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Christians, Come, in Sweetest Measures

Author: Adam of St. Victor, d. 1172; R. Campbell, 1814-68 Hymnal: ELH1996 #411 (1996) Meter: 8.8.7.8.8.7 Person Name: Adam of St. Victor, d. 1172 Lyrics: 1 Christians, come, in sweetest measures Sing of those who spread the treasures In the holy Gospels shrined; Blessèd tidings of salvation, Peace on earth their proclamation, Love from God to lost mankind. 2 See the rivers four that gladden With their streams the better Eden, Planted by our Savior dear. Christ the Fountain, these the waters, Drink, O Zion’s sons and daughters; Drink and find salvation here. 3 Here our souls, by Jesus sated, More and more shall be translated Earth’s temptations far above; Freed from sin’s abhorred dominion, Soaring on angelic pinion, They shall reach the Source of love. 4 Then shall thanks and praise ascending For Thy mercies without ending Rise to Thee, O Savior blest. With Thy gracious aid defend us, Let Thy guiding light attend us, Bring us to Thy place of rest. Topics: Heavenly Riches; Trinity 1 Languages: English Tune Title: ALLES IST AN GOTTES SEGEN

Lord, Hear the Voice of My Complaint

Author: J. Agricola, 1494-1566 ; C. Winkworth, 1827-78 Hymnal: ELH1996 #255 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7.4.6.8 Person Name: J. Agricola, 1494-1566 Lyrics: 1 Lord, hear the voice of my complaint, To Thee I now commend me, Let not my heart and hope grow faint, But deign Thy grace to send me. True faith from Thee, my God, I seek, The faith that loves Thee solely, Keeps me lowly, And prompt to aid the weak, And mark each word that Thou dost speak. 2 Yet more from Thee I dare to claim, Whose goodness is unbounded; Oh let me ne'er be put to shame, My hope be ne'er confounded; But e'en in death still find Thee true, And in that hour, else lonely, Trust Thee only, Not aught that I can do, For such false trust I sore should rue. 3 Oh grant that from my very heart My foes be all forgiven, Forgive my sins and heal their smart, And grant new life from heaven. Thy Word, that blessed food, bestow, Which best the soul canst nourish; Make it flourish Through all the storms of woe That else my faith might overthrow. 4 Then be the world my foe or friend, Keep me to her a stranger, Thy steadfast soldier to the end, Through pleasure and through danger. From Thee alone comes such high grace, No works of ours obtain it, Or can gain it; Our pride hath here no place, 'Tis Thy free promise we embrace. 5 Help me, for I am weak; I fight, Yet scarce can battle longer. I cling but to Thy grace and might, 'Tis Thou must make me stronger. When sore temptations are my lot, And tempests round me lower, Break their power; So, through deliv'rance wrought, I know that Thou forsak'st me not! Topics: Persistent Faith; Lent 2 Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30-39 Languages: English Tune Title: ICH RUF ZU DIR

God, Who Madest Earth and Heaven

Author: H. Albert, 1604-52 ; C. Winkworth, 1827-78 Hymnal: ELH1996 #77 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7.7.7 Person Name: H. Albert, 1604-52 First Line: God who madest earth and heaven Lyrics: 1 God, who madest earth and heaven, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; Who the day and night hast given, Sun and moon and starry host; Whose almighty hand sustains Earth and all that it contains: 2 God, I thank Thee, in Thy keeping Safely have I slumbered here; Thou hast guarded me while sleeping From all danger, pain, and fear; And the cunning evil foe Hath not wrought my overthrow. 3 Let the night of my transgression With night's darkness pass away. Jesus, into Thy possession I resign myself today; In Thy wounds I find relief From all sorrow, sin, and grief. 4 Help me as the morn is breaking, In the spirit to arise, So from careless sloth awaking, That, when o'er the aged skies Shall the Judgment Day appear, I may see it without fear. 5 Lead me, and forsake me never, Guide my wanderings by Thy Word; As Thou hast been, be Thou ever My Defense, my Refuge, Lord. Never safe except with Thee, Thou my faithful Guardian be. 6 O my God, I now commend me Wholly to Thy mighty hand; As the powers that Thou dost lend me Let me use at Thy command. Lord, my Shield, my Strength divine, Keep me with Thee, I am Thine. 7 From all evil one's dark power Let Thine angel guard my soul; Warning, guiding me each hour, All the devil's wiles control Till my final rest be come, And Thine angel bear me home. Languages: English Tune Title: GOTT DES HIMMELS

Not in Anger, Mighty God

Author: J. G. Albinus, 1624-79; C. Winkworth, 1827-78 Hymnal: ELH1996 #454 (1996) Meter: 7.6.7.6.3.3.6.6 Person Name: J. G. Albinus, 1624-79 Lyrics: 1 Not in anger, mighty God, Not in anger smite us. We must perish if Thy rod Justly should requite us. We are naught; Sin hath brought, Lord, Thy wrath upon us. Yet have mercy on us! 2 Show me now a Father's love And His tender patience. Heal my wounded soul; remove These too sore temptations. I am weak; Father, speak Thou of peace and gladness; Comfort Thou my sadness. 3 Weary am I of my pain, Weary with my sorrow, Sighing still for help in vain, Longing for the morrow. Why wilt Thou Tarry now! Wilt Thou friendless leave me And of hope bereave me? 4 Hence ye foes, He comes in grace; God hath deigned to hear me. I may come before His face, He is inly near me. He o'erthrows All my foes, Death and hell are vanquished In whose bonds I languished. 5 Father, hymns to Thee we raise Here and once in heaven, And the Son and Spirit praise, Who our bonds have riven. Evermore We adore Thee whose love hath stirred us And whose pity heard us. Topics: Humility: Pharisee and Publican; Trinity 11 Languages: English Tune Title: STRAF MICH NICHT

All Men Living Are But Mortal

Author: J. G. Albinus, 1625-79; C. Winkworth, 1827-78; Unknown Hymnal: ELH1996 #472 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.8.7.7 Person Name: J. G. Albinus, 1625-79 Lyrics: 1 All men living are but mortal, Yea, all flesh must fade as grass; Only through death's gloomy portal To eternal life we pass. This frail body here must perish Ere the heav'nly joys it cherish, Ere it gain the free reward For the ransomed of the Lord. 2 Therefore, when my God doth choose it, Willingly I'll yield my life Nor will grieve that I should lose it, For with sorrows it was rife. In my dear Redeemer's merit Peace hath found my troubled spirit, And in death my comfort this: Jesus' death my source of bliss. 3 Jesus for my sake descended My salvation to obtain: Death and hell for me are ended, Peace and hope are now my gain; Yea, with joy I leave earth's sadness For the home of heav'nly gladness Where I shall forever see God, the Holy Trinity. 4 There is joy beyond our telling, Where so many saints have gone; Thousands, thousands, there are dwelling, Worshiping before the throne, There the seraphim are shining, Evermore in chorus joining: "Holy, holy, holy, Lord! Triune God, for aye adored!" 5 Patriarchs of sacred story And the prophets there are found; The apostles, too, in glory On twelve seats are there enthroned All the saints that have ascended Age on age, through time extended, There in blissful concert sing Hallelujahs to their King. 6 O Jerusalem, how glorious Dost thou shine, thou city fair! Lo, I hear the tones victorious Ever sweetly sounding there. O the bliss that there surprises! Lo, the sun of morn now rises, And the breaking day I see That shall never end for me. 7 Yea, I see what here was told me, See that wondrous glory shine Feel the spotless robes enfold me, Know a golden crown is mine. Thus before the throne so glorious Now I stand a soul victorious, Gazing on that joy for aye That shall never pass away. Topics: Death and Burial; Trinity 16 Languages: English Tune Title: ALLE MENSCHEN MÜSSEN STERBEN

The Will of God is always Best

Author: A. von Brandenburg, 1522-57 Hymnal: ELH1996 #477 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Person Name: A. von Brandenburg, 1522-57 Lyrics: 1 The will of God is always best And shall be done forever; And they who trust in Him are blest, He will forsake them never. He helps indeed In time of need, He chastens with forbearing; They who depend On God, their Friend, Shall not be left despairing. 2 God is my Comfort and my Trust, My Hope and life abiding; And to His counsel wise and just, I yield, in Him confiding. The very hairs, His Word declares, Upon my head He numbers. By night and day God is my Stay, He never sleeps nor slumbers. 3 Lord Jesus, this I ask of Thee, Deny me not this favor: When Satan sorely troubles me, Then do not let me waver. Keep watch and ward, O gracious Lord, Fulfil Thy faithful saying: Who doth believe He shall receive An answer to His praying. 4 When life's brief course on earth is run And I this world am leaving, Grant me to say: "Thy will be done," By faith to Thee still cleaving. My heav'nly Friend, I now commend My soul into Thy keeping, O'er sin and hell, And death as well, Through Thee the vict'ry reaping. Topics: Death and Burial; Trinity 16 Languages: English Tune Title: WAS MEIN GOTT WILL

Lord of Glory, Who Hast Bought Us

Author: E. S. Alderson, 1818-89 Hymnal: ELH1996 #459 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Person Name: E. S. Alderson, 1818-89 Lyrics: 1 Lord of Glory, who hast bought us With Thy life-blood as the price, Never grudging for the lost ones That tremendous sacrifice; And with that hast freely given Blessings countless as the sand To th'unthankful and the evil With Thine own unsparing hand; 2 Grant us hearts, dear Lord, to yield Thee Gladly, freely, of Thine own. With the sunshine of Thy goodness Melt our thankless hearts of stone Till our cold and selfish natures, Warmed by Thee, at length believe That more happy and more blessed 'Tis to give than to receive. 3 Wondrous honor hast Thou given To our humblest charity In Thine own mysterious sentence, "Ye have done it unto Me." Can it be, O gracious Master, Thou dost deign for alms to sue, Saying by Thy poor and needy, "Give as I have giv'n to you"? 4 Yes, the sorrow and the suff'rings Which on ev'ry hand we see Channels are for gifts and off'rings Due by solemn right to Thee; Right of which we may not rob Thee, Debt we may not choose but pay Lest that face of love and pity Turn from us another day. 5 Lord of Glory, who hast bought us With Thy life-blood as the price, Never grudging for the lost ones That tremendous sacrifice. Give us faith to trust Thee boldly, Hope, to stay our souls on Thee; But, O best of all Thy graces, Give us Thine own charity. Topics: Charity: Good Samaritan; Trinity 13 Languages: English Tune Title: HYFRYDOL

Once in Royal David's City

Author: C. F. Alexander1818-95 Hymnal: ELH1996 #139 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7.7.7 Person Name: C. F. Alexander1818-95 Lyrics: 1 Once in royal David's city Stood a lowly cattle shed Where a mother laid her Baby In a manger for his bed. Mary was that mother mild, Jesus Christ her little child. 2 He came down to earth from heaven, Who is God and Lord of all, And His shelter was a stable, And His cradle was a stall; With the poor and mean and lowly, Lived on earth our Savior holy. 3 Jesus is our childhood's pattern; Day by day like us He grew; He was little, weak, and helpless; Tears and smiles like us He knew, And He feeleth for our sadness, And He shareth in our gladness. 4 And our eyes at last shall see Him, Through His own redeeming love; For that Child, so dear and gentle Is our Lord in heav'n above; And he leads His children on To the place where He is gone. 5 Not in that poor lowly stable With the oxen standing by We shall see Him; but in heaven, Set at God's right hand on high; Where, like stars, His children crowned, All in white shall wait around. Topics: Nativity of our Lord; Jesus, Savior of Gentiles Languages: English Tune Title: IRBY

Come, Ye Thankful People, Come

Author: H. Alford, 1810-71 Hymnal: ELH1996 #461 (1996) Meter: 7.7.7.7 D Person Name: H. Alford, 1810-71 First Line: Come, ye thankful people come Lyrics: 1 Come, ye thankful people, come; Raise the song of harvest home. All be safely gathered in Ere the winter storms begin. God, our Maker, doth provide For our wants to be supplied. Come to God's own temple, come; Raise the song of harvest home. 2 All the world is God's own field, Fruit unto His praise to yield; Wheat and tares together sown, Unto joy or sorrow grown. First the blade and then the ear, Then the full corn shall appear. Lord of harvest, grant that we Wholesome grain and pure may be. 3 For the Lord, our God, shall come And shall take His harvest home, From His field shall in that day All offences purge away, Give His angels charge at last In the fire the tares to cast, But the fruitful ears to store In His garner evermore. 4 Even so, Lord, quickly come To Thy final harvest home; Gather Thou Thy people in, Free from sorrow, free from sin, There, forever purified, In Thy garner to abide. Come with all Thine angels, come; Raise the glorious harvest home. Topics: Trinity 14 Languages: English Tune Title: ST. GEORGE'S WINDSOR

Ten Thousand Times Ten Thousand

Author: H. Alford, 1810-71 Hymnal: ELH1996 #557 (1996) Meter: 7.6.8.6 D Person Name: H. Alford, 1810-71 Lyrics: 1 Ten thousand times ten thousand, In sparkling raiment bright, The armies of the ransomed saints Throng up the steeps of light. 'Tis finished, all is finished, Their fight with death and sin; Fling open wide the golden gates And let the victors in. 2 What rush of alleluias Fills all the earth and sky! What ringing of a thousand harps Proclaims the triumph nigh! O day, for which creation And all its tribes were made; O joy, for all its former woes A thousandfold repaid! 3 O then what raptured greetings On Canaan's happy shore; What knitting severed friendships up Where partings are no more! Then eyes with joy shall sparkle That brimmed with tears of late; Orphans no longer fatherless Nor widows desolate. 4 Bring near Thy great salvation, Thou Lamb for sinners slain; Fill up the roll of Thine elect, Then take Thy pow'r and reign. Appear, Desire of Nations; Thine exiles long for home. Show in the heav'ns Thy promised sign; Thou Prince and Savior, come! Topics: Saints and Martyrs Languages: English Tune Title: ALFORD

O Little Flock, Fear Not the Foe

Author: J. M. Altenburg, 1584-1640; C. Winkworth, 1827-78 Hymnal: ELH1996 #375 (1996) Meter: 8.8.6.8.8.6 Person Name: J. M. Altenburg, 1584-1640 Lyrics: 1 0 little flock, fear not the foe Who madly seeks your overthrow; Dread not his rage and pow'r. What though your courage sometimes faints, His seeming triumph o'er God's saints Lasts but a little hour. 2 Be of good cheer; your cause belongs To Him who can avenge your wrongs; Leave it to Him, our Lord. Though hidden yet from mortal eyes, His Gideon shall for you arise, Uphold you and His Word. 3 As true as God's own Word is true, Not earth nor hell with all their crew Against us shall prevail. A jest and byword are they grown; God is with us, we are His own; Our vict'ry cannot fail. 4 Amen, Lord Jesus, grant our prayer; Great Captain, now Thine arm make bare, Fight for us once again! So shall Thy saints and martyrs raise A mighty chorus to Thy praise, World without end. Amen. Topics: Cross and Comfort; Easter 4 Languages: English Tune Title: KOMMT HER ZU MIR

O Splendor of God's Glory Bright

Author: Ambrose of Milan, 340-97 Hymnal: ELH1996 #81 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Person Name: Ambrose of Milan, 340-97 Lyrics: 1 O Splendor of God's glory bright, Who bringest forth the light from Light; O Light of light, light's Fountain-spring; O Day, our days enlightening. 2 Come, very Sun of truth and love, Come in Thy radiance from above And shed the Holy Spirit's ray On all we think or do today. 3 Likewise to Thee our prayers ascend, Father of glory without end, Father of saving grace, for pow'r To conquer in temptation's hour. 4 Teach us to work with all our might; Beat back the devil's threat'ning spite; Turn all to good that seems most ill; Help us our calling to fulfil. 5 Direct and govern heart and mind, With body chaste and disciplined; Let faith her eager fires renew And hate the false and love the true. 6 On Christ, the true Bread, let us feed, Let Him to us be drink indeed, And let us taste with joyfulness The Holy Spirit's plenteousness. 7 O joyful be the livelong day, Our thoughts as pure as morning ray, Our faith like noonday's glowing height, Our souls undimmed by shades of night. 8 The dawn begins to speed her way, Let the true Dawn Himself display, The Son with God the Father One, And God the Father in the Son. 9 All praise to God the Father be, All praise, eternal Son, to Thee, Whom with the Spirit we adore Forever and forevermore. Languages: English Tune Title: O HEILIGE DREIFALTIGKEIT

Savior of the Nations, Come

Author: Ambrose of Milan, 340-386; M. Luther, 1483-1546 ; W. M. Reynolds, 1812-76 Hymnal: ELH1996 #90 (1996) Meter: 7.7.7.7 Person Name: Ambrose of Milan, 340-386 Lyrics: 1 Savior of the nations, come, Virgin's son, make here Thy home! Marvel now, O heav'n and earth, That the Lord chose such a birth. 2 Not by human flesh and blood By the Spirit of our God Was the Word of God made flesh-- Woman's Offspring, pure and fresh. 3 Wondrous birth! O wondrous Child Of the Virgin undefiled! Though by all the world disowned, Still to be in heav'n enthroned. 4 From the Father forth He came And returneth to the same, Captive leading death and hell-- High the song of triumph swell! 5 Thou the Father's only Son, Hast o'er sin the vict'ry won. Boundless shall Thy kingdom be; When shall we its glories see? 6 Brightly doth Thy manger shine, Glorious is its light divine. Let not sin o'ercloud this light; Ever be our faith thus bright. 7 Praise to God the Father sing, Praise to God the Son, our King, Praise to God the Spirit be Ever and eternally. Topics: Jesus, The Coming King; Advent 1 Languages: English Tune Title: NUN KOMM, DER HEIDEN HEILAND

O Jesus, Lord of Heavenly Grace

Author: St. Ambrose, c. 340-397 ; J. Chandler, 1806-76 Hymnal: ELH1996 #487 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Person Name: St. Ambrose, c. 340-397 Lyrics: 1 O Jesus, Lord, of heavenly grace, Thou Brightness of Thy Father's face, Thou Fountain of eternal light, Whose beams disperse the shades of night. 2 Come, holy Sun of heav'nly love, Send down Thy radiance from above; And to our inward hearts convey The Holy Spirit's cloudless ray. 3 And we the Father's help will claim, And sing the Father's glorious name; His pow'rful help we now implore, That we may stand, to fall no more. 4 May He our actions deign to bless, And loose the bonds of wickedness; From sudden falls our feet defend, And bring us to a prosperous end. 5 May faith, deep rooted in the soul, The flesh subdue, our minds control; May guile depart, and discord cease, And all within be joy and peace. 6 O hallowed thus be ev'ry day! Let meekness be our morning ray, And faithful love our noonday light, And hope our sunset, calm and bright. 7 O Christ, with each returning morn, Thine image to our hearts is borne; O may we ever clearly see Our Saviour and our God in Thee. Topics: Christian Freedom; Trinity 17 Languages: English

O Trinity, Most Blessed Light

Author: Ambrose of Milan, 340-97; J. M. Neale, 1818-66 Hymnal: ELH1996 #574 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Person Name: Ambrose of Milan, 340-97 Lyrics: 1 O Trinity, most blessed Light, O Unity of sov'reign might, As now the fiery sun departs, Shed Thou Thy beams within our hearts. 2 To Thee our morning songs of praise, To Thee our evening pray'r we raise; Thee may our glory evermore In lowly reverence adore. 3 All praise to God the Father be, All praise, eternal Son, to Thee, Whom with the Spirit we adore Forever and forevermore. Languages: English Tune Title: O WALY WALY

Thy Soul, O Jesus, Hallow Me

Author: J. Scheffler, 1624-77 ; M. Loy, 1828-1915 Hymnal: ELH1996 #290 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Person Name: J. Scheffler, 1624-77 Lyrics: 1 Thy soul, O Jesus, hallow me, Thy Spirit steep me all in Thee, Thy body, pierc'd by ruthless steel, My wretched soul and body heal. 2 The water from Thy side that poured, For me a cleansing bath afford, And all Thy blood, with life divine, Revive this weakened heart of mine. 3 The sweat of death upon Thy face Deliver me from death's embrace, And all Thy Passion, cross, and pain, With strength my feebleness sustain. 4 O Christ, turn not away from me, Receive and hide me all in Thee, Within Thy holy wounds enclose, And keep me safe from all my foes. 5 In death's dark hour with me abide And place me, Savior, at Thy side, Where with Thy saints I shall adore And praise Thee, Lord, forevermore. Topics: Passion of Christ Languages: English

Thee Will I Love, My Strength, My Tower

Author: J. Scheffler, 1624-77; C. Winkworth, 1827-78 Hymnal: ELH1996 #409 (1996) Meter: 9.8.9.8.8.6 Person Name: J. Scheffler, 1624-77 Lyrics: 1 Thee will I love, my Strength, my Tower; Thee will I love, my Hope, my Joy. Thee will I love with all my power, With ardor time shall ne'er destroy. Thee will I love, O Light Divine, So long as life is mine. 2 Thee will I love, my Life, my Savior, Who art my best and truest Friend. Thee will I love and praise forever, For never shall Thy kindness end. Thee will I love with all my heart-- Thou my Redeemer art! 3 I thank Thee, Jesus, Sun from heaven, Whose radiance hath brought light to me. I thank Thee, who hast richly given All that could make me glad and free. I thank Thee that my soul is healed By what Thy lips revealed. 4 O keep me watchful, then, and humble; And suffer me no more to stray. Uphold me when my feet would stumble, Nor let me loiter by the way. Fill all my nature with Thy light, O Radiance strong and bright! 5 Oh, teach me, Lord, to love Thee truly With soul and body, head and heart, And grant me grace that I may duly Practice fore'er love's sacred art. Grant that my ev'ry thought may be Directed e'er to Thee. 6 Thee will I love, my Crown of gladness, Thee will I love, my God and Lord, Amid the darkest depths of sadness, Not for the hope of high reward, For Thine own sake, O Light Divine, So long as life is mine. Topics: Heavenly Riches; Trinity 1 Languages: English Tune Title: ICH WILL DICH LIEBEN

"Come, Follow Me," the Savior Spake

Author: J. Scheffler, 1624-77 ; C. W. Schaeffer, 1813-96 Hymnal: ELH1996 #422 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.8 Person Name: J. Scheffler, 1624-77 First Line: "Come follow Me," the Savior spake Lyrics: 1 "Come, follow Me," the Savior spake, "All in My way abiding; Deny yourselves, the world forsake, Obey My call and guiding. Oh, bear the cross, whate'er betide, Take my example for your guide. 2 "I am the Light; I light the way, A godly life displaying; I bid you walk as in the day; I keep your feet from straying. I am the Way, and well I show How you must sojourn here below. 3 "I teach you how to shun and flee What harms your soul's salvation, Your heart from ev'ry guile to free, From sin and its temptation. I am the Refuge of the soul And lead you to your heav'nly goal. 4 "Thus when you find most hot the fray, I at your side stand ready; The fight is Mine, I lead the way, At all times firm and steady. A soldier false who will not heed when Christ the Captain takes the lead! 5 "Who seeks to save on earth his life Without Me, he shall lose it; But who for Me in earthly trife Now loses it shall find it; Who counts the cross for Me too hard Who counts not of Me, the Lord." 6 Then let us follow Christ, our Lord, And take the cross appointed And, firmly clinging to His Word, In suff'ring be undaunted. For all who bear the battle's strain The crown of life they shall obtain. Topics: Discipleship: Following Christ; Trinity 5 Languages: English Tune Title: MACH'S MIT MIR, GOTT

Speak, O Lord, Thy Servant Heareth

Author: Anna Sophia of Hesse-Darmstadt, 1638-83; G. A. T. Rygh, 1860-1942 Hymnal: ELH1996 #230 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7.7.7.8.8 Person Name: Anna Sophia of Hesse-Darmstadt, 1638-83 Lyrics: 1 Speak, O Lord, Thy servant heareth, To Thy Word I now give heed; Life and spirit Thy Word beareth, All Thy Word is true indeed. Death's dread power in me is rife; Jesus, may Thy Word of Life Fill my soul with love's strong fervor That I cling to Thee forever. 2 Oh what blessing to be near Thee And to hearken to Thy voice! May I ever love and fear Thee That Thy Word may be my choice! Oft were hardened sinners, Lord, Struck with terror by Thy Word; But to him who for sin grieveth Comfort sweet and hope it giveth. 3 Lord, Thy words are waters living Where I quench my thirsty need. Lord, Thy words are bread life-giving, On Thy words my Soul doth feed. Lord, Thy words shall be my light Through death's vale and dreary night; Yea, they are my sword prevailing And my cup of joy unfailing. 4 Precious Jesus, I beseech Thee, May Thy words take root in me; May this gift from heav'n enrich me So that I bear fruit for Thee! Take them never from my heart Till I see Thee as Thou art, When in heav'nly bliss and glory I shall greet Thee and adore Thee. Topics: Sexagesima Languages: English Tune Title: WERDE MUNTER

Alleluia! Let Praises Ring

Author: Unknown Hymnal: ELH1996 #6 (1996) Meter: 8.8.7.8.8.7.2.2.4.4.4.8 Person Name: Unknown Lyrics: 1 Alleluia! Let praises ring! To God the Father let us bring Our songs of adoraton. To Him through everlasting days Be worship, honor, pow'r and praise Whose hand sustains creation. Singing, Ringing: Holy, holy, God is holy; Spread the story Of our God, the Lord of glory. 2 Alleluia! Let praises ring! Unto the Lamb of God we sing, In whom we are elected. He bought His Church with His own blood, He cleansed her in that blessed flood, And as His Bride selected. Holy, Holy Is our union And communion. His befriending Gives us joy and peace unending. 3 Alleluia! Let praises ring! Unto the Holy Ghost we sing, For our regeneration. The saving faith in us he wrought And us unto the Bridegroom brought. Made us His chosen nation. Glory! Glory! Joy eternal, Bliss supernal; There is manna And an endless, glad hosanna. 4 Alleluia! Let praises ring! Unto our Triune God we sing, Blest be His name forever! With angel hosts let us adore And sing His praises more and more For all His grace and favor. Singing, Ringing: Holy, holy, God is holy-- Spread the story Of our God, the Lord of glory! Topics: Invocation Languages: English Tune Title: WIE SCHÖN LEUCHTET

Come, Holy Ghost, in Love

Author: Unknown; Ray Palmer, 1808-87 Hymnal: ELH1996 #11 (1996) Meter: 6.6.4.6.6.6.4 Person Name: Unknown Lyrics: 1 Come, Holy Ghost, in love Shed on us from above Thine own bright ray. Divinely good Thou art; Thy sacred gifts impart To gladden each sad heart. O come today! 2 Come, tend'rest Friend and best, Our most delightful Guest, With soothing pow'r. Rest which the weary know, Shade mid the noontide glow, Peace when deep griefs o'erflow, Cheer us this hour. 3 Come, Light serene and still, Our inmost bosoms fill, Dwell in each breast. We know no dawn but Thine; Send forth Thy beams divine On our dark souls to shine And make us blest. 4 Exalt our low desires, Extinguish passion's fires, Heal ev'ry wound. Our stubborn spirits bend, Our icy coldness end, Our devious steps attend While heav'nward bound. 5 Come, all the faithful bless; Let all who Christ confess His praise employ. Give virtue's rich reward, Victorious death accord And, with our glorious Lord, Eternal joy. Topics: Invocation Languages: English Tune Title: ITALIAN HYMN

Come, Thou Almighty King

Author: Unknown Hymnal: ELH1996 #12 (1996) Meter: 6.6.4.6.6.6.4 Person Name: Unknown Lyrics: 1 Come, Thou Almighty King; Help us Thy name to sing; Help us to praise. Father all glorious, O'er all victorious, Come and reign over us, Ancient of days. 2 Jesus, our Lord, descend; From all our foes defend, Nor let us fall; Let Thine almighty aid Our sure defense be made: Our souls on Thee be stayed; Lord, hear our call. 3 Come, thou Incarnate Word; Gird on Thy mighty sword; Our pray'r attend. Come and Thy people bless, And give Thy Word success; Spirit of Holiness, On us descend. 4 Come, holy Comforter, Thy sacred witness bear In this glad hour. Thou who almighty art, Now rule in ev'ry heart, And ne'er from us depart, Spirit of pow'r. 5 To the great One in Three Eternal praises be, Hence evermore! His sov'reign majesty May we in glory see, And to eternity Love and adore. Topics: Invocation Languages: English Tune Title: ITALIAN HYMN

My Soul Doth Magnify the Lord

Author: Unknown; J. T. Mueller, 1885-1967 Hymnal: ELH1996 #47 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Person Name: Unknown Topics: Magnificat Languages: English Tune Title: GOTTLOB, ES GEHT NUNMEHR ZU ENDE

Now Hail the Day So Rich in Cheer

Author: Unknown; C. Døving, 1867-1937 Hymnal: ELH1996 #131 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.8.7.8.8.7 Person Name: Unknown Topics: Nativity of our Lord Languages: English Tune Title: DER TAG, DER IST SO FREUDENREICH

To the Name of Our Salvation

Author: Unknown; J. M. Neale, 1818-66 Hymnal: ELH1996 #159 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7 Person Name: Unknown Lyrics: 1. To the name of our salvation Laud and honor let us pay, Which for many a generation Hid in God's foreknowledge lay; But with holy exultation We may sing aloud today. 2 Jesus is the name we treasure, Name beyond what words can tell; Name of gladness, name of pleasure, Ear and heart delighting well; Name of sweetness, passing measure, Saving us from sin and hell. 3 'Tis the name for adoration; 'Tis the name of victory; 'Tis the name for meditation In this vale of misery; 'Tis the name for veneration By the citizens on high. 4 'Tis the name that whoso preacheth Speaks like music to the ear; Who in prayer this name beseecheth Sweetest comfort findeth near: Who its perfect wisdom reacheth Heav'nly joy possesseth here. 5 Jesus is the name prevailing Over ev'ry name by right; At this name, in terror wailing, Powers of hell are put to flight; God, in mercy never failing, Saves us by this name of might. 6 Therefore we in love adoring This most blessed name revere, Holy Jesus, Thee imploring So to write it in us here That hereafter, heav'nward soaring, We may sing with angels there. Topics: Circumcision and Name of Jesus Languages: English Tune Title: SIEH, HIER BIN ICH

Now Are the Days Fulfilled

Author: Unknown; F. W. Herzberger, 1859-1930 Hymnal: ELH1996 #164 (1996) Meter: 6.7.6.7.6.6.6.6 Person Name: Unknown Lyrics: 1. Now are the days fulfilled, God's Son is manifested, Now His great majesty In human flesh is vested. Behold the mighty God, By whom all wrath is stilled, The woman's promised Seed-- Now are the days fulfilled. 2 Now are the days fulfilled, Lo, Jacob's Star is shining; The gloomy night has fled Wherein the world lay pining. Now, IsraeI, look on Him Who long thy heart hath thrilled; Hear Zion's watchmen cry: Now are the days fulfilled. 3 Now are the days fulfilled, The child of God rejoices; No bondage of the Law, No curses that it voices, Can fill our hearts with fear; On Christ our hope we build. Behold the Prince of Peace-- Now are the days fulfilled. Topics: God's Protection; Christmas 2 Languages: English

O Bread of Life From Heaven

Author: Unknown; P. Schaff, 1819-1893 Hymnal: ELH1996 #266 (1996) Meter: 7.7.6.7.7.8 Person Name: Unknown Lyrics: 1 O Bread of life from heaven, To weary pilgrims given, O manna from above: The souls that hunger feed Thou, The hearts that seek Thee lead Thou, With Thy most sweet and tender love. 2 O Fount of grace redeeming, O River ever streaming From Jesus' holy side: Come Thou, Thyself bestowing On thirsting souls, and flowing Till all their wants are satisfied. 3 Jesus, this feast receiving, Thy Word of truth believing, We Thee unseen adore: Grant, when our race is ended, That we, to heav'n ascended, May see Thy glory ever more. Topics: Jesus, Bread of Life; Lent 4 Languages: English Tune Title: O WELT, ICH MUSS DICH LASSEN

We Thank Thee, Jesus, Dearest Friend

Author: Unknown; M. Loy, 1828-1915 Hymnal: ELH1996 #394 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8 with alleluia Person Name: Unknown Lyrics: 1 We thank Thee, Jesus, dearest Friend, That Thou didst into heav'n ascend. O blessed Savior, bid us live And strength to soul and body give. Allelujah. 2 Ascended to His throne on high, Hid from our sight, yet always nigh, He rules and reigns at God's right hand And has all pow'r at His command. Allelujah. 3 The man who trusts in Him is blest And finds in Him eternal rest; This world's allurements we despise And fix on Christ alone our eyes. Allelujah. 4 We therefore heartily rejoice And sing His praise with cheerful voice; He captive led captivity, From bitter death He set us free. Allelujah. 5 Through Him we heirs of heav'n are made; O Brother, Christ, extend Thine aid That we may firmly trust in Thee And through Thee live eternally. Allelujah. Topics: Exaltation of Christ Languages: English Tune Title: ERSCHIENEN IST DER HERRLICH TAG

In Jesus I Find Rest and Peace

Author: Unknown; G. A. T. Rygh, 1860-1942 Hymnal: ELH1996 #437 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7.4.4.8.7 Person Name: Unknown Lyrics: 1 In Jesus I find rest and peace-- The world is full of sorrow; His wounds are my abiding-place; Let the unknown tomorrow Bring what it may, There I can stay, My faith finds all I need today, I will not trouble borrow. 2 Until I found that crystal spring, My way was dull and dreary; I looked for peace in many a thing; But still my soul grew weary. Unsatisfied, All things I tried, And yet my soul had not espied The fount of life so near me. 3 My soul was carnal, blind, and bound By sin, and never sought Thee, Lord Jesus, though I ever found All else no comfort brought me, No peace, no rest Within my breast; My troubled soul remained unblest, Of Thee I ne'er bethought me. 4 In pity, then, Thou cam'st to me, Thine arms to me extending; I heard Thy voice: Come unto me And rest in peace unending. Immanuel Loves thee full well, He saves thy soul from death and hell, In perils thee defending. 5 O Jesus, I must now confess The world hath but vexation And anguish, sorrow, dire distress, As is Thy declaration. In Thee is peace And sweet surcease; Thy bosom is my resting-place Where I find consolation. 6 To me the preaching of the cross Is wisdom everlasting; Thy death alone redeems my loss; On Thee my burden casting, I, in Thy name, A refuge claim From sin and death and from all shame-- Blest be Thy name, O Jesus! 7 O Jesus, may I constant be, Forever with Thee staying! O may I feel love's mastery, My ev'ry fear allaying! The dove at last Hath found sweet rest From all her weary, futile quest, Although she long went straying. Topics: Trinity 7 Languages: English Tune Title: I JESUS SØGER JEG MIN FRED

Christ alone is our salvation

Author: Unknown Hymnal: ELH1996 #484 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Person Name: Unknown Lyrics: 1 Christ alone is our salvation, Christ the rock on which we stand; Other than this sure foundation Will be found but sinking sand. Christ, His cross and resurrection, Is alone the sinners' plea; At the throne of God's perfection Nothing else can set him free. 2 We have all things, Christ possessing: Life eternal, second birth, Present pardon, peace, and blessing While we tarry here on earth; And by faith's anticipation, Foretaste of the joy above Freely giv'n us with salvation By the Father in His love. 3 When we perfect joy shall enter, 'Tis in Him our bless will rise; He's the essence, soul, and center Of the glory in the skies. In redemption's wondrous story Planned before our parents' fall, From the cross unto the glory Jesus Christ is all in all. Topics: Christian Freedom; Trinity 17 Languages: English Tune Title: O DURCHBRECHER ALLER BÄNDE

O God, Our Lord, Your Holy Word

Author: Unknown; W. G. Polack, 1890-1950 Hymnal: ELH1996 #549 (1996) Meter: 4.4.7.4.4.7 D Person Name: Unknown First Line: O God, our Lord Topics: Reformation Languages: English Tune Title: O HERRE GOTT, DEIN GÖTTLICH WORT

Rise Again, Ye Lion-Hearted

Author: Unknown; M. H. Franzmann, 1907-76 Hymnal: ELH1996 #555 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7.6.6.7.7 Person Name: Unknown Topics: Saints and Martyrs Languages: English Tune Title: STRATFORD

O Christ, Who Art the Light and Day

Author: Unknown; W. J. Copeland, 1804-85 Hymnal: ELH1996 #571 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Person Name: Unknown Lyrics: 1 O Christ, who art the Light and Day, Thou drivest night and gloom away; O Light of light, whose Word doth show The light of heav'n to us below. 2 All-holy Lord, in humble prayer, We ask tonight Thy watchful care. O grant us calm repose in Thee, A quiet night, from perils free. 3 Our sleep be pure from sinful stain; Let not the Tempter vantage gain, Or our unguarded flesh surprise And make us guilty in Thine eyes. 4 Asleep though wearied eyes may be, Still keep the heart awake to Thee; Let Thy right hand outstretched above Guard those who serve the Lord they love. 5 Behold, O God, our Shield, and quell The crafts and subtleties of hell; Direct Thy servants in all good, Who Thou hast purchased with Thy blood. 6 O Lord, remember us who bear The burden of the flesh we wear; Thou who dost e'er our souls defend, Be with us even to the end. 7 All praise to God the Father be, All praise, eternal Son, to Thee, Whom with the Spirit we adore Forever and forevermore. Languages: English Tune Title: CHRISTE, DER DU BIST TAG UND LICHT

O Gladsome Light, O Grace

Author: Unknown; R. S. Bridges, 1844-1930 Hymnal: ELH1996 #572 (1996) Meter: 6.6.7.6.6.7 Person Name: Unknown Lyrics: 1 O gladsome Light, O Grace Of God the Father's Face, The eternal splendor wearing; Celestial, holy, blest, Our Savior Jesus Christ, Joyful in Thine appearing. 2 Now, as day fadeth quite, We see the evening light, Our humble hymn outpouring, Father of might unknown, Thee, His incarnate Son, And Holy Ghost adoring. 3 To Thee of right belongs All praise of holy songs, O Son of God, Life-giver; Thee, therefore, O Most High, The world doth glorify And shall exalt forever. Languages: English Tune Title: NUNC DIMITTIS

Where Wilt Thou Go

Author: Unknown; A. Crull, 1845-1923 Hymnal: ELH1996 #578 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Person Name: Unknown First Line: Where wilt Thou go since night draws near Lyrics: 1 Where wilt Thou go since night draws near, O Jesus Christ, Thou Pilgrim dear? Lord, make me happy, be my Guest, And in my heart, O deign to rest. 2 Grant my request, O dearest Friend, For truly I the best intend; Thou knowest that Thou ever art A welcome Guest unto my heart. 3 The day is now far spent and gone, The shades of night come quickly on; Abide with me, Thou heav'nly Light, And do not leave me in this night. 4 Enlighten me that from the way That leads to heav'n I may not stray, That I may never be misled, Though night of sin is round me spread. 5 And when I on my death-bed lie, Help me that I in peace may die. Abide! I will not let Thee go. Thou wilt not leave me, Lord, I know. Languages: English Tune Title: ACH BLEIB BEI UNS

Almighty Father, Bless the Word

Author: Unknown Hymnal: ELH1996 #580 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Person Name: Unknown Lyrics: 1 Almighty Father, bless the Word Which through Thy grace we now have heard. O may the precious seed take root, Spring up, and bear abundant fruit. 2 We praise Thee for the means of grace As in Thy courts we seek Thy face. Grant, Lord, that we who worship here May all at last in heav'n appear. Topics: Benediction Scripture: Isaiah 55:10-12 Languages: English Tune Title: WENN WIR IN HÖCHSTEN NÖTEN SEIN

Rise! To Arms! With Prayer Employ You

Author: W. E. Arends, 1677-1721 ; J. M. Sloan, 1835-after 1890 Hymnal: ELH1996 #518 (1996) Person Name: W. E. Arends, 1677-1721 Lyrics: 1 Rise! To arms! With prayer employ you, O Christians, lest the Foe destroy you; For Satan has designed your fall. Wield God's Word, a weapon glorious; Against each foe you'll be victorious. Our God will set you o'er them all. Is Satan strong and fell? Here is Immanuel. Sing hosanna! The strong ones yield, With Christ our Shield, And we as conqu'ror's hold the field. 2 Cast afar this world's vain pleasures, Aye, boldly fight for heav'nly treasures, And steadfast be in Jesus' might. He will help, whate'er betide you, And naught will harm with Christ beside you; By faith you'll conquer in the fight. Then shame, thou weary soul! Look forward to the goal: There joy waits thee. The race, then, run; The combat done, Thy crown of glory will be won. 3 Wisely fight, for time is fleeting; The hours of grace are fast retreating; Short, short, is this our earthly way. Then the trump the dead is waking And sinners all with fear are quaking, With joy the saints will greet that Day. Bless God, our triumph's sure, Though long we did endure Scorn and trial. Thou, Son of God, To Thine abode Wilt lead the way Thyself hast trod. 4 Jesus, all Thy children cherish And keep them that they never perish Whom Thou hast purchased with Thy blood. Let new life to us be given That we may look to Thee in heaven Whenever fearful is our mood. Thy spirit on us pour That we may love Thee more-- Hearts o'erflowing; And then will we Be true to Thee In death and life eternally. Topics: Spiritual Armor; Trinity 21 Languages: English Tune Title: WACHET AUF

O Sing with Exultation

Author: A. C. Arrebo, 1587-1637 ; C. Døving, 1867-1937 Hymnal: ELH1996 #365 (1996) Meter: 7.6.7.6.6.7.7.6 Person Name: A. C. Arrebo, 1587-1637 Lyrics: 1 O sing with exultation, Sing to the Lord, rejoice! And in His congregation Shout with triumphant voice! For, lo, at God's right hand Is Christ in glory seated; With death and hell defeated, As victor He doth stand. 2 Since Christ, our Lord, is living, We nevermore shall die; To God the glory giving, We rise to Him on high; Though chastened we may be, And to our graves be taken, We unto life shall waken And live eternally. 3 Christ is the sure Foundation The builders did reject, But He for our salvation Is precious and elect And made the cornerstone On which the Church is founded; This marvel now is sounded, The work of God alone. 4 To Thee, O Christ, be glory, Who camest in His name! Thy people sing the story Thy praises to proclaim; We thank Thee and adore, O Christ, our Lord and Savior; Thy grace and boundless favor Stand fast forevermore. Topics: Easter 2 Languages: English Tune Title: THOMISSØN

The Lord My Faithful Shepherd Is

Author: A. C. Arrebo, 1587-1637; C. Døving, 1867-1937 Hymnal: ELH1996 #368 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.8.7 Person Name: A. C. Arrebo, 1587-1637 Lyrics: 1 The Lord my faithful Shepherd is, And me He safely guideth; I shall not want, for I am His Who all things good provideth. I follow Him, I hear His voice, In Him my Lord I do rejoice-- Blest am I in His keeping! 2 A tender shepherd leads his sheep Where pastures green are growing, And there His flock doth guard and keep Beside still waters flowing. Thus Christ, my Shepherd, leadeth me, My soul and body feedeth He And for their wants provideth. 3 And if I ever go astray, My wayward soul He turneth, To save the lost, to guide the way, For this He ever yearneth; He leadeth me, my soul to bless In His own path of righteousness For His name's sake and glory. 4 Why should I ever fear, O Lord, Whilst Thee I have beside me? Thou by Thy Spirit and Thy Word Dost comfort and dost guide me. In death's dark vale I'll fear no ill, For Thou, O Lord, art with me still, Thy rod and staff shall stay me. 5 Thou art my host; for me, Thy guest, A table Thou providest. Though foes be near, I am at rest, Thou still with me abidest. With oil anointest Thou my head, On me Thy blessing rich is shed, My cup with bliss o'erfloweth. 6 Thy goodness and Thy mercy, Lord, Shall follow me, attending The days Thou dost to me afford Until they reach their ending. Thereafter shall I in Thy love Dwell in Thy house in heav'n above Forever and forever. Topics: Jesus, Our Good Shepherd; Easter 3 Scripture: Psalm 23 Languages: English Tune Title: ES IST GEWISSLICH

This Is the Feast

Author: J. W. Arthur, 1922-80 Hymnal: ELH1996 #359 (1996) Meter: Irregular with refrain Person Name: J. W. Arthur, 1922-80 First Line: Worthy is Christ, the Lamb who was slain Refrain First Line: This is the feast of victory for our God Topics: Resurrection Scripture: Isaiah 25:6-9 Languages: English Tune Title: FESTIVAL CANTICLE

Spread, O Spread, Thou Mighty Word

Author: J. F. Bahnmaier, 1774-1841 ; C. Winkworth, 1827-1878 Hymnal: ELH1996 #201 (1996) Meter: 7.7.7.7 Person Name: J. F. Bahnmaier, 1774-1841 Lyrics: 1 Spread, oh, spread, thou mighty Word, Spread the kingdom of the Lord, Wheresoe'er His breath has giv'n Life to beings meant for heav'n. 2 Tell them how the Father's will Made the world and keeps it still, How His only Son He gave, Man from sin and death to save. 3 Tell of our Redeemer's love, Who forever doth remove By His holy sacrifice All the guilt that on us lies. 4 Tell them of the Spirit giv'n Now to guide us up to heav'n, Strong and holy, just and true, Working both to will and do. 5 Word of life, most pure and strong, Lo, for Thee the nations long; Spread, till from its dreary night All the world awakes to light. 6 Up! The rip'ning fields ye see, Mighty shall the harvest be; But the reapers still are few, Great the work they have to do. 7 Lord of Harvest, let there be Joy and strength to work for Thee Till the nations far and near See Thy light, and learn Thy fear. Languages: English Tune Title: VIENNA

The King of Love My Shepherd Is

Author: H. W. Baker, 1821-77 Hymnal: ELH1996 #370 (1996) Meter: 8.7.8.7 Person Name: H. W. Baker, 1821-77 First Line: The King of love, my Shepherd is Lyrics: 1 The King of Love my Shepherd is, Whose goodness faileth never; I nothing lack if I am His. And He is mine forever. 2 Where streams of living water flow, My ransomed soul He leadeth, And where the verdant pastures grow, With food celestial feedeth. 3 Perverse and foolish oft I strayed, But yet in love He sought me And on His shoulder gently laid And home, rejoicing, brought me. 4 In death's dark vale I fear no ill, With Thee, dear Lord, beside me; Thy rod and staff my comfort still, Thy cross before to guide me. 5 Thou spread'st a table in my sight, Thy unction grace bestoweth; And O what transport of delight From Thy pure chalice floweth! 6 And so through all the length of days Thy goodness faileth never. Good Shepherd, may I sing Thy praise Within Thy house forever. Topics: Jesus, Our Good Shepherd; Easter 3 Scripture: Psalm 23 Languages: English Tune Title: ST. COLUMBA

Out of the Deep I Call

Author: H. Baker, 1821-77 Hymnal: ELH1996 #453 (1996) Meter: 6.6.8.6 Person Name: H. Baker, 1821-77 Lyrics: 1 Out of the deep I call To Thee, O Lord, to Thee. Before Thy throne of grace I fall; Be merciful to me. 2 Out of the deep I cry, The woeful deep of sin, Of evil done in days gone by, Of evil now within; 3 Out of the deep of fear And dread of coming shame; All night till morning watch is near I plead the precious name. 4 Lord, there is mercy now, As ever was, with Thee. Before Thy throne of grace I bow; Be merciful to me. Topics: Humility: Pharisee and Publican; Trinity 11 Scripture: Psalm 130 Languages: English Tune Title: SOUTHWELL

Now the Day Is Over

Author: S. Baring-Gould, 1834-1924 Hymnal: ELH1996 #560 (1996) Meter: 6.5.6.5 Person Name: S. Baring-Gould, 1834-1924 Lyrics: 1 Now the day is over, Night is drawing nigh; Shadows of the evening Steal across the sky. 2 Jesus, give the weary Calm and sweet repose; With Thy tend'rest blessing May mine eyelids close. 3 Comfort ev'ry suff'rer Watching late in pain; Those who plan some evil From their sin restrain. 4 Through the long night watches, May Thine angels spread Their bright wings above me, Watching round my bed. 5 When the morning wakens, Then may I arise Pure and fresh and sinless In Thy holy eyes. Languages: English Tune Title: MERRIAL

Whoever Would Be Saved

Author: H. Bartels, b. 1929 Hymnal: ELH1996 #39 (1996) Meter: 6.6.6.6.7.7.7.7.8.6 Person Name: H. Bartels, b. 1929 Topics: Creed Languages: English Tune Title: MEIN SCHÖPFER, STEH MIR BEI

Now Christ Is Risen

Author: H. Bartels, b. 1929 Hymnal: ELH1996 #355 (1996) Meter: 5.5.10.4.4.4 Person Name: H. Bartels, b. 1929 Topics: Resurrection Languages: English Tune Title: PASCHAL ALLELUIAS

O for a Faith That Will Not Shrink

Author: W. H. Bathurst, 1796-1877 Hymnal: ELH1996 #364 (1996) Meter: 8.6.8.6 Person Name: W. H. Bathurst, 1796-1877 Lyrics: 1 O for a faith that will not shrink, Though pressed by many a foe, That will not tremble on the brink Of any earthly woe, 2 That will not murmur nor complain Beneath the chast'ning rod, But in the hour of grief or pain Will lean upon its God. 3 A faith that shines more bright and clear When tempests rage without, That, when in danger, knows no fear, In darkness feels no doubt, 4 That bears unmoved the world’s dread frown, Nor heeds its scornful smile, That seas of trouble cannot drown, Nor Satan’s arts beguile, 5 A faith that keeps the narrow way Till life’s last hour is fled And with a pure and heav'nly ray Lights up a dying bed. 6 Lord, give us such a faith as this, And then, whate’er may come, We’ll taste e’en here the hallowed bliss Of an eternal home. Topics: Easter 2 Languages: English Tune Title: WOLVERHAMPTON

When Israel Through the Desert Passed

Author: B. Beddone, 1717-95 Hymnal: ELH1996 #231 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Person Name: B. Beddone, 1717-95 Lyrics: 1 When Israel through the desert passed, A fiery pillar went before To guide them through the dreary waste And lessen the fatigue they bore. 2 Such is Thy glorious Word, O God! 'Tis for our light and guidance giv'n; It sheds its luster all abroad And points the path to bliss and heav'n. 3 It fills the soul with sweet delight The heart with living faith empow'rs; It sets our wand'ring footsteps right, Displays Thy love, and kindles ours. 4 Its promises rejoice our hearts, Its doctrines are divinely true; While highest wisdom it imparts, It comforts and instructs us too. 5 Ye favored lands that have this Word, Ye saints who feel its saving power, Unite your tongues to praise the Lord And His distinguished grace adore! Topics: Sexagesima Languages: English

A Hymn of Glory Let Us Sing

Author: The Venerable Bede, 673-735 ; B. Webb, 1819-85 Hymnal: ELH1996 #389 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8.8.8 with alleluias Person Name: The Venerable Bede, 673-735 Lyrics: 1 A hymn of glory let us sing! New songs throughout the world shall ring: Alleluia! Alleluia! Christ, by a road before untrod. Ascendeth to the throne of God. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! 2 The holy apostolic band Upon the Mount of Olives stand. Alleluia! Alleluia! And with his followers they see Jesus' resplendent majesty. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! 3 To whom the angels, drawing nigh, "Why stand and gaze upon the sky? Alleluia! Alleluia! "This is the Saviour!" thus they say, "This is His noble triumph-day." Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! 4 "Again shall ye behold Him so As ye today have seen Him go." Alleluia! Alleluia! "In glorious pomp ascending high Up to the portals of the sky." Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! 5 O grant us thitherward to tend And with unwearied hearts ascend, Alleluia! Alleluia! Unto Thy kingdom's throne, where Thou, As is our faith, art seated now. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! 6 Be Thou our Joy and strong Defense, Who art our future Recompense: Alleluia! Alleluia! So shall the light that springs from Thee Be ours through all eternity. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! 7 O risen Christ, ascended Lord, All praise to Thee let earth accord, Alleluia! Alleluia! Who art, while endless ages run, With Father and with Spirit One. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia Topics: Exaltation of Christ Languages: English Tune Title: LASST UNS ERFREUEN

O Blessed Holy Trinity

Author: M. Behm, 1557-1622 ; C. H. L. Schuette, 1843-1926 Hymnal: ELH1996 #80 (1996) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Person Name: M. Behm, 1557-1622 Lyrics: 1 O blessed Holy Trinity, Divine, eternal Unity, God Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, Be Thou this day my Guide and Host. 2 My soul and body keep from harm, O'er all I have extend Thine arm. That Satan may not cause distress Nor bring me shame and wretchedness. 3 The Father's love shield me this day, The Son's pure wisdom cheer my way; The Holy Spirit's light divine Illume my heart's benighted shrine. 4 My Maker, strengthen Thou my heart; O my Redeemer, help impart; Blest Comforter, keep at my side That faith and love in me abide. 5 Lord, bless and keep Thou me as Thine; Lord, make Thy face upon me shine; Lord, lift Thy countenance on me And give me peace, sweet peace, from Thee. Languages: English Tune Title: O HEILIGE DREIFALTIGKEIT

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