view The glorious friend that dy'd for you; That dy'd to ransom, dy'd to raise To crowns of joy, and songs of praise. 7 Jesus, to thee I breathe my prayer, Reveal, confirm my interest there: Whate'er my humble lot below, This, this my soul desires to know! 8 O let me hear that voice divine Pronounce the glorious blessing mine! Enroll'd among thy happy poor, My largest wishes ask no more. Topics: The Graces of the Holy Spirit Humility; Happiness Of the poor in spirit; Humility Prayed for; Poor in spirit blessed; Spiritual Poverty

Meekness

Meter: 8.8.8.8 Appears in 50 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:5 First Line: Happy the meek, whose gentle breast Topics: Duties and Trials Steadfastness and Growth in Grace Used With Tune: WELTON

Lord of All Nations, Grant Me Grace

Author: Olive W. Spannaus, b. 1916 Meter: 8.8.8.8 Appears in 22 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48 Used With Tune: BEATUS VIR

Take Me to the Water

Appears in 16 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:12 First Line: [Take Me to the Water] Text Sources: African American Spiritual - Sing! A New Creation (SNC) (CRC Publications)

Ye Are the Light of the World

Author: R. J. Craig Appears in 11 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:16 Topics: The Glory of the Church Used With Tune: THE LIGHT

Allí Está Jesús (Look Closely and See)

Author: Alberto B. Giacumbo; Mary Louise Bringle, n. 1953 Appears in 7 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5 Topics: Amor de Dios para Nosotros; Love of God for Us; Amor Para Dios; Love for God; Challenge of Gospel; Desafio del Evangelio; Discipleship; Discipulado; Faith; Fe; Humildad; Humility; Jesucristo; Jesus Christ; Misterio Pascual; Paschal Mystery; Palabra de Dios; Word of God; Sacrifice; Sacrificio Used With Tune: SUS HECHOS

Blessed Are the Persecuted

Author: Esther C. Bergen Appears in 4 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12 Topics: Jesus Christ Life and Ministry; God Known in Jesus Christ Life and Ministry; Jesus Christ; Jesus Christ: Life and Ministry; Jesus Christ: Teaching; Hunger Used With Tune: TONGA

O Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit

Meter: Irregular Appears in 4 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12 Lyrics: 1 O blessed are the poor in spirit; for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 2 O blessed are those who mourn; for they shall be comforted. 3 O blessed are the meek; for they shall inherit the earth. 4 O blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness; for they shall be satisfied. 5 O blessed are the merciful; for they shall obtain mercy. 6 O blessed are the pure in heart; for they shall see God. 7 O blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God. 8 O blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake; for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 9 O blessed are you when the world reviles you and persecutes you; and utters all manner of evil against you falsely for my sake. 10 Rejoice and be exceedingly glad; for great is your reward in heaven. Topics: Ordinary Time 4, Year A; Ordinary Time 6, Year B; All Saints (November 1); Christian Life; Comfort; Discipleship; Mercy; Ministry; Peace; Poverty; Saints; Suffering Used With Tune: KONTAKION Text Sources: The Beatitutdes

Blessed are the poor in spirit

Appears in 1,913 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12 Topics: Comfort; Grief; Jesus Christ Teachings of; Justice Economic; Mercy; Peace and Justice; Persecution; Reign of God; Separation from the World; Sermon on the Mount Text Sources: The Holy Bible, English Standard Version

O for a thousand tongues to sing

Author: Charles Wesley, 1707-1788 Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 1,747 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:4 Lyrics: 1 O for a thousand tongues to sing my dear Redeemer's praise, the glories of my God and King, the triumphs of his grace! 2 Jesus! the name that charms our fears, that bids our sorrows cease; 'tis music in the sinner's ears, 'tis life and health and peace. 3 He breaks the power of cancelled sin, he sets the prisoner free: his blood can make the foulest clean; his blood availed for me. 4 He speaks; and, listening to his voice, new life the dead receive, the mournful broken hearts rejoice, the humble poor believe. 5 Hear him, ye deaf; his praise, ye dumb, your loosened tongues employ; ye blind, behold your Saviour come; and leap, ye lame, for joy! 6 My gracious Master and my God, assist me to proclaim and spread through all the earth abroad the honours of thy name. Topics: Epiphany III Year C; Proper 5 Year C; Proper 18 Year B Used With Tune: SELBY

Come, ye disconsolate, where'er ye languish

Author: Thomas Moore; T. Hastings Meter: 11.10.11.10 Appears in 1,059 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:4 Topics: God: His Attributes, Works and Word The Gospel - Offered Used With Tune: COMFORT

The Church's One Foundation

Author: Samuel J. Stone, 1839-1900 Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Appears in 869 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:5 Lyrics: 1 The Church's one foundation is Jesus Christ her Lord; she is his new creation, by water and the word: from heaven he came and sought her to be his holy bride; with his own blood he bought her, and for her life he died. 2 Elect from every nation, yet one o’er all the earth, her charter of salvation: one Lord, one faith, one birth; one holy name she blesses, partakes one holy food, and to one hope she presses with every grace endued. 3 Though with a scornful wonder we see her sore oppressed, by schisms rent asunder, by heresies distressed: yet saints their watch are keeping, their cry goes up, “How long?” and soon the night of weeping shall be the morn of song. 4 ’Mid toil and tribulation, and tumult of her war, she waits the consummation of peace forevermore, till with the vision glorious her longing eyes are blest, and the great Church victorious shall be the Church at rest. 5 Yet she on earth hath union with God, the Three in One, and mystic sweet communion with those whose rest is won: O happy ones and holy! Lord, give us grace that we, like them, the meek and lowly, on high may dwell with thee. Topics: Conflict Spiritual; Fellowship Used With Tune: AURELIA

The Day of Resurrection

Author: John of Damascus, 8th C.; John M. Neale Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Appears in 518 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:8 Lyrics: 1 The day of resurrection! Earth, tell it out abroad; the Passover of gladness, the Passover of God. From death to life eternal, from sin's dominion free, our Christ has brought us over with hymns of victory. 2 Our hearts be pure from evil, that we may see aright the Lord in rays eternal of resurrection light; and, listening to his accents, may hear so calm and plain, his own "all hail" and, hearing, may raise the victor strain. 3 Now let the heavens be joyful! Let earth its song begin! The world resound in triumph, and all that is therein; let all things seen and unseen their notes of gladness blend; for Christ the Lord has risen, our Joy that has no end! Topics: Easter Season; Jesus Christ Presence of; Jesus Christ Final Victory Used With Tune: LANCASHIRE

I thirst, thou wounded Lamb of God

Author: J. Wesley Meter: 8.8.8.8 Appears in 244 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:6 Lyrics: 1 I thirst, thou wounded Lamb of God, To wash me in thy cleansing blood; To dwell within thy bounds: then pain Is sweet, and life or death is gain. 2 Take my poor heart, and let it be For ever closed to all but thee: Seal thou my breast, and let me wear That pledge of love for ever there. 3 How blest are they who still abide Close sheltered in thy bleeding side! Who thence their life and strength derive, And by thee move, and in thee live. 4 What are works but sin and death, Till thou thy quick'ning Spirit breathe? Thou giv'st the power thy grace to move, Oh, wondrous grace! oh, boundless love! 5 How can it be, thou heavenly King, That thou shouldst us to glory bring; Make slaves the partners of thy throne, Decked with a never-fading crown? Topics: The Christian System Justification By Faith; Thirsting for the Fullness of Love

Blessed Are the Sons of God

Author: Joseph Humphreys Meter: 7.7.7.7.7.7 Appears in 207 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:14 Refrain First Line: With them numbered may we be Lyrics: 1 Blessed are the sons of God, they are bought with Christ's own blood; they are ransomed from the grave, life eternal they shall have: Refrain: With them numbered may we be, here and in eternity. 2 They are justified by grace, they enjoy the Savior's peace; all their sins are washed away, they shall stand in God's great day: [Refrain] 3 They are lights upon the earth, children of a heav'nly birth; one with God, with Jesus one, glory is in them begun: [Refrain] Topics: The Way of Salvation Adoption; Church Covenant People; Union with Christ; Unity of Believers Used With Tune: ROSEFIELD

Lord, I Want to Be a Christian

Meter: Irregular Appears in 153 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:6 First Line: Lord, I want to be a Christian in my heart Lyrics: 1 Lord, I want to be a Christian in my heart, in my heart. Lord, I want to be a Christian in my heart. In my heart, in my heart, Lord, I want to be a Christian in my heart. 2 Lord, I want to be more loving in my heart, in my heart. Lord, I want to be more loving in my heart. In my heart, in my heart, Lord, I want to be more loving in my heart. 3 Lord, I want to be more holy in my heart, in my heart. Lord, I want to be more holy in my heart. In my heart, in my heart, Lord, I want to be more holy in my heart. 4 Lord, I want to be like Jesus in my heart, in my heart. Lord, I want to be like Jesus in my heart. In my heart, in my heart, Lord, I want to be like Jesus in my heart. Topics: Aspiration; Commitment; Holiness of Life; Jesus Christ Example; Love Our Love of God; Spirituals Used With Tune: I WANT TO BE A CHRISTIAN Text Sources: Afro-American spiritual

My Prayer

Author: P. P. Bliss Appears in 150 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:48 First Line: More holiness give me Lyrics: 1 More holiness give me, More strivings within; More patience in suffering, More sorrow for sin; More faith in my Savior, More sense of his care; More joy in his service More purpose in prayer. 2 More gratitude give me, More trust in the Lord; More pride in his glory, More hope in his word; More tears for his sorrows, More pain at his grief; More meekness in trial, More praise for relief. 3 More purity give me, More strength to o'ercome; More freedom from earth-stains, More longings for home; More fit for the kingdom, More useful I'd be; More blessed and holy, More, Savior, like thee. Used With Tune: [More holiness give me]

Lord Jesus, think on me

Author: Synesius of Cyrene, c. 365-c. 414; A. W. Chatfield, 1808-1896 Meter: 6.6.8.6 Appears in 130 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:8 Lyrics: 1 Lord Jesus, think on me, and purge away my sin; from earthborn passions set me free, and make me pure within. 2 Lord Jesus, think on me with many a care opprest; let me thy loving servant be, and taste thy promised rest. 3 Lord Jesus, think on me, nor let me go astray; through darkness and perplexity point thou the heavenly way. 4 Lord Jesus, think on me, that, when the flood is past, I may eternal brightness see, and share thy joy at last. Topics: Lent Used With Tune: SOUTHWELL

Satisfied

Author: Clara T. Williams Meter: 8.7.8.7 with refrain Appears in 88 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:6 First Line: All my life I had a longing Refrain First Line: Hallelujah! I have found HIm Lyrics: 1. All my life I had a longing For a drink from some clear spring, That I hoped would quench the burning Of the thirst I felt within. Hallelujah! I have found Him Whom my soul so long has craved! Jesus satisfies my longings, Thro' His blood I now am saved. 2. Feeding on the husks around me, Till my strength was almost gone, Longed my soul for something better, Only still to hunger on. Hallelujah! I have found Him Whom my soul so long has craved! Jesus satisfies my longings, Thro' His blood I now am saved. 3. Poor I was, and sought for riches, Something that would satisfy, But the dust I gathered round me Only mocked my soul's sad cry. Hallelujah! I have found Him Whom my soul so long has craved! Jesus satisfies my longings, Thro' His blood I now am saved. 4. Well of water, ever springing, Bread of life so rich and free, Untold wealth that never faileth, My Redeemer is to me. Hallelujah! I have found Him Whom my soul so long has craved! Jesus satisfies my longings, Thro' His blood I now am saved. Used With Tune: SATISFIED

Is Your Lamp Burning

Author: Mrs. E. M. H. Gates Appears in 65 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:16 First Line: Say, is your lamp burning, my brother Refrain First Line: Say, is your lamp burning, my brother Used With Tune: [Say, is your lamp burning, my brother]

The mourner blessed

Appears in 56 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:4 First Line: Jesus, if still the same thou art Topics: The Sinner Penitential

God Has Spoken by His Prophets

Author: George W. Briggs Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Appears in 52 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:18 Lyrics: 1 God hath spoken by the prophets, spoken the unchanging Word, each from age to age proclaiming God the one, the righteous Lord. In the world's despair and turmoil one firm anchor holds us fast: God is king, his throne eternal, God the first, and God the last. 2 God hath spoken by Christ Jesus, Christ, the everlasting Son, brightness of the Father's glory, with the Father ever one; spoken by the Word incarnate, God of God, ere time was born; Light of Light, to earth descending, Christ, as God in human form. 3 God is speaking by his Spirit, speaking to our hearts again; in the agelong Word expounding God's own message, now as then. Through the rise and fall of nations one sure faith yet standing fast: God abides, his Word unchanging, God the first, and God the last. Topics: Jesus Christ God Incarnate; Descants; Holy Spirit Illuminator; Jesus Christ God Incarnate; Jesus Christ Incarnation; Jesus Christ Light; Proclamation; Holy Scriptures; Trinity Used With Tune: ODE TO JOY

Remember your servants Lord

Meter: Irregular with refrain Appears in 41 hymnals Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12 First Line: Blessed are the poor in spirit Lyrics: Antiphon: Remember your servants, Lord, when you come in your kingly power. 1 Blessed are the poor in spirit; for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 2 Blessed are those who mourn; for they shall be comforted. 3 Blessed are the meek; for they shall inherit the earth. 4 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness; for they shall be satisfied. 5 Blessed are the merciful; for they shall obtain mercy. 6 Blessed are the pure in heart; for they shall see God. 7 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. 8 Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake; for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 9 Blessed are you when the world reviles you and persecutes you; and utters all manner of evil against you falsely for my sake: Rejoice and be exceeding glad; for great is your reward in heaven. Antiphon: Remember your servants, Lord, when you come in your kingly power. Topics: Christian Vocation and Pilgrimage Used With Tune: BEATITUDES (Proulx) Text Sources: Russian Orthodox liturgy

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