FROM THE LIBRARY OF REV. LOUIS FITZGERALD BENSON, D. D. BEQUEATHED BY HIM TO THE LIBRARY OF PRINCETON THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY Division <-y~ T^ gcctiou -} J Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2012 with funding from Princeton Theological Seminary Library http://archive.org/details/hymnsunsOOevan Sunday-School fiymnal. ■: mC 30 1935 By Authority of the English Evangelical Lutheran Synod of Missouri and Other States. Pittsburg, Pa. American Lutheran Publication Board, 1901. Coptmqht 1901, m American Lutheran Tudlication Hoarh, Pittsbubs, Pa. Cable of Contents. I. ORDERS OF SERVICES. 1. Opening Service 5 2. Closing Service 7 3. Meeting of Catechumens 9 4. Teachers Meeting 13 II. A SELECTION OF PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING 18 III. PRAYERS 52 IV. LUTHER'S SMALL CATECHISM 71 V. CHANTS. 1. Te Deum 115 2. Gloria in Excelsis 117 3. Kyrie 118 4. Sanctus 118 5. Nunc Dimittis 118 6. Agnus Dei 119 7. Venite 119 8. Magnificat 120 9. Benedictus 121 10. Litany 123 VI. HYMNS. 1. Opening 1 2. Closing 13 3. Morning 20 TABLE OF CONTENTS. 4. Evening 31 5. Lord's Day 48 6. Advent 55 7. Christmas 64 8. New Year 113 9. Epiphany 119 10. Lent 128 11. Palm Sunday 151 12. Eastci 157 13. Ascension 180 14 Pentecost 186 15. Trinity 199 16. Word 214 17. Baptism 227 18. Lord's Supper 229 19 Childhood 231 20. Confirmation 245 21. Reformation— Church— Mission 249 22. Faith in the Redeemer 279 23. Prayer 333 24. Praise 349 25. Service 367 26. Warfare and Processional 395 27. Cross and Comfort 407 28 Death and Burial 419 29 Heaven 427 30 Miscellaneous 444 VII. INDEX 452 ft Cbe Opening Service. r A Hymn of Invocation of the Holy Ghost, or another suitable Hymn tnay be sung. U Then shall be sung or said THE VERSICLES AXD THE GLORIA PATRT. Minister. O Lord, open Thou my lips. School. And my mouth shall show forth Thy praise. Minister. Make haste, O God, to deliver me. School. Make haste to help me, O Lord. Minister. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. School. As it was in the beginning, is now, nnd ever shall be, world without end Amen. r Then shall be said responsively by the Minister or Superintendent and the School THE PSALM. THE OPENING SERVICE. H After the reading of the Psalm, there may be *ung THE GLORIA PATRL Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. \ Then shall follow THE PRAYER. \ Then shall be said by the Minister or Superintendent and the School one of the principal parts of THE CATECHISM. \ Then shall be sung A HYMN. \ Then shall begin THE INSTRUCTION FOR THE DAY. Cbe Closing Service. be sung A HYMN. r Then shall be said by the School the APOSTLES' CREED. [ BELIEVE in God the Father Almighty, A Maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary; suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven,- and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy Christ- ian Church, the communion of saints; the for- giveness of sins ; the resurrection of the body ; and the life everlasting. Amen. | The Minister or Superintendent may read a closing Prayer. THE CLOSING SERVICE. TI Then shall the School say THE LORD'S PRAYER. OUR Father, who art in heaven; Hallowed bo Thy name ; Thy kingdom come ; Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily bread; And forgive us our tres- passes, as we forgive those who trespass against us ; and lead us not into temptation ; But deliver us from evil ; For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. \ Thru shall the Mirnstcf say THE BENEDICTION. The Lord bless tnee, and keep thee; The Lord make His face shine upon thee, and be gnu-ions unto thee. The Lord lift up I lis countenance upon thee, ana give; thee peace. Amen. Order of Service for JMeeting of Catechumens. ^| A Hymn de tempore or. another hymn shall be sung. 1 Then shall be said THE VERSICLES. Minister. 0 Lord, open Thou my lips. Catechumens. And my mouth shall show forth Thy praise. Minister. Make haste, O God, to deliver me. Catechumens. Make haste to help me, O Lord. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. fl Then shall be said THE IKYITATOEY. Minister. O come, let us worship the Lord. Catechumens. For He is our Maker. ^| Then may be said THE VENITE. Ps. xcv. 10 MEETING OF CATECHUMENS. H Then shall be said A PRAYER. Let us pray. C\ GOD faithful and true, that showest mercy ** to thousands and ten thousands of them that love Thee, look down upon these Thy ser- vants who bow their heads unto Thee, and bless them with Thy spiritual benedictions; keep them as the apple of Thy eye; preserve them in piety and righteousness, and vouchsafe to bring- them to eternal life in Christ Jesus, Thy beloved Son, with whom unto Thee be glory, honor and ador- ation in the Holy Ghost, now and forever, world without end. Amen. Or this: I" ORD our God, Thou Lover of Mankind, we " humbly beseech Thee to reveal the Gospel of Christ to these Thy children. Enlighten and in- struct them and teach them true knowledge of Thee and Thy will; instruct them in Thy pre- cepts and judgments; open the ears of their hearts to be occupied in Thy Law day and night ; confirm them in true faith and number them with Thy flock. Vouchsafe unto them the gar- ment of incorruption; cleanse them from all pollution of fle&h and spirit and dwell and walk MEETING OF CATECHUMENS. 11 in them by Christ that all their coming in and going out may be pleasing to Thee through Je- sus Christ our Lord. Amen. H Then shall begin » THE INSTRUCTION FOE THE DAY. H After this may be said the Te Deum Iyaudamus or the Benedic- tus If held in the afternoon the Magnificat or the Nunc Dim- ittis. \ Then shall be said I THE PRAYER. Minister. Lord, have mercy upon us. Catechumens. Lord, have mercy upon us. Minister. Christ, have mercy upon us. Catechumens. Christ, have mercy upon us. Minister. Lord, have mercy upon us. Catechumens. Lord, have mercy upon us. H Then all shall say, QUR FATHER, Who art in heaven; Hallowed M be Thy name; Thy kingdom come ; Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily bread; And forgive us our tres- passes, as we forgive those who trespass against 12 MEETING OF CATECHUMENS. us ; and lead us not into temptation ; But deliver us from evil ; For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. H 'Then shall be said THE COLLECT. Minister. The Lord be with you. Catechumens. And with Thy spirit. Minister. Let us pray. "\irE thank Thee, Lord God, Heavenly Father, ■ ' that Thou hast taught us the chief parts of Christian doctrine; and pray Thee with all our hearts, to seal this witness of the truth in our hearts and keep us in the same, that we in Thy fear and trust may live according to it, heartily rejoice and find comfort therein and finally attain the end of faith, our souls' salva- tion through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. BENEDICAMUS. Minister. Bless we the Lord. Catechumens. Thanks be to God. The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen. \At I he close <>/ the service silent prayer should be offered. Order of Service for Ceacbers' JMeetings- H One or more /twins should be sung, by f>refe>ence (hose zuhich are to be used in Sunday School on the following Sunday. THE VERSICLES AND GLOKIA PATRI. Minister. 0 Lord, open Thou my lips. Teachers. And my mouth shall show forth Thy praise. Minister. Make haste, O God, to deliver me. Teachers. Make haste to help me, O Lord. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. A men. Minister. The Lord be with you. Teachers. And with Thy Spirit. Minister. Let us pray. H ALMIGHTY God, Thou God and Father of >** Jesus Christ, Thy only begotten Son, God of the Comforter and Lord of all things; Who by Christ didst make learners become teachers for the propagation of Christian knowledge, look down upon Thy servants who are learning the instructions of the Gospel of Thy Christ ; give them a new heart and renew a right spirit with- in them, that they may know and do Thy will 14 TEACHERS' MEETINGS. with a perfect heart and willing mind. Vouch- safe unto them ever to be united with Thy holy Church and partakers of its mysteries through Jesus Christ, our Hope, who died for them, by Whom be glory and worship unto Thee, world without end. Amen. f\ MERCIFUL and gracious God, vouchsafe ^ to hear our prayers for Thy servants, the teachers and children of our school; graciously open the ears of their hearts that they may hear what eye hath not seen and ear hath not heard, neither hath it entered into the heart of man; instill into their hearts the word of Thy truth; confirm in their minds Thy faith; reveal unto them the gospel of righteousness; give them a divine and heavenly mind, pure and holy thoughts, a virtuous conversation, that they may always regard and meditate upon the things that belong to Thee and be occupied with Thy Law day and night. Deliver them from all evil and absurd employments, from all sins and tke crafty designs of the adversary. Grant them remission of sins and the clothing of incorrup- tion. Bless their going out and their coming in; and bring them to the measure of a perfect knowledge with the instructions of wisdom; guide and direct all their purposes that they may ever glorify Thee, through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. TEACHERS' MEETINGS. 15 A LMIGHTY God, the giver of all good gifts, ■** graciously behold Thy servants, the teach- ers in this school. Replenish us with the truth of doctrine, and adorn us with innocency of life, that both by word and deed we may faith- fully- serve Thee. Fill us with a due sense of the weighty charge committed to us. Guard us from all sins of idleness and neglect. Save us from weariness and discontent. Give us faith to believe that in due season we shall reap if we faint not, and admit us at last to the blessed- ness of those who turn many to righteousness; through the merits of Jesus Christ, Our Lord. Amen. U Then shall follow the study of the lessons. U Then may follow the business to be transacted. U Then shall be sung A HYMN. fi Then shall be said THE KYRIE. Lord, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy upon us. Christ, have mercy upon us. Christ, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy upon us. 16 TEACHERS' MEETINGS. 11 Then all ahull say: HUE FATHEK, Who art in heaven; Hal- ^ lowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into tempta- tion; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. \ Then shall be said THE PRAYER. Minister. The Lord be with you. Teachers. And with thy spirit. Minister. Let us pray. OGOI), from whom all holy desires, all good counsels, and all just works do proceed: Give unto Thy servants that peace which the world cannot give; that our hearts may be set to obey Thy commandments, and also that by Thee, we, being defended from the fear of our enemies, may pass our time in rest and quiet- ness; through the merits of Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen. TEACHERS' MEETINGS. 17 fl Then shall be said the BENEDICAMUS. Minister. Bless we the Lord. Teachers. Thanks be to God. Minister. The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen U At the close of the meeting silent prayer should be offered. is * H Selection of psalms for Respon- sive Reading* H The following Psalms may be used for special occasions. Advent, Psalm 111, Christmas, " 132, Epiphany, 72, Lent, 51, Easter, '; 118, Ascension, 24, Pentecost, " 104, Trinity, 67, Reformation, 46, Thanksgiving, " 65, 67, Missions, " 96. PSALM 1. "DLESSED is the man that walketh not in the *-* counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners: nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. 2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord: and in His law doth he meditate day and night. 3 And he shall he like a tree planted by the rivers of water; that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither: and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 19 4 The ungodly are not so: but are like the chaff which the wind drivcth away. 5 Therefore the ungodly shall not stand in the judgment: nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous. 6 For the Lord knoweth the way of the right- eous : but the way of the ungodly shall perish. PSALM 5. GIVE ear to my words, O Lord : consider my meditation. 2 Hearken unto the voice of my cry, my king, and my God : for unto Thee will I pray. 3 My voice shalt Thou hear in the morning, O Lord : in the morning will I direct my prayer unto Thee, and will look up. 4 For Thou art not a God that hath pleasure in wickedness: neither shall evil dwell with Thee. 5 The foolish shall not stand in Thy sight: Ihou hatest all workers of iniquity. 6 Thou shalt destroy them that speak leasing : the Lord will abhor the bloody and deceitful man. 7 But as for me, I will come into Thy house in the multitude of Thy mercy: and in Thy fear will I worship toward Thy holy temple. 8 Lead me, O Lord, in Thy righteousness be- cause of mine enemies: make Thy way straight before my face. 20 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 9 For Thou, Lord, wilt bless the righteous: with favor wilt Thou compass him as with a shield. PSALM 8. C\ LORD, our Lord, how excellent is Thy ^ name in all the earth: who hast set Thy glory above the heavens. 2 Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast Thou ordained strength because of Thine enemies: that Thou mightest still the enemy and the avenger. 3 When I consider Thy heavens, the work of Thy fingers : the moon and the stars, which Thou hast ordained; 4 What is man, that Thou art mindful of him?: and the son of man, that Thou visitest him? 5 For Thou hast made him a little lower than the angels: and hast crowned him with glory and honor. 6 Thou madest him to have dominion oyer the works of Thy hands: Thou hast put all things under his feet. 7 O Lord, our Lord : how excellent is Thy name in all the earth ! PSALM 14. n^TTF fool hath said in his heart: There is no * (l:xl, They arc corrupt, thoy have done abominable works: there is none that doeth good. PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 21 2 The Lord looked down from heaven upon the children of men: to see if there were any that did understand and seek God. 3 They are all gone aside, they are all together become filthy : there is none that doeth good, no, not one. 4 Have all the workers of iniquity no knowl- edge?: who eat up my people as they eat bread, and call not upon the Lord. 5 There were they in great fear: for God is in the generation of the righteous. 6 Ye have shamed the counsel of the poor: because the Lord is his refuge. 7 Oh that the salvation of Israel were come out of Zion!: when the Lord bringeth back the captivity of His people, Jacob shall rejoice, and Israel shall be glad. PSALM 19. * T^HE heavens declare the glory of God: and " the firmament showeth His handywork. 2 Day unto day uttereth speech: and night unto night showeth knowledge. 3 There is no speech nor language: where their voice is not heard. 4 Their line is gone out through all the earth : and their words to the end of the world. 5 The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul : the testimony of the Lord is sure, mak- ing wise the simple. 22 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 6 The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandments of the Lord arc true and righteous altogether. 7 More to be desired are they than gold, yen, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honey comb. 8 Moreover by them is Thy servant warned : and in keeping of them there is great reward. 9 Let the words of my mouth, and the medita- tion of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight: O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer. PSALM 23. ''PHE Lord is my Shepherd: I shall not want. * 2 He makath me to lie down in green pas- tures: He leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 lie restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. 0 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in ihe house of the Lord for ever. PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 23 PSALM 2L 'T'lIE earth is the Lord's and the fulness •"• thereof: the world, and they that dwell therein. 2 Tor He hath founded it upon the seas : and established it upon the floods. 3 Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord I : or who shall stand in His holy place ? 4 He that hath clean hands and a pure heart : who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully. 5 He shall receive the blessing from the Lord : and righteousness from the God of his salvation. 6 This is the generation of them that seek him: that seek thy face, O Jacob. Selah. 7 Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lifted up, ye everlasting doors: and the King of Glory shall come in. 8 Who is the King of Glory ? : the Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. 9 Lift up your heads, O ye gates; even lift them up, ye everlasting doors: and the King of Glory shall come in. 10 Who is this King of Glory?: the Lord of hosts, He is the King of Glory. PSALM 27. 'THE LORD is my light and my salvation; * whom shall I fear: the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? 24 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 2 Though a host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident. 3 One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in His temple. 4 For in the time of trouble lie shall hide me in His pavilion: in the secret of His tabernacle shall He hide me; He shall set me up upon a rock. 5 Hear, O Lord, when I cry with my voice: have mercy also upon me, and answer me. 6 When Thou saidst, seek ye my face: my heart said unto Thee, Thy face, Lord, will I seek. 7 Hide not Thy face far from me; put not Thy servant away in anger: Thou hast been my help ; leave me not, neither forsake me, ( ) (jlod of my salvation. 8 When my father and my mother forsake me : then the Lord will take me up. 9 Teach me Thy way, 0 Lord: and lead me in a plain path, because of my enemies. 10 T had fainted: unless T had believed to see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the liv- ing. 11 Wait on the Lord; be of good courage: and lie shall strengthen thine heart; wait I say, on the Lord. PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 25 PSALM 32. T3LESSED is he whose transgression is for- given: whose sin is covered. 2 Blessed is the man unto whom the Lord im- puteth not iniquity: and-in whose spirit there is no guile. 3 When I kept silence, my bones waxed old: through my roaring all the day long. 4 For day and night Thy hand was heavy upon me: my moisture is turned into the drought of summer. Selah, 5 I acknowledged my sin unto Thee : and mine iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord: and Thou for- gavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah. 6 For this shall every one that is godly pray unto Thee in a time when Thou mayest be found: surely in the floods of great waters they shall not come nigh unto him. 7 Thou art my hiding place; Thou shalt pre- serve me from trouble: Thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance. Selah. 8 I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go : I will guide thee with mine eye. 9 Be ye not as the horse, or as the mule, which have no understanding: whose mouth must be held in with bit and bridle, lest they come near unto thee. 26 PSAMLS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 10 Many sorrows shall be to the wicked: but he that trusteth in the Lord, mercy shall com- pass him about. 11 Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice, ye right- eous: and shout for joy, all ye that are upright in heart. PSALM 34. WILL bless the Lord at all times: His praise 1 shall continually be in my mouth. 2 My soul shall make her boast in the Lord: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad. 3 O magnify the Lord with me : and let us ex- alt His Name together. 4 I sought the Lord, and He heard me: and delivered me from all my fears. 5 They looked unto Him, and were lightened: and their faces were not ashamed. G This poor man cried, and the Lord heard him: and saved him out of all his troubles. 7 The angel of the Lord encampeth round about them that fear Him: and dolivereth them. 8 O taste and see that the Lord is good: bless- ed is the man that trusteth in Him. 9 O fear the Lord, ye His saints: for there is no want to them that fear Him. 10 The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the Lord shall not waul any good thing. 11 Come, ye children, hearken unto me: I will teach you the fear of the Lord. 1 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 27 ! 12 What man is he that desireth life: and loveth many days, that he may see good? 13 Keep thy tongue from evil: and thy lips from speaking guile. 14 Depart from evil, and do good: seek peace and pursue it. 15 The eyes of the Lord are upon the right- eous: and his cars are open unto their cry. 1G The face of the Lord is against them that do evil: to cut off the remembrance of them from the earth. 17 The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth: and delivereth them out of all their troubles. 18 The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart: and saveth such as be of a con- trite spirit. 19 Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the Lord delivereth him out of them all. 20 He keepeth all his bones: not one of them is broken. 21 Evil shall slay the wicked: and they that hate the righteous shall be desolate. 22 The Lord redeemeth the soul of his ser- vants: and none of them that trust in Him shall be desolate. PSALM 42. A S the hart panteth after the water brooks: *fj so panteth my soul after Thee, O God. 2 My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God: when shall I come and appear before God? 28 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 3 My tears have been my meat day and nigh I : while they continually say unto me, Where is thy God? 4 When I remember these things, I pour out my soul in me: for I had gone with the multi- tude, I went with them to the house of God, with the voice of joy and praise, with a multi- tude that kept holyday. 5 Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted in me?: hope thou in God, for I shall yet praise Him for the help of His countenance. 6 Deep calleth unto deep at the noise of Thy waterspouts : all Thy waves and Thy billows are gone over me. 1 Yet the Lord will command His lovingkind- ness in the day-time: and in the night His song shall be with me, and my prayer unto the God of my life. 8 Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me?: hope thou in God; for I shall yet praise Him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God. TSALM 46. C^ OD is our refuge and strength: a very **■ present help in trouble. 2 Therefore will not we fear, though the cirlh be removed: and though the mountains be carried info the midst of the sea. PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 29 '1 Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled: though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah. 4 There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God : the holy place of the tabernacles of the Most High. 5 God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early. G The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved: lie uttered His voice, the earth melted. 7 The Lord of hosts is with us: The God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah. 8 Come, behold the works of the Lord: what desolations He hath made in the earth. 9 He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth: He breaketh the bow and cutteth the spear in sunder ; He burnetii the chariot in the fire. 10 Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen. I will be exalted in the earth. 11 The Lord of hosts is with us: The God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah. PSALM 47. C\ CLAP your hands, all ye peoples: shout unto ^ God with the voice of triumph. 2 For the Lord most high is terrible: He is a great King over all the earth. 3 He shall subdue the people under us: and the nations under our feet. 30 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 4 He shall choose our inheritance for us: the excellency of Jacob whom he loved. Selah. 5 God is gone up with a shout: the Lord with the sound of a trumpet. G Sing praises to God, sing praises: sing praises unto our King, sing praises. 7 For God is the King of all the earth: sing ye praises with understanding. 8 God reigncth over the heathen: God sitteth upon the throne of His holiness. 9 The princes of the people arc gathered to- gether, even the people of the God of Abraham: for the shields of the earth belong unto God; He is greatly exalted. PSALM 51. UAVE mercy upon me, O God, according to -^ thy lovingkindnoss: according unto the mult i tnde of Thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash nie thoroughly from mine iniquity: and cleanse me from my sins. 3 Vov I acknowledge my transgressions: ami my sin is ever before me. 4 Hide Thy face from my sins: and blot out all mine iniquities. 5 Create in me a clean heart, O God: and re- new a right spirit within me. (\ Oast me not away from Thy presence : and take not Thy Holy Spirit from mc. PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 81 7 Kestore unto me the joy of Thy salvation: and uphold me with Thy free spirit. 8 0 Lord, open Thou my lips: and my mouth shall show forth Thy praise. 9 For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give it : Thou delightest not in burnt offering. 10 The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, Thou wilt not despise. PSALM G3. Q GOD, Thou art my God; early will I seek ^ Thee: my soul thirsteth for Thee, my flesh longeth for Thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is ; 2 To see Thy power and thy glory : so as I have seen Thee in the sanctuary. 3 Because Thy lovingkindness is better than life: my lips shall praise Thee. 4 Thus will I bless Thee while I live: I will lift up my hands in Thy name. 5 My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness: and my mouth shall praise Thee with joyful lips. 6 When I remember Thee upon my bed: and meditate on Thee in the night watches. 7 Because Thou hast been my help: therefore in the shadow of Thy wings will I rejoice. 8 My soul followeth hard after Thee; Thy right hand upholdeth me. 32 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. PSALM G5. DRATSE waitoth for Thee, O God, in Zion: *■ and unto Thee shall the vow be performed. 2 O Thou that nearest prayer: unto Thee shall all flesh come. 3 By terrible things in righteousness wilt Thou answer us, O God of our salvation: who art the confidence of all the ends of the earth, and of them that are afar off upon the sea. 4 Which by His strength setteth fast the mountains: being girded with power. 5 Which stillcth the noise of the seas: the noise of their waves, and the tumult of the peo- ple. G They also that dwell in the uttermost parts are afraid of Thy tokens: Thou makest the out- goings of the morning and evening to rejoice. 7 Thou visitest the earth and waterest it: Thou greatly enrichest it with the river of God which is full of water; Thou preparest them corn; when Thou hast so provided for it. 8 Thou waterest the ridges thereof abund- antly; Thou settlcst the furrows thereof: Thou makest it soft with showers; Thou blessest the springing thereof. J) Thou crownest the year with Thy goodness: and Thy paths drop fatness. 10 They drop upon the pastures of the wilder- ness: and the little hills pejbice on every side. PSALMS FO^ RESPONSIVE READING. 33 11 The pastures are clothed with flocks; the valleys also are covered over with corn: they shout for joy, they also sing. PSALM 67. GOD be mercifnl unto us, and bless us: and cause His face to shine upon us ; Selah. 2 That Thy way may be known upon earth: Thy saving health among all nations. 3 Let the people praise Thee, O God: let all the people praise Thee. 4 O let the nations be glad and sing for joy: for Thou shalt judge the people righteously and govern the nations upon earth. Selah. 5 Let the people praise Thee, O God: let all the people praise Thee. 6 Then shall the earth yield her increase : and God, even our own God, shall bless us. 7 God shall bless us: and all the ends of the earth shall fear Llim. PSALM 72. PIVE the King Thy judgments, O God: and ^-* thy righteousness unto the King's son. 2 He shall judge Thy people with righteous- ness : and Thy poor with judgment. 3 The mountains shall bring peace to the peo- ple: and the little hills, by righteousness. 34 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 4 He shall judge the poor of the people: ITo shall save the children of the needy, and shall break in pieces the oppressor. 5 They shall fear Thee as long as the sun and moon endure: throughout all generations. 6 He shall come down like rain upon the mown grass: as showers that water the earth. '7 In His days shall the righteous flourish: and abundance of peace so long as the moon en- dureth. 8 He shall have dominion also from sea to sea: and from the river unto the ends of the earth. 9 The kings of Tarshish and of the isles shall bring presents: the kings of Sheba and Seba shall offer gifts. 10 Yea, all kings shall fall down before Him: all nations shall serve Him. 11 For He shall deliver the needy when he crieth: the poor also; and him that hath no helper. 12 He shall spare the poor and needy: and shall save the souls of the needy. 13 He shall redeem their soul from deceil and violence;: and precious shall their blood be in His sight. 14 And He shall live and to Him shall be given of the gold of Sheba: prayer also shall be iikmIc for Him continually; and daily shall lie be praised. PSALMS TOR RESPONSIVE READING. 35 15 His name shall endure forever; His name shall be continued as long as the sun: and men shall be blessed in Him; all nations shall call Him blessed. 16 Blessed be the Lord God, the God of Israel : who only doeth wondrous things. 17 And blessed be His glorious Name forever: and let the whole earth be filled with His glory. PSALM 84. T OW amiable are Thy tabernacles : O Lord of * * hosts ! 2 My soul longeth, yea, even fainteth for the courts of the Lord : my heart and my flesh crieth out for the living God. 3 Yea, the sparrow hath found an house, and the swallow a nest for herself: where she may lay her young, even thine altars, O Lord of hosts, my King, and my God. 4 Blessed are they that dwell in Thy house : they will be still praising Thee. Selah. 5 Blessed is the man whose strength is in Thee : in whose heart are the ways of them. 6 For a day in Thy courts is better than a thousand: I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness. 7 For the Lord God is a sun and shield: the Lord will give grace and glory; no good thing will He withhold from them that walk uprightly. 36 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 8 O Lord of hosts: blessed is the man that trusteth in Thee. PSALM 90. T OKD, Thou hast been our dwelling place: *-/ in all generations. 2 Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever Thou hadst formed the earth and the world: even from everlasting to everlasting, Thou art God. 3 Thou turnest man to destruction: and say- est, Return, ye children of men. 4 For a thousand years in Thy sight are but as yesterday when it is past: and as a watch in the night. 5 Thou earriest them away as with a flood; they are as a sleep: in the morning they are like grass which groweth up. G In the morning it flourisheth, and groweth up . in the evening it is cut down, and withereth. 7 For we are consumed by Thine anger: and by Thy wrath are we troubled. 8 Thou hast set our iniquities before Thfee: our secret sins in the light of Thy countenance. 9 For all our days are passed away in Thy wrath: we spend our years as a tale that is told. 10 The days of our years are threescore years and ten , and if by reason of strength they be fourscore years: yet is their strength labor ■■MH PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 37 and sorrow; for it is soon cut off, and wo fly- away. 11 Who knoweth the power of Thine anger?: even according to Thy fear, so is Thy wrath. 12 So teach us to number our days: that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. 13 Return, O Lord, how long?: and let it re- pent Thee concerning Thy servants. 14 O satisfy us early with Thy mercy: that we may rejoice and be glad all our days. 15 Make us glad according to the days wherein Thou hast afflicted us: and the years wherein we have seen evil. 16 Let Thy work appear unto Thy servants: and Thy glory unto their children. 17 And let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon us : and establish Thou the work of our hands upon us; yea, the work of our hands es- tablish thou it. PSALM 91. HE* that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High: shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress : my God ; in him will I trust. 3 Surely He shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler : and from the noisome pestilence. 4 He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under His wings shalt thou trust: His truth shall be thy shield and buckler. 33 TSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 5 Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night: nor for the arrow that nieth by day. G Nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness: nor for the destruction that wasteth at noonday. 7 A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ton thousand at thy right hand: but it shall not come nigh thee. 8 Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold: and see the reward of the wicked. 9 Because thou hast made the Lord, which is my refuge: even the Most High, thy habitation; 10 There shall no evil befall thee : neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling. 11 For He shall give His angels charge over thee : to keep thee in all thy ways. 12 They shall bear thee up in their hands: lest thou dash thy foot against a stone. 13 Thou shalt tread upon the lion and adder: the young lion and the dragon shalt thou trample under feet. 14 "Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will 1 deliver him: L will set him on high, because he hath known my name. 15 He shall call upon me and I will answer 1 will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honor him. 1C> With long life will I satisfy him: and show him my salvation. PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 39 PSALM 96. ClXG unto the Lord a new song : sing nnto the ^ Lord all the earth. 2 Sing unto the Lord, bless His name: show forth His salvation from day to day. 3 Declare His glory among the heathen: His wonders among all people. 4 For the Lord is great, and greatly to be praised : He is to be feared above all gods. 5 For all the Gods of the nations are idols: but the Lord made the heavens. G Honor and majesty are before him: strength and beauty are in His sanctuary. I Give unto the Lord, O ye kindreds of the people : give unto the Lord glory and strength. 8 Give unto the Lord the glory due unto His name: bring an offering, and come into His courts. 9 O worship the Lord in the beauty of holi- ness: fear before Him, all the earth. 10 Say among the heathen that the Lord reigneth: the world also shall be established that it shall not be moved; He shall judge the people righteously. II Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad : let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof. 12 Let the field be -joyful, and all that is there- in: then shall all the trees of the wood rejoice. 13 Before the Lord; for He cometh, for He cometh to judge the earth: He shall judge the 40 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. world with righteousness, and the people with His truth. PSALM 100. MAKE a joyful noise unto the Lord: all ye lands. 2 Serve the Lord with gladness: come before His presence with singing. 3 Know ye that the Lord He is God: it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture. 4 Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise: be thankful unto Him, and bless His name. 5 For the Lord is good ; His mercy is everlast- ing: and His truth endureth to all generations. PSALM 103. 13 LESS the Lord, O my soul; and all that is M within me, bless His holy Name. 2 Bless the Lord, O my soul: and forget not all His benefits. 3 Who forgiveth all thine iniquities: Who healeth all thy diseases. 4 Who redeemeth thy life from destruction : Who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; 5 Who satisfieth thy mouth with good tilings: so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's. 6 The Lord is merciful and gracious: slow to anger and plenteous in mercy. PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 41 7 He will not always chide: neither will He keep His anger for ever. 8 He hath not dealt with us after our sins: nor rewarded us according to our iniquities. 9 For as the heaven is high above the earth: so great is His mercy toward them that fear Him. 10 As far as the east is from the wrest : so far hath He removed our transgressions from us. 11 Like as a father pitieth his children: so the Lord pitieth them that fear Him. 12 The Lord hath prepared His throne in the heavens : and His kingdom ruleth over all. 13 Bless the Lord, ye His angels, that excel in strength: that do His commandments, hearken- ing unto the voice of His word. 14 Bless ye the Lord, all ye His hosts : ye min- isters of His, that do His pleasure. 15 Bless the Lord, all His works in all places of His dominion: bless the Lord, O my soul. PSALM 104. BLESS the Lord, 0 my soul: O Lord my God, Thou art very great; Thou art clothed with honor and majesty; 2 Who coverest Thyself wTith light as with a garment: Who stretchest out the heavens like a curtain; 3 Who layeth the beams of his chambers in the waters : Who maketh the clouds His chariot ; Who walketh upon the wings of the wind; 42 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 4 Who maketh His angels spirits: His minis- ters a flaming fire. 5 He sendeth the springs into the valleys: which run among the hills. G By them shall the fowls of the heaven have their habitation: which sing among the branches. 7 He causeth the grass to grow for the cattle, and herb for the service of man: that He may bring forth food out of the earth; 8 He appointed the moon for seasons : the sun knoweth his going down. 9 O Lord, how manifold are Thy works: in wisdom hast Thou made them all; the earth is full of Thy riches. 10 Thou sendest forth Thy spirit, they arc created: and Thou renewest the face of the earth. 11 The glory of the Lord shall endure for ever : the Lord shall rejoice in His works. 12 He looketh on the earth, and it tremblcth: He toucheth the hills, and they smoke. 13 I will sing unto the Lord as long as I live: 1 will sing praise to my God while I have my be- ing. 14 My meditation of Him shall be sweet: I will be glad in the Lord. 15 Bless thou the Lord, O my soul: Praise ye the Lord. TSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 43 PSALM 110. 'FIIE Lord said unto my Lord, Sit Thou at ■*■ my right hand: until I make thine enemies Thy footstool. 2 The Lord shall send the rod of Thy strength out of Zion: rule Thou in the midst of Thine enemies. 3 Thy people shall be willing in the day of Thy power, in the beauties of holiness from the womb of the morning : Thou hast the dew of Thy youth. 4 The Lord hath sworn, and will not repent: Thou art a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek. 5 The Lord at thy right hand: shall strike through kings in the day of Llis wrath. 6 Lie shall drink of the brook in the way: therefore shall He lift up the head. PSALM 111. PRAISE ye the Lord, I will praise the Lord with my whole heart : in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation. 2 The works of the Lord are great : sought out of all them that have pleasure therein. 3 Llis work is honorable and glorious : and His righteousness endureth for ever. 4 He hath made His wonderful works to be remembered: the Lord is gracious and full of compassion. 44 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 5 He has given meat unto them that fear Him: He will ever be mindful of His covenant. 6 He hath shewed His people the power of His works: that He may give them the heritage of the heathen. 7 The works of his hands are verity and judg- ment : all His commandments are sure. 8 They stand fast for ever and ever: and are done in truth and uprightness. 9 He sent redemption unto His people: He hath commanded His covenant for ever and ever; holy and reverend is His Name. 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do His commandments ; His praise endureth for- ever. PSALM 11G. I LOVE the Lord: because He hath heard my voice and my supplication. 2 Because lie hat h inclined His ear unto me: therefore will I call upon Him as long as I live. 3 The sorrows of death compassed me, and the pains of hell gat hold upon me: I found trouble and sorrow. 4 Then called I upon the name of the Lord: O Lord, I beseech Thee, deliver my soul. 5 The Lord preserveth the simple: I was brought low, and He helped me. PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 45 6 Return unto thy rest, O my soul: for the Lord hath dealt bountifully with thee. 7 For Thou hast delivered my soul from death: mine eyes from tears, and my feet from falling1. 8 I will walk before the Lord: in the land of the living. 9 I believed, therefore have I spoken: I was greatly afflicted. 10 What shall I render unto the Lord: for all His benefits toward me ? 11 I will take the cup of salvation: and call upon the name of the Lord. PSALM 118. r\ GIVE thanks unto the Lord ; for He is good : ^ because His mercy endureth forever. 2 Let them now that fear the Lord say: that His mercy endureth forever. 3 It is better to trust in the Lord : than to put confidence in man. 4 It is better to trust in the Lord : than to put confidence in princes. 5 The Lord is my strength and song: and is become my salvation. 6 The voice of rejoicing and salvation is in the tabernacles of the righteous: the right hand of the Lord doeth valiantly. 7 The right hand of the Lord is exalted: the right hand of the Lord doeth valiantly. 46 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 8 I shall not die, but live: and declare the works of the Lord. 9 The Lord hath chastened me sore: hut He hath not given me over unto death. 10 Open to me the sates of righteousness: T will go into them, and I will praise the Lord. 11 This gate of the Lord: into which the righteous shall enter. 12 I will praise Thee, for Thou hast heard me: and art become my salvation. 13 The stone which the builders refused: is become the head stone of the corner. 14 This is the Lord's doing: it is marvellous in our eyes. 15 This is the day which the Lord hath made: we will rejoice and be glad in it. 1fi Rave now, T beseech Thee, O Lord: I be- seech Thee, send now prosperity. 17 Blessed be he that conieth in the name of the Lord: we have blessed you out of the house of the Lord. 18 Cod is the Lord, which hath shewed lis lignt": bind the sacrifice With cords, even nnto the horns of the altar. I!) Thou art my God, and T will praise, Tbee: Thout art my God, I will exalt Thee. 20 O give thanks nnto the Lord; for ITe is good: for His mercy cnduretli forever. PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 47 PSALM' 121. [ WILL lift up mine eyes unto the hills: from *• whence cometh my help. 2 My help cometh from the Lord : which made heaven and earth. 3 lie will not suffer thy foot to be moved: lie that keepeth thee will not slumber. 4 Behold, He that keepeth Israel: shall neither slumber nor sleep. 5 The Lord is thy keeper: the Lord is thy shade upon thy right hand. 6 The sun shall not smite thee by day: nor the moon by night. 7 The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil : He shall preserve thy soul. 8 The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in : from this time forth, and even for evermore. PSALM 122. T WAS glad when they said unto me: Let us A go into the house of the Lord. 2 Our feet shall stand within thy gates: O Jerusalem. 3 Jerusalem is builded: as a city that is com- pact together ; 4 Whither the tribes go up, the tribes of the Lord : unto the testimony of Israel, to give thanks unto the name of the Lord. 5 For there are set thrones of judgment: the thrones of the house of David. 48 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 6 Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee. 7 Peace be within thy walls: and prosperity within thy palaces. 8 For my brethren and companions' sakes: I will now say, Peace be within thee. 9 Because of the house of the Lord our God : I will seek thy good. PSALM 126. 11THEN the Lord turned again the captivity of Zion: we were like them that dream. 2 Then was our mouth filled with laughter: and our tongue with singing; then said they among the heathen: The Lord hath done great things for them. 3 The Lord hath done great things for us: whereof we are glad. 4 Turn again our captivity, O Lord: as the streams in the south. 5 They that sow in tears: shall reap in joy. 6 He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed: shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him. PSALM 130. OUT of the depths : have I cried unto Thee, O Lord. 2 Lord, hear my voice: let Thine ears be at- tentive to the voice of my supplieations. PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 49 3 If Thou, Lord, shouldest mark iniquities: O Lord, who shall stand? 4 But there is forgiveness with Thee: that Thou mayest be feared. 5 I wait for the Lord, my soul doth wait : and in His word do I hope. 6 My soul waiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the morning: I say, more than they that watch for the morning. y 7 Let Israel hope in the Lord: for with the Lord there is mercy, and with Him is plenteous redemption. 8 And He shall redeem Israel : from all his in- iquities. PSALM 132. f ORD, remember David: and all his afflic- *~* tions ; 2 How he sware unto the Lord: and vowed unto the mighty God of Jacob; 3 Surely I will not come into the tabernacle of my house : nor go up into my bed ; 4 I will not give sleep to mine eyes: or slum- ber to mine eyelids, 5 Until I find out a place for the Lord: a hab- itation for the mighty God of Jacob. 6 Lo, we heard of it at Ephratah: we found it in the fields of the wood. 50 PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 7 We will go into His tabernacles: we will worship at His footstool. 8 Arise, 0 Lord, into Thy rest : Thou, and the ark of -Thy -strength. 9 Let Thy priests he clothed with righteous- ness : and let Thy saints shout for joy. 10 For Thy servant David's sake: turn not away the face of Thine Anointed. 11 The Lord hath sworn in truth unto David; lie will not turn from it : Of the fruit of thy body will I set upon thy throne. 12 If thy children will keep my covenant and my testimony that I shall teach them: their children shall also sit upon thy throne for ever- more. 13 For the Lord hath chosen Zion: He hath desired it for His habitation. 14 This is my rest for ever: here will T dwell; for I have desired it. 15 I will abundantly bless her provision: I will satisfy her poor with bread. 10 I will also clothe her priests with salvation : and her saints shall shout aloud for joy. 17 There will I make the horn of David to bud: L have ordained a lamp for Mine An- ointed. 18 His enemies will I clothe with shame: hut upon Himself shall His crown flourish. PSALMS FOR RESPONSIVE READING. 51 PSALM 146. DRAISE ye the Lord: Praise the Lord, 0 my A soul. 2 While I live will I praise the* Lord: I will sing praises unto my God while I have any be- ing. 3 Put not your trust in princes: nor in the son of man, in whom there is no help. ; / \ 4 His breath goeth forth, he returneth to nis earth: in that very day his thoughts perish. 5 Happy is He that hath the God of Jacob for his help : whose hope is in the Lord his God. 6 Which made heaven, and earth, the sea, and all that therein is: which keepeth truth for- ever : 7 Which executeth judgment for the op- pressed : which giveth food to the hungry. 8 The Lord looseth the prisoners: the Lord openeth the eyes of the blind. 9 The Lord preserveth the strangers; He re- lieveth the fatherless and widow : but the way of the wicked He turneth upside down. 10 The Lord shall reign for ever, even thy God, O Zion, unto all generations: Praise ye the Lord. prayers. OPENING PRAYERS. Ci LORD Jesus, who art the good Shepherd *" and didst lay down Thy life for the sheep : look mercifully upon this Thy flock, and make it Thine forever, that we may love and serve Thee in constant obedience to Thy Word, and finally be with those that come into Thy kingdom of glory. Amen. 2 lyjERCIFUL God and Father, Thou seest that, "^ because of our sinful nature, we do not de- light in Thy Word. Satan, our own flesh and blood, the children of the world, false teachers and other causes, so easily keep us from hearing it. We are, besides, too indolent and careless to hear and keep it as we ought. In mercy forgivo us, and help us to hear and learn it willingly. May there be nothing in this world dearer to us than Thy Word; may we always regard it as our most precious treasure. Grant this for Jesus' sake. Amen. PRAYERS. 53 6 FjEAREST Jesus! Thou sayest in Thy Word, *rf: Search the Scriptures, for in them ye think ye have eternal life ; and they are they which tes- tify of me. We pray Thee, make us diligent in the study of Thy Word, and bless our instruction therein. Without Thee we can do nothing; open Thou our understanding, so that we may behold the wondrous things of Thy Law, and grant us to believe all that the holy men of God, moved by Thy Spirit, have spoken; that we may grow in knowledge and faith, until we shall stand before the throne of the Lamb and know even as we are known. Amen. CLOSING PRAYERS. OLORD, we thank Thee for what we have now learned from Thy Word; Help us to be- lieve it with our whole hearts, and to serve Thee in true obedience unto our life's end; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. r\ LORD God, Heavenly Father, Thou Who ^ has promised, if we truly seek Thee, we shall ever surely find Thee, help us by Thy Holy Spirit to find Thee in Thy Word, which we this day have learned, that we may surely find Thee in the life to come, through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 54 PRAYERS. PEANT, we beseech Thee Almighty God, that ^-" the words which we have heard this day with our ears, may, through Thy grace, be so grafted inwardly in our hearts, that they may bring forth in us the fruit of good living to the honor and praise of Thy Name: through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. \ If the school session precedes a Church Service, these may be used: C\ LORD, we beseech Thee to keep our feet ^ when we go into Thy house, that we m;iy be ready to hear and to offer the sacrifice of praise. Guard us from all wandering thoughts and unseemly actions,, and make our service ac- ceptable unto Thee; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. C\ LORD, let Thy Holy Spirit accompany us to *& the place of Thy public worship, making us serious, and attentive to the services of Thy house, that our hearts may be weaned from the vain things of this present time, and set on the glories of the world to come, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Special prayers. THE WORD. A LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, who makest *■ *- us both to will and to do those things which are good and acceptable unto Thy Divine Maj- esty; Let Thy Fatherly hand, we beseech Thee, ever be over us ; let Thy Holy Spirit ever be with us, and so lead us in the knowledge and obedi- ence of Thy Word, that in the end we may ob- tain everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. C\ LORD Jesus Christ, Who, when a child, was ^ seated in the temple in the midst of the doc- tors, both hearing them and asking them ques- tions ; So rule us, we beseech Thee ; by Thy Holy Spirit, that following Thy example, we may love the habitation of thy house and the place where Thy honor dwelleth, diligently ,seek the same, hearing Thy Word with gladness and faithfully keeping it to the saving of our souls. O Thou, Who with the Father and the Holy Ghost, livest and reignest ever one God, world without end. Amen. FOR THE CHILDREX OF THE CHURCH. ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, who dost -^ will that not one of these little ones should perish, and hast sent Thine only Son to seek 50 SPECIAL PRAYERS. and to save that which was lost and through Him hast said, Suffer the little children to come unto Me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God; most heartily we beseech Thee so. to bless and govern the children of Thy Church, by Thy Holy, Spirit, that they may grow in grace and in the knowledge of Thy Word; protect and defend them against all danger and harm, giving Thy holy angels charge over them; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Allien. FOK THE HEATHEN. ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who desir- ^ *■ est not the death of a sinner, but wouldst have all men to repent and live; Hear our pray- ers for the heathen; take away iniquity from their hearts, and turn them from their idols unto the living and true God, and to Thine only Son; and gather them into Thy holy Church, to the glory of Thy name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. FOR THE CATECHUMENS. A LMIGI1TY and Everlasting God who dosl al- ** ways multiply Thy Church, and with Thy light and grace dost strengthen the hearts of those whom Thou hast regenerated, confirming unto them Thy covenants: (J rant unto our Cat <-t-li iiiinns increase both of faith and knowledge. SPECIAL PRAYERS. 57 that they may rejoice in their Baptism and sin- cerely and heartily renew their covenant with Thee; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. FOR A SICK SCHOLAR. ALMIGHTY and Gracious God, Whose mer- ■** cies are over all creatures, look in tender compassion, we beseech Thee, upon Thy servant, N. 2\T., who is sick. Sustain him in the trial through which he is now passing, and sanctify it to his good. Deliver hint from suffering, and, if in accordance with Thy holy Will, restore him to health and strength that he may joyfully serve Thee in Thy Church, to the honor of Thy name; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. OLORD Jesus Christ, Who earnest into this world as a little child, in cold, and want, and suffering — look mercifully we beseech Thee, upon the sick scholars for whom our prayers are desired; and in Thy great love grant them relief from all their suffering, or else take them unto Thyself, where pain shall be no more. For Thy mercy's sake, O blessed Jesus, whom we worship with the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. 68 SPECIAL PRAYERS. FOE A SICK TEACHER. C\ LORD Jesus Christ, Who earnest into this ^ world to heal our sicknesses and to bear our infirmities — look, we beseech Thee, with pity upon our teacher for whom we pray, and grant him relief from his illness, and patience under sufferings; or else receive him into the habita- tions of the blessed, where Thou hast gone to prepare a place for us. Hear us, O Lord Jesus, whom we worship as one with the Father and the Holy Ghost, for ever and ever. Amen. FOR THE PASTOR. /^IVE Thy grace, O Lord, to the pastor of this ^ school, that he may be faithful to Thee in the charge which Thou hast committed unto him. Bless Thy word on his lips and make us to profit by his teachings. Grant that he by the same may turn many to righteousness, and fin- ally receive the reward which Thou hast prom- ised Thy faithful servants through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amai. FOR THE BLESSEDNESS OF HEAVEN. A LMTGHTY, Everlasting God,Who didst give **■ Thine only Son to be a High Priest of good things to come; hereafter grant unto us, Thino SPECIAL PRAYERS. 59 unworthy servants, to have our share in the com- pany of the Blessed; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. FOR AX AXSWEE TO PRAYER. A LMIGHTY God, Who hast given us grace at **• this time with one accord to make our com- mon supplications unto Thee; and dost promise that when two or three are gathered together in Thy Xame, Thou wilt grant their requests; Ful- fill now, O Lord, the desires and petitions of Thy servants, as may be most expedient for them; granting us in this world knowledge of Thy truth, and in the world to come life everlasting; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen f festival prayers. ADVENT. ALMIGHTY God, Who by Thy grace hast ■** again permitted us to begin a new Church year and to keep this its first Sunday, grant unto Thy Church, Thy Holy Spirit and the wis- dom which cometh down from above, that Thy Word, as becometh it, may not be bound, but have free course and be preached and taught to the joy and edifying of Christ's holy people, that in steadfast faith we may serve Thee, and in the confession of Thy name abide unto the end; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. CHRISTMAS. Q LORD God, Gracious Father, Who in the ^ fulness of time didst make Thy Son to be- come man to take unto Himself our flesh and be- come our brother; we thank Thy truth and fatherly goodness for the gift of Him our Sav ior. Who by His birth delivered us from sin, death, Satan and hell; and we beseech Thee t<» keep us in true knowledge of Him our Redeemer unto our end, so that, with all holy angels, we may rejoice in His birth, and see Him with Thee and the Holy Ghost in all His glory and majesty for ever and ever. Amen. FESTIVAL PRAYERS. 61 CIRCUMCISION OF CHRIST. OLORD God, Heavenly Father, we thank Thee for Thy fatherly grace, by which Thou hast considered poor sinners and for their sakes hast put Thy Son, Jesus Christ, under the Law, that He by His perfect obedience might calm Thy righteous wrath and heal our disobedience; en- lighten, we beseech Thee, our hearts by Thy Holy Spirit, that we may be comforted by such obedience against our sins and evil conscience, and by the help of Thy Holy Spirit also begin to be obedient children and finally attain our souls' salvation, through the same, Thy Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. EPIPHANY. Ci GOD, Who by the leading of a star didst ^ manifest Thy only begotten Son to the Wise Men: grant, we beseech Thee, unto us who now have known Him by faith, Thy divine grace, that we with our whole hearts may cling to Him as our Savior, through the same, Thy Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. LENT. ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who hast -**• willed that Thy Son should bear for us the pains of the cross, that Thou mightest remove G2 FESTIVAL PRAYERS. from us tho power of the adversary; Help us so to remember and give thanks for our Lord's Pas- sion that we may obtain remission of sin and re- demption from everlasting death; through the same, our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. PALM SUNDAY. {Confirmation.} A LMIGIITY and Everlasting God, Who dost ■** always multiply Thy Church, and with Thy light and grace dost strengthen the hearts of those whom Thou hast regenerated, confirming unto (hem Thy covenants and faithfulness : Grant unto our Catechumens increase both of faith and knowledge, that they may rejoice in their Baptism, manfully confess Thy holy Name and heartily renew their covenant with Thee, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. EASTER. ALMIGT1TY God, Who by the death of Thy Son hast overcome sin and death, and by His rosm-reel i First, the minister should above all things avoid the use of different texts and forms of the Ten Command- ments, the Lord's Prayer, the Creed, the Sacraments, &c. Let him adopt one form and adhere to it, using it one year as the other; for young and ignorant people must be taught one certain text and form, and will easily become confused if we teach thus to-day and otherwise next year, as if we thought of making Improvements. In this way all effort and labor will be lost. This our PREFACE. 73 honored fathers well understood, who all used the Lord's Prayer, the Creed, the Ten Commandments in one and the same manner. Therefore we also should so teach these forms to the young and inexperienced as not to change a syllable, nor set them forth and recite them one year differently from the other. Hence choose whatever form you think best, and ad- here to it forever. When you preach among the learned and judicious, you may show your art, and set those things forth with as many flourishes, and turn them as skillfully as you wish; but among the young, adhere to one and the same fixed form and manner, and teach them, first of all, the text of the Ten Commandments, the Creed, the Lord's Prayer, &c, so that they can say it after you word for word, and commit it to memory. But those who are unwilling to learn it should bo told that they deny Christ and are no Christians; neither should they be admitted to the Sacrament, accepted as sponsors at baptism, nor be accorded the exercise of Christian liberty; but they are simply to be remanded to the pope and his officials, yea, to the devil himself, Parents and employers should also refuse them meat and drink, and give them to understand that the prince will drive such rude fellows from the country. For al- though we cannot and should not force any one to be- lieve, yet we should lead and urge the masses to per- ceive what those consider right and wrong, among whom they live and find their sustenance. Whoever would live in a city and enjoy its privileges, should know and ob- serve its laws, whether he believe or be at heart a rogue or knave. Secondly, when they have well learned the text; teach them the sense also, that they may know what it means. Again take the form of these tables or some other short fixed form of your choice, and adhere to it without the change of a single syllable, as was said of the text; and take your time to it; for it is not necessary to take up all the parts at once, but take one after the other. When they well understand the first Commandment, proceed to the second, and thus continue; otherwise they will be overburdened, and be able to retain nothing well. Thirdly, after you have taught them this short Cate- chism, take up the Large Catechism, and impart to them a richer and fuller knowledge; dwell on each command- ment, petition, and part, with its various works, uses, benefits, dangers and, harm, as you may find these abun- dantly pointed out in many books treating of these sub- jects; and especially give most attention to the com- mandment or part, which is most neglected among your people. For example, the seventh Commandment, which 74 PREFACE. forbids stealing, you must particularly enforce among mechanics and merchants, and also among farmers and servants; for among such people all kinds of unfaith- fulness and thieving are frequent. Again, you must urge the fourth Commandment among children and the com- mon people, that they may be quiet, faithful, obedient, peaceable, always adducing frequent examples from the Scriptures to show how God punished or blessed such per- sons. Especially should you here urge civil rulers and par- ents, to govern well and educate children for service in schools, showing them their duty in this regard, and the greatness of their sin if they neglect it; for by such ne- glect they overthrow and destroy both the kingdom of God and that of this world, and show themselves to be the worst foes both of God and man. Dwell on the great harm they do, if they will not help to educate children for the ministry, clerkships, and other offices, &c, and on the terrible punishment God will visit upon them for it. It is necessary to preach of these things; for par- ents and rulers sin unspeakably in them, and the devil has a horrible object in view. Lastly, since the people are freed from the tyranny of the pope, they no longer desire to go to the Sacra- ment, but despise it. It is necessary to be urgent on this point, remembering, however, that we are to force no one to believe, or to receive the Sacrament, nor to fix any law, time, or place for it; but so to preach, that they will be urged of their own accord, without our law, and will, as it were, compel us pastors to administer the Sac- rament. This is done by telling them that if a person does not seek nor desire the Lord's Supper at least some four times a year, it is to be feared that he despises the Sacrament and is not a Christian, just as he is not a Christian who refuses to believe or to hear the Gospel. For Christ did not say, Omit this or Despise this; but, This do ye, as oft as ye drink it, &c. Truly, He wants it done, and by no means neglected or despised: "This do ye," is His command. Whoever does not highly prize the Sacrament, thus shows that he has no sin, no llesh, no devil, no world, no death, no danger, no hell; that is, he does not be- lieve that they exist, although he is in them over head and ears, and is doubly the devil's. On the other hand, he needs no grace, life, Paradise, heaven, Christ, God. nor anything good; for if he believed that he has so much that is evil, and needs so much that is good, ho would not thus neglect the Sacrament, by which such evil is remedied and so much good is bestowed. Neither would it be necessary to force him to the Sacrament by PREFACE. any law, but he would hasten to it of his own accord, and constrain himself and compel you to administer it to him. Therefore you need not make any law in this mat- ter, as the pope does; only set forth clearly the benefit and harm, the necessity and use, the danger and bless- ing, connected with this Sacrament, and the people will come of themselves, without your compulsion. But if they do not come, let them alone, telling them that they are of the devil, as they do not regard nor feel their great need, and God's gracious help. Should -you, how- ever, fail to urge this matter, or make a law or a bane of it, it is your fault if they despise the Sacrament. How could they be otherwise than slothful, if you sleep and keep silence? Therefore look to it, ye pastors and preach- ers; our office is a different thing now from what it was under the pope; it has now become earnest and salutary. Hence it involves much more trouble and labor, danger and trial, and secures but little reward and gratitude in the world. But Christ Himself will be our reward, if we labor faithfully. To this end may the Father of all grace help us, to whom be praise and thanks in eternity through Christ our Lord! Amen, ft ### Cbe Cen Commandments. AS THE HEAD OF THE FAMILY SHOULD TEACH THEM IN ALL SIMPLICITY TO HIS HOUSEHOLD. THE FIRST COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt have no other gods before me. Question. What does this mean? Answer. We should fear, love, and trust in God above all things. THE SECOND COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain. Question. What does this mean? Answer. Wo should fear nnd love God, that we may not curse, swear, use witchcraft, lie or THE TEN COMMANDMENTS. 77 deceive by His name; but call upon it in every trouble, pray, praise and give thanks. THE THIRD COMMANDMENT. Thou shaft sanctify the holy-day. Question. What does this mean? Answer. We should, fear and love God, that we may not despise preaching and His word; but hold it sacred, and gladly hear and learn it. THE FOURTH COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt honor thy father and thy mother, that it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth. Question. What does this mean? " Anszvcr. We should fear and love God, that we may not despise our parents and masters, nor provoke them to anger ; but give them honor, serve and obey them, and hold them in love and esteem. THE FIFTH COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not kill. Question. What does this mean? 78 THE TEN COMMANDMENTS. Answer. We should fear and love God, that we may not hurt nor harm our neighbor in his body; but help and befriend him in every bodily need. THE SIXTH COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not commit adultery. Question. What does this mean? Answer. We should fear and love God, that we may lead a chaste and decent life in word and deed, and each love and honor his spouse. THE SEVENTH COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not steal. Question. What does this mean? Anszver. We should fear and love God, that we may not take our neighbor's money or goods, nor get them by false ware or dealing; but help him to improve and protect his property and business. THE EIGHTH COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not bear false witness against Thy neighbor. THB TEN COMMANDMENTS. 79 Question. What does this mean? Answer. We should fear and love God, that we may not deceitfully belie, betray, slander, nor defame our neighbor ; but defend him, speak well of him, and put the best construction on every- thing. THE NINTH COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's house. Question. What does this mean ? Answer. We should fear and love God, that we may not craftily seek to get our neighbor's inheritance or house, nor obtain it by a show of right; but help and be of service to him in keeping it. THE TENTH COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's wife, nor Jiis man-servant, nor his maid-servant, nor his cattle, nor anything that is thy neighbor's. Question. What does this mean? Answer. We should fear and love God, that we may not estrange, force or entice away from our neighbor his wife, servants, or cattle; but urge them to stay and do their duty. SO THE TEN COMMANDMENTS. Question. What does God say of all these commandments ? Answer. He says thus: I the Lord thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me, and showing mercy unto thousands of them that love me and keep my commandments. Question. What does this mean? Answer. God threatens to punish all that transgress these commandments. Therefore we should fear His wrath, and not act contrary to them. But lie promises grace and every bless- ing to all that keep these commandments. Therefore we should also love and trust in Him, and willingly do according to His command- ments. €be Creed. AS THE HEAD OF THE FAMILY SHOULD TEACH IT IN ALL SIMPLICITY TO HIS HOUSEHOLD. THE FIKST ARTICLE. Of Creation. I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of Heaven and earth. Question. What does this mean? Answer. I believe that God has made me and all creatures ; that He has given me my body and soul, eyes, ears and all my members, my reason and all my senses, and still preserves them; also clothing and shoes, meat and drink, house and home, wife and children, fields, cattle, and all my goods ; that He richly and daily provides me with all that I need to support this body and life ; that He defends me against all danger, and guards and protects me from all evil; and all this purely out of fatherly, divine goodness and mercy, without any merit or worthiness in, me; for all which it is my duty to thank and praise, to serve and obey Him. This is most certainly true. 82 THE CREED. THE SECOND AKTICLE. Of Redemption. And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and sittcth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty, from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. Question. What does this mean? Answer. I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord, who has redeemed me, a lost and con- demned creature, purchased and won me from all sins, from death and from the power of the devil, not with gold or silver, but with His holy precious blood and with His innocent suffering ;iikI death, that I may be His own, and live under Him in His kingdom, and serve Him in everlast- ing righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, even as Ilo is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity. This is most certainly true. THE CREED. 83 THE THIRD ARTICLE. Of Sanclification. I believe in the Holy Ghost ; the Jwly Christian Church, the communion of saints; the forgive- ness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen. Question. What does this mean? Anszver. I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him; but the Holy Ghost has called me by the gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, sanctified and kept me in the true faith; even as He calls, gathers, enlightens and sancti- fies the whole Christian Church on earth, and keeps it with Jesus Christ in the one true faith : in which Christian Church He daily and richly forgives all sins to me and all believers, and will at the last day raise up me and all the dead, and give unto me and all believers in Christ eternal life. This is most .certainly true. #• ^r Cbe Lord's prayer. AS THE HEAD OF THE FAMILY SHOULD TEACH IT IN ALL SIMPLICITY TO HIS HOUSEHOLD. Our Father who art in heaven. Question. What does this mean ? Answer. God would by these words tenderly invite us to believe that He is our true Father, and that we are His true children, so that wo may with all boldness and confidence ask Him, as dear children ask their dear father. THE FIRST PETITION. Hallowed be Thy name. Question. What does this mean? Answer. God's name is indeed holy in itself; but we pray in this petition that it may be holy among us also. Question, now is this done? Answer. When the word of God is taught in its truth and purity, and we as the children THE LORD'S PRAYER. 85 of God also lead a holy life according to it. This grant us, dear Father in heaven. But he that teaches and lives otherwise than God's word teaches, profanes the name of God among us. From this preserve us, Heavenly Father. THE SECOND PETITION. Thy kingdom come. Question. What does this mean? Answer. The kingdom of God comes indeed without our prayer, of itself : but we pray in this petition that it may come* unto us also. Question. How is this done? Answer. When our heavenly Father gives us His Holy Spirit, so that by His grace we be- lieve His holy word and lead a godly life, here in time, and hereafter in eternity. THE THIRD PETITION. Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Question. What does this mean? Answer. The good and gracious will of God is done indeed without our prayer; but we pray in this petition that it may be done among us also. 86 THE LORD'S PRAYER. Question. How is this done ? Answer. When God breaks and hinders every evil counsel and will which would not let us hal- low God's name nor let His kingdom come, such as the will of the devil, the world, and our flesh: but strengthens and preserves us steadfast in His word and faith unto our end. This is His gracious and good will. THE FOURTH PETITION. Give us this day our daily bread. Question. What does this mean? Answer. God gives daily bread indeed with- out our prayer, also to all the wicked; but wo pray in this petition that lie would load us to know it, and to receive our daily bread with thanksgiving. Question. What then ie meant by daily bread? Answer. Everything that belongs to the sup- port and wants of the body, such as food, drink, clothing, shoes, house, home, field, cattle, money, goods, a pious spouse, pious children, pious ser- vants, pious and faithful rulers, ^good govern- ment, good weather, peace, health, discipline, honor, good friends, faithful neighbors, and the like. THE LORD'S PRAYER. 87 THE FIFTH PETITION. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those Zi'Jw trespass against us. Question. What does this mean? Answer. We pray in this petition that our Father in Heaven would not look upon our sins, nor on their account deny our prayer; for we are worthy of none of the things for which we pray, neither have we deserved them: but that He would grant them all to us by grace : for we daily sin much and indeed deserve nothing but punishment : so will we also heartily forgive and readily do good to those who sin against us. THE SIXTH PETITION. And lead us not into temptation. Question. What does this mean? Answer. God indeed tempts no one; but we pray in this petition that God would guard and keep us, so that the devil, the world and our flesh may not deceive us, nor seduce us into mis- belief, despair, and other great shame and vice; and though we be assailed by them, that still we may finally overcome, and obtain the victory. 88 THE LORD'S PRAYER. THE SEVENTH PETITION. But deliver us from evil. Question. What does this mean? Anszver. We pray in this petition, as the sum of all, that our Father in heaven would deliver us from every evil of body and soul, property and honor, and finally, when our last hour has come, grant us a blessed end, and graciously take us from this vale of tears to Himself in Heaven. Amen. Question. What does this mean? Anszver. That I should be certain that these petitions are acceptable to our Father in heaven and heard: for He Himself has commanded us so to pray, and has promised to hear us. Amen, Amen, that is, yea, yea, it shall be so. 4 Cbc Sacrament of Roly Baptism, AS THE HEAD OF THE FAMILY SHOULD TEACH IT IN ALL SIMPLICITY TO HIS HOUSEHOLD. FIKST. Question. What is Baptism? Answer. Baptism is not simple water only, but it is the water comprehended in God's com- mand and connected with God's Word. Question. Which is that word of God? Anszver. Christ, our Lord, says in the last chapter of Matthew : Go ye and teach all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. SECONDLY. Question. What does Baptism give or profit? Answer. It works forgiveness of sins, de- livers from death and the devil, and gives eternal salvation to all who believe this, as the words and promises of God declare. Question. "Which are such words and prom- ises of God ? 90 HOLY BAPTISM. Anszvcr. Christ, our Lord, says in the last chapter of Mark: He that believeth and is bap- tized, shall be saved; but he that believeth not, shall be damned. THIRDLY. Question. How can water do such great things ? Answer. It is not the water indeed that docs them, but the word of God which is in and with the water, and faith which trusts such word of God in the water. For without the word of God the water is simple water, and no baptism. But with the word of God it is a baptism, that is, a gracious water of life and a washing of regen- eration in the Holy Ghost, as St. Paul says, Titus, chapter third: By the washing of regen- eration, and renewing of the Lloly Ghost, which He shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Savior; that being justified by His grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life. This is a faithful saying. FOURTHLY. Question. "What does such baptizing with water signify? Answer. It signifies that the old Adam in us should, by daily contrition and repentance, be HOLY BAPTISM. 91 drowned and die with all sins and evil lusts and, again, a new man daily come forth and arise, who shall live before God in righteousness and purity forever. Question. Where is this written? Answer. St. Paul says, Komans, chapter sixth: We are buried with Christ by baptism into death; that like as He was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. ® Cbc Office of the Keys, AS THE HEAD OF THE FAMILY SHOULD TEACH IT IN ALL SIMPLICITY TO HIS HOUSEHOLD. Question. What is the office of the keys? Answer. It is the peculiar church power which Christ has given to His Church on earth to forgive the sins of penitent sinners unto them, but to retain the sins of the impenitent, as long as they do not repent. Question. Where is this written? Answer. Thus writes the holy Evangelist John, chapter twentieth: The Lord Jesus breathed on His disciples, and saith unto them, Receive ye the Holy Ghost: whosesoever sins ye remit, they are remitted unto them; and whose- soever sins ye retain, they are retained. Question. What do you believe according to these words? Answer. I believe that when the called min- isters of Christ deal with us by His divine com- mand, especially when they exclude manifest and impenitenl sinners from the Christian congrega- tion, and, again, when they absolve those who THE OFFICE OF THE KEYS. 93 repent of their sins and are willing to amend, this is as valid and certain, in heaven also, as if Christ, our dear Lord, dealt with us Himself. HOW THE UNLEARNED SHOULD BE TAUGHT TO CONFESS. Question. .What is confession? Answer. Confession embraces two parts; one is that we confess our sins; the other, that we receive absolution or forgiveness from the con- fessor*, as from God Himself, and in no wise doubt, but firmly believe, that by it our sins are forgiven before God in heaven. Question. What sins should we confess? Anszver. Before God we should plead guilty of all sins, even of those which we do not know, as we do in the Lord's Prayer; but before the confessor we should confess those sins only which we know and feel in our hearts. Question. Which are these? Answer. Here consider your station accord- ing to the Ten commandments, whether you are a father, mother, son, daughter, master, mistress, servant; whether you have been disobedient, un- * or pastor. 94 THE OFFICE OF THE KEYS. faithful, slothful; whether you have grieved any person by word or deed; whether you have stolen, neglected or wasted aught, or done other injury. Question. Pray give me a brief form of con- fession ? Anszvcr. Say to the confessor, Reverend and dear Sir, I beseech you to hear my confes- sion, and pronounce forgiveness to me, for God's sake. \ Proceed/ I, a poor sinner, confess myself before God guilty of all sins. Especially do I confess before you that 1 am a servant, &c, but, alas! I serve my master unfaithfully; for in this and in that I have not done what they commanded me; I have provoked them to anger and profane words, have been negligent and have not prevented in- jury, havo been immodest in words and deeds, have quarreled with my equals, have murmured and used profane words against my mistress, &c. For all this I am sorry, and implore grace. I promise amendment. II A master or viisOess may say: Especially do I confess before you that I have not faithfully trained my children and household THE OFFICE OF THE KEYS. 95 to the glory of God; I have used profane lan- guage, set a bad example by indecent words and deeds, have done my neighbor harm and spoken evil of him, have overcharged and given false ware and .short measure. r Ami whatever else he has done against God's commandments and his station, c2?c. ^ But if anyone does not find himself burdened with such or greater- sins, he should not trouble himself on that account, nor seek or invent other sins, and thus make confession a torture; but simply mention one or two that you know, after this manner: Especially do I confess that I have once been profane; I have once used im- proper words; I have once neglected this or that, <2?c. Let that suffice. r But if you are conscious of none at all, zvhich however is scarcely possible, tlien mention none in particular, but receive absolution upon the general confession which you make before God to the confessor. r Then shall the confessor say: God be merciful to thee, and strengthen thy faith. Amen. r Furthermore: Question. Dost thou believe that my for- giveness is God's forgiveness? Answer. Yes, I believe. 96 THE OFFICE OF THE KEYS. U Then he shall say: Be it unto thee as thou believest. And I, by the command of our Lord Jesus Christ, forgive thee thy sins, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Amen. Depart in peace. \ Those, however, whose conscience is heavily burdened, or who are troubled and tempted, the confessor will know how to comfort and incite to faith with more passages of scriptiur. This is designed merely to be a general form of confession for the unlearned. Cbe Sacrament of the Hltar, AS THE HEAD OF THE FAMILY SHOULD TEACH IT IN ALL SIMPLICITY TO HIS HOUSEHOLD. Question. What is the Sacrament of the Al- tar? Answer. It Is the true body and blood of ,our Lord, Jesus Christ, under the bread and wine for us Christians to eat and to drink, instituted by Christ Himself. Question.. Where is this written? Answer. The holy Evangelist Matthew, Mark, Luke and St. Paul, write thus: Our Lord Jesus Christ, the same night in which He zvas betrayed, took bread; and when He had given thanks, He brake it, and gave it to His disciples, and said, Take, cat, this is my body, which is given for you, this do, in re- membrance of me. After the same manner also He took the cup, when He had supped, gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Take, drink ye all of it; this cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you for the remission of sins: this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me. 98 THE SACRAMENT OF THE ALTAR. Question. What is the benefit of such eating and drinking? Answer. That is shown us by these words, "Given, and shed for you for the remission ol' sins;" namely, that in the Sacrament for- giveness of sin, life and salvation are given us through these words. For where there is for- giveness of sin, there is also life and salvation. Question. How can bodily eating and drink- ing do such great things ? Answer. It is not the eating and drinking indeed, that does them, but the words here written, "Given and shed for you for the remis- sion of sins ;" which words, beside the bodily eat- ing and drinking, are as the chief thing in the Sacrament; and he that believes these words, has what they say and express, namely, the for- giveness of sins. Question. Who, then, receives such Sacra- ment worthily? Answer. Fasting and bodily preparation is, indeed, a fine outward training: but he is truly worthy and well prepared who has faith in these words, "Given, and shed for you for the remis- sion of sins/' But he that does not believe these words, or doubts, is unworthy and unprepared ; for the words, "For you," require all hearts to believe. Row the Read of the family SHOULD TEACH HIS HOUSEHOLD TO PRAY MORNING AND EVENING. MORXIXG PRAYER. r In the morning, when you get up, make the sign of the holy cross and say, In the name of God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. ^ Then, kneeling or standing, repeat the Creed and the Lord's Prayer. If you choose, you may also say this little prayer; | THAXK Thee, my Heavenly Father, through ' Jesus Christ, Thy dear Son, that Thou hast kept me this night from all harm and danger; and I pray Thee that Thou wouldst keep me this day also from sin and every evil, that all my do- ings and life may please Thee. For into Thy hands I commend myself, my body and soul ; and all things. Let thy holy angel be with me, that the wicked foe may have no power over me. Amen. r Then go joyfully to your work singing a hymn, like that on the Ten Commandments, or whatever your devotion may suggest. 100 MORNING AND EVENING PRAYER. EVENING PRAYER. \ hi the evening, when you go to bed, make the sign of the holy cross and say, In the name of God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. If Then kneeling or standing repeat the Creed and the Lord's Prayer. If you choose, you may also say this little prayer: THANK Thee, my heavenly Father, through * Jesus Christ, Thy dear Son, that Thou hast graciously kept me this day; and I pray Thee that Thou wouldst forgive me all my sins where I have done wrong, and graciously keep me this night. For into Thy hands I commend myself, my body and soul, and all things. Let Thy holy angel be with me, that the wicked foe may have no power over me. Amen. \\ Then go to sleep at once and in good cheer. Row the Read of the family SHOULD TEACH HIS HOUSEHOLD TO ASK BLESSING AND RETURN THANKS. T[ The children and servants shall go to the table reverently, fold their hands and say: ^PHE eyes of all wait upon Thee, O Lord, and * Thou givest them their meat in due season; Thou openest Thy hands and satisfiest the desire of every living thing. % Then shall be said the Lord's Prayer, and the following: f ORD God, Heavenly Father, bless us and *-* these Thy gifts which we receive from Thy bountiful goodness through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. thXnks. \ Also, after eating, they shall, in like manner, reverently and with foldea hands say: f\ GIVE thanks unto the Lord for He is good; ^ for, His mercy endureth forever. He giveth food to all flesh: He giveth to the beast his food; 102 BLESSING AND RETURN THANKS. and to the young ravens which cry. He delight- eth not in the strength of a horse. lie taketh not pleasure in the legs of a man. The Lord taketh pleasure in them that fear Him, in those that hope in His mercy. If Then shall be said the Lord's Prayer, and the following: A17E thank Thee, Lord God Heavenly Father, *■ through Jesus Christ our Lord, for all Thy hencfits, who livest and reignest forever and ever. Amen. Cable of Duties; OR CERTAIN PASSAGES OF SCRIPTURE FOR VARIOUS HOLY ORDERS AND ESTATES, WHEREBY THESE ARE SEVERALLY TO BE ADMONISHED OF THEIR OFFICE AND DUTY. TO BISHOPS, PASTORS, AND PREACHERS. A bishop must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behavior, given to hospitality, apt to teach; not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre; but pat- ient, not a brawler, not covetous; one that rul- eth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity ; not a novice. Hold- ing fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers. 1 Tim. 3, 2. 3. 4. <3. Tit. 1, 9. WHAT THE HEARERS OWE TO THEIR PASTORS. Eat and drink such things as they give: for the laborer is worthy of his hire. Luke 10, 7. 104 TABLE OF DUTIES. Even so hath the Lord ordained, that they which preach the gospel should live of the gos- pel. 1 Cor. 9, 14. Let him that is taught in the word communi- cate unto him that teacheth in all good things. Be not deceived; God is not mocked; For what- soever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. Gal. 6, 6. 7. Let the elders that rule well be count cm I worthy of double honor, especially they who labor in the word and doctrine. For the scrip- ture saith, thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn; and the laborer is worthy of his reward. 1 Tim. 5, 17. 18. And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labor among you, and are over you in the Lord and admonish you; and to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. And be at peace among yourselves. 1 Thess. 5, 12. 13. , Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves; for they watch for your souls, as I hey that must give account, that tlirv may do it with joy, and not with grief; for that is un- profitable for you. Ileb. 13, 17. OF CIVIL GOVERNMENT. Lot every soul be subject unto the higher powers; For there is ofa power but of God; the powers that be are ordained of God. Whoso- TABLE OF DUTIES. 105 ever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God : and they that resist shall re- ceive to themselves damnation. For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same: for he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth.not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil. Rom. 13, 1-4. OF SUBJECTS. Render unto Caesar the things which are Caesar's; and unto God the things that are God's. Matt. 22, 21. Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience' sake. For, for this cause pay ye tribute also : for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing. Render therefore to all their dues: tribute, to whom tribute is due; custom, to whom custom; fear, to whom fear; honor, to whom honor. Rom. 13, 5-7. I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplica- tions, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men; for kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and hon- 106 TABLE OF DUTIES. esty. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior. 1 Tim. 2, 1-3. Put them in mind to be subject to principal- ities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work. Tit. 3, 1. Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake : whether it be to the king as supreme ; or unto governors, as unto them that arc sent by him for the punishment of evil-doers, and for the praise of them that do dwell. 1 Pet. 2, 13. 14. TO HUSBANDS. Likewise, ye husbands, dwell with them ac- cording to knowledge, giving honor unto the wife, as unto the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered. And be not bitter against them. 1 Pet. 3, 7. Col. 3, 11). TO WIVES. Wives, submit yourselves unto your own hus- bands, as unto the Lord. Eph. 5, L2"2. Even as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him lord; whose daughters ye are, as long as ye do well, and are not afraid with any amazement. i Pet. 3, 5. 6. TABLE OF DUTIES. 107 TO PARENTS. And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them tip in the nurture and ad- monition of the Lord. Eph. 6, 4. TO CHILDREN. Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. Honor thy father and mother; which is the first commandment with promise; that it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth. Eph. 6, 1-3. TO SERVANTS, HIRED MEN, AND LABORERS. Servants, be obedient to them that are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in singleness of your heart, as unto Christ; not with eye-service, as men-pleasers ; but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart : with good will doing ser- vice, as to the Lord, and not to men; knowing that whatsoever good thing any man doeth, the same shall he receive of the Lord, whether he be bond or free. Eph. 6, 5-8. 108 TABLE OF DUTIES. TO MASTERS AND MISTRESSES. And, ye masters, do the same things unto them forbearing threatening: knowing that your mas- ter also is in heaven; neither is there respect of persons with him. Eph. G, 9. TO THE YOUNG IN GENERAL. Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to an- other, and be clothed with humility: for God re- sisteth the proud, and givcth grace to the hum- ble. Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time. 1 Pet. 5, 5. G. TO WIDOWS. Now, she that is a widow indeed, and desolate, trusteth in God, and continueth in supplications and prayers night and day. But she that liv- eth in pleasure, is dead while she liveth. 1 Tim. 5, 5. G. TO ALL IN COMMON. Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. Herein are comprehended all the command- incuts. Rom. 13, 9. And persevere in prayer lor all men. 1 Tim. 2, 1. Let each his lesson learn with care, And all the household well shall fare. Christian Questions with tbcir Hnswers. DRAWN IP BY DR. MARTIN LUTHER FOR THOSE WHO INTEND TO GO TO THE SACRAMENT. After confession and instruction in the Ten Commandments, Creed, Lord's Prayer and the sacraments of Baptism and the Holy Supper, the confessor may ask, or one may ask him- self:— Question. (1) Do you believe that you are a sinner ? Answer. Yes, I believe it; I am a sinner. Question. (2) How do you know this? Anszver. From the Ten Commandments; these I have not kept. Question. (3) Are you also sorry for your sins? Answer. Yes, I am sorry that I have sinned against God. 110 I CHRISTIAN QUESTIONS. Question. (4) What have you deserved of God by your sins ? Answer. His wrath and displeasure, tem- poral death and eternal damnation. Ivom. G, 21. 23. Question. (5) Do you also hope to be saved? Answer. Yes, such is my hope. Question. (G) In whom then do you trust? Answer. In my dear Lord Jesus Christ. Question. (7) Who is Christ? Answer. The son of God, true God and man. Question. (8) How many Gods arc there? Anszver. sons, Fathei Only one ; but there are three per- , Son and Holy Ghost. Question. for you thai (9) What, then, has Christ done ; you trust in Him? Anszver. He died for mo, and shed his blood for me on the eross for the forgiveness of sins. Question. you? (10) Did the Father also die for CHRISTIAN QUESTIONS. Ill Answer. He did not; for the Father is God only, the Holy Ghost likewise; but the Son is true God and true man; He died for me and shed His blood for me. Question. How do you know this? Answer. From the holy gospel and from the words of the Sacrament, and by His body and blood given me as a pledge in the Sacrament. Question. (12) How do those words read? Answer. Our Lord Jesus Christ, the same night in which He was betrayed, took bread ; and when he had given thanks, He brake it, and gave it unto His disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body, which is given for you: this do, in remembrance of me. After the same manner also He took the cup, when he had supped, gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Take, drink ye all of it ; this cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you for the remission of sins : this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me. Question. (13) You believe, then, that the true body and blood of Christ are in the Sacra- ment ? Answer. Yes, I believe it. 112 CHRISTIAN QUESTIONS. Question. (14) What induces you to believe this? Answer. The word of Christ, Take, eat, this is my body ; Drink ye all of it, this is my blood. Question. (15) What ought we to do when we eat His body and drink His blood, and thus receive the pledge ? Answer. We ought to show and remember His death and the shedding of His blood as He taught us : This do, as oft as ye do it in remem- brance of me. Question. (1G) Why ought we to remember and show His -death? Answer. That we may learn to believe that no creature could make satisfaction for our sins, but Christ, true God and man; and that we may learn to look with terror at our sins and to re- gard them as great indeed, and to find joy and comfort in 11 im alone; and thus be saved through such faith. Question. (17) What was it that moved Him to die and make satisfaction for your sins? Answer. His great love to His Father, and to me and other sinners, as it is written in John 14. Rom. 5. Gal. 2. Eph. 5. CHRISTIAN QUESTIONS. 113 0 Question. (18) Finally, why do you wish to go to the Sacrament I Answer. That I may learn to believe that Christ died for my sin out of great love as be- fore said; and that I may also learn of Him to love God and my neighbor. Question. (19) What should admonish and incite a Christian to receive the Sacrament frequently ( Answer. In respect to God, both the com- mand and the promise of Christ, the Lord, should move him, and in respect to himself, the the trouble that lies heavy on him, on account of which such command, encouragement, and prom- ise are given. Question. (20) But what shall a person do, if he be not sensible of such trouble, and feel no hunger and thirst for the Sacrament \ Answer. To such a person no better advice can be given than that, in the first place, he put his hand into his bosom and feel whether he still have flesh and blood, and that he by all means believe what the Scriptures say of it, in Gal. 5. and Rom. 7. Secondly, that he look around to see whether he is still in the world, and keep in mind that 114 CHRISTIAN QUESTIONS. there will be no lack of sin and trouble, as the Scriptures say, in John 15. and 16. 1 John 2. and 5. Thirdly, he will certainly have the devil also about him, who with his lying and murdering-, day and night, will let him have no peace within or without, as the Scriptures picture him, in John 8. and 16. 1 Pet. 5. 2 Tim. 2. NOTE. These questions and answers are no child's play, but are drawn up with great earnestness of purpose by the venerable and pious Dr. Luther for both young and old. Let each one take heed and likewise consider it a serious matter; for St. Paul says to the Galatians, chapter sixth : Be not deceived ; God is not mocked. TE DEUM LAUDAMUS. 115 TE DEUM LAUDAMUS. WE praise Thee, O God: we acknowledge Thee to I be the I Lord. II A. I All the earth doth worship Thee, the | Father { everlasting. To Thee all angels | cry a- | lond; || The heavens, and | all the | powers there- j in. A. —To Thee, Cherubim and | Sera- | phim || Con- | tinual- | ly do | cry, Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord | God of | Sabaoth; || Heaven and earth are full of the | majesty | of Thy | glory. B. — The glorious company of the Apostles j praise — | Thee. The good fellowship of the Prophets | praise — | Thee. The noble army of Martyrs | praise — | Thee. The holy Church throughout all the world doth acknowledge | Thee; || The Father, of an | infinite | Majes- | ty. C. — Thine adorable, true, and | only | Son; | Also the Holy | Ghost, the j Comfor- | ter. 116 TE DEUM LAUDAMUS. A. — Thou art the King of Glory, | O — | Christ. || Thou art the everlasting | Son — | of the | Father. When Thou tookest upon Thee to de- | liver I man, || Thou didst humble Thyself to be | born of a | vir — | gin. || A. — When Thou hadst overcome the | sharpness. of | death, || Thou didst open the kingdom of | heaven to | all be- | lievers. Thou sit test at the right | hand of | God || In the | glory | of the | Father. B. — We believe that Thou shalt come to \ be our J Judge. 1 1 [omit repeat.] We therefore pray Thee, help Thy servants, whom Thou hast redeemed | with Thy | precious | blood. C. — Hake them to be numbered | with Thy | saints [J In | glory | ever- | lasting. A. — O Lord, save Thy people, and [ bless Thine | heritage. ! (iuvcni tlieni, and | lii'l them | up for- | ever. GLORIA IX EXCELSIS. 117 Day by day we | magnify Thee. And we worship Thy Xame | ever, | world without | end. A. — Vouchsafe, 0 Lord, to keep us this day [ without sin. |j O Lord, have mercy upon us ; have | mercy | upon ] us. O Lord, let Thy mercy be upon us, as our [ trust is in | Thee. || O Lord, in Thee have I trusted, let me | never | be con- | founded. Amen. GLORIA IX EXCELSIS. /^LORY be to I God on j high, || and on earth ^ peace, good- 1 will toward | men. We praise Thee, we bless Thee, we j worship | Thee, || we glorify Thee, we give thanks to | Thee for | Thy great j glory. 2—0 Lord God heavenly | King, || God the | Father | Al- | mighty. O Lord, the Only-begot- ten Son, Je-sus | Christ; || O Lord God, Lamb of God, | Son | of the | Father. 3. — That takest away the | sins of the [ world, |] have mercy | upon | us. Thou that takest away 118 KYRIE— SANCTUS— NUNC DIMITTIS. the | sins of the | world, || receive our ] prayer. Thou that sittest at the right hand of | God the ] Father, || have mercy | upon us. 4. — For Thou | only art | holy; || Thou | only | art the | Lord. Thou only, O Christ, with the | Holy | Ghost,|| art most high in the | glory of | God the | Father.! | A- | men. KYRIE. [ ORD, have mercy | upon us. j| Christ, have *^ mercy | upon us. I| Lord, have mercy | upon us. SANCTUS. IJ OLY, Holy, Holy Lord God of Sabaoth lleavii *•* and earth are .full of Thy Glory, llosanna, Hosanna, llosanna, in the Highest. Blessed is He, Blessed is He, Blessed is He that comet h in the name of the Lord. Hosanna, Hosanna, Hosanna, in the highest. NUNC DIMITTIS. T ORD, now lettest Thou Thy. servant de | part •^ in | peace, 1 1 ac | cording | to Thy | Word ; For | mine | eyes || have | seen | Thy sal- | ra- tion. AGXUS DEI— VEXITE EXULTEMUS. 119 Which Thou hast pre j pared |'j before the | face of all people; A light to | lighten the | Gentiles; j| and the glory | of Thy j people | Israel. AGXUS DEL r\ CHRIST, thou Lamb of God, that takest away ^ the sin of the world, have mercy upon us ! O Christ, thou Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the world, have mercy upon us! O Christ, thou Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the world, grant us thy peace! Amen, Amen. VEXITE EXULTEMUS. C\ COME, let us sing j unto, .the | Lord [| let ^ us make a joyful noise to the | Rock of | our Sal | vation. 2 Let us come before His presence | with thanks- ! giving |l and make a joyful | noise., unto J Him with | psalms. 3 For the Lord is a | great | God || and a great | King a- | bove all j gods. 1 In His hand are the deep places i of the | earth ,[ the strength of the \ hills is j His j also. 120 MAGNIFICAT. 2 The sea is His, and | He | made it || and His hands | formed | the | dry | land. 3 O come, let us worship | and bow | down || let us kneel be- | fore the | Lord our | Maker. 1 For He | is our | God || and we are the peo- ple of His pasture, | and the | sheep of.. His \ hand. 2 Glory be to the Father, and to the Son: and to the Holy Ghost, 3 As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be: world without end. Amen. MAGNIFICAT. IV/TY: soul doth magni- | fy the | Lord; || and •'•'■*■ my spirit hath re- | joiced in | God my | Savior. For: He | hath re- | garded || the low es- | tato of | Ilis hand- | maiden. For: behold, | from hence- | forth || all gencr- | ations. .shall | call me | blessed. For: Tie thai is mighty hath done to me great | things: || and | holy | is His | Name. And: His mercy is on | them that | fear Him, |j from gencr- | aticm..to | geiUT- | ation. BEXEDICTUS. 121 He: hath showed strength | with His | arm: j] He hath scattered the proud in the imagin- j ation j of their [ hearts. He: hath put down the mighty | from their | seats,| | and exalted j them of | low de- | gree. He: hath filled the hungry | with good |- things, || and the rich He | hath sent | emp- | ty..a- | way. He: hath holpen His | servant ! Israel, || in re | membrance | of His | mercy : As: He spake [ to our ' fathers, || to Abraham, and | to his j seed, for- | ever. BEXEDICTUS. BLESSED be the Lord God of | Isra- | el; For He hath visited | and re- \ deemed His j people ; And hath raised up a mighty sal- | vation | for us, In the house | of His | servant j David; As He spake by the mouth of His | holy | Proph- ets, Which have been | since the | world be- j gan : That we should be saved from our I ene- | mies, And from the hand of | all that | hate — | us : 122 BENEDICTUS. To perform the mercy promised | to our | fath- ers, And to remember His | holy | cove- | nant : The oath which He sware to our [ father [ Abra- ham, That He would | grant — | unto | us : That wc, being delivered out of the hand.. of our | ene- | mies, Might | serve Him | without | fear, In holiness and righteousness be- | fore — | Him, All the | days — | of our | life. Glory be to the Father, and | to the | Son, And | to the | Holy | Ghost : As it was in the beginning, is now, and | ever | shall be, World | without | end. .1- \ men. Cbc Litany. Minister. Lord, have mercy upon us. Cong. Lord, hare mercy upon us. M. Christ, have mercy upon us. C. Christ, have mercy upon us. M. Lord, have mercy upon us. C. Lord, have mercy upon us. M. 0 Christ, hear us. C. 0 Christ, hear us. M. 0 God, the Father in heaven; C. Have mercy upon us. :\i. 0 God the Son, Redeemer of the world; c. Have mercy upon us. M. 0 God, the Holy Ghost; C. Have mercy upon us. M. Be gracious unto us. C. Spare us, good Lord. 124 LITANY M. Be gracious unto us. C. Help us, good Lord. M. From all sin; From all error; From all evil: C. Good Lord, deliver us. M. From the crafts and assaults of the devil ; From sudden and evil death; From pestilence and famine; From war and bloodshed; From sedition and rebellion; From lightning and tempest ; From all calamity by fire and water ; And from everlasting death; C. Good Lord, deliver us. M, By the mystery of Thy holy Incarnation; By Thy holy Nativity; By Thy Baptism, Fasting, and Temptat ion ; By Thine Agony and Bloody Sweat; By Thy Cross and Passion; By Thy precious Death and Burial; By Thy glorious Resurrection and Ascension; And by the coming of the Holy Ghost, the ( 'omforter: C. Help us, good Lord. LITANY. 125 M. In all time of tribulation In all time of our prosperity; In the hour of death ; And in the day of judgment: C. Help us, good Lord. M. We poor sinners do beseech Thee; C. To hear us, 0 Lord God. 'M\ And to lead and govern Thy holy Chris- tian Church; To preserve all pastors and ministers of Thy Church in the true knowledge and understand- ing of Thy Word, and in holiness of life ; To put an end to all schisms and causes of of- fence. To bring into the way of truth all such as have erred, and are deceived; To beat down Satan under our feet; To send faithful laborers into Thy harvest; To accompany Thy Word with Thy Spirit and grace ; To raise up them that fall, and to strengthen such as do stand ; And to comfort and help the weak-hearted and the distressed: C. JVe beseech Thee to hear us, good Lord. 126 LITANY M. To give to all nations peace and concord; To preserve our country from discord and con- tention; To give to our nation perpetual victory over all its enemies ; To direct and defend our President, and all in authority ; And to bless and keep our magistrates, and all our people : C. We beseech Thee to hear us, good Lord. M. To behold and succor all who are in dan- ger, necessity, and tribulation; To protect all who travel by land or water ; To preserve all women in the perils of child- birth; To strengthen and keep all sick persons and young children ; To set free all who are innocently imprisoned ; To defend and provide for all fatherless chil- dren and widows ; And to have mercy upon all men: C. We beseech Thee to hear us, good Lord. M. To forgive our enemies, persecutors, and slanderers, and to turn their hearts; To give and preserve to our use the fruits of the earth; And graciously to hear our prayers: C. We beseech Thee to hear us, good Lord. LITANY. 12- M. 0 Lord Jesus Christ, .Son of God; C. We beseech Thee to hear us, M. O Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the world; C. Have mercy upon us. M. O Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the world; C. Have mercy upon us. M. 0 Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the world; C. Grant us Thy peace. M. O Christ, hear us. C. 0 Christ, hear us. M. Lord, have mercy upon us. C. Lord, have mercy upon us. M. Christ, have mercy upon us. C. Christ have mercy upon us. M. Lord, have mercy upon us. C. Lord have mercy upon us. Amen. F)yrrms* Opening Service. L. m. DEFORE Jehovah's awful throne, *-* Ye nations, bow with sacred joy; Know that the Lord is God alone, He can create, and He destroy. 2 His sov'reign power, without our aid, Made us of clay, and formed us men; And when like wandering sheep we strayed, He brought us to His fold again. 3 We are His people, we His care, Our souls and all our mortal frame: What lasting honors shall we rear, Almighty Maker, to Thy name ? 4 We'll crowd Thy gates with thankful songs, High as the heavens our voices raise : And earth, with her ten thousand tongues Shall fill Thy courts with sounding praise. 5 Wide as the world is Thy command, Vast as eternity Thy love; Firm as a rock Thy truth must stand, When foiling years shall cease to move. OPENING SERVICE. 7s. "PATHER, bless our school to-day; *- Be in all we do and say ; Be in ev'ry song we sing, Ev'ry pray'r to Thee we bring. 2 Jesus, well-beloved Son, May Thy will by us be done; Come and meet with us to-day; Teach us, Lord, Thyself, we pray. 3 Holy Spirit, Mighty power, Consecrate this Lord's day hour; Unto us Thine unction give; Touch our souls that we may live. 8,-i GLORY be to God the Father ! Glory be to God the Son! Glory be to God the Spirit! Great Jehovah, Three in one. Glory, glory, While eternal ages run. 2 Glory be to Him who loved us, Washed us from each spot and slain, Glory be to Him who bought us, Made us kings with Him to reign! Glory, glory, To tlic Lanil) that once was slain. 3 Glory lo the Kin- of angels! (J lory to the Church's King! OPENING SERVICE. Glory to the King of nations! Heaven and earth your praises bring; Glory, glory, To the King of glory bring. Glory, blessing, praise eternal! Thus the choir of angels sings, Honor, riches, power, dominion! Thus its praise creation brings ; Glory, glory, Glory to the King of kings. L. M. f ORD Jesus Christ, to us attend, *-^ Thy Holy Spirit to us send, With grace to rule us day by day, And lead us in true wisdom's way. 2 Unseal our lips to sing Thy praise, Our hearts in true devotion raise, Our faith increase, and 'grant us light, That we may know Thy name aright; 3 Until we join the hosts that cry, "Holy art Thou, O Lord most High!" And 'mid the light of that blest place Shall gaze upon Thee face to face. 4 Glory to God, the Father, Son, And Holy Spirit, Three in One! To Thee, O Holy Trinity, Be praise throughout eternity! OPENING SERVICE. 6s, 5s, 81. TJOLY Spirit! hear us; ■*• A Help us while we sing ; Breathe into the music Of the praise we bring. Holy Spirit! prompt us When we kneel to pray; Nearer come and teach us What we ought to say. 2 Holy Spirit! shine Thou On the Book we read; Gild its holy pages With the light we need. Holy Spirit! give us Each a lowly mind; Make us more like Jesus, Gentle, pure and kind. 3 Holy Spirit! brighten Little deeds of toil ; And our playful pastimes Let no folly spoil. Holy Spirit ! keep us Safe from sins which lie Hidden by some pleasure From our youthful eye. 4 Tioly Spirit ! help us Daily by Tliy might. What is wrong to conquer OPENING SERVICE. And to choose the right. Holy Spirit! hear us, Help us while we sing; Breathe into the music Of the praise we bring. L. M. LI OS ANN A to the living Lord! * * Hosanna to th' incarnate Word ! To Christ, Creator, Savior, King, Let earth, let heav'n, hosanna sing. 2 "Hosanna, Lord!" thine angels cry, "Hosanna, Lord!" Thy saints reply; Above, beneath us, and around, The dead and living swell the sound. 3 O Savior, with protecting care, ' Keturn to this, Thy house of pray'r, Assembled in Thy sacred name, Where we Thy parting promise claim. 4 Put chiefest in our cleansed breast, Eternal, bid Thy Spirit rest, And make our secret soul to be A temple pure, and worthy Thee. 5 So, in the last and dreadful day, When earth and Heav'n shall melt away, Thy flock, redeemed from sinful stain, Shall swell the sound of praise again. OPENING SERVICE. 7, 8, 8. BLESSED Jesus, at Thy word We are gathered all to hear Thee; Let our hearts and souls be stirred Now to seek and love and fear Thee ; By Thy teachings sweet and holy Drawn from earth to love Thee solely. All our knowledge, sense and sight Lie in deepest darkness shrouded, Till Thy Spirit breaks our night With the beams of truth unclouded ; Thou alone to God canst win us, Thou must work all good within us. Glorious Lord, Thyself impart! Light of Light, from God proceeding, Open Thou our ears and he;irt. Help us by Thy Spirit's pleading, Hear the cry Thy people raises, Hear and bless our prayers and praise 1 Father, Son and Holy Ghost, Praise to Thee and adoration! Grant that we Thy word ma.v trust, And obtain true consolation, While wo here below must, wander, Till we sing Thy praises yonder. OPENING SERVICE. 8 C. M. POME, thou Desire of all Thy saints! ^ Our humble strains attend, While with our praises and complaints, Low at Thy feet we bend. 2 How should our songs, like those above, With warm devotion rise! How should our souls, on wings of love, Mount upward to the skies! 3 Come, Lord ! Thy love alone can raise In us the heavenly flame ; Then shall our lips resound Thy praise, Our hearts adore Thy name. 4 Dear Savior, let Thy glory shine, And fill Thy dwellings here, Till life, and love, and joy divine A Heaven on earth appear.. 5 Then shall our hearts enraptured say, Come, great Redeemer ! come, And bring the bright, the glorious day, That calls Thy children home. 9 8, 7, 4, 7. |N Thy name, O Lord, assembling, 1 We Thy children now draw near; Teach us to rejoice with trembling ; Speak, and let Thy servants hear, — Hear with meekness, Hear Thy word with godly fear. OPENING SERVICE. 2 While our days on earth are lengthened, Help us give them, Lord, to Thee; In Thy service hourly strengthened, May we never weary be, Till Thy glory In the world of light we see. 3 Then in worship purer, sweeter, Thee Thy children will adore, Tasting joys far higher, greater Than were e'er conceived before, Praising, serving, Thee, our God, for evermore. 10 7, 8, 7, 7. [ IGIIT of Light, enlighten mo ! *-* Now anew the day is dawning, Sun of grace, the shadows flee, Brighten Thou my Sabbath morning! With Thy joyous sunshine blest, Happy is my day of rest. 2 Kindle Thou the sacrifice That upon my lips is lying; Clear the shadows from mine eves, That, from every error living. No strange fire may in me glow That thine altar doth not know. OPENING SERVICE. Rest in me and I in thee, Build a paradise within me; Oh. reveal thyself to me; Blessed Love, who diedst to win me: Fed from thine exhaustless urn, Pure and bright my lamp shall burn. 11 A LL glory be to God on high, •** Who hath our race befriended ! To us no harm shall now come nigh, The strife at last is ended; God showeth His good will to men, And peace shall reign on earth again; O thank Him for His goodness. We praise, we worship Thee, we trust, And give Thee thanks forever, O Father, that Thy rule is just, And wise, and changes never : Thy boundless power o'er all things reigns, Done is whate'er Thy will ordains : "Well for us that Thou rulest! 0 Jesus Christ, Thou only Son Of God, Thy heavenly Father, Who didst for all our sins atone And the lost sheep dost gather, Thou Lamb of God, to Thee on high, From out our depths, we sinners cry, Have mercy on us, Jesus ! 10 OPENING SERVICE. 4 O Holy Ghost, Thou precious Gift, Thou Comforter unfailing, O'er Satan's snares our souls uplift, And let Thy power availing. Avert our woes and calm our dread; For us the Savior's blood was shed, We trust in Thee to save us ! 12 7, 7, 7, 5. C* OD of pity, God of grace ; ^* When we humbly seek thy face, Bend from heav'n, thy dwelling-place ; Hear, forgive and save. 2 When we in Thy temple meet, Spread our wants before Thy feet, Pleading at the mercy-seat : Look from heav'n and save. ,°> When Thy love our hearts shall fill, And we long to do Thy will, Turning to Thy holy hill: Lord, accept and save. 4 Should we wander from Thy fold, And our love to Thee grow cold, With a pitying eye behold: Lord, forgive and save. 5 And whaleYr our cry may be, When we lift our hearts t<> Thee, lrrom our burden sot us free: Hear, forgive and save. OPENING SERVICE. 11 13 14 S. M. TI7ITPI joy we lift our eyes ^ " To those bright realms above, That glorious temple in the skies, Where dwells eternal Love. 2 Before Thy throne we bow, O Thou almighty King; Here we present the solemn vow, And hymns of praise we sing. 3 While in Thy house we kneel, With trust and holy fear, Thy mercy and Thy truth reveal And lend a gracious ear. 4 Lord, teach our hearts to pray And tune our lips to sing; Nor from Thy presence cast away The songs and prayers we bring. PRACIOUS Spirit, Dove Divine! *-* Let Thy light within me shine; All my guilty fears remove, Fill me with Thy heav'nly love. 2 Speak Thy pardoning grace to me, Set the burdened sinner free ; Lead me to the Lamb of God, Wash me in His precious blood. 12 OPENING SERVICE. 3 Life and peace to me impart ; Seal salvation on my heart ; Dwell Thyself within my breast, Earnest of eternal rest. 4 Let me never from Thee stray, Keep me in the narrow way: Fill my soul with joy divine, Keep me, Lord, forever Thine. 15 f ORD, we come before thee now, *-J At thy feet we humbly bow; O, do not our suit disdain ; Shall we seek thee, Lord, in vain ? 2 Lord, on Thee our souls depend; In compassion now descend ; Fill our hearts with thy rich grace] Tunc our lips to sing- Thy praise. 3 Send some message from Thy Word, That may joy and peace afford ; Let Thy Spirit now impart Full salvation to each heart. 7s. 4 Comfort those who weep and mourn; Let the time <>f joy return; Those lli:it arc c;isl down lift up; Make them Strong in faith and hope. CLOSING SERVICE. 13 5 Grant that all may seek and find Thee, a gracious God, and kind: Heal the sick, the captive free; Let us all rejoice in Thee. 16 17 L. M. A SSEMELED in our school once more, ** O Lord, Thy blessing wc implore ; We meet to read, and sing, and pray ; Be with us then through this Thy day. 2 Our fervent prayer to Thee ascends, For parents, teachers, foes and friends; And when we in Thy house appear, Help us to worship in Thy fear. 3 When we on earth shall meet no more, ]\Iay we above to glory soar; And praise Thee in more lofty strains, Where one eternal Sabbath reigns. Closing Service. 9,8,! f^OD be with you till we meet again; ^* By His counsels, guide, uphold you, With His sheep securely fold you, God be with you till we meet again. 14 CLOSING SERVICE. Chorus : Till we meet, Till we meet, Till we meet at Jesus' feet ; Till we meet, Till we meet, God be with you till we meet again. 2 God be with you till we moot again, 'Neath his wings securely hide you; Daily manna still divide you, God be with you till we meet again. 3 God be with you till we meet again, When life's perils thick confound you ; Put His arms unfailing round you, God be with you till we meet again. 4 God be with you till we meet again, Keep love's banner floating o'er you; Smite death's threatening wave before you. God be with you till we meet again. 18 L. M. "niSMTSR us with Thy blessing. Lord; *-* Help us to feed upon Th.v word; All that lias been nniiss, forgive, And let Thy truth within us live. 2 Though wo are guilty,, Thou art good; Wash all our works in Je$U$! blood ; Give every burdened soul deleave, And bid i|s all depart in peace- 19 H CLOSING SERVICE. 15 8,7. EAV'NLY Father, grant thy blessing On the teaching of this day That our hearts, Thy fear possessing, May from sin be turned away. 2 Have we wandered? oh, forgive us, Have we wished from truth to rove? Turn, oh, turn us, and receive us, And incline us Thee to love. 20 ONCE more, before we part, ^ Oh, bless the Savior's name! Let every tongue and every heart Adore and praise the same. 2 Lord, in Thy grace we came, That blessing still impart; We met in Jesus' sacred name, In Jesus' name we part. 3 Still on Thy holy Word Help us to feed and grow, Still to go on to know the Lord, And practice what we know. 4 Now, I/ord, before we part, Help us to bless Thy name: Let every tongue and every heart Adore and praise the same. S. M. 16 CLOSING SERVICE. 21 L. M. A LMIGHTY Father, bless the word •** Which thro' Thy grace wo 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, Thus in Thy courts to seek Thy face. Grant, Lord, that we who worship here May all, at last, in Heaven appear. ' 22 7s, 81. r ex Thy blessing now attend us, ■'-' Loving Savior, to each home; From all danger Thou defend us, Till again we hither come. With Thy rod and staff bo near us, Lest we follow ways of sin; With Thy gracious presence cheer us, Cleanse our hearts and dwell therein. Make us patient, meek and lowly, Make us slum the ways of strife; Keep us in (he path of duty, Steadfast in the Christian life. Thus w.'M follow Thee, dear Savior, Till we've crossed life's stormy sea And will) all rI ny faithful children Thou (Inst call us home to Thee. CLOSING SERVICE. 17 23 24 8, 7, 4, T ORD, dismiss us with Thy blessing, ^ Fill our hearts with joy and peace ! Let us each, Thy love possessing, Triumph in redeeming grace. | : O refresh Trav'ling thro' this wilderness. Thanks we give and adoration For Thy Gospel's joyful sound, May the fruits of Thy salvation In our hearts and lives abound: ! : May Thy presence :| With us evermore be found. So, whene'er the signal's given Da from earth to call away, Borne on angels' wings to heaven, Glad the summons to obey, ! : May we, ready, : Rise and reign in endless day. 8, IJEAV'XLY Father, send Thy blessing -*--*■ On Thy children gathered here, May they all, Thy Xame confessing, Be to Thee forever dear. 2 May they be like Joseph, loving, Dutiful, and chaste, and pure; And their faith, like David, proving, Steadfast unto death endure. 18 CLOSING SERVICE. 3 Holy Savior, Who in meekness Didst vouchsafe a child to be, Guide their steps and help their weakness, Bless and make them like to Thee. 4 Spread Thy golden pinions o'er them, Holy Spirit, from above; Guide them, lead them, go before them, Give them peace, and joy, and love. 5 Temples of the Holy Spirit, May they with Thy glory shine, And immortal bliss inherit, And for evermore be Thine. 25 7s. |70R a season called to part, -*- Let us now ourselves commend To the gracious eye and heart Of our everprescnt Friend. 2 Jesns, hear our humble prayer: Tender Shepherd of Thy sheep, Let Thy mercy and Thy care All our souls in safety keep. ,'> \Yh;il we each have now been taught, Let our memories retain: May we, if WQ live, be brought I [ere t<» meet in peaee again. CLOSING SERVICE). 19 4 Then, if Thou instruction bless, Songs of praises shall be given ; We'll our thankfulness express, Here on earth and when in Heaven. 5 Praise the Father, earth and Heaven, Praise the Son, the Spirit praise; As it was, and is, be given Glory through eternal days. 26 8,7. IVjAY the grace of Christ our Savior, *■**■ And the Father's boundless love, With the Holy Spirit's favor, Rest upon us from above. 2 Thus may we abide in union With each other and the Lord, And possess, in sweet communion, Joys which earth cannot afford. 27 ABIDE, O dearest Jesus, -** Among us with Thy grace, That Satan may not harm us, Nor we to sin give place. 2 Abide, O dear Redeemer, Among us with Thy Word, And thus now and hereafter True peace and joy afford. 20 MORNING. 3 Abide with heavenly brightness Among us, precious Light; Thy truth direct, and keep us From error's gloomy night. 4 Abide with richest blessings Among us, bounteous Lord; Let us in grace and wisdom Grow daily through Thy Word. 5 Abide with Thy protection Among us, Lord our Strength; Lest world and Satan fell us, And overcome at length. 6 Abide, O faithful Savior, Among us with Thy love, Grant steadfastness, and help us To reach our home above. Morning, 28 ii, ii, ii, 5. "DEIIOLT), the shade of night is now ^ receding. Kindling with splendors fair the dawn is glowing, With fervent hearts, oh, let us all implore Him, Kuler Almighty. MORNING. 21 2 That He, our God, will look on us in pity, Send strength for weakness, grant us His salvation, And with a Father's pure affection give us Glory eternal. 3 This grace, oh, grant us, Godhead Ever-blessed, Of Father, Son and Holy Ghost in union, Whose praises be through earth's most distant regions Ever sounding! 29 C. M. "VTOW that the sun is beaming bright, -^ Once more to God we pray, That He, the uncreated Light, May guide our souls this day. 2 No sinful word, no deed of wrong, Nor thoughts that idly rove; But simple truth be on our tongue, And in our hearts be love. 3 And while the hours in order flow, O Christ, securely fence Our gates beleaguered by the foe, The gate of every sense. 22 MORNING. 4 And grant that to Thine honor, Lord, Our daily toil may tend: That we begin it at Thy Word, And in Thy favor end. 30 7s. JESUS, holy, undented, J Listen to a little child; Thou hast sent the glorious light, Chasing far the silent night. 2 Thou hast sent the sun to shine O'er this glorious world of Thine; Warmth to give, and pleasant glow, On each tender flower below. 3 Now the little birds arise, Chirping gayly in the skies; Thee their tiny voices praise In the early songs they raise. 4 Thou, by Whom the birds are fed, Give to me my daily bread; And Thy Holy Spirit give, Without Whom [ cannot live. 5 Make me, Lord, obedient, mild, As becomes a little child; All day long, in every way, Teach me what to do and say. MORNING 23 6 Help me never to forget That in Thy great Book is set All that children think and say, For the awful Judgment Day. 7 Let me never say a word That will make Thee angry, Lord, Help me so to live in love, As Thine Angels do above. 8 Make me, Lord, in work and play, Thine more truly every day; And when Thou at last shalt come, Take me to Thy heavenly Home. 31 7,6. DEFRESHED by gentle slumbers, *-*• From care and sorrow free, Our hearts in tuneful numbers Sing praise, 0 Lord, to Thee. 2 Thou spreadest joy and blessing, Thou Source of ev'ry good ; Then hear us, Thee addressing In songs of gratitude. 3 Oh, may we, ceasing never, Extol Thee all our days ; Our heart and life be ever An endless song of praise. 24 MORNING. 32 G, 5. TN the early morning, * With the sun's first rays, All God's little children Thank, and pray, and praise. 2 I too thanks would offer, Jesus, Shepherd dear, For Thy tender pasture, For Thy guiding care. 3 And I would implore Thee, Be with me this day. Lest I from Thee wander, Into danger stray. 4 If Thou dwell within me, Fvil far must go, And I shall he tasting Bliss that angels know. 5 Tn the hush of evening, With the sun's last rays. All Cod's little children Thank, and pray, and praise. G Always in Thy keeping, flcsus. Savior dear, Whether waking, sleeping, Thine we children are. MORNING. 25 33 8, D RAISE the Lord!:| The sun of morning * Wakes the slumb'ring plains again; All the earth to life returning Lifts to God a joyful strain. 2 | : Praise the Lord ! :| The dewy flowers Bloom the praises of the King; Heights, and fields, and leafy bowers Ring with gladdest carolling. 3 | : Praise the Lord! :] From hills and mountains Sounds aloud the thankful lay. Stir, my soul, thy nobler fountains, Bless the Lord for new-born day. L. M. 34 AWAKE my soul, and with the sun Thy daily stage of duty run; Shake off dull sloth, and joyful rise To pay thy morning sacrifice. 2 All praise to Thee, who safe hast kept, And hast refreshed me while I slept: Grant, Lord, when I from death shall wake, I may of endless life partake ! 3 Lord, I my vows to Thee renew; Disperse my sins as morning dew; Guard my first springs of thought and will, And with Thyself my spirit fill. 26 MORNING. 4 Direct, control, suggest, this day, All I design, or do, or say; That all my powers, with all their might, In Thy sole glory may unite. 5 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below, Praise Him, above, ye heavenly host, Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. 35 7s, (il. PV'RY morning mercies new *-* Fall as fresh as morning dew; Ev'ry morning let ns pay Tribute with the early day; For Thy mercies, Lord, are sure, Thy compassion doth endure. 2 Still the greatness of Thy love Daily doth our sins remove; Daily, fat as east from west. Lifts the burden from the breast; (Jives nnbought, to those who pray. Strength to stand in evil day. 3 Let our prayers each morn prevail, That these gifts may never fail; And, as we confess the sin And the tempter's power within, Feed ns with the Bread of Life, Fit ns for our daily strife. MORNING. 27 4 As the morning- light returns, As the sun with splendor burns, Teach us still to turn to Thee, Ever blessed Trinity, With our hands our hearts to raise, In unfailing prayer and praise. 36 6, 5. OEE the shining dewdrops ^ On the flowers strewed, Proving as they sparkle, "God is ever good!" 2 See the morning sunbeams Lighting up the wood, Silently proclaiming "God is ever good." 3 Hear the mountain streamlet, In its solitude, With its ripple saying "God is ever good." 4 In the leafy tree-tops, Where no fears intrude, Merry birds are singing ' "God is ever good." 5 He who came to save us, Shed His precious blood; Better things it speaketh "God is ever good." 28 MORNING. G Bring, my heart, Thy tribute, Songs of gratitude ; All things join to tell us "God is ever good." 37 C. M. M Y God, my King, Thy praise I'll sing; My heart is all Thine own; My highest powers, My choicest hours, I yield to Thee alone. My voice, awake. Thy part to take. My soul the concert join, Till all around Shall catch the sound, And mix their hymns with mine. "But man is weak Thy praise to speak; Your God, ye angels sing: 'Tis yours to sec. More near than we, The glories of our King. His truth and grace Fill time and space, As large 1 1 is honors be ; Till all th.it live Their homage give. And praise my God with me. MORNING. 29 38 T CM. 'HE morning bright, With rosy light, Hath waked me from my sleep ; Father, I own Thy love alone, Thy little one doth keep. All through the day, I humbly pray, Be Thou my Guard and Guide; My sins forgive, And let me live, Blest Jesus, near Thy side. O make Thy rest Within my breast, Great Spirit of all grace; Make me like Thee, Then shall I be Prepared to see Thy face. To Father, Son, And Spirit, One, Great God whom I adore, All glory be, My God, to Thee, Both now, and evermore. 30 MORNING. 39 iij 10. OTILL still with Thee, when purple morning ^ breaketh, When the bird waketh and the shadows flee ; Fairer than morning, lovelier than the daylight, Dawns the sweet consciousness, I am with Thee ! 2 Alone with Thee, amid the mystic shadows, The solemn hush of nature newly born; Alone with Thee, in breathless adoration, In the calm dew and freshness of the morn. 3 When sinks the soul, subdued by toil, to slumber, Its closing eye looks up to Thee in prayer; Sweet the repose boneathThy wings o'ershading, But sweeter still, to wake and find Thee there. 4 So shall it be at last, in that bright morning, When the soul wakot h, and life's shadows Hoc ; Oh, in that hour, fairer than daylight pawning, Shall rise the glorious thought, I am with Thee ! 40 C. M. IVylY Father} Tor another night ^* Of quiet sleep and rest, FoT all the joy of morning light, Thy holy Name be blest. Amen. EVENING. 31 2 Xow with the new-horn day I give Myself anew to Thee, That as Thou wiliest I may live. And what Thou wiliest be. 3 Whate'cr I do, things great and small, Whate'er I speak or frame, Thy glory may I seek in all, Do all in Jesus' Name. 4 My Father, for His sake I pray Thy child accept and bless ; And lead me by Thy grace to-day In paths of righteousness. Gvening. 41 11, 11, 11, 5. NIGHT'S shadows falling men to rest are calling ; Rest we, possessing heav'nly peace and blessing : This we implore thee, falling down before Thee, Great King of Glory! O Savior, hear us ! Son of God, be near us ! Thine angels send us ; let Thy love attend us : He nothing feareth, whom Thy presence cheereth, Light his path cleareth. 32 +• EVENING. 3 Be near, relieving all who now are grieving ; Thy visitation be our consolation: Oh, hear the sighing of the faint and dying; Lord, hear our crying! 4 Thou ever livest; endless life Thou givest; Thou watch art keeping oVr Thy faithful sleeping; In Thy clear shining they are now reclining, All care resigning. 5 O Lord of Glory, praise wo and adore Thee — Thee for us given, our true Hest from Heaven ! Rest, peace, and blessing, we are now possessing, Thy Name confessing. 42 ios A BIDE with me! fast falls the eventide; ■** The darkness deepens, Lord, with me abide ! When other helpers fail, and comforts Hoc, Help of the helpless, O abide with me! 2 Swift to its close ebbs out life's little day; Earth's joys grow dim, ils glories pa8B away; Change and decay in nil around i sec; () Thou who changosl not, abide with me. EVENING. 33 3 I need Thy presence every passing hour : What but Thy grace can foil the tempter's power ? Who like Thyself my guide and stay can be? Through cloud and sunshine, O abide with me ! 4 I fear no foe, with Thee at hand to bless: Ills have no weight, and tears no bitterness. Where is death's sting? where, grave, thy victory ? ^ I triumph still, if Thou abide with me ! 5 Hold Thou Thy Cross before my closing eyes, Shine through the gloom, and point me to the skies : Heaven's morning breaks, and earth's vain shadows flee ! In life, in death, O Lord, abide with me ! 43 C. M. D. THE shadows of the evening hours Fall from the dark'ning sky ; Upon the fragrance of the flow'rs The dews of evening lie; Before Thy throne, O Lord of heav'n ! We kneel at close of day! Look on Thy children from on high, And hear us while we pray. 34 EVENING, 44 The sorrows of Thy servants, Lord! Oh, do not Thou despise : But let the incense of our prayers Before Thy mercy rise. The brightness of the coming night Upon the darkness rolls; With hopes of future glory chase The shadows from our souls. Slowly the rays of daylight fade; So fade \tithin the heart The hopes in earthly love and joy That, one by one, depart; Slowly the bright stars, one by one, Within the heavens shine; Give us, O Lord ! fresh hopes in heaven, x\nd trust in things divine. Let peace, O Lord, Thy peace, 0 God, Upon our souls descend ; From midnight fears, and perils, Thou Our trembling hearts defend. Give us a respite from our toil; Calm and subdue our woes; Through the long day wo labor, Lord, Oh, give us now repose. CAVIOB! breathe an evening blessing, ^ Ere repose our spirits seal; Sin and want we come confessing; Thou canst save, and Thou canst heal. EVENING. 35 2 Though destruction walk around us, Though the arrows past us fly, Angel-guards from Thee surround us ; We are safe, if Thou art nigh. 3 Though the night be dark and dreary, Darkness cannot hide from Thee : Thou art He Who, never weary, Watcheth where Thy people be. 4 Should swift death this night o'ertake us And our couch become our tomb, May the morn in heaven awake us, Clad in light and deathless bloom. 45 6,5. "VTOW the day is over, -^ Xight is drawing nigh, Shadows of the evening Steal across the sky. 2 Jesus, give the weary Calm and sweet repose; With Thy tenderest blessing May our eyelids close. 3 Grant to little children Visions bright of Thee; Guard the sailor tossing On the deep blue sea. 36 EVENING. 4 Through the long night-watches, May Thine angels spread Their white 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. 46 CM. A NOTIIER day has passed away, •L *• A day of praise and prayer ; Then come my soul, thy God extol, And own thy Savior's care. 2 Secure from harm, Ilis mighty arm Has led me through the day; And from above, with gifts of love, lie cheered me on my way. 3 Now, as of old, Tie leads ITis fold On meads of shady green; While on His breast, in sweetest rest, The ewe and lambkin lean. 4 Care not, says He, but trust in me. And I will care for you; My faithfulness and kindnesses Are every morning new. EVENING. 37 5 O bliss divine, that Christ is mine, "Who thus attends His own! Then come, my soul, Thy God extol, And make His praises known. 47 "M"OW the light has gone away, *•' Savior, listen while I pray, Asking Thee to watch and keep, And to send me quiet sleep. 2 Jesus, Savior, wash away, All that has been wrong to-day; Help me every day to be Good and gentle, more like Thee. 3 Let my near and dear ones be Always near and dear to Thee; O bring me and all I love To Thy happy Home above. 4 Now, my evening praise I give ; Thou didst die that I might live, All my blessings come from Thee, O how good Thou art to me ! 5 Thou my best and kindest Friend, Thou wilt love me to the end! Let me love Thee more and more, Always better than before. 7s. 38 EVENING. 48 7, 7, 6, 8. "VTOW rest beneath night's shadows •*-^ Man, beast, town, woods and meadows, The world in slumber lies; But thou, my heart, awake thee, To prayer and song betake thee, Let praise to Thy Creator rise. 2 O sun, where art thou vanished? The night thy reign hath banished, The foe of day, the night. Farewell, for now appeareth Another Sun and cheereth My heart — 'tis Jesus Christ my Light ! 3 The last faint beam is going, The golden stars are glowing In yonder dark-blue deep; Such is the glory given. When called of God to Heaven, On earth no more we pine and weep. 4 To rest my body hasteth. Aside its garments easteth, Types of mortality; . These I put off, and ponder How Christ shall give me yonder A robe of glorious majesty. ;> Ye weary limbs! now rest you. For toil hath sore oppressed you, And quiet sleep ye cr.-ive; EVENING. 39 A sleep shall once o'ertake you From which no man can wake you, In your last narrow bed — the grave. Lord Jesus, who dost love me, O spread Thy wings above me, And shield me from alarm! Though Satan would devour me, Let angel-guards sing o'er me : "This child of God shall meet no harm!" My loved ones, rest securely, — From every peril surely Our God will guard your heads. May He sweet slumbers send you, And bid His hosts attend you, And golden-armed, watch o'er your beds ! 49 8, 7. EAR Thy children, gentle Jesus, While we breathe our evening prayer; Save us from all harm and danger, Take us 'neath Thy sheltering care. H 2 Save us from the wiles of Satan, 'Mid the lone and silent night Sweetly may bright guardian angels Keep us 'neath their watchful sight. 40 EVENING. 3 Gentle Jesus, look in pity From Thy great white throne above : All the night Thy care is watchful; Never closed Thine eyes of love. 4 Shades of evening fast are falling, Day is fading into gloom; When the shades of death fall round us Lead Thy ransomed children home. 50 'THE day is done ;— * O God the Son, Look down upon Thy little one. 2 O Light of Light Keep me this night, And shed round me Thy presence bright. 3 I need not fear If Thou art near; Thou art my Savior, kind and dear. 4 Thy gentle eye Is ever nigh, It watches me when none is by. 5 Thy loving ear Is ever near Thy little children's prayers to hear. 4. 4, 8. EVENING. 41 So happily And peacefully I lay me down to rest in Thee. To Father, Son And Spirit, One In heaven and earth, all praise be done. 51 L. M. T ORD Jesus Christ, with us abide, ^ For round us falls the eventide; Nor let Thy Word, that heav'nly light, For us be ever veiled in night. 2 In these last days of sore distress Grant us, dear Lord, true steadfastness, That pure we keep — till life is spent — Thy holy Word and Sacrament. 3 Lord Jesus, help, Thy Church uphold, For we are sluggish, thoughtless, cold ; Indue Thy Word with power and grace, And spread its truth in every place. 4 0 keep us in Thy Word, we pray; The guile and rage of Satan stay; Unto Thy Church grant, Lord, Thy grace, Peace, concord, patience, fearlessness. 5 O God ! how sin's dread works abound I Throughout the earth no rest is found. And wide has falsehood's spirit spread, And error boldlv rears its head. 42 EVENING. 6 Those haughty spirits, Lord, restrain, That fain would o'er Thy Christians reign, And always set forth something new, Devised to change Thy doctrine true. 7 And as the cause and glory, Lord, Are Thine, not ours, do Thou ati'ord Us help and strength and constancy; With all our heart we trust in Thee. 8 A trusty weapon is Thy Word, Thy Church's buckler, shield and sword; Lord, let us by this Word abide, That we may seek no other guide. 9 O grant that in Thy holy Word We here may live and die, dear Lord, And when our journey endeth here, Receive us into glory there. 52 7, (i, 8, 8. 'TMIE day is past and over; * All thanks, O Lord, to Thee; I pray Thee now that sinless The hours of dark may be; () .Icsus, keep me in Thy sight, And guard mo through the coining night. 2 The joys of day are over; I lift my heart to Thro, And pray Thee that offenceless EVENING. 43 The hours of gloom may be; O Jesus, make their darkness light, And guard me through the coming night. Be Thou my soul's preserver, O God, for Thou dost know How many are the perils Through which I have to go; O loving Jesus, hear my call, And guard and save me through them all. 5 3 6s, 6s, 81. "\I7ITILE the sun is shining * * Brightly in the sky, Ere the rays declining Tell that night is nigh; Ere the shadows falling, Lengthen on our way, Hark! a voice is calling, "Work while it is day." 2 Work for God in Heaven, Seek the Savior's Face, Plead to be forgiven, Strive to grow in grace; Watch against temptation, Watch, and fight, and pray, Each in his own station, "Work while it is day." 44 EVENING, 3 Work, but not in sadness, For your Lord above; He will make it gladness With His smile of love. When that Lord returning Knocketh at the gate, Let your lights be burning, Be like men who wait. 4 Happy then the meeting, When you see His Face; Welcome then the greeting From the Throne of grace- "Good and faithful servant, Of my Father blest, Now your work is ended, Enter into rest." 54 L. M. ALL praise to Thee, my God, this night, ^ *■ For all the blessings of the light; Keep me, O keep me, King of kings, Beneath Thine own almighty wings. 2 Forgive me, Lord, for Thy dear Son, The ill that I this day have done: That with the world, myself and Thee, I, ere I sleep, at peace may be. 3 Teach me to live, that T may dread The grave as little as my bed; To die, that this vile body may Kise glorious at the awful day. EVENING. 45 4 O when shall I, in endless day, Forever chase dark sleep away, And hymns divine with angels sing In endless praise to Thee, my King ? 5 Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. 55 8, 7, 7. C AVIOK, now the day is ending, ^ And the shades of ev'ning fall; Let the Holy Ghost, descending, Bring Thy mercy to us all. Set Thy seal on ev'ry heart, Jesus ! bless us ere we part. Bless the Gospel-message, spoken In Thine own appointed way; Give each longing soul a token Of Thy tender love to-day. Set Thy seal on ev'ry heart, Jesus! bless us ere we part. Comfort those in pain and sorrow, Watch each sleeping child of Thine ; Let us all arise to-morrow Strengthened by Thy grace Divine ; Set Thy seal on every heart, Jesus! bless us ere we part. 46 EVENING. Pardon Thou each deed unholy; Lord, forgive each sinful thought; Make us contrite, pure, and lowly, By Thy great example taught: Set Thy seal on every heart, Jesus ! bless us ere we part. 56 10s. C AVIOR, again to Thy dear Name we raise W With one accord our parting hymn of praise ; Once more we bless Thee ere our worship cease, Then, lowly bending, wait Thy word of peace. 2 Grant us Thy peace upon our homeward way; With Thee began, with Thee shall end the day ; Guard Thou the lips from sin, the hearts from shame, That in this house have called upon Thy Name. 3 Grant us Thy pence, Lord, through the coming night, Turn Thou for us its darkness into light; From harm and danger keep Thy ehildren free, For dark and light, arc both alike to Thee. EVENING. 47 4 Grant us Thy peace throughout our daily life, Our balm in sorrow, and our stay in strife; Then, when Thy voice shall bid our conflict cease, Call us, O Lord, to Thine eternal peace. 57 7s. COFTLY now the light of day ^ Fades upon my sight away ; Free from care, from labor free, Lord, I would commune with Thee. 2 Thou, Whose all-pervading eye Naught escapes, without, within, Pardon each infirmity, Open fault and secret sin. 3 Soon for me the light of day Shall forever pass away; Then from sin and sorrow free, Take me, Lord, to dwell with Thee. 4 Thou, Who sinless yet hast known All of man's infirmity, Then from Thine eternal throne, Jesus, look with pitying eye. 58 8, 7. 'TARRY with me, O my Savior, *■ For the day is passing by ; See the shades of evening gather, And the night is drawing nigh. 48 LORD'S DAY. 2 Deeper, deeper grow the shadows, Paler now the glowing west, Swift the night of death advances; Shall it be the night of rest? 3 Let me hear Thy voice behind me, Calming all these wild alarms; Let me, underneath my weakness, Feel the everlasting arms. 4 Feeble, trembling, fainting, dying, Lord, I cast myself on Thee; Tarry with me through the darkness; While I sleep, still watch by me. 5 Tarry with me, 0 my Savior! Lay my head upon Thy breast Till the morning; then awake me, — Morning of eternal rest. Lord'9 Day. 59 IT ALLELUIA! Lord our voices ■*- *■ Rise in choral strains to Thee. Son of man, Thy Church rejoices In her weekly jubilee! 2 ITalleluia! mercy beaming Lights the path that leads to God; Herald-lips, Divinely teeming. Publish blessings bought with blood. 8,7. LORD'S DAY. 49 3 Halleluia ! Savior hear us ; Downward send Thy quickening Dove; May His silver pinions bear us To the realms of rest and love. 60 AGAIX the morn of gladness, The morn of light is here; And earth itself looks fairer, And heav'n itself more near. The bells, like angel voices, Speak peace to every breast; And all the land lies quiet To keep the day of rest, Glory be to Jesus! Let all his children say: He rose again, He rose again, On this glad day! 2 Again. O loving Savior, The children of Thy grace Prepare themselves to seek Thee Within Thy chosen place. Our song shall rise to greet Thee If Thou our hearts wilt raise; If Thou our lips wilt open, Our mouth shall show Thy praise. — Ref. 3 The shining choir of angels That rest not day or night, The crowned and palm-decked martyrs, The saints arrayed in white, 50 LORD'S DAY. The happy lambs of Jesus In pastures fair above, — These all adore and praise Him, Whom we too praise and love. — Kef. 4 The Church on earth rejoices To join with these to-day; In every tongue and nation She calls her sons to pray; Across the northern snow-fields, Beneath the Indian palms, She makes the same pure offering, And sings the same sweet psalms. — Kef. 5 Tell out, sweet bolls, 11 is praises; Sing, children, sing His name! Still louder and still further His mighty deeds proclaim, Till all whom Ho redeemed Shall own Him Lord and King, Till every knee shall worship And every tongue shall sing. — Kef. 61 7s, Cs, 81. C\ DAY of rest and gladness! ^ O day of joy and light ! O balm of care and sadness! Most beautiful, most bright! On Thee, fehe high and lowly, Through ages joined in tune, Sing holy, lioly, holy, To God tbe groat Triune. LORD'S DAY. 51 2 On Thee, at the creation, The light first had its birth ; On Thee, for our salvation, Christ rose from depths of earth ; On Thee, our Lord, victorious, The Spirit sent from heaven; And thus on Thee, most glorious, A triple light was given. 3 To-day, on weary nations, The heavenly manna falls; To holy convocations The silver trumpet calls, Where Gospel light is glowing With pure and radiant beams, And living water flowing With soul-refreshing streams. 4 Xew graces ever gaining On this our day of rest, We reach the Rest remaining To spirits of the blest; To Holy Ghost be praises, To Father and to Son; The Church her voice upraises To Thee, blest Three in One. 62 L. M. 61. ^PHE day of rest once more comes round, A A day to all believers dear; The silver trumpets seem to sound, 52 LORD'S DAY. That call the tribes of Israel near; Ye people all, obey the call, And in Jehovah's courts appear. Obedient to Thy summons, Lord, We to Thy sanctuary come; Thy gracious presence here afford, And send Thy people joyful home; Of Thee our King, oh, may we sing, And none with such a theme be dumb. Oh, hasten, Lord, the day when those Who know Thee here shall see Thy Face; When suffering shall forever close, And they shall reach their destined place ; Then shall they rest, supremely blest, Eternal debtors to Thy grace. 63 S. M, 'THIS is the day of light : *• Let there be light to-day; O Day-spring, rise upon our night, And chase its gloom away. 2 This is the day of rest : Our failing strength renew; On weary brain and troubled breast Shed Thou Thy freshening dew. o This is the day of peace: Thy peace our spirits fill; Bid Thou the blasts of discord cease, The waves of strife be still. LORD'S DAY. 53 4 This is the day of prayer : Let earth to Heaven draw near; Lift up our hearts to seek Thee there ; Come down to meet us here. 5 This is the first of days : Send forth Thy quickening breath, And wake dead souls to love and praise, 0 Vanquisher of death. 64 L. M. 'THIS day the light, of heav'nly birth, * First streamed upon the new-born earth ; 0 Lord, this day upon us shine, And fill our souls with light divine. 2 This day the Savior left the grave, And rose, omnipotent to save: O Jesus, may we raised be From death of sin to life in Thee. 3 This day the Holy Spirit came, With fiery tongues of cloven flame; O Spirit, fill our hearts this day With grace to hear, and grace to pray. 4 O day of Light, and Life, and Grace ! From earthly toils sweet resting-place ! Thy hallowed hours, best gift of love, We give again to God above. 54 LORD'S DAY. 65 CM. "DLEST day of God, most calm, most bright, *-* The first and best of days; The laborer's rest, the saint's delight, The day of prayer and praise ! 2 My Savior's face made Thee to shine, His rising did thee raise ; This made Thee heavenly and divine Beyond the common days. 3 The first fruits oft a blessing prove To all the sheaves behind; And they that do a Sabbath love, A happy week shall find. 4 This day must I 'fore God appear, For, Lord, the day is Thine; O let mc spend it in Thy fear, Then shall the day be mine. 66 S. M. CWEET is the work, O Lord, ^ Thy glorious name to sing; To praise and pray — to hear thy word. And grateful off'rings bring. 2 Sweet — at the dawning light, Thy boiHidlesa lore to loll; And when approach the shades of night, Still on the theme bo dwell. ADVENT. 55 3 Sweet — on this day of rest, To join in heart and voice, With those who love and serve Thee best, And in Thy name rejoice. 4 To songs of praise and joy Be every Sabbath given, That such may be our blest employ Eternally in Heaven. 67 S.M. ^PlIIS is the glorious day, ■*■ That our Redeemer made; Let us rejoice, and sing, and pray, Let all the church be glad. Hosanna to the King Of David's royal blood! Bless Llim, ye saints! He comes, to bring Salvation from your God. We bless Thy Holy Word, Which all this grace displays; And offer on Thine altar, Lord! Our sacrifice of praise. 68 Hdvetit* WATCHMAN, tell us of the night, '■ What its signs of promise are. Trav'ler, o'er yon mountain's height, See that glory-beaming star ! 7s, 81. 56 ADVENT. Watchman, does its beauteous ray Aught of joy or hope foretell? Trav'ler, yes: it brings the day, Promised day of Israel. 2 Watchman, tell us of the night : Higher yet that star ascends. Traveler, blessedness and light, Peace and truth, its course portends. Watchman, will its beams alone • Gild the spot that gave them birth? Traveler, ages are its own: See! it bursts o'er all the earth! 3 Watchman tell us of the night, For the morning seems to dawn. Traveler, darkness takes its flight, Doubt and terror are withdrawn. Watchman, let thy wanderings cease; Hie thee to thy quiet home. Traveler, lo ! the Prince of Peace, Lo! the Son of God is come! 69 8, 8, 6. I" IFT up your heads, ye mighty gates! *-^ Behold the King of glory waits; The King of kings is drawing near, The Savior of the world is here; Life and salvation he doth bring, WheiPefore rejoice, and gladly sing: We praise Thee, Fftther, now, Creator, wise art Thou! ADVENT. 57 2 The Lord is just, a Helper tried, Mercy is ever at His side, His kingly crown is holiness, His scepter, pity in distress, The end of all our woe He brings; Wherefore the earth is glad and sings : We praise Thee, Savior, now, Mighty in deed art Thou! 3 O blest the land, the city blest, Where Christ the Ruler is confessed ! O happy hearts and happy homes To whom this King in triumph comes ! The cloudless Sun of joy He is, Who bringeth pure delight and bliss. O Comforter divine, What boundless grace is Thine! 4 Fling wide the portals of your heart ; Make it a temple set apart From earthly use for heaven's supply, Adorned with prayer, and love, and joy; So shall your Sovereign enter in, And new and nobler life begin; To Thee, O God, be praise, For word, and deed, and grace! 5 Redeemer, come ! I open wide My heart to Thee ; here, Lord, abide ! Let me Thy inner presence feel, Thy grace and love in me reveal; 58 ADVENT. Thy Holy Spirit guide us on, Until our glorious goal be won! Eternal praise and fame We offer to Thy name. 70 Vs. CONS of men, behold from far, **< Hail the long expected star! Jacob's star that gilds the night, Guides bewildered nature right. 2 Fear not hence that ill should flow, Wars or pestilence below; Wars it bids and tumults cease, Ushering in the Prince of Peace. 3 Mild He shines on all beneath, Piercing through the shade of death; Scattering error's wide-spread night, Kindling darkness into light. 4 Nations all, far off and near, Haste to see your God appear! Haste, for Ilim your hearts prepare, Meet Him manifested there. 5 Hero, behold the "Day-spring rise, Pouring eyesight on your eyes: God in His own light survey, Shining to the perfect day. ADVENT. 59 6 Sing, ye morning stars, again! God descends on earth to reign; Deigns for man His life to employ : Shout, ye sons of God, for joy. 71 C. M. JOY to the world, the Lord is come ! Let earth receive her King; Let ev'ry heart prepare Him room, And heav'n and nature sing. 2 Joy to the earth! the Savior reigns! Let men their songs employ; While fields and floods, rocks, hills and plains Repeat the sounding joy. 3 No more let sin and sorrow grow, Nor thorns infest the ground; He comes to make His blessings flow Far as the curse is found. 4 He rules the world with truth and grace, And makes the nations prove The glories of His righteousness, And wonders of His love. 60 ADVENT. 72 l. M. 61 C\ COME, 0 come, Emmanuel, ^ And ransom captive Israel, That mourns in lonely exile here, Until the Son of God appear. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel Shall come to Thee, Q Israel ! 2 O come, Thou Rod of Jesse, free Thine own from Satan's tyranny; From depths of hell Thy people save, And give them victory o'er the grave. — Clio. 3 O come, Thou Day-Spring, come and cheer Our spirits by Thine Advent here: And drive away the shades of night, And pierce the clouds and bring us light ! — Clio. 4 O como, Tlion Key of David come, And open wide our heavenly home : Make safe fcne way that leads on high, And close the path to misery. — Clio. 73 C. M. "LfOSANNA! Raise bhe pealing hymn **■ To David's Son and Lord; Willi cherubim and seraphim, Exalt tli' Incarnate Word. ADVENT. 61 2 Hosanna! Lord, our feeble tongue Xo lofty strains can raise; But Thou wilt not despise the young, Who meekly chant Thy praise. 3 Hosanna! Sov'reign, Prophet, Priest, How vast Thy gifts, how free! Thy Blood, our life; Thy Word, our Thy Xame, our only plea, [feast; 4 Hosanna! Once Thy gracious ear Approved a lisping throng; Be gracious still, and deign to hear Our ever grateful song. 74 QX Jordan's banks the Herald's cry ^ Announces that the Lord is nigh : Come then and hearken, for he brings Glad tidings from the King of kings. 2 Then cleansed be every breast from sin, ITake straight the way for God within, And let us all our hearts prepare For Christ to come and enter there. 3 For Thou art our Salvation, Lord, Our Refuge and our great Reward. Without Thy grace our life must fade, And wither like a flower decayed. L. M. 62 ADVENT. 4 Stretch forth Thy hand, to health restore, And make us rise to fall no more : Once more upon Thy people shine, And fill the world with love divine. 5 To Him who left the throne of Heaven To save mankind, all praise be given: Like praise be to the Father done, And Holy Spirit Three in One. 75 7, 8, 7. COME, Thou precious Ransom, come ! Only Hope for sinful mortals; Come, O Savior of the world! Open are to Thee all portals; Come in wonted suavity, Anxiously we wait for Thee. 2 O great King of glory, come! Let me be Thy living temple; Enter Thou into my heart; Though I am but poor and simple, Yet my riches then shall be, That Thou reignest, Lord, in me. 3 My hosannas and my palms Graciously receive, 1 pray Thee; Ever re, as best I can, Savior, I will homage pay Thee, And in faith I will embrace, Lord, Thy merit through Thy grace. ADVENT. 63 4 Hail! Hosanna! David's Son, Help, Lord, hear our supplication! Let Thy kingdom, scepter, crown Bring us blessing and salvation, That forever we may sing: Hail ! Hosanna to our King. 76 77 8s, 7s, 81. r^OlLE, Thou long-expected Jesus, ^ Born to set Thy people free ; From our fears and sins release us, Let us find our rest in Thee : Israel's strength and consolation, Hope of all the saints Thou art; Dear Desire of ev'ry nation; Joy of ev'ry longing heart. i Born, Thy people to deliver; Born a child, and yet a King; Born to reign in us forever, Now Thy precious kingdom bring : By Thine own eternal Spirit, Rule in all our hearts alone ; By Thine all-sufficient merit, Raise us to Thy glorious throne. C. M. UARK the glad sound! the Savior comes, ■*■-*• The Savior promised long; Let ev'ry heart prepare a throne, And ev'ry voice a song. G4 CHRISTMAS, 2 On Him the Spirit, largely poured, Exerts His sacred fire; Wisdom and might and zeal and love His holy breast inspire. 3 He comes the prisoners to release, In Satan's bondage held; The gates of brass before Him burst, The iron fetters yield. 4 He comes, from thickest films of vice To clear the mental ray, And on the eye-balls of the blind To pour celestial day. 5 He comes, the broken heart to bind, The bleeding soul to cure, And with the treasures of His grace T' enrich the humble poor. G Our glad Hosannas, Prince of Peace, Thy welcome shall proclaim, And heaven's eternal arches ring With Thy beloved name. Christmas. 78 8,8,6. A LL my heart this night rejoices, ■**■ As I hear, | Far and near, Sweetest angel voices; "Christ is born," their choirs arc singing, Till the air | Kv'rvwhcro Now with joy is ringing. CHRISTMAS. Go 2 Forth to-day the Conqu'ror goeth, Who the foe, | Sin and woe, Death and hell o'erthroweth, God is man, man to deliver, His dear Son | Now is one With our blood forever. 3 He becomes the Lamb that taketh Sin away, | And for aye Full atonement maketh. For our life His own He tenders, And our race, | By His grace, Meet for glory renders. 4 Come, then, banish all your sadness, One and all, | Great and small, Come with songs of gladness; Love Him who with love is glowing. Hail the Star | Near and far Light and joy bestowing! 5 Ye whose anguish knew no measure, Weep no more, | See the door To celestial pleasure. Cling to Him, for He will guide you Where no cross, | Pain or loss, Can again betide you. 6 Hither come, ye poor and wretched, Know His will | Is to fill Every hand outstretched; G6 CHRISTMAS. Here are riches without measure, Here forget | All regret, Fill your hearts with treasure. 7 Thee, O Lord, with heed I'll cherish, While I've breath, | Nor shall death My devotion perish; 1 shall dwell with Thee forever, Far on high, | In the joy That can alter never. 79 L. M. *IIE happy Christmas comes once more, T The heav'nly Guest is at the door, The blessed words the shepherds thrill, The joyous tidings: Peace, Good-will. 2 The lowly Savior meekly lies, Laid off in splendor <>i" the skies; No crown bedecks His forehead fair, No pearl, nor gem, nor silk is there. 3 O holy Child, Thy manger si reams Till earth and Iloav'n glow with its beams. Till midnight n n's bright, light has won. And Jacob's Star outshines the sun. 4 Thou Patriarchs' joy. Then Prophet's song. Thou heavenly Day-spring, looked for long. Thou Son of Man, Incarnate Word, Great David's Son, great David's Lord! CHRISTMAS. 67 5 Come, Jesus, glorious heavenly Guest. Keep Thine own Christmas in our breast, Then David's harp-strings, hushed so long, Shall swell our Jubilee of song. 80 LI ARK! the herald angels sing, ■*■ A "Glory to the new-born King; Peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconcil'd!" Joyful all ye nations, rise, Join the triumph of the skies ; With th' angelic host proclaim, Christ the Lord is born to-day. Hark ! the herald angels sing Glory to the new-born King. 2 Christ, by highest heaven adored, Christ, the everlasting Lord: Late in time behold him come, Offspring of a virgins womb! Veiled in flesh, the Godhead see, Hail the incarnate Deity! Plea-ed as Man with men to dwell Jesus, our Emmanuel. Hark! etc. 3 Hail, the heavenly Prince of Peace, Hail, the Sun of Righteousness! Light and life to all He brings, Ris'n with healing in His wings. 7s, 81. 68 CHRISTMAS. Mild He lays His glory by, Born that man no more may die ; Born to raise the sons of earth; Born to give them second birth. Hark! etc. 4 Come, Desire of nations, come, Fix in us Thy humble home; O, to all Thyself impart, Formed in each believing heart! Hark! the herald-angels sing, "Glory to the new-born King; Peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled!" Hark! etc. 81 6,6,8, 9,6. CILENT night! Holy night! ^ All is calm, all is bright, Round yon Virgin Mother and child! Holy infant, so tender and mild, | : Sleep in heavenly peace, :| 2 Silent night 1 Holy night! Shepherds quake ;it the sight! Glories stream from Heaven afar, Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia, |: (■hrist, the Savior, is born! :| CHRISTMAS. 69 3 Silent night ! Holy night ! Son of God, love's pure light Radiant beams from Thy holy Face, With the dawn of redeeming grace, | : Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth. :| 82 us. COME hither, ye faithful, triumphantly sing: Come see in the manger the angel's dread King ! To Bethlehem hasten, with joyful accord; O come ye, come hither, to worship the Lord! 2 True Son of the Father, He comes from the skies; To be born of a Virgin, He does not despise: To Bethlehem hasten, with joyful accord; O come ye, come hither, to worship the Lord! 3 Hark, hark to the angels, all singing in heaven, "To God in the highest all glory be given!" To Bethlehem hasten, with joyful accord; O come ye, come hither, to worship the Lord! 4 To Thee, then, O Jesus, this day of Thy birth, Be glory and honor through heaven and earth. True Godhead incarnate, omnipotent Word! O come, let us hasten to worship the Lord ! CHRISTMAS. 83 A 8, 8, 8. BABE is born in | : Bethlehem, :| Therefore rejoice, Jerusalem. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! 2 Within a manger | : lie doth lie, :| Whose throne is set above the sky. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! 3 Stillness was all the | : manger round, :| The creature its Creator found. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! 4 The wise men came, led | : by the star, :| Gold, myrrh, and incense brought, from far Hallelujah! Hallelujah! 5 His mother is the | : Virgin mild, :| And lie the Father's only Child. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! (I The serpent's wound He |:bearelh nol, :| Yet takes our blood, and shares our lot. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! 7 Our human flesh lie |: enters in, :| But bears no Single laint of sin. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! S To fallen man Him- | : Self He bowed, :| That He might lift us up to God. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! CHRISTMAS. 71 9 On this most blessed | : Jubilee, :| All glory be, O God, to Thee. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! 10 0 Holy Three, we |: Thee adore, :| This day, henceforth, for evermore. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! 84 / 7, 3. 5, 9, 8, 8. GATHER around the Christmas tree! :| Ever green Have its branches been, It is king of all the woodland scene ; Eor Christ, our King, is born to-day! His reign shall never pass away, Hosanna, Hosanna, Hosanna in the highest! 2 |: Gather around the Christmas tree! :| Once the pride Of the mountain side, Now cut down to grace our Christmas-tide: For Christ from heaven to earth came down, To gain, through death, a nobler crown. Hosanna, etc. 3 f: Gather around the Christmas tree! :| Every bough Bears a burden now, — They are gifts of love for us, we trow : For Christ is born, His love to show, And give good gifts to men below. Hosanna, etc. 72 CHRISTMAS. 4 | : Farewell to thee, 0 Christmas tree! :| Thy part is done, And thy gifts are gone, And thy lights are dying one by one: For earthly pleasures die to-day, But heavenly joys shall last alway. Ilosanna, etc. 5 | : Farewell to thee, O Christmas tree! :| Twelve months o'er, We shall meet once more, Merry welcome singing, as of yore : For Christ now reigns, our Savior dear, And gives us Christmas every year! Ilosanna, etc. 85 8, 8. THERE came a little child to earth Long ago; And the angels of God proclaimed His Birth High and low. 2 Out in the night so calm and still, Their song was heard ; For they knew that the Child on Bethlehem's inn Was Christ the Lord. 3 Far away in the goodly land Fair and bright, Children with crowns of glory stand, Robed in white. CHRISTMAS. 73 4 They sing, the Lord of Heaven so fair, A Child was born; And that they might His crown of glory share, Wore crown of thorn. 5 In mortal weakness, want and pain, He came to die, That the children of earth might in glory reign With Him on high. 6 And evermore in robes so fair And imdefiled, Those ransomed children His praise declare, Who was a Child. 86 6s, 5s, 81. SING we merry Christmas, Christmas blithe and free! Time of holy gladness, Mirth and minstrelsy. Hark! the merry church-bells Kinging joyously, Hailing with sweet music Christ's Nativity. 2 Haste we to the Temple, Wreathe our garlands green; Deck each arch and column For the festive scene. 74 CHRISTMAS. 87 Glory in the highest! Hark the angels sing; Glory in the highest To our infant King! 3 Pastor, choir, and people Join in concert all; Sing your loudest praises At our Festival. Joy for us poor exiles Comes this happy morn; Jesus our Emmanuel, Christ, the Lord, is born! 8, 8, 8, 7. COME, and Christ the Lord be praising, Heart and mind to Him be raising, Celebrate His love amazing, Worthy folk of Christendom. 2 Sin, death, hell, may all be grieving, Satan sname fool to him oloaving; We salvation free receiving, Cast our every care away. 3 See what God for us provideth, Life that in 1 1 is Son abideth, And our weary steps ho guideth From earth's woe to lieavnl.v .joy. CHRISTMAS. 75 4 His soul deeply for us feeleth, He His love to us revealeth, He who in the Heavens dwelleth Came to save us from our foe. 5 Jacob's star His advent maketh, Soothes the longing- heart that aeheth, And the serpent's head he breaketh, Scattering the powers of hell. 6 Op'd hath He and freedom gained us From the prison that contained us, Where much grief and sorrow pained us, And our hearts were bowed with woe. 7 O bless'd hour when we received From the foe who us deceived Liberty, when we believed, And Thee, gracious Spirit, praised. 8 Beauteous Infant in the manger, O befriend us! beyond danger Bring us where is turned God's anger, Where with angel hosts we'll praise. 88 L. M. FBOM heav'n above to earth I come To bear good news to ev'ry home ; Glad tidings of great joy I bring, Whereof I now will say and sing. 7fi CHRISTMAS. 2 To you this night is born a child Of Mary, chosen virgin mild ; This little child, of lowly birth. Shall be the joy of all the earth. 3 This is the Christ, our God and Lord, Who in all need shall aid afford; He will Himself your Savior be, From all your sins to make you free. 4 Tie brings those blessings, long ago Prepared by God for all below, That in His heavenly Kingdom blest- You may with us forever rest. 5 These are the tokens ye shall mark; The swaddling-clothes and manger dark; There shall ye find the young child laid, By whom the heavens and earth were made. G Now let us all with gladsome cheer, Follow flic shepherd's, and draw near, To sec the wondrous gift of God, Who hath His own dear Son bestowed. 7 (live heed, my heart, lift up thine eyes! Wlial is it in yen manger lies? Who is I his child, so yonng and fair? Deai- little Jesus licth there. CHRISTMAS. 8 Welcome to earth, Thou noble Guest, Through whom the sinful world is blest! Thou com'st to share my misery, What thanks shall I return to Thee? 9 Ah, Lord, who hast created all, How hast Thou made Thee weak and small, That Thou must choose Thy infant bed, Where humble cattle lately fed. 10 And were the world ten times as wide, With gold and jewels beautified, It would be far too small to be A narrow cradle, Lord, for Thee. 11 For velvets soft and silken stuff Thou hast but hay and straw so rough, Whereon Thou King, so rich and great, As 'twere Thy heaven, art throned in state. 12 And thus, dear Lord, it pleased Thee, To make this truth quite plain to me, That this world's honor, wealth, and might Are naught and worthless in Thy sight. 13 Ah! dearest Jesus, holy Child, Make Thee a bed, soft, undefiled, Within my heart, that it may be A quiet chamber kept for Thee. 78 CHRISTMAS. 14 My heart for very joy doth leap, My lips no more can silence keep; I, too, must sing with joyful tongue That sweetest ancient cradle-song. 15 Glory to God in highest Heaven, Who unto man His Son hath given! While angels sing with pious mirth, A glad New Year to all the earth. 89 7,6. f ET us all with gladsome voice *-* Praise the God of heaven, Who to bid our hearts rejoice His own Son hath given. 2 To this vale of tears He comes, Here to serve in sadness, That with Him in Heaven's fair homes We may reign in gladness. 3 We are rich, for He was poor; Is not this a wonder! Therefore praise God evermore, Here on earth and yonder! 4 O Lord Christ, our Savior dear, Be Thou ever aea? us. Grant us now a glad New Year} Amen, Jesus, hear us! CHRISTMAS. 79 90 7,6, 7,6, 6, 7, 7, 6. A RISE, sons of the kingdom! **■ The King is drawing nigh ; Arise, and hail with gladness The Ruler from on high. Ye Christians, hasten forth! Your praise and homage bring Him, And glad hosannas sing Him; Naught else your love is worth. 2 Arise, ye drooping mourners! The King is very near; Away with grief and sorrow, For lo! your Help is here. Behold, in many a place — We find Him, our Salvation, O blessed consolation! — In His pure means of grace. 3 Arise, ye much afflicted! The King is now not far; Rejoice, ye long dejected! Here comes the Morning Star. The Lord will give you joy; Though troubles now distress you, With comfort lie "will bless you, E'en death He will destroy. 4 Now hear, ye bold transgressors, The King does well give heed To all that ye are doing, And to the life ye lead, SO CHRISTMAS. Enthralled by sin and hell; Nothing in all Creation Escapes His observation, He marketh all things well. 5 Be righteous, ye His subjects, The King is just and true; Prepare for Him a highway, Make all things straight and new. He means all for our good ; Then let us bear the crosses Which He Himself imposes, In an undaunted mood. G Though war and conflagration Take all our goods away: The Lord is our salvation And heritage for aye. E'en though our loved ones die, Yet are they not forsaken, But from this world are taken To live with God on high. 7 Arise, ye poor and needy! The King provides for you; Mr cnnies with succor speedy, With mercy ever new. He who a beast did lucd Lets not His children perish; All hopes that man may cherish He can fulfill indeed. CHRISTMAS. 81 8 He nevermore forsaketh A child that feels the rod, Who Him his refuge maketh, And puts his trust in God. He is our sovereign King; E'en death itself shall never Those from their blaster sever "Who to His mercy cling. 9 Arise, ye faint and fearful! The King now comes with might, His heart hath long since loved us, He makes our darkness light. Now are our sorrows o'er; No wrath shall e'er befall us, Since God in grace doth call us His children evermore. 10 Haste then, with eager footsteps, To see your Sovereign there ! He rides as King of Zion, Strong, glorious, meek and fair. Draw near the Lord and give To Him your salutation, Who bringeth great salvation, And bids the sinner live. 11 The King in grace remembers His loved ones here below With gifts of royal treasures, Yea, doth Himself bestow 82 CHRISTMAS. Through His blest Word and grace. O King, arrayed in splendor, To Thee all praise we'll render Here and there face to face. 12 O rich the gifts Thou bring'st us, Thyself made poor and weak; O Love beyond expression That thus can sinners seek! For this, O Lord, will we Our joyous tribute bring Thee, And glad Hosannas sing Thee, And ever grateful be. 91 C. M. 81. TIILE shepherds watch'd their flocks by W night, All seated on the ground, The angel of the Lord came down, And glory shone around. "Pear not," said he, for mighty dread Ilnd seized iheir troubled miud; "Glad tidings of great joy I bring To you and all mankind." |: (Had tidings of great joy, :| Glad tidings, glad tidings of great joy! 2 "To you in David's town, this day Is born of David's line, The Savior, who is Christ, the Lord: And this shall be the sign: CHRISTMAS. 83 The heav'nly babe you there shall find To human view displayed, All meanly wrapped in swathing bands, And in a manger laid. — Ref . 3 Thus spake the seraph; and forthwith Appeared a shining throng Of angels praising God, who thus Addressed their joyful song: "All glory be to God on high, And to the earth be peace; Good will henceforth from Heav'n to men Begin and never cease." — Ref. Tidings of great joy! Christ is born to-day! 92 lis, 51. COME hither, ve children, O come one and all To Bethlehem haste, To the manger so small, God's son for a gift has been sent you this night To be your redeemer, your joy and delight. 2 Tie's born in a stable for you and for me, Draw near by the bright gleaming starlight to see, In swaddling clothes lying, so meek and so mild, And purer than angels — the heavenly child. 84 CHRISTMAS. 3 See Mary and Joseph with love-beaming eyes Are gazing upon the rude bed where He lies, The shepherds are kneeling, with hearts full of love, While angels sing loud hallelujahs above. 4 Kneel down and adore Him with shepherds to-day, Lift up little hands now and praise Him as they ; Rejoice that a Savior from sin you can boast, And join in the song of the heavenly host. 5 O Jesus, my Savior, what must not be done, What must not be suffered for sin to atone! From infancy sorrow and pain thou must know Till Thou on the cross tasteth death's bitter woe. G Hear Christ-child, what gifts can we children bestow, P>y which our affection and gladness to show ? No riches and treasures of value can be, But hearts that believe are accepted with Thee. 7 Our hearts then, to Thee we will offer to-day, We offer them gladly, accept them, we pray, And make them so spotless and pure that we may, Abide in Thy presence in Heaven for aye. CHRISTMAS. 85 93 7s. f ET the earth now praise the Lord, *-* Who hath truly kept his word, And the sinners' Help and Friend Now at last to us doth send. 2 What the fathers most desired, What the prophets' heart inspired, What they longed for many a year, Stands fulfilled in glory here. 3 Abram's promised great Reward, Zion's Helper, Jacob's Lord, Him of twofold race behold, Truly came, as long foretold. 4 Welcome, 0 my Savior, now! Hail! my Portion, Lord, art thou! Here, too, in my heart, I pray, 0 prepare Thyself a way. 5 King of glory, enter in ! Cleanse it from the filth of sin, As Thou hast so often done; It belongs to Thee alone. 6 As Thy coming was in peace, Xoiseless, full of gentleness, 86 CHRISTMAS. Let the same mind dwell in me That was ever found in Thee. 7 Comfort my desponding heart; Thou my Strength and Refuge art. T am weak, and cunningly; Satan lays his snares for me. 8 Bruise for me the Serpent's head, That, set free from doubt and dread, I may cleave to Thee in faith, Safely kept through life and death: 9 And when Thou dost come again As a glorious King to reign, I with joy may see Thy face, Truly ransomed by Thy grace. 94 TTAItTv, the sounds melodious stealing *-*■ Thro' the quiet midnight air! Sweet, seraphic music pealing Over all the landscape fair. Angel hosts, of brightest glory, Mover o'er a lowly bed — Tied of Him foretold in story, Son of man, Creation's head. | : Singing, Glory to ( tod, Glory lo God, ( Hory to God in the highest! :| CHRISTMAS. 87 Wise men traveled till they found Him, Found a King' in Bethlehem! King, with sheep and cattle 'round Him? King, without a diadem? Yes! the Prince of Peace Eternal, King of Kings, of Lords the Lord! Llark! the swelling choirs supernal As they join with one accord: — Cho. Let us lift our hearts and voices Prince IinmanueFs praise to sing; While the heav'nly host rejoices, Let us, too, our tribute bring. Heav'nward, now, His star is pointing, Where He sits at God's right hand, Unto each His crown appointing, Who before His throne shall stand. — Cho. 95 7,7,7,7,6. T ITTLE children, can you tell, *-^ Do you know the story well, Ev'ry girl and ev'ry boy, Why the angels sing for joy On the Christmas morning. 2 Yes, we know the story well; Listen now, and hear us tell Every girl and every boy, Why the angels sing for joy On the Christmas morning. 88 CHRISTMAS. 3 Shepherds sat upon the ground, Fleecy flocks were scattered round, When a brightness filled the sky, And a song was heard on high - On the Christmas morning. 4 "Joy and peace!" the angels sang; Far the pleasant echoes rang, "Peace on earth, to men good-will;7' Hark! the angels sing it still On the Christmas morning. 5 For a little Babe that day Cradled in a manger lay, Born on earth our Lord to be; This the wondering angels see On the Christinas morning. (5 Joy our little hearts shall fill, Peace and love, and all good-will; This fair Babe of Bethlehem Children loves, and blesses them On the Christmas morning. 96 CM. 81. lALM on the list'ning car of night Come Ileav'n's melodious strains, Where wild Judea stretches far 1 1 is silver-man! led plains; c CHRISTMAS. 89 Celestial choirs, from courts above, Shed sacred glories there; And angels, with their sparkling lyres, Make music on the air. 2 The answering hills of Palestine Send back the glad reply, And greet from all their holy heights The Day-spring from on high: O'er the blue depths of Galilee There comes a holier calm; And Sharon waves in solemn praise Her silent groves of palm. 3 Glory to God! the lofty strain The realm of ether fills ; How sweeps the song of solemn joy O'er Judah's sacred hills! "Glory to God!" the sounding skies Loud with their anthems ring: "Peace on the earth; good-will to men, From Heav'n's eternal King." 97 6,4. OI^G ye the songs of praise; ^ Christmas is come! High your glad voices raise; Christmas is come! Cast worldly cares away, Worship and homage pay, Welcome the blessed day, Christmas is come! !)0 CHRISTMAS. 2 This day in Bethlehem Jesus was born! King of Jerusalem Jesus was born! Sun of all righteousness, Shining with blessedness, Healing our wretchedness, Jesus was born! 3 Cleanse us from all our sin, Savior Divine! Make our thoughts pure within, Savior Divine! Let not Thy love depart, But holy gifts impart, Born into every heart, Great Prince of Peace! 98 PURIST is born of maiden fair; ^ I [ark ! the heralds in the air! Thus adoring hear them there, "In exeelsis gloria!" 2 Shepherds saw those angels bright Caroling in glorious light; "God, His Son, is born to-night In exeelsis gloria!'' CHRISTMAS. 91 3 Christ is come to save mankind, As in holy page we find, Therefore sing with rev'rent mind, "In exeelflis gloria !" 99 8, 7. UARK! what sounds are sweetly stealing, 1 -*■ Soft through Bethlehem's midnight air ? Louder yet, and louder pealing, Angel accents sure are there. 2 See! a light from Heaven is streaming, Xight and darkness quit the plain; See ! an angel brightly beaming, Followed by a radiant train. o Tear not, shepherds! glad my story, Tidings of the greatest joy: Christ is born, the Lord of Glory! I proclaim a Savior nigh." 4 Thus the angel, then ascending, Seeks again the realms of light; Xow the chorus faintly ending, All is silence, all is night. 100 T)ESIDE a manger lowly, *-* A mother pale and mild, "With eyes serene and holy, Is watching o'er her child, 7s, 6s, 81, 92 CHRISTMAS. I, too, would gaze and wonder, Bowed down in homage low, For sight more full of wonder, This earth did never show. 2 Across the mists of ages, That Infant's form divine, Unchanging still, engages The heart before His shrine. For though in God's Anointed The world no charm espies, Faith reads the signs appointed. " 'Tis Christ, my Lord," she cries. 3 Behold the "Branch" of David, The "Shiloh," famed of old, The Son of Virgin Mother, By prophet's lips foretold, Behold the seed of woman, Repairer of the Fall, The Child Divine, yet human, Emmanuel, Lord of all! 4 Oh, tender plant, upspringing, Amid the desert dry ! Oh, dawn of promise, flinging, The rays o'er earth and sky! Oh, glad and gushing river. From love's own fountain poured, Spring up— flow on forever, 'Till all men know the Lord! CHRISTMAS. 93 101 C. M. D RAISE God the Lord, ye sons of clay, * Before His Highest throne, Who opens heav'n again this day, And gives us His own Son. 2 He leaves His heavenly Father's throne, Is born an infant small, And in a manger poor and lone Lies in an humble stall. 3 He lays aside His power divine, A servant's form doth take, In want and lowness He doth pine Who heaven and earth did make. 4 He nestles at His mother's breast, Her milk His food must be, Whom saints and angels call the Blest, For David's Root is He. 5 'Tis He who in these latter days From Judah's tribe should come, By whom the Lord again would raise His Church, His Christendom. 6 A wondrous change which He doth make ! He takes our flesh and blood, And lays aside for sinners' sake, His majesty of God. 94 CHRISTMAS. 7 He serves, that I a lord may be; A great exchange, indeed! Could Jesus' love do more for me, To help me in my need. 8 He opens us again the door Of Paradise to-day; The cherub guards the gate no more, To Cod our thanks we pay. 102 10, 11, 11, 11, 12, 11. CHOUT! the glad tidings, exultingly sing! ^ Jerusalem triumphs, Messiah is King! Shout! the glad tidings, exultingly sing, Jerusalem triumphs, Messiah is King ! Zion the marvelous story be telling, The Son of the Highest, how lowly His birth, The brightest arch-angel in glory excelling, He stoops to redeem thee, He reigns upon earth. Shout! the glad tidings, exultingly sing, Jerusalem triumphs, Messiah is King! 2 Tell how He cometh from nation to nation, The heart-cheering news let the earth echo round ; How I'vrc l<> the faithful lie offers salvation, His people with joy everlasting are crowned. — Cho. CHRISTMAS. 95 3 Mortals, your homage be gratefully bringing; And sweet let the gladsome hosannas arise; Ye angels the full alleluia be singing ; One chorus resound through the earth and the skies. — Cho. lis, 10s, 61. 103 LI ARK! hark, my soul! Angelic songs are *- * swelling O'er earth's green fields, and ocean's wave- beat shore; How sweet the truth those blessed strains are telling Of that new life when sin shall be no more. Angels of Jesus, Angels of light, Singing to welcome the pilgrims of the night ! 2 Onward we go, for still we hear them singing; "Come, weary souls, for Jesus bids you come ;" And through the dark, its echoes sweetly ringing, The music of the gospel leads us home. — Ref . 3 Far, far away, like bells at evening pealing, The voice of Jesus sounds o'er land and sea, And laden souls by thousands meekly stealing, Kind Shepherd, turn their weary steps to Thee.— Ref. — CHRISTMAS. 07 4 "Christ is born, the great Anointed; Heaven and earth, His praises sing! O receive whom God appointed For your Prophet, Priest, and King. 5 "Hasten, mortals, to adore Him; Learn His Name, and taste His joy; Till in Heaven ye sing before Him, Glory be to God on high!" 6 Let us learn the wondrous story Of our great Redeemer's birth; Spread the brightness of His glory, Till it cover all the earth. 105 THE darkness has fallen, all nature is stilled ; Lone shepherds are watching on Bethlehem's field; Bright stars gleaming o'er them, in number untold, Their hands, supplicating, they rev'rently fold: "O God of our fathers incline now Thine ear, Look graciously down on Thy servants, and hear; O send us the Savior, Wake, Arm of the Lord, Deliver Thy people, Fulfill now Thy Word. 98 CHRISTMAS. 2 The Woman's Seed crushing the serpent's bold crest ; And Abraham's Seed, in Whom nation's are blest ; The Prince out of Judah, the Mighty, the Strong, Whom Zion receiveth with triumph and song; And Jacob's Star, ruling in limitless sway, Whose foes fall before Him, all shattered like clay; O send us the Savior, etc. 3 The Son Thou wilt stablish on great David's throne, As Priest, and as Prophet, and King all in one; The Rod out of Jesse, the Stem from His root, Might, counsel and wisdom His heavenly fruit ; The Wonderful Child that Isaiah portrays; The Prince of Peace, Whom years unending shall praise; O send us the Savior, etc. 106 C. M. 81. TT came upon the midnight clear, * That glorious song of old, From angels bonding ne;ir the earth To touch their harps of gold; CHRISTMAS. 99 Peace on the earth, good-will to men, From heav'n's all gracious King; The world in solemn stillness lay To hear the angels sing. Still through the cloven skies they come, With peaceful wings unfurl'd; And still their heavenly music floats O'er all the weary world: Above its sad and lowly plains They bend on hovering wing, And ever o'er its Babel sounds The blessed angels sing. O ye beneath life's crushing load, Whose forms are bending low, Who toil along the climbing way With painful steps and slow ! Look now, for glad and golden hours Come swiftly on the wing: O rest beside the weary road, And hear the angels sing. For lo! the days are hastening on, By prophets seen of old, When with the ever-circling years Shall come the time foretold. When the new heav'n and earth shall own The Prince of Peace their King, And the whole world send back the song Which now the angels sing. 100 CHRISTMAS. 107 7, G. A GREAT and mighty wonder * * Our Christmas Festal brings : On earth, a lowly Infant, Behold the King of kings! 2 The Word is made incarnate, Descending from on high; And cherubim sing anthems To shepherds, from the sky. 3 And we with them triumphant, Repeat the hymn again: "To God on high be glory, And peace on earth to men!" 4 While thus they sing your Monarch, Those bright angelic bands, Rejoice, ye vales and mountains! Ye oceans, clap your hands ! 5 Since all ITe comes to ransom, By all be I le adored, The Infant born in lVthlehein, The Savior and the Lord! 0 And idol forms shall perish, And error sh:ill decay. And Christ shall wield II is scepter. Our Lord and Cod for aye. CHRISTMAS. 101 108 C. M. 81. ''THE new-born King, who comes to-day, -*- Brings tidings of great joy, Which sin can never take away, Xor death, nor hell destroy; Rejoice, ye Gentile lands, rejoice, And hail this glorious dawn; For God comes down frail man to crown, The Lord of Life is born! 2 He comes not as a King of earth, In pomp and pride to reign; He seeks a poor and humble birth, But free from sinful stain; Rejoice, ye Gentile lands, rejoice, Glad hymns of triumph sing, The Wonderful, the Counsellor, He comes, your God and King! 3 For us He leaves His Father's throne, His sapphire throne on high, And comes to dwell on earth alone, For fallen man to die. Rejoice, ye Gentile lands, rejoice, And hail Messiah's dawn; Onr God comes down, earth's joy and crown, The King of Love is born. 4 Glad Gentiles in their eastern home His radiant star behold; To God, their King, they joy to bring Sweet incense, myrrh, and gold. 102 CHRISTMAS. Rejoice, ye Gentile lands, rejoice, In Heaven your praises sing ; Before Him fall, the Lord of all, Your Maker and your King! We join your song, celestial throng, Whose anthems never cease; We tune our lyres, with angel choirs, To hail the Prince of Peace! Rejoice, ye Gentile lands, rejoice, And hail Immanuel's morn; For God comes down frail man to crown, To us a Child is born. 109 5, 5, 8, 8, 5. SLEEP, my Savior, sleep, On Thy bed of hay, Angels in the spangled Heaven Sing their gladsome Christmas carols Till the dawn of day. Sleep, my Savior, sleep, On Thy bed of hay, Ere the mourning Angel cometh To the moonlit garden, Wiping tears away. Sleep, my Savior, sleep, Sweet on Mary's breast, Now the Shepherds kneel adoring, Now the Mother's heart is joyous, Take a happy rest. CHRISTMAS. 103 Sleep, my Savior, sleep, Sweet on Mary's breast, Crucified, with wounds and bruises Bleeding, purple, stained, disfigured One day Thou wilt rest. 110 8s, 7s, 81. VFOW we bring our Christmas treasures ■*• ' Loving thoughts and deeds we bring, Childlike hearts we gladly offer To the Child, the Children's King. To the Child, who, in the manger, Lay upon that Christmas morn, When the angels came to tell us That the children's King was born. 2 And lie lives, throughout the ages, — Lives and reigns in earth and sky; Angel hosts still sing the glory Of the children's King on high. Yet He cares for children's praises: So, with heart and voice we ring; Glory in the highest, glory To the Child, the children's King ! Ill 6s, 5s, 81. PHRISTIAXS, carol sweetly, ^ Up to-day and sing! 'Tis the happy birthday Of our Holy King: 104 CHRISTMAS. Haste we then to greet Him, Humbly falling down, While our hands entwine Him, Dearest Babe, a crown. Crowds of snow-white angels Throng the golden stair; All things are delightful, All things passing fair; Bells, clear music making, Peal the news to earth; Chimes within make answer, All is glee and mirth. Michael, at the manger, Bows his royal face; Gabriel, with lily, Hides transcendent Grace: For, dear friends, the glory Of that lowly bed Overpowers the beauty On archangels shed. Shall I tell of Joseph, Who witli rapt surprise, Sees the light from ( rodhead Fill those infant eyes? Shall I sing of Mary, Who, upon her breast, Cradles her Creator, Soothes Him to His rest? CHRISTMAS. 105 5 Angels, Mary, Joseph, Yes, I greet you all! Falling down in worship At the manger stall! For you hail our Monarch, Born a Child to-day; So, with you I worship, And my homage pay. 112 8, 7, 8, 5. OARK! the Christmas bells are ringing — ■*■-*■ Christ is born in Bethlehem; Angel hosts above are singing "Peace, good will to men!" Children raise your songs of gladness! Sing aloud the glorious strain! Banish ev'ry thought of sadness! Christmas comes again! Chime again, sweet bells of Christmas! Tell the news through all the land! "Peace on earth, good will to men!" Loud proclaims the angel band. Chime! Chime! Chime, sweet bells. 2 Praise Plim for the love He gave us! Tune your hearts to laud His name! Down to earth He came to save us — ■ Sinners to reclaim — 106 CHRISTMAS. Shout aloud the tidings glorious Of the blest Messiah's birth; Over all He reigns victorious — Christ has eorne to earth! — Cho. 113 6, 5. AS each happy Christmas **■ Dawns on earth again. Comes the holy Christ-child To the hearts of men. 2 Enters with ITis blessing Into every home, Guides and guards our footsteps, As we go and come. 3 All unknown, beside me He will ever stand, And will safely lead me With His own right hand. 114 8s, 7s, 121. ARK! a burst of heav'nly music H From a band of seraphs bright, Suddenly to earth descending In the calm and silent night ; Sweet and clear those angel voices, Echoing through the starry sky, As they chant the hrav'nly chorus, "Glory be to God on high!" CHRISTMAS. 107 To the shepherds of Judea, Watching in the earliest dawn, Lo ! they hear the joyful tidings, "Jesus, Prince of peace, is born!" Slumbering in a lowly manger, Lies the mighty Lord of all; And before the holy Stranger See the trembling shepherds fall, lie has come, the long-expected, Full of wisdom, love, and grace, To redeem His ruined creatures, To restore our fallen race. So let angels wake the chorus! So let ransomed men reply! Chanting the celestial anthem, "Glory be to God on high!" And this joyful Christmas morning, Breaking o'er the world below, Tells again the wondrous story Shepherds heard so long ago. Who shall still our tuneful voices, Who the tide of praise shall stem, Which the blessed angels taught us, In the fields of Bethlehem? Hark! we hear again the chorus, Ringing through the starry sky, And we join the heavenly anthem, "Glory be to God on hkrh!" 108 CHRISTMAS. 115 7s, 6s, 81. T LOVE to hear the story, *■ Which angel voices tell, How once the King of glory Came down on earth to dwell; I am both weak and sinful, But this I surely know, The Lord came down to save me, Because He loved me so. I'm glad my blessed Savior Was once a child like me, To show how pure and holy His little ones might be; And if I try to follow His footsteps here below, I !r never will forgot me, Because lie loves mc so. 3 To sing His lore and mercy My sweetest songs I'll raise; And though I cannot sec I I iin, I know lie hears my praise; For Jle hits kindly promised That even I may go To sing among His angels, Because He lovefl me so. CHRISTMAS. 109 116 IJAIL to the Lord's Anointed, ■■"■• Great David's greater Son! Hail, in the time appointed, His reign on earth begun ! He comes to break oppression, To set the captive free, To take away transgression, And rule in equity. 2 He comes with succor speedy To those who suffer wrong; To help the poor and needy, And bid the weak be strong; To give them songs for sighing; Their darkness turn to light, Whose souls, condemned and dying, Were precious in His sight. 3 He shall come down like showers Upon the fruitful earth; And love, joy, hope like flowers, Spring in His path to birth. Before Him, on the mountains Shall peace, the herald, go; And righteousness, in fountains, From hill to valley flow. 4 For Him shall prayer unceasing And daily vows ascend; His kingdom still increasing, A kingdom without end. 7s, 6s, 81. 110 CHRISTMAS. The tide of time shall never His covenant remove; His name shall stand forever; That name to us is Love. 117 7s, 6s, 81. 0 LITTLE town of Bethlehem! How still we see thee lie; Above thy deep and dreamless sleep The silent stars go by ; Yet in thy darkness shineth The everlasting Light; The hopes and fears of all the years Are met in thee to-night. For Christ is born of Mary, And gathered all above, While mortals sleep, the angels keep Their watch of wondering love. O morning stars, together Proclaim the holy birth! And praises sing to God our King, And peace to men on earth. 3 How silently, how silently, The wondrous gift is given! So God imparts to human hearts The blessings of His heaven. CHRISTMAS. Ill No ear may hear His coming, But in this world of sin, Where meek souls will receive Him still, The dear Christ enters in. 4 0 holy Child of Bethlehem! Descend to us, we pray; Cast out our sin, and enter in, Be born in us to-day, We hear the Christmas angels, The great glad tidings tell: 0 come to us, abide with us. Our Lord Emmanuel! 118 8, 7, 4, 7. A NGELS, from the realms of glory, i\ \Ying your flight o'er all the earth; Ye who sang creation's story, Now proclaim Messiah's birth ; Come and worship — Worship Christ, the new-born King. 2 Shepherds, in the fields abiding, Watching o'er your flocks by night ; God with man is now residing, Yonder shines the heavmly Light: Come and worship — Worship Christ, the new-born King. 112 CHRISTMAS, 3 Sages, leave your contemplations; Brighter visions beam afar; Seek the great Desire of nations, Ye have seen His natal star: Come and worship — Worship Christ, the new-born King. 4 Saints, before the altar bending, Watching long in hope and fear, Suddenly the Lord descending. In His temple shall appear: Come and worship — Worship Christ, the new-born King. 119 6s, 5s, SI. STAES all bright are beaming From the skies above, Nature's face all gloaming, Shines with Heav'n's own love. Wake and sing, good Christians, On this birthday morn, llcav'n and earth are telling God for man is born. 2 Here for us abiding, Cradled in a stall, All His glory hiding. See the Lord of all! — Cho. NEW YEAR. 113 3 Born that He might lead us, From this desert home — Guide our way, and feed us, Till the end shall come. — Cho. 4 Thousand thousand blessings Sing we for His love, Choral hymns addressing To our Lord above. — Cho. 5 Glory in the highest, For this wondrous birth; Choir of heaven ! thou criest : "Peace to all on earth !"— Cho. i :• 120 69,5s, 121. CTAKDING at the portal of the op'ning ^ year, Words of comfort meet us, hushing ev'ry fear ; Spoken through the silence by our Father's voice, Tender, strong and faithful, making us rejoice, Onward, then, and fear not, children of the day! For His Word shall never, never pass away! 114 NEW YEAR. 2 I, the Lord, am with thee, be not thou afraid, I will help and strengthen, be thou not dismayed ! Yea, I will uphold thee with my own right hand, Thou art called and chosen in my sight to stand. Onward then, etc. 3 Tie will never fail us, He will not forsake; His eternal covenant, He will never break, Resting on His promise, what have we to fear? God is all-sufficient for the coming year ! Onward, then, etc. 121 7s. * N"^^ ^et 11S come De^ore Him, ^ ' With songs and prayers adore II iin, Who to our life from heaven All needed strength hath given. 2 The stream of years is flowing, And we are onward going. From old to new surviving, And by His mercy thriving. ?> In woo we off on languish, And pass through limes of anguish, Of wars and i repidation, Alarming every nation. NEW YEAR. 115 4 In vain is all our doing; The labor we're pursuing In our hands prospers never, Unless God watches ever. 5 0 God of mercy ! hear us, Our Father ! be Thou near us ; 'Mid crosses and in sadness Be Thou our Fount of gladness. 6 With richest blessings crown us, In all our ways, Lord ! own us ; Give grace, who grace bestowest To all, e'en to the lowest. 7 0 Lord! assistance lend us, Thy holy Spirit send us, That lie may make us glorious, And lead to Thee victorious. 8 All this Thy hand bestoweth, Thou Life, whence our life floweth; To me and all believers Grant, Lord, these New Year's favors. 122 6, i 6. VTOW a new year opens, ■*■ * Now we newly turn To the holy Savior, Lessons fresh to learn. | 11G NEW YEAR. 2 This the holy lesson On the year's first day, Jesus by obedience Teaches to obey. 3 Of Thy cross thus early Tokens Thou dost give; By Thy wounds Thou healest, By Thy death we live. 4 Not to suffer only, Jesus, didst Thou como, But to leave us way-marks Pointing to our Home. 5 In Thy blessed footsteps Ever may we tread, Safe when keeping near Thee, By Thy Spirit led. 123 7, (!. A NOTIIER year is dawning! rj* Dear Master, let it be In working or in wailing, Another year with Thee. 2 Another year of mercies, Of faith fulness and grace, Another year of gladness In the shining of Thy face. NEW YEAR. 11' 3 Another year of progress, Another year of praise; Another year of proving Thy presence "all the days." 4 Another year of service, Of witness for Thy love; Another year of training For holier work above. 5 Another year is dawning! Dear Master, let it be On earth, or else in Heaven, Another year for Thee! 124 pOR Thy mercy and Thy grace, -*■ Constant through another year, Hear our song of thankf ulness ; Jesus, our Redeemer, hear ! 2 In our weakness and distress, Rock of strength, be Thou our stay; In the pathless wilderness, Be our true and living Way. 3 Who of us death's awful road In the coming year shall tread, With Thy rod and staff, O God, Comfort Thou his dying head. 7s. 118 NEW YEAR. 4 Make us faithful, make us pure, Keep us evermore Thine own; Help, O help us to endure, Fit us for Thy promised crown. 5 So within Thy palace gate 'We shall praise, on golden strings, Thee, the only Potentate, Lord of lords, and King of kings. 125 L. M. A HYMN of glory let us sing; * * New hymns throughout the world shall ring ; By a new way none ever trod, Christ mounteth to the throne of God. 2 May our afreet ions (hither tend, And thither constantly ascend, Where, sealed on (lie Father's (hrone, Thee reigning in the heavens we own! 3 Be Thou our present Joy, O Lord, Who wilt be ever em- Reward: And as the countless ages flee, May all our glory be in TheeJ EPIPHANY. lift 126 6ptpbany. 7s, 6s, 81. n JESUS, King of glory! ^ Both David's Lord and Son! Thy realm endures forever, In heav'n is fixed Thy throne; Help, that in earth's dominions, Throughout from pole to pole, Thy realm may spread salvation To each benighted soul. The eastern sages, bringing Their tribute-gifts to Thee, Bear witness to Thy kingdom, And humbly bow the knee; To Thee the star is pointing, To Thee th' inspired Word; Hence joyously we hail Thee: Our Savior and our Lord! Thou art a mighty Monarch, As by the Word we're told, Yet carest Thou but little For earthly goods or gold; On no proud steed Thou ridest, Thou wear'st no jeweled crown, Xor dwell'st in lordly castle, But bearest scoff and frown. 120 EPIPHANV. 4 Yet art Thou decked with beauty, With rays of glorious light; Thou ever teem'st with goodness, And all Thy ways are right. Vouchsafe to shield Thy people With Thine nlmighty arm, That they may dwell in safely From those who mean them harm. 5 Ah, look on me with pity, Though I am weak and poor, Admit me to Thy kingdom, To dwell there, blest and sure. I pray Thee, keep and guide me Safe from my bitter foes, From sin and death, and Satan; Free me from all my woes. 6 And bid Thy Word within me Shine as the fairest star; Keep sin and all false doctrine Forever from me far; Help me confess Thee truly, And with Thy Christendom Here own Thee King and Savior And in the world to come. 127 AS with gladness men of old ■* *■ Did tfae guiding star heboid; As with joy they bail'd its light] 7s, 61. EPIPHANY. 121 Leading onward, beaming bright; So, most gracious Lord, may we Evermore be led to Thee. 2 As with joyful steps they sped To that lonely manger-bed, There to bend the knee before Him whom heaven and earth adore ; So may we with willing feet Ever seek Thy mercy-seat. 3 As they offered gifts most rare At that manger rude and bare ; So may we, with holy joy, Pure., and free from sin's alloy, All our costliest treasures bring, Christ, to Thee, our heavenly King. 4 Holy Jesus! every day Keep us in the narrow way; And, when earthly things are past, Bring our ransomed souls at last Where they need no star to guide, Where no clouds Thy glory hide. 5 In the heavenly country bright Xeed they no created light: Thou its Light, its Joy, its crown, Thou its Sun which goes not down; There for ever may we sing Hallelujahs to our King. 122 EPIPHANY. 128 C. M. 81. n LOVELY voices of the sky, ^ That hymn'd the Savior's birth, Are ye not singing still on high, Who once sang Peace on Earth? Still o'er us float those holy strains Wherewith in days gone by Ye bless'd the lowly Syrian swain, O voices of the sky ! O clear and shining light whose beams A heavenly radiance shed Around the palms, and o'er the streams And on the shepherds' heads; Be near through life, be near in death, As "m that holiest night Of hope, of gladness, and of faith, O clear and shining light ! O Star, which led'st to Him whose love Broughl down man's ransom, five. Thou still art, midst the hosts above, We still may gaze on thee ! In Heaven Thy light dotli never set, Thy Pays earth may not dim; Oh, send them fori li to guide us yet, Brighl Star which led to Him. EPIPHANY. 123 129 6s, 5s, 81. TITAKEN, Christian children, "" Up! and let ns sing With glad voice, the praises Of our new-born King. Come, nor fear to seek Him, Children, tho' we be; Once He said to children, "Let them come to Me." In a manger lowly Sleeps the heavenly Child, O'er Him fondly bendeth Mary, mother mild. Ear above that stable, Up in heaven so high, One bright Star outshineth, Watching silently. Fear not then to enter, Though we can not bring Gold, or myrrh, or incense Fitting for a King. Gifts He asketh richer, Offerings costlier still, Yet may Christian children Bring them if they will. 124 EPIPHANY. Brighter than all jewels Shines the modest eye; Best of gifts lie loveth, Childlike purity. TTaste we then to welcome, "With a joyous lay, Christ, the King of glory, Manifest to-day. 130 C. M. 81. C\ TIIOU. who by a star didst guide ^ The wise men on their way, Until it came and stood beside The place where Jesus lay: Although by stars Thou dost not lead Thy servants now below, Thy Holy Spirit, when thoy need, Will show them how to go. As yet we know Thee but in part, But still wo trust Thy word. That blessed are the pure in heart, For they shall see the Lord. O Savior, give us then Thy grace To make us pure in heart, That we may see Tlioo face to fare. Hereafter as Thou art. EPIPHANY. 125 131 8, 5, 8. 7. "\I7~E three kings of Orient are; * * Bearing gifts, we traverse afar, Field and fountain, Moor and mountain, Following yonder Star. O Star of Wonder, Star of Night, Star with Royal Beauty bright, Westward leading, Still proceeding, Guide us to Thy perfect light. 2 Born a King on Bethlehem plain, Gold I bring to crown Him again; King for ever, Ceasing never Over us all to reign. O Star, etc. 3 Frankincense to offer have I, — Incense owns a Deity nigh: Prayer and praising All men raising, Worship Him, God on high. O Star, etc. 4 Myrrh is mine; its bitter perfume Breathes a life of gathering gloom; Sorrowing, sighing, Bleeding, dying, Sealed in the stone-cold tomb. O Star, etc. 12G EPIPHANY. 5 Glorious now behold Him arise, King, and God, and Sacrifice; Heaven sings Hallelujah! Hallelujah, the earth replies. O Star, etc. 132 c, m. DRIGHT was the guiding star that led, &* With mild, benignant ray, The Gentiles to the lowly shed Where the Redeemer lay. 2 But, lo! a brighter, clearer light Now points to His abode; It shines through sin and sorrow's night, To guide us to our God. 3 O haste to follow where it leads, His gracious call obey! Be rugged wilds, or flowery meads. The Christian's destined way. 4 O gladly tread the narrow path, While light and grace are given! For those who follow Christ on earth Shall reign with Him in Heaven. 133 8s, 7s, 81. CAW ye never in the twilight, ^ When the sun had left the skies, Up in heav'n the elear stars shining, Through the gloom, like silver eyes? EPIPHANY. 127 So of old the wise men watching, Saw a little stranger star, And they knew the King was given, And they followed it from far. Heard ye never of the story, How they crossed the desert wild, Journeyed on by plain and mountain, Till they found the Holy Child? How they opened all their treasure Kneeling to that Infant King, Gave the gold and fragrant incense, Gave the myrrh in offering? Know ye not that lowly Baby Was the Bright and Morning Star, He who came to light the Gentiles And the darkened isles afar? And we too may seek His cradle, There our hearts' best treasures brinj Love and faith and true devotion, For our Savior, God and King. 134 8, 7. TIJAJITH has many a noble city; -^ Bethlehem, thou dost all excel: Out of thee the Lord from heaven Came to rule his Israel. 128 LENT. 2 Fairer than the sun at morning Was the star that told His birth, To the world its God announcing Seen in fleshly form on earth. 3 Eastern sages at His cradle Make oblations rich and rare; See them give, in deep devotion, Gold, and frankincense and myrrh. 4 Sacred gifts of mystic meaning: Incense doth their God disclose, Gold the King of kings proclaims th. Myrrh His sepulchre foreshows. 5 Jesus, Whom the Gentiles worshiped At Thy glad Epiphany, Unto Thee, with God the Eather And the Spirit, glory be. Lent* 135 8s, 7s, SI. CTRICKEN, smitten and afflicted, ^ See Him dying on the tree ! 'Tis the Christ by man rejected; Yes, my soul, 'tis He! 'tis He! 'Tis the long expected Prophet, David's Son, yet Havid's Lord; Proofs I see sufficient of it: 'Tis the true and faithful Word. LENT. 129 2 Tell me, ye who hear Him groaning, Was there ever grief like His? Friends through fear His cause disowning, Foes insulting His distress ; Many hands were raised to wound Him, Xone would interpose to save; But the deepest stroke that pierced Him Was the stroke that Justice gave. 3 Ye who think of sin but lightly, Nor suppose the evil great, Here may view its nature rightly, Here its guilt may estimate. Mark the Sacrifice appointed! See who bears the awful load ; 'Tis the Word, the Lord's anointed, Son of man, and Son of God. 4 Here we have a firm foundation; Here the refuge of the lost ; Christ's the Rock of our salvation: His the name of which we boast ; Lamb of God, for sinners wounded ! Sacrifice to cancel guilt ! Xone shall ever be confounded •Who on Him their hope have built, 136 cm. 'THERE is a fountain filled with blood •*• Drawn from Immanuel's veins; And sinners, plunged beneath that flood, Lose all their guilty stains. 130 LENT. 2 The dying thief rejoiced to see That fountain in his day; And there have I, as vile as he, Washed all my sins away. 3 Dear dying Lamb, Thy precious blood Shall never lose its power, Till all the ransomed Church of God Be saved to sin no more. 4 E'er since, by faith, I saw the stream Thy flowing wounds supply, Redeeming love has been my theme And shall be, till I die. 5 Then in a nobler, sweeter song, I'll sing Thy power to save, When this poor lisping, stammering tongue Lies silent in the grave. G Lord, I believe Thou hast prepared (Unworthy though I be) For me a blood-bought free reward, A golden harp for me. 7 'Tis strung and tuned for endless years, Ami formed by power divine To sound in (Jod the Father's ears No other name but Thine. LENT. 131 137 9, 9, 10, 9, 10, 9. ESU S, the Crucified, pleads for me, j While He is nailed to the shameful tree, Scorned and forsaken, derided and curst, See how His enemies do their worst ! Yet in the midst of the torture and shame, Jesus, the Crucified, breathes my name! Wonder of Wonders, oh ! how can it be ? Jesus, the Crucified, pleads for me ! 2 Lord, I have left Thee, I have denied, Followed the world in my selfish pride; Lord, I have joined in the hateful cry, Slay Him, away with Him, crucify. Lord, I have done it, oh! ask me not how; Woven the thorns for Thy tortured brow ! Yet in His pity so boundless and free, Jesus, the Crucified, pleads for me ! 3 Though thou hast left Me and wandered away, Chosen the darkness instead of the day ; Though thou art covered with many a stain, Though thou hast wounded Me oft and again, Though thou hast followed thy wayward will ; Yet, in My pity, I love thee still. Wonder of wonders it ever must be ! Jesus, the Crucified, pleads for me. 4 Jesus is dying, in agony sore, Jesus is suffering more and more, Jesus is bowed with the weight of His woe, Jesus is faint with each bitter throe, H 132 LENT. Jesus is bearing it all in 1113' stead. Pity Incarnate for me has bled; Wonder of wonders it ever must be! Jesus, the Crucified, pleads for me. 138 s, 7, 7. OLY Jesus, by Thy Taiision, By the woes which none can share. Borne in more than kingly fashion, By Thy love beyond compare: Crucified, I turn to Thee, Son of Mary, plead for me. 2 By the treachery and trial By the blows and sore distress, By desertion and denial, By Thine awful loneliness: Crucified, I turn to Tlioo, Son of Mary, plead for me. 3 By Thy look so sweet and lowly. While they smote Thee <>n l lie l\-ico. By Thy patience, calm and holy. In the midst of keen disgrace j Crucified, I turn to Thee, Son of Mary, plead for me. 4 By the hour of condemnation, By the blood which trickled down. When for us and our salvation, Then didst \ve;ir the robe and crown: Crucified, I turn to Thee, Son of Mary, plead for mo. LENT. 133 5 By the path of sorrows dreary, By the Cross, Thy dreadful load, By the pain, when, faint and weary, Thou didst sink upon the road : Crucified, I turn to Thee, Son of Mary, plead for me. 6 By the Spirit which could render Love for hate and good for ill, By the mercy, sweet and tender, Poured upon Thy murderers still: Crucified, I turn to Thee, Son of Mary, plead for me. 139 8, 7, 8, 8, 7. [ ATXTRE Thee, T adore Thee! Glorious ere the world began ; Yet more wonderful Thou shinest, Though divine, yet still divinest In Thy dying love for man. I adore Thee, I adore Thee ! Thankful at Thy feet to be; I have heard Thy accent thrilling, Lol I come, for Thou art willing Me to pardon, even me. T adore Thee, I adore Thee, Born of women, yet Divine : Stained with sins I kneel before Thee, Sweetest Jesus, I implore Thee, Make me ever only Thine. 134 LENT. 140 8,7,8,8,7,7. pHRIST, the Life of all the living, ^ Christ, the Death of death our foe, Who Thyself for me once giving To the darkest depths of woe, Madest reconciliation, And didst save me from damnation : Thousand, thousand thanks shall be, Dearest Jesus, unto Thee. 2 Thou, ah! Thou, hast taken on Thee Bonds and stripes, a cruel rod; Pain and scorn were heaped upon Thee, O Thou sinless Son of God! Tims didst Thou my soul deliver From the bonds of sin forever. Thousand, thousand thanks shall bo, Dearest Jesus, unto Thee. 3 Thou didst bear the smiting only That my wounds might all be whole; Thou didst suffer, sad and lonely, Rest to give my weary soul; Yea, the curse of God endurodst, Blessing thus to me scenredst. Thousand, thousand thanks shall be, Dearest Jesus, unto Thee. ! Heartless scoffers did surround Thee, Trr;ilin«' Thee with cruel scorn, Iven wilh piercing thorns t hey crowned Thee; All disgrace Thou, Lord, hast borne. LENT. 135 That as Thine Thou mightest own me, And with heavenly glory crown me. Thousand, thousand thanks shall be, .Dearest Jesus, unto Thee. 5 Thou didst suffer men to bruise Thee, That from pain I might be free; Falsely did Thy foes accuse Thee; Thence I gain security ; Comfortless once Thou didst languish, Me to comfort in my anguish. Thousand, thousand thanks shall be, Dearest Jesus, unto Thee. 6 Thou didst suffer great affliction, And endure it patiently, Even death by crucifixion, That Thou niight'st atone for me; Thou didst choose to be tormented, That my doom should be prevented. Thousand, thousand thanks shall be, Dearest Jesus, unto Thee. 7 That Thou wast so meek and stainless, Doth atone for my proud mood; And Thy death makes dying painless, All Thy ills have wrought our good. Yea, Thy deep humiliation Tendeth to my exaltation. Thousand, thousand thanks shall be, Dearest Jesus, unto Thee. 136 LENT. 8 Then, for all that wrought our pardon, For Thy sorrows deep and sore, For Thine anguish in the garden, I will thank Thee evermore; Thank Thee for Thy groans and sighing, For Thy bleeding and Thy dying, For that last most bitter cry, And shall praise Thee, Lord, on high. 141 C. M. 'PIIEKE is a green hill far away, ■*- Without a city wall Where the dear Lord was crucified, Who died to save us all. 2 We may not know, we can not tell, What pains He had to boar, But we believe it was for us lie hung and suffered there. 3 lie died that we might be forgiven, J Ie died to make us good, That we might go at last !<> heaven, Saved by His precious blood. 4 There was no other good enough To pay the price of sin, He only could unlock the gate Of heaven, and let us in. LENT. 137 Oh, clearly, dearly has He loved! And we must love Him too, And trust in His redeeming blood, And try His works to do. 142 8,7. O PROSS of Jesus, Cross of Sorrow, ^ Where the blood of Christ was shed, Perfect man on thee was tortured, Perfect God on thee has bled. Here the King of all the ages, Throned in light ere worlds could be, Robed in mortal flesh is dying, Crucified by sin for me. 3 O mysterious condescending! O abandonment sublime ! Very God Himself is bearing All the sufferings of time! 4 Evermore for human failure By His Passion we can plead; God has borne all mortal anguish, Surely He will know our need. 5 This — all human thought surpassing This is earth's most awful hour, God has taken mortal weakness! God has laid aside His Power! 138 LENT. G Once the Lord of brilliant seraphs, Winged with Love to do His Will, Tow the scorn of all His creatures, And the aim of every ill. Up in TTcaven, sublimcst glory Circled round Him from (he first; I>ut (he earth finds none to serve Iiim, None to quench His raging thirst. 8 Who shall fathom that descending, From the rainbow-circled throne, Down to earth's most base profaning, Dying desolate alone. 0 From the "TToly, TTol.v, Holy, We adore Thee, () most High," Down to earth's blaspheming; voices And the shout of "Crucify." 10 Cross of Jesus, Cross of Sorrow, Where the l.lood of Christ was shed, Perfect man on thee was tortured, Perfect Clod on thee has bled! 143 8s, 7s, (51. OW, my soul, thy voice upraising. Toll in sweo! and mournful strain I low the ( 'rucified, enduring Crief, and wounds, and dying pain, I< reely of 1 lis love was oil'ered. Sinless was for sinners slain. N LENT. 139 Scourged with unrelenting fury, For the sins which we deplore, By His livid stripes He heals us, Raising us to fall no more ; All our bruises gently soothing, Binding up the bleeding sore. See ! His hands and feet are f astcned ; So He makes His people free ; Not a wound whence blood is flcwriing But a fount of grace shall be; Yea, the very nails which nail Him Nail us also to the tree. 4 Through His heart the spear is piercing, Though His foes have seen Ilim die; Blood and water thence are streaming In a tide of mystery; Water from our guilt to cleanse us, Blood to win us crowns on high. 5 Jesus, may those precious fountains Drink to thirsting souls afford; Let them be our present healing, And at length our great reward ; So a ransomed world shall ever Praise Thee, its redeeming Lord. 140 LENT. 144 OLAMB of God Most IToly, Beneath th? accursed tree, I kneel in awe and trembling, And upward look to Thee. 2 Upon the cross of torture Thou hangest all forlorn, Thy tender Hands are bleeding, Thy Feet with nails arc torn. 3 A thorny crown surroundeth Thy meek and patient Brow, And bitter pains are racking Thy sinless Body now. 4 My sins they are which wound Tilde1, Which cause Thine anguish dread, My sins the thorns have twisted, Which pierce Thy holy Head. 5 I sinned and Thou dost sutler. The Father's Holy Child; That stripes which mar the Sinless Might heal the sin-dciilcd. (i. 145 J.. M. WE3 sing the praise of Him who died, Of 11 im who died upon the cross; The sinner's hope Let men deride, For this we count the world but loss. LENT. 141 2 Inscribed upon the cross we see In shining letters, God is love ; He bears our sins upon the tree, He brings us mercy from above. 3 The cross* it takes our guilt away, It holds the fainting spirit up, It cheers with hope the gloomy day, And sweetens every bitter cup. 4 It makes the coward spirit brave, And nerves the feeble arm for fight, It takes its terror from the grave, And gilds the bed of death with light. 5 The balm of life, the cure of woe, The measure, and the pledge of love, The sinner's refuge here below, The angels' theme in heaven above. 146 6,5. P LORY be to Jesus, W Who, in bitter pains, Poured for me the life-blood From His sacred veins ! 2 Grace and life eternal In that Blood I find; Blest be His compassion, Infinitely kind! 142 LENT. 3 Blest through endless ages Be the precious stream, Which from endless torments Did the world redeem! 4 Abel's blood for vengeance Pleaded to the skies; But the Blood of Jesus For our pardon cries! 5 Oft as earth exulting Wafts its praise on high, Angel hosts rejoicing Make their glad reply. 6 Lift we then our voices, Swell the mighty flood ; Louder still, and louder, Praise the precious Blood! 147 OLAMB of God most lowly! All free from spot and stain, O help us now to serve Thee, And sing Thy praise again. 2 O Lamb of God most holy! So great, and yet so meek; May we, when pride allures us, Thy lowly spirit seek. 7,6. LENT. 143 3 0 Lamb of God most pontic ! So kind, and good, and true; May we, when passion tempts us, Thy gentleness pursue. 4 0 Lamb of God most lovely! To Thee our faith would flee; Reveal to us Thy beauty, And win our hearts to Thee. 148 C. M. ALAS! and did my Savior bleed, And did my Sov'reign die \ Would lie devote that sacred Head For such a worm as I? 2 Was it for crimes that I had done, He groaned upon the tree? Amazing pity! grace unknown! xlnd Love beyond degree! q Well might the sun in darkness hide, And shut his glories in, When Christ the mighty Maker died For man the creature's sin! 4 Thus might I hide my blushing face, While His dear cross appears; Dissolve my heart in thankfulness, And melt my eyes in tears. 144 LENT. 5 But drops of grief can ne'er repay The debt of love I owe. Here, Lord, T give myself away: Tis all that I can do. L. M. HEN I survey the wondrous Cross On which the Prince of glory died, My richest gain I count but loss, And pour contempt on all my pride. W 2 Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast, Save in the death of Christ, my God; All the vain things that charm me most, I sacrifice them to His Blood. 3 See, from His head, His hands, His feet. Sorrow and love now mingled down! Did e'er such love and sorrow meet. Or thorns compose so rich a crown ? 4 Were the whole realm of nature mine, That were a tribute far tog small; Love so amazing, so divine. Demands my soul, my life, my all. 150 8s, 7s, 81. UTS not this our King and Prophet*" * Ping llosanna, wave tlio palm. Let the children from I he letnple Echo bnek I he people's psalm | LENT. 145 "Blessed is the Son of David/' Blessed is the Christ of God, Welcome to the hill of Sion, Deck the pathway, strew the sod! "Meek and lowly One," ITe cometh, And the anthem greets His ears; Lo, the city lies before Him, But Ifo >ce.- it through His tears; Looking from the Mount of Olives, Towers and marble temples rise ; Is Thy peace, O well-loved Salem "Hid for ever from thine eyes V Sees He now, in solemn vision, Calvary "without the gate V Israel fallen, "house and city Left unto her desolate V Yes, O Savior all enduring! Thou wast watching every heart — Which would love Thee, which forsake Thee, Which would do the traitor's part- Pity, Lord, man's hollow praises, Then, and now, which greet Thee thus ; "By Thy Cross, and by Thy Passion, " O have mercy yet on us! Thou reignest with the Father, And the Spirit evermore; Lord, look down upon Thy servants, Who repent and would adore. 146 LENT. 151 C\ COME and mourn with me awhile ; ^ O come ye to the Savior's side; O come, together let us mourn; Jesus, our Lord, is crucified! 2 Have we no tears to shed for Him, While soldiers scoff and Jews deride? Ah ! look how patiently He hangs ; Jesus, our Lord, is crucified! 3 How fast His hands and feet are nailed; IFis throat with parching thirst is dried His failing eyes are dimmed with Mood; Jesus, our Lord, is crucified ! 4 Seven times He spake, seven words of love ; And all three hours His silence cried For mercy on the souls of men ; Jesus, our Lord, is crucified! 5 Come, let us stand beneath the Cross; So may the Blood from out His side Fall gently on us, drop by drop; Jesus, our Lord, is crucified! 0 A broken heart, a fount of tears, Ask, and they will not be denied; Lord Jesus, may we love and weep, Since Thou for us art crucified. L. M. LENT. 147 152 S. M. 81. /^ROWISr Him with many crowns, ^-/ The Lamb upon His throne ; Hark! how the heav'nly anthem drowns All music but its own! Awake, my soul, and sing Of Him who died for thee; And hail Him as thy matchless King Thro' all eternity. Crown Him the Lord of love! Behold Llis hands and side, — Those wounds, yet visible above, In beauty glorified: No angel in the sky Can fully bear that sight, But downward bends his wondering eye At mysteries so bright. Crown Him, the Lord of Heaven! One with the Father known, — And the blest Spirit through Him given From yonder Triune throne! All hail, Redeemer, hail! For Thou hast died for me : Thy praise and glory shall not fail Throughout eternity. 118 LENT. 153 T>, ci. BLESSED Savior! Thee I love, All my other joys above; All my hopes in Thee abide, Thou my hope, and naught beside; Ever let my glory be Only, only, only Thee. 2 Onee again beside the Cross, All my gain I count but loss; Earthly pleasures fade away, — Clouds they are that hide my day: .Hence, vain shadows! let me see Jesus crucified for me. 3 Blessed Savior! Thine am I, Thine to live, and Thine to die; Height, or depth, or earthly power XeVr shall hide my Savior more: Ever shall my glory be Only, only, only Thee. 1 54 7s, (is, 81. HLKKDINd Head, and wounded, And full of pain and scorn, 0 In mockery surrounded With cruel crown of (horn: O Head! once crowned with glory And heav'nly majesty, But now despised and gory; Yet here I welcome Thee] LENT. 140 2 Men spit upon and jeer Thee, Thou noble countenance, Though mighty worlds shall fear Thee, And-nee before Thy glance ! How art Thou pale with anguish, With sore abuse and scorn ! How does Thy visage languish, Which once was bright as morn 3 Now from Thy cheeks has vanished Their color once so fair; From Thy red lips is banished The splendor that was there. Pale Death with cruel rigor Bereaveth Thee of life; Thus losest Thou Thy vigor And strength in this sad strife. 4 My burden, in Thy passion, Lord, Thou hast borne for me, For it was my transgression, Which brought this woe on Thee. I cast me down before Thee, Wrath were my rightful lot, Have mercy, I implore Thee, Redeemer, spurn me not ! 5 My Shepherd, now receive me! My Guardian, own me Thine ! Great blessings Thou didst give me, O Source of gifts divine! 150 LENT. Thy lips have often fed me With milk and sweetest food; Thy Spirit oft has led me To stores of heavenly good. 6 Thanks from my heart I offer Thee, Jesus, dearest Friend, For all that Thou didst suffer; My good didst Thou intend. Ah! grant that I may ever To Thy truth faithful he; When soul and body sever, May I be found in Thee! r Be Thou my Consolation And Shield when I must die; Remind me of thy passion, When my last hour draws nigh. My f.ves shall then behold Tneej Upon Thy cross shall dwell, My heart by faith enfold Thee, Who dieth thus, dies well! 155 C. M. Q THOU who thro' this holy week ^ Didst suffer for ns all; The sick to cure, the lost to seek, To raise up them that fall. PALM SUNDAY. 151 2 We can not understand the woe Thy Love was pleased to bear: O Lamb of God, we only know That all our hopes are there ! 3 Thy feet the path of suffering trod Thy hand the victory won: What shall we render to our God For all that He hath done ? 4 To God, the Father, God the Son, And God the Holy Ghost, By men on earth be honor done, And by the heavenly host. 156 palm Sunday. 7s, 6s, 81. ALL glory, praise and honor ■f* To Thee, Redeemer, King! To whom the lips of children Made sweet Hosannas ring. Thou art the King of Israel, Thou David's royal son; Who in the Lord's name comest, The King and blessed One. All glory, praise and honor, To Thee, Redeemer, King! To whom the lips of children Made sweet hosannas ring. 152 PALM SUNDAY. The company of Angels Are praising Thee on high; And mortal men, and all things Created, make reply. The people of the Hebrews With palms before Thee went: Our praise and prayer and anthems Before Thee we present. All glory, etc. To Thee before Thy passion They sang their hymns of praise: To Thee, now high exalted, Our melody we raise. Thou didst accept their praises; Accept the prayers we bring, Who in all good delightest. Thou good and gracious King. All glory, etc. 157 L. M. O IDE on, ride on in majesty: ^ Hark: all the tribes hosanna cry; O Savior meek, pursue Thy road With palms and scatter'd garments strow'd. 2 Ride on, ride en in majesty, I n lowlj p'unp rule en to die: () Chris!, Thy triumphs now begin O'er captive death and eoixpiered sin. PALM SUNDAY. 153 3 Ride on, ride on in majesty: The winged squadrons of the sky Look down with sad and wondering eyes To see th' approaching sacrifice. 4 Ride on, ride on in majesty: Thy last and fiercest strife is nigh; The Father, on His sapphire throne, Expects His own anointed Son. 5 Ride on, ride on in majesty: In lowly pomp ride on to die ; Bow Thy meek head to mortal pain, Then take, O God, Thy power, and reign. 158 P. M. SING Hosanna! Blessed be He that cometh in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest! He that cometh in the name of the Lord, He that cometh in the name of the Lord, Hosanna, Hosanna, Hosanna in the highest! Hosanna in the highest! 159 7s, 6s, 81. "11 7" HEN, His salvation bringing, " To Zion Jesus came, The children all stood singing Hosanna to His name. 151 PALM SUNDAY. Nor did their zeal offend Him, But, as He rode along, He let them still attend Him, And smiled to hear their song. 2 And since the Lord retaineth His love for children still, Though now as King He rcigneth On Z ion's heavenly hill; We'll flock around His banner, Who sits upon the throne, And cry aloud, Hosanna To David's royal Son. 3 For should we fail proclaiming Our great Redeemer's praise, The stones, our silence shaming, Would their Hosannas raise, But shall we only render The tribute of our words? No; while our hearts arc tender, They, too, shall be the Lord's. 160 8, T, 4, 7. ONCE was heard the song of children ^ By the Savior when on earth; Joyful in tlie sacred temple Shouts of youthful praise had birtli; And Hosannas, Loud to David's Son broke forth. PALM SUNDAY. 155 Palms of victory strewn around Him, Garments spread beneath His feet. Prophet of the Lord they crowned Him, In fair Salem's crowded street, While Hosannas From the lips of children greet. God o'er all in heaven reigning, We this day Thy glory sing; Not with palms Thy pathway strewing, We would loftier tribute bring, — Glad Hosannas To our Prophet, Priest, and King. O, though humble is our offering, Deign accept our grateful lays; Those from children once proceeding Thou didst deem "perfected praise." Now Hosannas, Savior, Lord, to Thee we raise. 161 7s, 6s, 81. O OS ANNA! loud hosanna! ■*- A The little children sang ; Through pillar'd court and temple, The lovely anthem rang; To Jesus, who had bless'd them, Close folded to his breast, The children sang their praises The simnlest and the best. 150 PALM SUNDAY. 2 From Olivet they followed, "Midst an exultant crowd, Waving the victor palm branch, And shouting clear and loud; Bright angels joined tide chorus, Beyond the cloudless sky — "ITosanna in the highest: Glory to God on high!" o Fair leaves of silvery olive They strewed upon the ground, Whilst Salem's circling mountains Echoed the joyful sound; The Lord of men and angels Lode on in lowly state, Xor scorned that little children Should on His bidding wait. 4 "ITosanna in the highest!" That ancient song we sing, For Christ is our Redeemer, The Lord of Heaven our King. Oh, may we ever praise Jlim, A\' i t li heart, and life, and voice, And in His blissful presence Klornally rejoice! 162 GLOBY and praise to Thee, Redeemer West! By loud Ilosamms on Thy road confessM ! 10s. EASTER. 157 Hail! Israel's King! Hail! David's Son ador'd, Who comest in the Name of Israel's Lord ! 2 Thee once with palms the Jews went forth to meet, Thee now with prayers and holy hymns we greet ; Glory and praise to Thee, Incarnate Word ! Who comest in the Name of Israel's Lord! 3 Thee, on Thy way to die, they crowned with praise! To Thee, enthroned on high, our song we raise. Glory and praise, etc. 4 Thy praise in Heaven the host angelic sings. On earth, mankind with all created things. Glory and praise, etc. Gaster. 163 r HEIST, the Lord is ris'n to-day," ^ Sons of men and angels say, liaise your joys and triumphs high; Sing, ye heav'ns, and earth reply. 2 Love's redeeming work is done, Fought the fight, the battle won: Lo ! our Sun's eclipse is o'er, Lo! lie sets in blood no more. 7s. 158 EASTER. 3 Vain the stone, the watch, the seal ; Christ has burst the gates of hell. Death in vain forbids His rise; Christ has opened Paradise. 4 Lives again our glorious King; Where, O death, is now thy sting? Dying once, He all doth save; Where thy victory, O grave? 5 Soar we now where Christ has led, Following our exalted Head: Made like Ilim, like Him we rise ; Ours the cross, the grave, the skies! 0> Hail, the Lord of earth and heaven! Praise to Thee by both be given : Thee we greet triumphant now; Hail, the Resurrection Thou! 1 64 8s, 7s, 121. PITRIST is risen! ITallelma! V^ Risen our victorious Head! Sing His praises! Halleluia! Christ is risen from the dead ! Cratefully our hearts adore Him, As II is light once more appears, Rowing down in joy before Him, Rising up from grief and tears. EASTER. 159 Christ is risen. Halleluia! Risen our victorious Head ! Sing His praises! Halleluia! Christ is risen from the dead. Christ is risen! all the sadness Of our Lenten fast is o'er, Through the open gates of gladness He returns to life once more : Death and hell before Him bending, He doth rise, the Victor now, Angels on His steps attending, Glory round His wounded brow: Chorus. Christ is risen ! all the sorrow That last evening round Him lay, Now hath found a glorious morrow In the rising of to-day; And the grave its first fruits giveth, Springing up from holy ground, He was dead, but now He liveth, He was lost, but He is found: Chorus. Christ is risen ! henceforth never Death or hell shall us enthrall, Be we Christ's, in Him for ever We have triumphed over all; 160 EASTER. All the doubting and dejection Of our trembling- hearts have ceased, 'Tis His day of Resurrection! Let ns rise and keep the Feast: — Chorus. 165 lVj ORNING breaks upon the tomb ; ^* Jesus scatters all its gloom; Day of triumph through the skies, See the glorious Savior rise. 2 Ye who are of death afraid, Triumph in the scattered shade; Drive your anxious cares away, See the place where Jesus lay! o Christian, dry your flowing tears, Chase ypu'r unbelieving fears; Look on His deserted grave, Doubt no more His power to save. 166 7s, 6s,81. T IE giveth us the vict'ry l * O'er S:it:m, self and sin ; O, hearts make room for Jesus — Arise, and let Him in! This glorious Kaster morning 167 EASTER. 161 Come, greet your Risen King, And to His praise and honor Triumphant anthems sing! And to His praise and honor Triumphant anthems sing. He giveth us the vict'ry! Praise God that this is true; The evil thoughts within us His Spirit shall subdue; The nations yet in darkness, Shall soon be brought to ice The light of Christ eternal — That shines so full and free, The light of Christ eternal — That shines so full and free. lie giveth us the vict'ry! O blessed, blessed thought, That thro' our Risen Savior Such mighty work was wrought; Our hallelujah voices Forever will proclaim, The majesty and honor Of Christ's exalted name! The majesty and honor Of Christ's exalted name! 8, 7, 7. UE is risen! He is risen! A A Tell it with a joyful voice : He has burst His three days' prison, 162 EASTER. Let the whole wide earth rejoice: Death is conquered, man is free, Christ has won the victory. Tell it to the sinners, weeping Over deeds in darkness done, Weary fast and vigil keeping, Brightly breaks their Easter sun Blood can wash all sins away, Christ has conquered hell to-day. Come, with high and holy gladness, Chant our Lord's triumphant lay; Not one touch of twilight sadness Dims His liesurrection Day; Brightly dawns the radiant East, Brighter far our Easter Eeast. ITc is risen! He is risen! He has ope'd the eternal gate; We are free from sin's dark prison, lvisen to a holier state ; Soon a brighter Easter beam On our longing eyes shall stream. 168 8s, 7s, SI. SING with nil the sens of glory, Sing (he resurrection song! Dealli ;ind sorrow, earth's dark story. To the former days belong; KASTER. 103 Even now the dawn is breaking, Soon the night of time shall ccaso, And in God's own likeness waking, Man shall know eternal peace. 2 O what glory far exceeding All that eye has yet perceived! Holiest hearts, for ages pleading, Never that full joy conceived, God has promised, Christ prepares it, . There on high our welcome waits; Ev'ry humble spirit shares it, Christ has passed th' eternal gates. 3 Life eternal! 0 what wonders Crown'd on faith, what joy unknown, When amid earth's closing thunders Saints shall stand before the throne! O to enter that bright portal, See that glowing firmament, Know with Thee, O God immortal, Jesus Christ whom Thou hast sent. 169 7,7, "V\/"E will carol joyfully * ' On this holy festal day; To our risen Lord and King Grateful homage we will bring. Carol, carol, carol, carol To our risen Lord and King. 104 EASTER. 2 We will carol joyfully, As with sweet accord wo bring Praise from ev'ry heart and voice To our risen Lord and King: Carol, carol, etc. 3 "Wo will carol joyfully, While our love and thanks we g'wc To our risen Lord and King, Him who died that wo might live. Carol, carol, etc. 4 Wo will carol joyfully, And to TTim our offerings bring — Grateful hearts, with love and praise, To our risen Lord and King. Carol, carol, etc. 170 L. M. I £NOW that my "Redeemer lives! What comfort this sweel sentence giyes ! He lives. He lives, who once was dead. He lives, my ever living I lead. 2 TTo lives triumphant from the grave* He lives eternally to save; He lives all-glorioua m the sky. He lives exalted there on high: EASTER. 165 3 He lives to bless me with His love, He lives to plead for me above, He lives my hungry soul to feed, He lives to help in time of need. 4 He lives to grant me rich supply, He lives to guide me with His eye, He lives to comfort me when faint, He lives to hear my soul's complaint. 5 He lives He lives He lives He lives to silence all my fears, to wipe away my tears, to calm my troubled heart, all blessings to impart. 6 He lives He lives He lives, He lives, my kind, wise, heavenly Friend, and loves me to the end; and while He lives, I'll sing; my Prophet, Priest, and King ! 7 He lives, and grants me daily breath ; He lives, and I shall conquer death; He lives my mansion to prepare; He lives to bring me safely there. 8 He lives, all glory to His name! He lives, my Jesus, still the same; 0 the sweet joy this sentence gives, "I know that my Redeemer lives!" 166 EASTER. 171 7s, 6s, 81. 'T'TTE (lay of Resurrection! *■ Earth, toll it out abroad! The Passover of gladness, The Fassovfe'r of Ood From death to life otornal, From earth unto the sky, Our Christ hath brought us over, With hymns of victory. 2 Our hearts be pure from evil, That we may sec aright The Lord in rays eternal Of Resurrection light: And listening" to His accents. May hear, so calm and plain, TTis own All hail! — and hearing, May raise the victor strain. 3 Now let the heavens be joyful! Let earth her gong begin! Let all the world keep triumph, And all that is therein: Tn grateful exultation Their noles let all things blend. For Christ the Lord hath risen, Our joy that hath no end. 172 EASTER. 1G7 6s, 5s, 121. P 01) hath sent His Angels to the earth ^-* again, Bringing joyful tidings to the sons of men. They who first at Christmas, throng'd the heav'nly way, Xow beside the tornb-door, sit on Easter Day. Angels sing I lis triumph, as you sang His birth, "Christ the Lord is risen," "Peace, good-will on earth." 2 In the dreadful desert, where the Lord was tried, There the faithful Angels gathered at His side. And when in the garden, grief and pain and care Bowed Him down with anguish, they were with II im there. Cho. — Angels, sing, etc. 3 Yet the Christ they honor, is the same Christ still, Who, in light and darkness, did His Father's will. And the tomb deserted, shineth like the sky, Since He passed out from it, into victory. Cho. — Angels, sing, etc. 1C8 EASTER. 4 God has still His Angels, helping, at His word, All His faithful children, like their faithful Lord; Soothing them in sorrow, arming them in strife, Opening wide the tomb-doors, leading into Life. Cho. — Angels, sing, etc. 5 Father, send Thine Angels unto us, we pray ; Leave us not to wander, all along our way. Let them guard and guide us, wheresoe'er we be, Till our resurrection brings us home to Thee. Cho. — Angels, sing, etc. 173 7, 6, 6, 6. A WAKE, my heart, with gladness, ■**■ See what to-day is done! How after gloom and sadness Comes forth the glorious Sun! My Savior there was laid Where our bed must be made, When to the realms of light Our Spirit wings its flight. 2 They in the grave did sink Him, The foe hold jubilee; Before he can bethink Him, Lo! Christ again is free, EASTER. 1G9 And "Victory!" He cries, And waveth tow'rd the skies His banner, for the field Is by the Hero held. Upon the grave is standing The Hero, looking round; The foe, no more withstanding, His weapon on the ground Throws down, his hellish power, To Christ he must give o'er, And to the Victor's bands Must yield his feet and hands. This is a sight that gladdens And fills my heart with glee; Now, naught soever saddens My soul, nor takes from me My trust or fortitude, Or any precious good Which by His victory My Savior gained for me. Hell and its prince, the Devil, Now of their power are shorn I now am safe from evil, And sin I laugh to scorn; Grim death with all his might Can not my soul affright; He is a powerless form, Howe'er he rage and storm. 1G8 EASTER. 4 God has still His Angels, helping, at His word, All His faithful children, like their faithful Lord; Soothing them in sorrow, arming them in strife, Opening wide the tomb-doors, leading into Life. Cho. — Angels, sing, etc. 5 Father, send Thine Angels unto us, we pray ; Leave us not to wander, all along our way. Let them guard and guide us, wheresoe'er we be, Till our resurrection brings us home to Thee. Cho. — Angels, sing, etc. 173 7, 6, 6, 6 A WAKE, my heart, with gladness, ■**■ Sec what to-day is done! How after gloom and sadness Comes forth the glorious Sun ! My Savior there was laid Where our bed must be made, When to the realms of light Our Spirit wings its flight. 2 They in the grave did sink Him, The foe held jubilee; Before he can bethink Him, Lo! Christ again is free, EASTER. 1G9 And "Victory!" He cries, And waveth tow'rd the skies His banner, for the field Is by the Hero held. Upon the grave is standing The Hero, looking round; The foe, no more withstanding, His weapon on the ground Throws down, his hellish power, To Christ he must give o'er, And to the Victor's bands Must yield his feet and hands. This is a sight that gladdens And fills my heart with glee; Now, nanghtsoever saddens My soul, nor takes from me My trust or fortitude, Or any precious good Which by His victory My Savior gained for me. Hell and its prince, the Devil, Xow of their power are shorn I now am safe from evil, And sin I laugh to scorn; Orim death with all his might Can not my soul affright; He is a powerless form, Howe'er he rage and storm. 170 EASTER. G The world against mo rageth, Its fury I disdain; Though bitter war it wageth, Its work is all in vain. No trouble troubles me, My heart from care is free, Misfortune now is play, And night is bright as day. 7 I cleave now and forever, To Christ, a member true; My Head will leave me never, Whate'er He passoth through; He treads the world beneath His feet, and conquers death And holl, and breaks sin's thrall I'm with Ilim through it all. 8 To glory He ascendeth, 1 follow Him i'ore'er, For Christ, my Head, defondeth His member from all care: No enemy I fear. Because my Head is near; My Savior is my Shield, By Ilim all rage is stilled. 0 He 1) rings me to the portal That opens into bliss. Where graved in words immortal This golden scripture is: EASTER. 171 "Who there are scorned with me, Sere with me crowned shall he; "Who there with me shall die, Shall here be raised as 1." 174 JESUS Christ is ris'n to-day, Our triumphant holy day, Who did once upon the cross, Suffer to redeem our loss. Alleluia ! 2 Hymns of praise then let us sing Unto Christ, our heavenly King, Who endured the cross and grave, Sinners to redeem and save. Alleluia! o But the pains which lie endured, Our salvation have procured; Now above the sky He's King, Where the angels ever sing, Alleluia! 4 Now be God the Father praised, With the Son, from death upraised, And the Spirit, ever blest, One true God, by all confessed. Alleluia! 172 EASTER. 175 10,7,6,10. ET the merry church-bells ring, ring, ring, L] ring r\ Let the merry church-bells ring! Hence with tears and sighing; Frost and cold have fled with spring; Life hath conquer'd dying. Flow'rs are smiling, fields are gay, Sunny is the weather: With our rising Lord to-day, All things rise together. | : Let the merry church-bells ring, ring, ring, ring! :| 2 Let the merry church-bells ring, ring, ring, ring! Let the birds sing out again From their leafy chapel, Praising Him with Whom in vain Satan sought to grapple. Sounds of joy come fast and clear, As the breezes flutter; "lie is risen; He is not here," Is the strain they utter. |: Let the merry church-bells ring, ring, ring, ring! :| ;> Let the merry church-bells ring, ring, ring, ring! Let the past of grief be past; This our comfort giveth, EASTER. 173 He was slain on Friday last, But to-day He liveth! Mourning hearts must needs be gay, Joy now breaks her prison, Since the very grave can say, "He's not here, He's risen." Let the merry church-bells ring, ring, rinj ring! :| 176 7s, 6s, 81. C\ JOYOUS Easter morning, ^ That saw the Lord arise ! O bright and happy morning! The clouds have left the skies. The night of grief is ended. The day has come again. And Christ has won the vict'ry, For all the sons of men O gladsome Easter morning ! Our hearts rejoice to-day, The grave and death are conquered He is of Life the Way. The hosts of sin are vanquished He is the Victor King! Then let us all with gladness Our thankful praises sing. 174 EASTER. 3 O blessed Easter morning! What day so bright as this, When, through His mighty triumph, He won the courts of bliss! The doors of Heaven are open, The grave no more has dread; For risen is our Savior, The lirst fruits of the dead. 177 7s, Ob, 81. f^OME, ye faithful, raise the strain ^ Of triumphant gladness! God hath brought His Israel Into joy from sadness ! Tis the spring of souls to-day; Christ hat h burst His prison; And from three days' sleep in death, As a sun, hath risen. 2 All the winter of our sins, Long and dark, is Hying From His light, to whom we give Thanks and praise undying. Neither might the gates of death, Nor the tomb's d;irk portal, Nor the watchers, nor the seal, Hold Thee as a mortal: EASTER. 175 3 But to-day amidst the twelve Thou didst stand, bestowing That Thy peace, which evermore Passeth human knowing. Come, ye faithful, raise the strain Of triumphant gladness! God hath brought His Israel Into joy from sadness ! 178 8s, 7s, 81. OALLELTTJAH! Halleluiah! ■*■ * Floating o'er the crystal sea, Comes a voice like many waters, Rising up, O Christ, to Thee! Hallelujah! Lord Almighty! Thou hast bought us with Thy Blood! By Thy ransom price of Passion, Wo approach Thee, Christ our God! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! From the sons of Adam rise Sounds of Resurrection triumph, Upward to the Easter skies: Hallelujah ! well-beloved, We receive Thee, Jesus Christ: Earth's ten thousand voices thunder One united Eucharist. 170 EASTER. 3 Hallelujah, Hallelujah! Welcome, Child of Mary's womb, Thou hast triumphed, God Incarnate, O'er the dungeon of the tomb: Hallelujah ! Hell's battalions In the light of Easter morn Know their brazen portals broken By our Prince the Virgin-born. 4 Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Thou hast bound captivity, At Thy chariot wheels of glory Death is captive led by Thee. Hallelujah! we salute Thee, Thralls of Death, Thou Lord of life, Breaker of the ancient bondage, Victor in the deadly strife. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Lamb of Cod, enthroned Driest, Christ our Passover is offered. Therefore let us keep the feast: Hallelujah! Christ is risen! Earth and Heaven together sing. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Christ our King. 179 II. M. r TVR thanks to Cod the Lord ! ^~* Tlie victory is ours; And hell is overcome EASTER. 177 By Christ's triumphant pow'rs, The monster sin in chains is bound, And death has felt his mortal wound. 2 Now o'er the vanquished tomb, Behold the trophy blaze: The banner of the Cross, That pours its streaming rays, To mark the path where Jesus trod, And upward guide our steps to God. 3 Give thanks to God the Lord! The victory is won; And up the path to heaven Our march is now begun. The hymn of joy exulting raise, And shout aloud the Savior's praise. 180 6s, 5s, 81. "\I7ELCOME, happy morning! ' " Age to age shall say ! ; Hell to-day is vanquished, TIeav'n is won to-day! Lo! the dead is living, Lord for evermore ! Ilim, their true Creator, All his works adore ! Welcome, happy morning! Age to age shall say; Hell to-day is vanquished, Heav'n is won to-day ! 178 EASTER. Lo ! the dead is living, Lord for evermore! Him, their true Creator* All his works adore ! 2 Maker and Redeemer, Life and health of all, Thou from heaven beholding Ilumnn nature's fall, Of the Father's Godhead True and only Son, Manhood to deliver, Manhood didst put on. — Ref. 3 Thou, of life the author, Death didst undergo. Tread the path of darkness, Saving Btrength to show; Come, then, True and Faithful! Now fulfill Thy word; 'Tis thine own third morning; Rise, my buried Lord! — Uef. 4 Loose the hearts long prisoned, Bound with Satan's chain; All that now is fallen Raise to life again ; Show Thy face in brightness, Bid the nat ions sec ; Bring again our daylight; Day returns with Thee. EASTER. 179 181 8s, 7s, 81. IJ ALLELU J AIT ! ITallolu jali ! *■*■ Hearts to heav'n and voices raise Sing to God a hymn of gladness, Sing to God a hymn of praise; He who on the cross a victim For the world's salvation bled, Jesus Christ, the King of glory, Now is risen from the dead. Now the iron bars are broken, Christ from death to life is born, Glorious life, and life immortal, Gn this holy Easter morn: Christ has triumphed, and we conquer By His mighty enterprise, We with Him to life eternal By His Resurrection rise. Christ is risen, Christ the first-fruits Gf the holy harvest -field, Which will all its full abundance At His second coming yield: Then the gulden ears of harvest Will their heads before Him wave, Ripened by His glorious sunshine From the furrows of the grave. 180 ASCENSION. Christ is risen, we arc risen! Shed upon us heavenly grace Rain and dew and gleams of glory From the brightness of Thy face; That, with hearts in heaven dwelling, We on earth may fruitful be, And by angel-hands be gathered, And be ever, Lord, with Thee. Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Glory be to God on high; Hallelujah to the Savior Who has won the victory; Hallelujah to the Spirit, Fount of love and sanctity; Hallelujah! Hallelujah! To the Triune Majesty. Hsccnston. 182 8,7,4, OQK, ye saints! the sight is glorious! LI See the man of sorrows now! From the fight return'd victorious, Ev'ry knee to Him shall bow: Crown Him! crown Him! Crowns become the Victor's brow. 2 Crown the Savior! angels, crown Him! Rich the trophies JesttS brings; On the seat of power enthrone Him, ASCENSION. 181 While the vault of heaven rings: Crown Him! crown Him! Crown the Savior King of kings. Sinners in derision crowned Him, Mocking thus the Savior's claim; Saints and angels crowd around Him, Own His title, praise His Name: Crown Him! crown Him! Spread abroad the Victor's fame! Hark! those bursts of acclamation! Hark! those loud triumphant chords! Jesus takes the highest station: O what joy the sight affords! Crown Him! crown Him! King of kings, and Lord of lords. 183 6s, 5s, 81, GOLDEN harps are sounding, Angel voices ring, Pearly gates are opened, Opened for the King. Christ, the King of Glory, Jesus, King of love, Is gone up in triumph To His throne above. All His work is ended; Joyfully we sing, Jesus hath ascended, Glory to our King! 182 ASCENSION. He who came to save us, He who bled and died, Now is crowned with glory, At His Father's side. Never more to suffer, * Never more to die ; Jesus, King of glory, Is gone up on high. All His work, etc. 184 o Pleading for His children In that blessed place, Calling them to glory, Sending them His grace, His bright home preparing, Faithful ones, for you, Jesus ever liveth, Ever loveth too. All His work, etc. 7s, 61. f^ LORY, glory to our King! ^~* Crowns unfading wreathe His Head) Jesus is the name we sing, — JesUS risen from the dead; But the sweetest blossoms grow In the land to which we go. JesUS is gone up on high : Angels come to meet their King; Shouts triumphant rend the sky, ASCENSION. 183 While the Victor's praise they sing: "Open now, ye heavenly gates! 'Tis the King of glory waits." Now behold him high enthroned, Glory beaming from his face, T>y adoring angels owned, God of holiness and grace! Oh, for hearts and tongues to sing — "Glory, glory to our King!" 185 Os, 5s, 101. C\ CLAP your hands, ye oceans, ^ Ye floods and streams reply ; Shout, warriors of heaven, Our Glory goes on high ; As King of kings in triumph Above the starry sky: Then at the name of Jesus, All knees created bow, Of things in earth and heaven, And in the depths below. TTark, hark, ye mighty princes ! Your gates wide open fling, O haste to greet your Monarch, Who cometh triumphing, And crowd around ITim, crying, ITail, Jesus, wondrous King ! Then, etc. 184 ASCENSION. Who is this King of Glory, Whose garments purple be, With vesture dyed of Bozrah, Going up with jubilee? The Lord, in battle mighty, Who quelled our enemy. Then, etc. 0 Jesus, Thou hast conquered, Unto Thy throne ascend, Sit on the Father's right hand, Thou goal where true hearts tend, Be Thou our joy in sorrow, Our prize when time shall end. Then, etc. 186 ^PTT'elernnl gates lift up their bends, *■ The doors nre opened wide; The King of glory is gone up Unto I lis Father's side. C. M. 2 Thou art gone in before us, Lord, Thou hast prepar'd a place, That we may be whore now Thou art, And look upon Thy face. 3 And ever on Thine earthly path A gleam of glory lies; A light si ill bronks behind the clouds Thai veil Thee from our eyes. ASCENSION. 185 4 Lift up our thoughts, lift up our songs, And let Thy grace be given, That while we linger yet below, Our hearts may be in heaven. 5 That where Thou art at God's right hand, Our hope, our love may be: Dwell in us now, that we may dwell For evermore with Thee. 187 4,4, FjEAW us to Thee, *~* . For then shall we Walk in Thy steps forever, And hasten on Where Thou art gone, To be with Thee, dear Savior. Draw us to Thee, Lord, lovingly; Let us depart with gladness, That we may be Forever free From sorrow, grief, and sadness. Draw us to Thee, O grant that we May find the road to heaven ; Direct our way, Lest we should stray, And from Thy paths be driven. 18G PENTECOST. Draw us to Thee, That also we Thy heavenly bliss inherit, And ever dwell Where sin and hell ~No more can vex our spirit. Draw us to Thee Unceasingly, Into Thy kingdom take us; Let us fore'er Thy glory share, Thy saints and joint-heirs make us. 188 Pentecost C. H. M. f ET songs of praises fill the sky: ■^ Christ, our ascended Lord, Sends down J I is Spirit from on high, According to His word: All hail the day of Pentecost, The coming of the Holy Ghost! The Spirit, by His heavenly breath, ( Jreatea new life within; lie quickens sinners from the death Of trespasses and sin: All hail the day of Penteoost, The coming of the Holy Ghost! PENTECOST. 187 3 The thing's of Christ the Spirit takes, And shows them unto men; The fallen soul His temple makes; God's image stamps again: All hail the day of Pentecost, The coming of the Holy Ghost ! Come, TToly Spirit, from ahovo, With Thy celestial fire; Come, and with names of zeal and love Our hearts and tongues inspire ! P>e this our day of Pentecost, The coming of the Holy Ghost! 189 8s, 7s, 81. [ OYE Pivine, all loves excelling, ^ Joy of hoav'n, to earth come down, Fix in us Thy humhle dwelling, All Thy faithful mercies crown: Jesus ! Thou art all compassion, Pure, unbounded love Thou art ; Visit us with Thy salvation, Enter ev'ry trembling heart. 2 Preatho, oh breathe Thy loving Spirit Into every troubled breast ! Let us all in Thee inherit, Let us find that second rest. 188 PENTECOST. Take away the love of sinning; Alpha and Omega be, — End of faith as its beginning, Set our hearts at liberty . Come, almighty to deliver ! Let us all Thy life receive; Suddenly return, and never, Never more Thy temples leave. Thee wo would be always blessing, Serve Thee as Thy hosts above; Pray and praise Thee without ceasing. Glory in Thy perfect love. Finish then Thy new creation; Pure and spotless let us be: Let us see our whole salvation Perfectly secured by Thee ! Changed from glory into glory, Till in heaven we take our place, Till we cast our crown before Thee, Lost in wonder, love and praise. 190 7s, 61. pPtAOTOFS Spirit, dwell with me,— ^-* I myself would gracious be; And, with words that help and heal, Would Thy life in mine reveal; And, with actions bold and meek, W'.mld for Christ, my Savior, speak. PENTECOST. 189 Truthful Spirit, dwell with me, — I myself would truthful be; And, with wisdom kind and clear, Let Thy life in mine appear ; And, with actions brotherly, Speak my Lord's sincerity. 3 Holy Spirit, dwell with me, — I myself would holy be ; Separate from sin, T would Choose and cherish all things good; And whatever I can be Give to Him who gave me Thee. '191 6s, 5s, 121. O EAR us, Thou that broodedst *•*■ O'er the wat'ry deep, Waking all creation From its primal sleep; Holy Spirit, breathing Breath of life divine, Breathe into our spirits, Blending them with Thine. Light and life Immortal, Hear us as we raise' Hearts, as well as voices,\ Mingling prayer and praise. 100 PENTECOST. 2 When the sun arisoth In a cloudless sky, May we feel Thy presence* Holy Spirit, nigfoi; Shed Thy radiance o'er ns, Keep it cloudless still, Through the day before us, Perfecting Thy will— Kef. 3 When the fight is fiercest In the noontide heat, Bear us, Holy Spirit, To our Savior's feel ; There to find a refuge Till our work is done. There to fight the battle Till the battle's won.— Ref. A Tf the day be falling Sadly as it goes. Slowly in its sadness Sinking to its close, May Thy love in mercy K indliug, ere it die, Cast a nay of glory O'er our evening sky. — Ivef. 5 Morning, noon, and evening, Whonsoo'or it be, ( !r:int us, gracious Spirit, Quiokoning life in Thee, — PENTECOST. 191 Life that gives us, living, Life of heavenly love; Life that brings us, dying, Life from heaven above. — Eel. 192 7,7,7,5. TJOLY Ghost, the Infinite, Ti -*- Shine upon our nature's night With Thy word the blessed light, Comforter Divine! 2 We are sinful, cleanse us, Lord; We are faint, Thy strength afford ; Lost, until by Thee restored, Comforter Divine! 3 Like the dew, Thy peace distil; Guide, subdue our wayward will, Things of Christ unfolding still, Comforter Divine ! 4 In us "Abba, Father," cry, Earnest of our bliss on high, Seal of immortality, Comforter Divine ! 193 9,9,11,10,4. OW do we pray God, the Holy Ghost, N' For the "true faith which we need the most, And that He defend us, when life is ending, And from exile home we shall be wending. Lord, have mercy! 192 PENTECOST. 2 Shine in our hearts, O most precious Light, That we Jesus Christ may know aright, Clinging- to our Savior, whose blood has bought us, Who again to our true home has brought us. Lord, have mercy! 3 Thou sweetest Love, grace on lis bestow, Set our hearts with heavenly fire aglow, That with hearts united we love each other, Of one mind, in peace with every brother. Lord, have mercy! 4 Thou highest Comfort in every need ! Grant that neither shame nor death we heed, That e'en then our courage may never fail us, When at last th' Accuser shall assail us Lord, have mercy! 194 C. M. Q r*OME, IToly Ghost, Creator, come, ^ Inspire these souls of Thine; Till ev'ry heart which Thou hast made Be filFd with grace divine. Thou art the Comforter, the Gift, Of God, and lire of love; The everlasting spring of joy, And unction from above. PENTECOST. 193 3 Thy gifts are manifold, Thou writ'st God's law in each true heart; The promise of the Father, Thou Dost heavenly speech impart. 4 Enlighten our dark souls, till they Thy sacred love embrace; Assist our minds, by nature frail, With Thy celestial grace. 5 Drive far from us the mortal foe, And give us peace within; That, by Thy guidance blest, we may Escape the snares of sin. 6 Teach us the Father to confess, And Son, from death revived, And Thee, with both, O Holy Ghost, Who art from both derived. Amen. 195 6s, 6s, 81. LI OLY Spirit, hear us On this sacred day, Come to us with blessing, Come with us to stay; Come, as once Thou earnest On the faithful few, Patiently awaiting, Jesus' promise true. 194 PENTECOST. 2 Up to Heaven ascending Our dear Lord has gone; Yet His little children Leaves He not alone, To His blessed promise Now in faith we cling, Comforter most Holy! Spread o'er us Thy wing. 3 Lighten Thou our darkness, Be Thyself our Light, Strengthen Thou our weakness, Spirit of all Might! In our doubts give counsel, In temptation aid, Say to us in danger, "Be not ye afraid!" 4 Spirit of Adoption! Make us overflow With Thy sevenfold blessing And in grace to grow; "Into Christ baptized." (Jranl that wo may be: Day and night, dear Spirit! Perfected by Thee. 196 T C. P. M O Tlioe, O Comforter divine, For all Thy grace and powY benign. Sing we Alleluia ! PENTECOST. 195 To Thee, whose faithful love had place In God's great covenant of grace, Sing we Alleluia! 2 To Thee, whose faithful voice doth win The wandering from the ways of sin, Sing we Alleluia! To Thee, whose faithful power doth heal, Enlighten, sanctify, and seal, Sing we Alleluia! 3 To Thee, whose faitjiful truth is shown By every promise made our own, Sing we x\lleluia ! To Thee, our Teacher and our Friend, Our faithful Leader to the end, Sing we Alleluia! 4 To Thee, by Jesus Christ sent down, Of all His gifts the sum and crown, Sing we Alleluia ! To Thee, who art with God the Son And God the Father ever One, Sing we Alleluia! 197 7s. IT OLY Ghost ! with light divine, -*■ A Shine upon this heart of mine ; Chase the shades of night away, Turn my darkness into day. 193 PENTECOST. 2 Holy Ghost ! with power divine, Cleanse this guilty heart of mine; Long hath sin, without control, Held dominion o'er my soul. 3 TToly Ghost ! with joy divine, Cheer this saddened heart of mine; Hid my many woes depart, Ileal my wounded, bleeding heart. 4 Holy Spirit! all divine, Dwell within this heart of mine; Cast down every idol-throne, Reign supreme — and reign alone. 198 POME, Holy Spirit, eome! ^ Let Thy bright beams arise: Dispel the sorrow from our minds, The darkness from our eyes. 2 Revive our drooping faith; Our doubts and fears remove; And kindle in our breasts the flame Of never-dying love. o Convince us of our sin, Then load to Jesus' blood; And to out wondering view reveal The mercies of our God. S.M. PENTECOST. 197 4 'Tis Thine to cleanse the heart, To sanctify the soul, To pour fresh life on every part, And new-create the whole. 5 Dwell, therefore, in our hearts; Our minds from bondage free: Then shall we know, and praise, and love, The Father, Son, and Thee. 199 C. M. POME, Holy Spirit, heav'nly Dove, ^ With all Thy quick'ning pow'rs; Kindle a flame of sacred love In these cold hearts of ours. 2 See, how we grovel here below, Fond of these earthly toys; Our souls, how heavily they go, To reach eternal joys! 3 In vain we tune our formal songs, In vain we strive to rise : Hosannas languish on our tongues, And our devotion dies. 4 Dear Lord, and shall we ever live At this poor dying rate — Our love so cold, so faint to Thee, And Thine to us so great ? 198 PENTECOST. Come, Holy Spirit, heavenly Dove, With all Thy quickening1 powers. Come, shed abroad a Savior's love, And that shall kindle ours. 200 8, C>, 8, 4. fjUE blest Redeemer, ere TTe breathed ^ His tender last farewell, A Guide, a Comforter bequeath d With us to dwell. 2 lie came sweet influence to impart, A gracious, willing (inost, Where He can find one humble heart Wherein to rest. 3 And every virtue we possess, And every victory wen. And every thought of holiness, Are J lis alone. 4 Spirit pf pnrily and grace,. Our weakness, pitying, see; Oil, make onr hearts Thy dwelling-place. And meet for Thee! 5 Oh! praise the Father, praise (lie Son, Blest Spirit, praise to Thee! All praise to God, tlie Three in On<\ The One in Three- TRINITY. 199 trinity, 201 8s, 7s, 81. | ORT> Thy glory fills the lioaven; *-* Earth is with its fullness stored; Unto Thee be glory given, Holy, holy, holy Lord! Ileav'n is still with anthems ringing; Earth takes up the angels' cry; Holy, holy, holy, singing, Lord of hosts, Thou Lord most high ! 2 Ever thus in God's high praises, Brethren, let our tongues unite, While our thoughts His greatness raises, And our love His gifts excite; With His seraph train before Him, With His holy Church below, Thus unite we to adore Him, Bid we thus our anthem flow. Lord, Thy glory fills the heaven, Earth is with its fullness stored; Unto Thee be glory given, Holy, holy, holy .Lord ! Thus, Thy glorious day confessing, We adopt the angels' cry; Holy, 'holy, holy, blessing Thee, the Lord our God most high! 200 TRINITY. 202 7s, 61. O EVIDENTLY we worship Thee, *■*■ High and holy Trinity! One in Three, and Three in One, Seated on Thy heav'nly throne ! Thanks and praise to Thee we pay, Who art God and Lord for aye. 2 Day and night unceasing praise All the hosts of heaven upraise: Saints — their life of trial past — Crowns of gold before Thee cast; All things cry with one accord, "Holy, holy, holy, Lord!" 3 Holy Father! Who in love, Sentest Jesus from above! Very Man, yet God the Son, Who for us hast glory won! IToly Ghost! our life and light, We, to bless Thy Name, unite ! 1 Wondrous is the mystery Of the Holy Trinity! Not the angels bright who stand Near the throne at God's right hand, Deepest secrets can declare Which our God hath hidden there. TRINITY. 201 Only this, O Lord, we know, 'Tis from thence all blessings flow We, who see not, may adore, We may love Thee more and more, Praising, with the heavenly host, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. 203 H. M. T1TE give immortal praise VY To God the Father's love, For all our comforts here, And better hopes above : He sent His own eternal Son To die for sins that man had done. To God the Son belongs Immortal glory too, Who bought us with His blood From everlasting woe : And now He lives, and now He reigns, And sees the fruit of all His pains. To God the Spirit's name Immortal worship give, Whose new-creating power Makes the dead sinner live: His work completes the great design, And fills the soul with joy divine. 202 TRINITY. 4 Almighty God ! to Thee Be endless honors done, The undivided Three, The great and glorious One: Where reason fails, with all her powers, There faith prevails and love adores. 204 8, 5, 8, 5, 8, 7. ANGEL voices, over singing, Bound Thy throne of light, Angel harps for ever ringing, Best not day nor night ; Thousands only live to bless Thee, And confess Thee, Lord of might ! 2 Thou, who art beyond the farthest Mortal eye can scan. Can it be that Thou regardest Sonus of sinful man \ Can we feel that. Thou art near us, And wilt hear us? Yea, we can! TTere, great God, to-day we ofFer Of Thine own to Thee; And for Thine acceptance pro O'er, All unworthily, Hearts mid minds, and hands and voices. In our choicest melody. TRINITY. 203 4 Honor, glory, might, and merit Thine shall ever be, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, Blessed Trinity! Of the best that Thou hast given, Earth and Heaven render Thee! 205 8s, 7s, 81. ROUND the Lord in glory seated Cherubim and seraphim rilled His temple and repeated Each to each th'alternate hymn: "Lord, Thy glory fills the heaven, Earth is with its fulness stored; Unto Thee be glory given, Holy, holy, holy Lord!" Heaven is still with glory ringing, Earth takes up the angels' cry, "Holy, holy, holy," singing, "Lord of hosts, the Lord Most High!" With His seraph train before Him, With His holy Church below, Thus conspire we to adore Him, Bid we thus our anthem now: "Lord, Thy glory fills the heaven, Earth is with its fulness stored; Unto Thee be glory given, Holy, holy, holy, Lord!" 204 TRINITY. Thus Thy glorious Name confessing, We adopt Thine angels' cry, "Holy, holy, holy!" blessing Thee, the Lord of hosts Most High. 206 7s, 61. pATIIER, Son, and Holy Ghost, A One in Three, and Three in One, As by the celestial host, Let Thy will on earth be done; Praise by all to Thee be giv'n, Glorious Lord of earth and heav'n! 2 Vilest of the fallen race, Lo, I answer to Thy call; Meanest vessel of Thy grace, Grace divinely free for all; Lo, I come to do Thy will, All Thy counsel to fulfill. 3 If so poor a worm as I May to Thy great glory live, All my actions sanctify, All my words and thoughts receive ; Claim me for Thy service; claim All I have, and all I am. 4 Take my soul and body's powers, Take my memory, mind and will All my goods, and all my hours, TRINITY. 205 All I know and all I feel, All 1 think, or speak, or do; Take my heart, but make it new. 207 7s, 61. IJOLY, holy, holy Lord "■"*• God of hosts, eternal King, By the heav'ns and earth adored; Angels and arch-angels sing, Chanting everlastingly To the blessed Trinity. 2 Since by Thee were all things made, And in Thee do all things live, Be to Thee all honor paid, Praise to Thee let all things give, Singing everlastingly To the blessed Trinity. 3 Thousands, tens of thousands stand, Spirits blest before Thy throne, Speeding thence at Thy command; And when Thy command is done, Singing everlastingly To the blessed Trinity. 4 Cherubim and seraphim Veil their faces with their wings; Eyes of angels are too dim To behold the King of kings, While they sing eternally To the blessed Trinity. 206 TRINITY. Thee, apostles, prophets Thee Thee, the noble martyr band, Praise with solemn jubilee, Thee, the Church in every land Singing everlastingly To the blessed Trinity. G Alleluia! Lord, to Thee, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, Three in One, and One in Three, Join we with the heavenly host, Singing everlastingly To the blessed Trinity. 208 9,10,9,9,10,9,9,9. OLY, holy, holy is the Lord! H Sing, O ye people, gladly adore Him: Let the mountains tremble at His word; hot the hills be joyful before Him; ]\Iij4hty in wisdom, boundless in mercy, Great is Jehovah, King over all. Holy, holy, holy is the Lord, Let the hills be joyful before Him. 2 Praise Him, praise Him, shout aloud for joy, Watchman of /ion, herald the story; Sin and death His kingdom shall destroy; All the earth shall sinjj: of His glory; Praise Him, ye angels, ye who behold Him Robed in His splendor, matchless, divine. — Clio. TRINITY. 20^ King eternal, blessed be His name ! So may His children gladly adore Him, When in heaven we join the happy strain, When we cast our bright crowns bef ore Him; There in His likeness joyful awaking, There we shall see Ilim, there we shall sing. — Cho. 209 L. M, Q HOLY, blessed Trinity, ^ Divine, essential Unity, God, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, Be Thou this day my Guide and Host. 2 lEy soul and body keep from harm, O'er all I have extend Thine arm, That Satan may not cause distress, Xor 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 ]\iaker, strengthen Thou my heart, O my Redeemer, help impart, Blest Comforter, keep at my side, That faith and love in me abide. 208 TRINITY. 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. 210 7s, 81. T ET us sing our Father's love, *-* Love of Him who reigns above, Love that sacrificed a Son To redeem our souls undone. We will praise the God of love, With the angel choir above, We will join to sound abroad Grateful praises to our God. 2 Let us sing our Savior's love, Love that brought Him from above, On the cross Tlis life to give That we might not die but live. 3 Let us sing the Spirit's love. Love of Him who, from above, Comes to give lis lieav'nly light, Wand'ring in this world of night. 211 rOMK, Thou almighty King, ^ Help us Thy Name to sing, Help ns to praise I Father all glorious, 6, 4. TRINITY. 209 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 defence be made; Our souls on Thee be stayed; Lord, hear our call! 3 Come, Thou incarnate Word, Gird on Thy mighty sword, Our prayer 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 every heart, And ne'er from us depart, Spirit of power! 5 To the great One in Three Eternal praises be, Hence, evermore ! 210 TRINITY. His sovereign Majesty May we in glory see, And to eternity Love and adore. 212 11,12,11,10. TTOLY, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty; -*• -*■ Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee : Holy, Holy, Holy, merciful and mighty; God in Three Persons, blessed Trinity! 2 Holy, Holy, Holy ! all the saints adore Thee, Casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea; Cherubim and Seraphim falling down before Thee, Which wert, and art, and evermore shalt be. .3 Holy, Holy, Holy! though the darkness hide Thee, Though the eye of sinful man Thy glory may not see, Only Thou art holy: there is none beside Thee Perfect in power, in love, and purity. 4 Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty! All Thy works shall praise Thy Name, in earth, and sky, and sea: Holy, Holy Holy! mereiful and mighty; God in Three Persons, Blessed Trinily! TRINITY. 211 213 7, 7. UAEK! the loud celestial hymn, •*■ * Angel choirs above are raising ; Cherubim and seraphim, In unceasing chorus praising, Fill the heavns with sweet accord; Holy, Holy, Holy Lord! 2 Lo! the apostolic train Join Thy sacred Name to hallow Prophets swell the loud refrain, And the white-robed martyrs follow And from morn to set of sun, Through the Church the song goes on. 3 Holy Father, Holy Son, Holy Spirit, Three we name Thee; AYhile in essence only One, Undivided God, we claim Thee; And, adoring, bend the knee, While we own the mystery. 214 L. M. Q HOLY, Holy, Holy Lord, ^ Bright in Thy deeds and in Thy Name, Forever be Thy Name ador'd, Thy glories let the world proclaim. 212 TRINITY. 2 O Jesus, Lamb once crucified To take our load of sins away, Thine be the hymn that rolls its tide Along the realms of upper day. 3 O Holy Spirit from above, In streams of light and glory given, Thou source of ecstasy and love, Thy praises ring thro' earth and heaven. 4 O God Triune, to Thee we owe Our every thought, our every song; And ever may Thy praises flow From saint and seraph's burning tongue. 215 7s. PLORY to the Father give, ^-* God in whom we move and live; Children's pray'rs ITc deigns to hear, Children's songs delight His ear. 2 Glory to the Son we bring, Christ our Prophet, Priest and King; Children, raise your sweetest strain To the Lamb, for He was slain. 3 Glory to the Holy Ghost, Who reclaims the sinner lost; Children's minds may He inspire, Touch their tongues with holy firo. TRINITY. 213 4 Glory in the highest be To the blessed Trinity, For the Gospel from above, For the word that God is love. 216 7s. UOLY, holy, holy Lord! •*- -*■ Be Thy glorious Name adored. Lord, Thy mercies never fail: Hail, celestial Goodness, hail! 2 Though unworthy, Lord, Thine ear, Deign our humble songs to hear. Purer praise we hope to bring, When around Thy throne we sing. 3 There no tongue shall silent be; All shall join in harmony; That through heaven's capacious round Praise to Thee may ever sound. 4 Lord, Thy mercies never fail: Hail, celestial Goodness, hail! Holy, holy, holy Lord ! Be Thy glorious Name adored. 217 8, 7, 4, 7. DLESSED Father! Great Creator! *-* Humbly at Thy feet we bend; To Thy throne for all Thy favors, 214 THB WORD. Youthful praises now we send. Blessed Father ! To our youthful songs attend. 2 Blessed Jesus! Great Redeemer! Sadly by Thy Cross we stand; On that Cross Thou diedst to bring us To the joys of Thy right hand. Blessed Jesus! Bring us to Thy heavenly land. 3 Blessed Spirit! Great Consoler! Make our hearts Thy dwelling place: Teach us, guide us, sanctify us, And console us all our days. Blessed Spirit ! Ever cheer us with Thy grace. 4 Blessed Father, Son, and Spirit, Glorious Godhead, Three in One! Guide us to the Heaven of heavens, Through the merits of the Son. Guide and guard its, Till we see Him on the throne. The mord. 218 Oil, may Thy Word, m.v God, A light before me shine, To guide my feet upon the way To that blest house of Thine. S. M. 81. THE WORD. 215 Oh, may Thy word, my God, My guide and counsel be, When trials and temptations come, To turn my thoughts to Thee. Oh, may Thy word, my God, My comfort be, and cheer When friends are false, and death shall take From me the loved and dear. Oh, may Thy word, my God, Like light-house on the sea, Show where the cruel breakers are, And make a path to Thee. Oh, may Thy word, my God, Beam like the gentle moon Upon my eyes, that waiting look, While shadows 'round me loom. Oh, may Thy word, my God, So full of truth and love ; Teach ev'ry heart to worship Thee, And look in trust above. 219 L C. M. 81. O on a mount a tree doth stand ; It bends with weight of gold ; And ev'ry one throughout the land Its glory may behold. Early and late, come countless bands In search of treasure rare ; They shake the tree with eager hands, To gather fruit so fair. 216 THE WORD. 2 Yet ever full the tree is found, Its riches all remain; However much falls to the ground, The fruit still grows again. What is its name, and can you tell Where it on earth may be ? Who knows it? Who can answer well? — The Bible is the Tree. 220 8,8,7,4,8. HOLY Spirit, enter in, 0 And in our hearts Thy work begin, Thy temple deign to make us; Sun of the soul, Thou Light divine, Around and in us brightly shine, To joy and gladness wake us. That we To Thee Truly living, To Thee giving Prayer unceasing, Still may be in love increasing. dive to Thy Word impressive power, That in our hearts, from this good hour, As fire it may be glowing; That we confess the Father, Son, And Thee, the Spirit, Three in One, Thy glory ever showing. O stay And sway Onr souls ever. That they never May forsake Thee, But by faith (heir refuge make Thee. THE WORD. 217 Thou Fountain, whence all wisdom flows, Which God on pious hearts bestows, Grant us Thy consolation, That in our pure faith's unity We faithful witnesses may be Of grace that brings salvation. Hear us, Cheer us, By Thy teaching; Let our preaching And our labor Praise Thee, Lord, and bless our neighbor. 221 C. M. T AMP of our feet, whereby we trace *~* Our path, when wont to stray, Stream from the fount of heav'nly grace, Brook by the traveler's way. 2 Bread of our souls, whereon we feed, True manna from on high; Our guide and chart, wherein we read Of realms beyond the sky : 3 Pillar of fire, through watches dark, Or radiant cloud by day; When waves would 'whelm our tossing bark, Our anchor and our stay: 4 Word of the ever-living God, Will of His glorious Son; Without Thee how could earth be trod, Or heaven itself be won? 218 THE WORD. 5 Lord, grant us all aright to learn The wisdom it imparts; And to its heavenly teaching turn, With simple, childlike hearts. 222 C. M. LlOW shall the young secure their hearts -*--*■ And guard their lives from sin? Thy word the choicest rules imparts To keep the conscience clean. 2 'Tis like the sun, a heavenly light, That guides us all the day ; And through the dangers of the night A lamp to lead our way. 3 The starry heavens Thy rule obey, The earth maintains her place; And those Thy servants, night and dn.v. Thy skill and power express. 4 But still Thy Law and Cospel, Lord, Have lessons more divine; Not earth stands tinner than Thy Word, Nor stars so nobly shine. 5 Thy Word is everlasting truth: I low pure is every page! Thai holy Hook shall guide our youth, And well support our age. THE WORD. 219 223 6,4. nrnOU! whose almighty word * Chaos and darkness heard, And took their flight, Hear us, we humbly pray, And, where the gospel's day Sheds not its glorious ray, '•Let there be light!" 2 Thou! who didst come to bring, On Thy redeeming wing, Healing and sight. Health to the sick in mind, Sight to the inly blind, — Oh, now to all mankind, "Let there be light !" 3 Spirit of truth and love, Life-giving holy Dove! Speed forth thy flight: Move o'er the waters' face, Bearing the lamp of grace, And in earth's darkest place, "Let there be light !" 4 Blessed and holy Three, All-glorious Trinity, — Wisdom, Love, Might! Boundless as ocean's tide 220 THE WORD. Rolling in fullest pride, Through the world, far and wide,- "Let there be light !" 224 7s, 6s, 81. AlfE love the good old Bible, *■ The glorious Word of God: The lamp for those who travel O'er all life's dreary road. The watchword in life's battle, The chart on life's dark sea; The beautiful, dear Bible, It shall our teacher be. 2 Who would not love the Bible, So beautiful and wise? Its teachings charm the simple, And point us to the skies. Its stories all so mighty, Of men so brave to see; The Bible, O the Bible, It shall our teacher be. 3 But most we love the Bible, For there we children learn ITow Christ for us became a child, Our hearts to Him to turn; And how TTo bowed to sorrow, That we His face might see, The Bible, O the Bible, It shall our teacher be. THE WORD. 221 Then we will hold the Bible, The glorious book of God; We'll ne'er forsake the Bible Through all life's future road. And when we lie a-dying, Wherever that may be, The beautiful, dear Bible, Shall still our solace be. 225 C. M. GREAT God with wonder and with praise On all Thy works I look; But still Thy wisdom, pow'r and grace Shine brightest in Thy book. 2 The stars that in their courses roll, Have much instruction given; But Thy good word informs my soul How I may soar to Heaven. 3 The fields provide me food, and show The goodness of the Lord ; But fruits of life and glory grow In Thy most holy word. 4 Here are my choicest treasures hid, Here my best comfort lies ; Here my desires are satisfied, And here my hopes arise. 222 THE WORD. 5 Lord, may we understand Thy law, Show what my faults have been; And from Thy gospel let me draw Pardon from all my sins. C> Here would I learn how Christ has died To save my soul from hell; Not all the books on earth beside, Such Heavenly wonders tell. 7 Then let me love my Bible more, And take a fresh delight, By day to read these wonders o'er, And meditate by night. 226 7s. TT OLY Bible, book divine, * * Precious treasure, thou art mine ; Mine to tell me whence' I came, Mine to teach me what I am. 2 Mine to chide me when I rove, Mine to show a Savior's love; Mine art Thon to guide my foci. Mint; to judge, condemn, acquit. X Mine to comfort in distress, [f the Holy Spirit bless; Mine !o show by living faith Man can triumph over death. THE WORD. 223 4 Mine to tell of joys to come, Light and life beyond the tomb; Holy Bible, book divine, Precious treasure, thou art mine. 227 C. M. T OIID, I have made Thy Word my choice, ■^ My lasting heritage ; There shall my noblest pow'rs rejoice, My warmest thoughts engage. 2 I'll read the his'tries of Thy love, And keep Thy laws in sight, While thro' the promises I rove With ever fresh delight. 3 'Tis a broad land of wealth unknown, Where springs of life arise, Seeds of immortal bliss are sown, And hidden glory lies. 4 The best relief that mourners have, It makes our sorrows blest ; Our fairest hope beyond the grave, And our eternal rest. 228 CM. UOW precious is the Book divine, ■*■■*■ By inspiration given! Bright as a lamp its doctrines shine, To guide our souls to heaven. 224 THE WORD. 2 O'er all the straight and narrow way Its radiant beams are cast; A light whoso never weary ray Grows brightest at the last. 3 It sweetly cheers our drooping hearts In this dark vale of tears; Life, light, and joy it still imparts, And quells our rising fears. 4 This lamp through all the tedious night Of life, shall guide our way, Till we behold the clearer light Of an eternal day. 229 L. M. f ORD, open Thou my heart to hear, *-* And by Thy Word to me draw near, Let me Thy Word still pure retain, Let me Thy child and heir remain. 2 Thy Word doth move the inmost heart, Thy Word doth perfect health impart, Thy Word my soul with joy doth bless, Thy Word brings peace and blessedness. .'{ Glory to God, the Father, Son, And Holy Spirit, Three in One! To Thee, O blessed Trinity, Be praised throughout eternity! THE WORD. 225 230 7s. C PRE AD, oh, spread, Thou mighty word, ^ Spread the kingdom of the Lord, Wheresoe'er His breath has given Life to beings meant for heaven. 2 Tell them how the Father's will Made the world, and keeps it still; How He sent His Son to save All who help and comfort crave. 3 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. '4: Lord of harvest, let there be Joy and strength to work for Thee ; Let the nations, far and near, See Thy light, and learn Thy fear. 231 L. M. T ORD, grant that we e'er pure retain ■^ The catechismal doctrine plain, As Luther taught the heavenly truth In simple words to tender youth. 2 That we Thy holy Law may know And mourn our sin and all its woe, And yet believe in Father, Son And Holy Spirit, Three in One. 220 THE WORD. 3 That we on Thee* our Father, call Who canst and wilt give help to all; That as Thy children we may live, Whom Thou in Baptism didst receive. 4 That, if we fall, we rise again, Repentingly confess our sin, And take the Sacrament in faith; — Amen. God grant a happy death! 232 10, 8, 8, 8. l\/[ Y Bible ! my Bible ! 'tis a book divine, ■*■'-■■ Where heav'nly truth and mercy shine, And wisdom speaks in ev'ry line. | : And speaks to me. :| 2 My Bible! my Bible! in this book alone I find God's holy will made known; And here J J is love to man is shown — | : His love to me. :| 3 My Bible! my Bible! hqre with joy 1 trace The records of redeeming grace) Glad tidings to a sinful race; | : Good news to me. :| 4 My Bible! my Bible! bore it is 1 road How Jesus did for simxers blood: Oh, this was wondrous Love indeed! | : Christ bled for mo. :| BAPTISM. 5 My Bible! my Bible! oh, that I may ne'er Consult it but with faith and prayer That T may see my Savior there, I : "Who died for me. :| 233 Baptism* Os, T WAS made a Christian ■*■ When my name was giv'n, One of God's dear children, And an heir of Ileav n. In the name of Christian I will glory now, Evermore remember My Baptismal vow. 2 I must, like a Christian, Shun all evil ways, Keep the faith of Jesus, Serve Him all my days. Called to be a Christian, I will praise the Lord, Seek for His assistance So to keep my word. 3 All a Christian's blessings I will claim for mine : Holy work and worship, Fellowship Divine. 228 BAPTISM. 234 Father, Son, and Spirit, Give me grace, that I Still may live a Christian, And a Christian die. C. M. 81. A T Jesus' feet our infant sweet •* *■ We lay with all its stain, That renders it for hcav'n unmeet Until 'tis born again: We here embrace I lis proffered grace In this baptismal wave, ~Nor shall the world our trust efface — The bath its soul will save. 2 We fail to see the Holy Three Concealed the font within, Mere water seems the mystery That cleanses us from sin; But who limy lei! what virtues dwell Thro' God's word in that flood) Or wlio the simple faith repel Thai owns it Jesus' blood ( 3 We bring our child by sin defiled Then, dearest Lord! to Thee, Here clothe it in Thy nature mild, From sin here make it free ; And buried here in death s< vere. To new life may it pise, And trained for Thee, with Thee appear Immortal in the skies. LORD'S SUPPER. 229 235 f AMB of God, for sinners slain; *-^ By Thy mercy born again, For Thy guidance still we pray, Lest from grace we fall away. 2 By the mystic cleansing flood, By the Water and the Blood, Washed and sanctified to Thee, Holy may we ever be. 3 Aid ns with Thy daily grace Steadfastly to run our race: Grant us victory in the strife, And the prize of endless life. 4 Praise to Thee, from all on earth, God, who gavest us new birth; Praise from all the heavenly host ; Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. 236 Lord's Supper. 7s. 7s, 6s, 81. 0 LIVING Bread from heaven, How hast Thou fed Thy guest! The gifts Thou now hast given Have filled my heart with rest. 230 LORD'S SUPPER. 0 wondrous Food of blessing ! 0 Cup that heals our woes ! My heart this gift possessing, In thankful song o'erilows. 2 My Lord, Thou here hast led me Within Thy holiest place, And there Thyself hast fed mo With treasures of Thy grace; And Thou hast freely given What earth could never buy, The Bread of life from heaven; That now I shall not die ! 3 Thou givest all I wanted The Food can death destroy; And Thou hast freely granted The Cup of endless joy, Ah, Lord, I do not merit The favor Thou hast shown, And all my sold and spirit Bow down before Thy Throne! 4 Lord, grant me that, thus strengthened With heavenly food, while here My course on earth is lengthened, 1 serve with holy tear ; And when Thou cidl'st my Spirit To leave this world below, 1 enter, through Thy merit, Where joys unmingled flow. CHILDeOOD. 231 237 10s. PjRAW nigh and take the body of your Lord, ^ And drink the holy blood for you outpoured. Offered was He for greatest and for least, Himself the victim and Himself the priest. 2 He that in this world rules His saints, and shields, To all believers life eternal yields ; With heavenly bread makes them that hunger whole, Gives living waters to the thirsting soul. 3 Approach ye then with faithful hearts sincere, And take the pledges of salvation here. O Judge of all, our only Savior Thou, In this Thy feast of love be with us now. Childhood. 238 8s, 7s, 81. UUSH, my babe, lie still and slumber, *■*■ Holy angels guard Thy bed. Heav'nly blessings without number, Gently falling on Thy head, How much better thou'rt attended, Than the Son of God could be ; When from heaven He descended, And became a child like thee. 232 CHILDHOOD. Soft and easy is Thy cradle, Coarse and hard Thy Savior lay; When His birth-place was a stable, And His softest bed was hay, Oh, to tell the wondrous story, How to earth came our great King; How became the Lord of glory, Makes me love Him while I sing. 3 Yes, all this He suffered for thee, He the Son of Man and God, That His angels now might guard thee Whom He purchased with His blood. May'st thou learn to know and fear Him, Love and trust Him all thy days, Then to dwell forever near Him, Tell His love and sing His praise. 239 P. M. A LOVE the clear, bine sky, *■ * In Heaven's bright abode, The angel host on high, Sing ]) raises Lo their God. Alleluia! They l<>vo to sing, To God their King, Alleluia! CHILDHOOD. 233 But God from infant tongues On earth receiveth praise; We then our cheerful songs In sweet accord will raise. AUeluia ! We too will sing To God our King, Alleluia ! 240 7s, 6s, 81. C\ KIXD and gentle Savior, ^ Who art the children's Friend, We pray Thee now receive us, Thy blessing on us send. Our joys and all our sorrows, Thou wiliest we should bring, And lay them all before Thee, Our good and gracious King. To Thee of old their children The people came and brought ; From Thee Thy grace and favor For little ones they sought; And Thou didst not forbid them, For Thou art good and kind; In Thee a loving Savior May we, Thy children, find. Let not our ways and doings Dishonor Thy dear Xame, Xor words, nor deeds of evil Our Christian calling shame. 234 CHILDHOOD. Grant us Thy grace, that boldly Wo may our Lord confess '; While for all gifts Thou givest, Thy holy Name we bless. 241 H. M. T TUSITED was the evening hymn, *■ *■ The temple courts were dark : The lamp was burning dim Before the sacred ark; When suddenly a voice divine Eang thro' the silence of the shrine. 2 The old man, meek and mild, The priest of Israel, slept; ITis watch the temple-child, The little Levite, kept; And what from Eli's souse \v;is sealed, The Lord to Hannah's son revealed. 3 O give me Samuel's ear, The open ear, O Lord, Alive and quick to near Each whisper of Thy Word; Like bin) to answer ;it. Thy call, And to obey Thee first of all. 4 O give me Samuel's heart, A lowly hearl (hat waits Where in Thy house Thou art, CHILDHOOD. 235 Or watches at Thy gates By day and night ; a heart that still ILoves at the breathing of Thy will. 5 O give me Samuel's mind, A sweet unmurmuring faith, Obedient and resigned To Thee in life and death; That I may read with child-like eyes Truths that are hidden from the wise. 242 7,7,8,8,7.7. CEEIXG I am Jesus' lamb, ^ Ever glad at heart I am O'er my Shepherd kind and good, Who provides me daily food, And His lamb by name doth call, For He knows and loves us all. 2 Guided by His gentle staff Where the sunny pastures laugh, I go in and out and feed, Lacking nothing that I need; When I thirst, my feet He brings To the fresh and living springs. 3 Shall I not rejoice for this? He is mine, and I am His : And when these bright days are past, Safely in His arms at last He will bear me home to heaven ; Ah, what joy hath Jesus given! 236 CHILDHOOD. 243 c. m. OW happy is the child who hears Instruction's warning voice, And who celestial wisdom makes His early, only choice ! H 2 For she has treasures greater far Than east or west unfold; And her rewards more precious arc Than all their stores of gold. 3 She guides the young with innocence In pleasure's path to tread ; A crown of glory she bestows Upon the hoary head. 4 According as her labors rise, So her rewards increase ; Her ways arc ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace. 244 8, 7. SAVIOR while my heart is tender, I would yield that heart to Thee; All my pow'rs to Thee surrender, Thine, and only Thine, to be. 2 Take me now, Lord Jesus, take me, Let my youthful heart be Thine: Thy Be mine through life to live in her, And when the Lord shall call, To die in her, the Spouse of Christ, The Mother of us all. 267 Os, fis, 81, T7ROM the eastern mountains •*■ Pressing on they come, Wise men in (heir wisdom To His hnmhlo home; Stirr'd by deep devotion, Hasting from afar, Ever journeying onward, (Wiided by a star. Tight of light that shineth Ere I b|e wDfilda bogan, l)r;iw Then near, and lighten Every heart of man. REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 255 2 There their Lord and Savior Meek and lowly lay, Wondrous light that led them Onward on their way, Ever now to lighten Nations from afar, As they journey homeward By that guiding star. — Eef . 3 Thou Who in a manger Once hast lowly lain, Who dost now in glory O'er all kingdoms reign, Gather in the heathen, Who in lands afar Ne'er have seen the brightness Of Thy guiding star. — Kef. 4 Gather in the outcasts, All who've gone astray, Throw Thy radiance o'er them, Guide them on their way; Those who never knew Thee, Those who've wandered far, Lead them by the brightness Of Thy guiding star. — Eef. 5 Onward through the darkness Of the lonely night, Shining still before them With Thy kindly light, 256 REFORMATION— CHURCH- MISSION. Guide them, Jew and Gentile, Homeward from afar, Young and old together, By Thy guiding star. — Ref. 6 Until every nation, Whether bond or free, '.Neath Thy starlit banner, Jesus, follow Thee O'er the distant mountains To that heavenly home Where no sin nor sorrow Evermore shall come. — Hef. 268 l. m. HERE, in Thy Name, eternal God, We build this earthly house for Thee; O choose it for Thy fixed abode, And keep it from all error free. 2 Here, when Thy people seek Thy face, And dying sinners pray to live, Hear Thou in heaven, Thy dwelling place, And when Thou nearest, Lord, forgive. ',j Here, when Thy messengers proclaim The blessed Gospel of Thy Son, Still by the power of His great name I>e mighty signs and wonders done. REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 25: 4 When children's voices raise the song, Hosanna to the heavenly King! Let heaven, with earth, the strain prolong, Hosanna! let the angels sing. 5 Thy glory never hence depart ; Yet choose not, Lord, this house alone: Thy kingdom come to every heart, In every bosom fix Thy throne. 269 C. M. 81. 9, jV^ Y Church ! my Church ! my dear old Church ! *•'■* My fathers' and my own! On Prophets and Apostles built, And Christ the corner-stone! All else beside, by storm or tide, May yet be overthrown; But not my Church — my dear old Church — My fathers' and my own! My Church ! my Church ! my dear old Church ! My glory and my pride ! Firm in the Faith Immanuel taught, She holds no faith beside. Upon this Rock, 'gainst every shock, Though gates of hell assail, She stands secure, with promise sure, "They never shall prevail." 258 REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 3 My Church ! my Church ! my dear old Church ! I love her ancient name ; And God forbid, a child of hers Should ever do her shame! Her mother-care, I'll ever share; Her child I am alone, Till He who gave me to her arms Shall call me to His own. 4 My Church ! my Church ! my dear old Church ! I've heard the tale of blood, Of hearts that loved her to the death — The great, the wise, the good. Our martyred sires defied the fires For Christ the crucified; The once delivered Faith to keep, They burned, they bled, they died. 5 My Church! my Church! I love my Church, For she exalts my Lord! She speaks, she breathes, she teaches not, But from His written Word, And if her voice bids me rejoice, From all my sins released; 'Tis through the atoning sacrifice, And Jesus is the Priest. (J My Church! my Church! I love my Chinch, For she doll) lead "io on To Zion's Palace Beautiful, Where Christ my Lord hath gone: REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 259 From all below, she bids me go, To Him, the Life, the Way, The Truth to guide my erring feet From darkness into day, 7 Then here, my Church ! my dear old Church ! Thy child would add a vow, To that whose token once was signed Upon his infant brow: — Assault who may, kiss and betray, Dishonor and disown, My Church shall yet be dear to me, My fathers' and my own! 270 L. M. [ ORD, keep us in Thy Word and work, *■** Restrain the murderous Pope and Turk Who fain would tear from off Thy throne Christ Jesus, Thy beloved Son. 2 Lord Jesus Christ, Thy power make known For Thou art Lord of lords alone; Shield Thy poor Christendom, that we May evermore sing praise to Thee. 3 Thou Comforter of priceless worth, Give one mind to Thy flock on earth, Stand by us in our final strife, And lead us out of death to life. 260 REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 4 Destroy their counsels, Lord our God, And smite them with an iron rod, And let them fall into the snare Which for Thy Christians they prepare. So that at last they may perceive That, Lord our God, Thou still dost live, And dost deliver mightily All those who put their trust in Thee. 271 c. r. m. pEAE not, O little flock, the Foe * Who madly seeks your overthrow ; Dread not his rage and power : 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, TTis Gideon shall for you arise, Uphold you and IT is Word. H As true as God's own Word is true, Not earth nor hell with all their crew Against us shall prevail. A jest and by-word are they grown; God is with us; we are His own; Our victory can not fail. REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 261 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! 272 7s, 6s, 81. ^I7*ITII hearts in love abounding, * " Prepare we now to sing A lofty theme resounding Thy praise, Almighty King; Whose love, rich gifts bestowing Redeemed the human race; Whose lips with zeal o'erflowing, Breathe words of truth and grace. 2 So reign, O God, of Heaven, Eternally the same; And endless praise be given To Thy Almighty Name. Clothed in Thy dazzling brightness, Thy Church on earth behold, In robe of purest whiteness, In raiment wrought with gold. 3 And let each Gentile nation Come gladly in her train, To share Thy great salvation, And join her grateful strain: 262 REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 1 Then ne'er shall note of sadness Awake the trembling string; One song of joy and gladness The ransomed world shall sing. T 273 HE Church's one foundation Is Jesus Christ her Lord; She is His new creation By water and the word: From heav'n He came and sought ner, To be His holy bride; With His own blood ITc 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 Mid toil and tribulation, And tumult of her war, She waits the consummation Of peace for evermore ; Till with the vision glorious Her longing eyes :iro bVst, And the great Church victorious Shall be the Church at rest. 7s, 6s, 81. REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 2G3 Yet she on earth hath union With God the Three in One, And mystic sweet communion With those whose rest is won; Oh, happy ones and holy! Lord, give us grace that we L;ke them, the meek and lowly On high may dwell with thee. 274 L. M. Q CHRIST, our true and only Light, *•* Enlighten those who sit in night; Let those afar now hear Thy voice, And in Thy fold with us rejoice. 2 Fill wTith the radiance of Thy grace The souls now lost in error's maze, And all whom in their secret minds Some dark delusion haunts and blinds. 3 And all who else have strayed from Thee, O gently seek ! Thy healing be To every wounded conscience given, And let them also share Thy heaven. 4. 0 make the deaf to hear Thy Word, x\nd teach the dumb to speak, dear Lord, Who dare not yet the faith avow, Though secretly they hold it now. 2C4 REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 5 Shine on the darkened and the cold, Recall the wanderers from Thy fold, Unite all those who walk apart, Confirm the weak and doubting heart. 6 So they with us may evermore Such grace with wondering thanks adore, And endless praise to Thee be given By all Thy Church in earth and heaven. 275 C. M. 81. [ ORD, Thou hast made our hearts to glow *-* With love's undying flame; But more of Thee we long to know, And more would love Thy name. Thy life, Thy death, inspire our song, Thy Spirit breathes thro' all; And here our feet would linger long, But we obey Thy call. 2 Thou bidst us go, with Thee to stand Against hell's marshall'd pow'rs; And hear! to heart, and hand to hand, To make Thine honor ours. With Thine own pity, Savior, see The throng'd and dark'ning w;iy : We go to win the lost to Thee, O help us, Lord, we pray. REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 265 Teach Thou our lips of Thee to speak, Of Thy sweet love to tell ; Till they who wander far shall seek And find and serve Thee well. O'er all the world Thy Spirit send, And make Thy goodness known, Till earth and heav'n together blend Their praises at Thy throne. 276 10, 10, 10, 7. TJAPPY are we, God's own little flock, A A Sheltered so close in the cleft of the Rock, Far above tempest, or danger or shock, Happy are we in Jesus. 2 What shall we do for the Master so dear? Oh, there are many in need of our cheer, Souls that know nothing but darkness and fear, Souls in the dark without Jesus. 3 Many He has who are not of this fold, Out in the storm and the pitiless cold; These we will win by our pray'rs and our gold, Win them to love our Jesus. 2G6 REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 4 Over the mountains and over the seas, Lovingly, joyfully, speed we to these, Seeking to save them by tenderest pleas. Save by the blood of Jesus. 5 Joyfully, then, let us spread the glad news, Never this service for Jesus refuse, Never a moment to work for Him lose ; Joyfully work for Jesus. 277 11, 10. REIGHTEST and best of the sons of the morning, Dawn on our darkness and lend us thine aid; Star of the East, the horizon adorning, Guide where our infant Redeemer is laid. 2 Cold on His cradle the dew-drops are shining, Low lies His head with the beasts of the stall : Angels adore ITim in slumber reclining. Maker and Monarch and Savior of all. .°> Say, shall we yield TTim, in costly devotion, Odors of Edom and offerings divine? Gems of the mountain and pearls of the ocean, Myrrh from the forest, or gold from the mine i REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 267 4 Vainly we offer each ample oblation, Vainly with gifts would His favor secure; Richer by far is the heart's adoration, Dearer to God are the prayers of the poor. 5 Brightest and best of the sons of the morning, Dawn on our darkness and lend us thine aid ; Star of the East, the horizon adorning, Guide where our infant Redeemer is laid. 278 7s, 6s, 81. OFR country's voice is pleading, ^ Ye men of God, arise ! His providence is leading, The land before you lies; Day-gleams are o'er it bright'ning, And promise clothes the soil ; Wide fields for harvest whit'ning, Invite the reaper's toil. Go, where the waves are breaking On California's shore, Christ's precious Gospel taking, More rich than golden ore; On Allegheny's mountains, Thro' all the western vale, Beside Missouri's fountains, Rehearse the wondrous tale. 2G8 REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 3 The love of Christ unfolding, Speed on from east to west, Till all, His cross beholding, In Him are fully blest. Great author of salvation, Haste, haste the glorious day, When we, a ransom'd nation, Thy sceptre shall obey. 279 11,8, 11, 9. 1 THINK, when I read that sweet story of old, When Jesus was here among men, How He called little children as lambs to His fold, I should like to have been with them then. 2 I wish that His hands had been placed on my head, That His arm had been thrown around me And that I might have seen His kind look when He said, "Let the little ones come unto Me." 3 Yet still to His footstool in prayer I may go, And ask for a share in His love; And if I thus earnestly seek Him below, I shall see Him and hear Him above; REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 2G9 4 In that beautiful place He has gone to prepare For all who are washed and forgiven ; Full many dear children are gathering there, "For of such is the kingdom of heaven." 5 But thousands and thousands who wander and fall, Never heard of that heavenly home : 1 wish they could know there is room for them all, And that Jesus has bid them to come. 6 And O, how I long for that glorious time, The sweetest and brightest and best, When the dear little children of every clime, - Shall crowd to His arms and be blest. 280 8,7,4,7. YX WIDELY, 'mid the slumbering nations, *' Darkness holds his despot sway; Cruel in his habitations, Ruthless o'er his prostrate prey. Star of Bethlehem, Rise and beam in conquering day ! 2 Light of life, our sole Defender, Rise with healing on Thy wing: Rise in all Thy soothing splendor, 270 REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. Rise, and earth with joy shall sing: Israel's Glory, Gentiles call Thee Lord and King. 3 Onward, Christians, onward pressing, Triumph, in the Crucified! Endless honor, rest, and blessing Wait you at His radiant side. Cease not, cease not, Till you see Him glorified! 281 7s, 6s, 81. FROM Greenland's icy mountains, From India's coral strand, Where Afric's sunny fountains, Roll down their golden sand; From many an ancient river, From many a palmy plain, They call us to deliver Their land from error's chain. What though the spicy breezes Blow soft o'er Ceylon's isle; Though every prospect pleases, And only man is vile; In vain with lavish kindness The gifts of God are strown : The heathen in his blindness, Bows down to wood and stone. REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 271 3 Shall we, whose souls are lighted With wisdom from, on high, Shall we to men benighted The lamp of life deny? Salvation, O Salvation! The joyful sound proclaim, Till each remotest nation Has learned Messiah's Name. Waft, waft, ye winds, His story, And you, ye waters roll, Till, like a sea of glory, It spreads from pole to pole ; Till o'er our ransomed nature The Lamb for sinners slain, Redeemer, King, Creator, In bliss returns to reign. 282 L. M. A RM of the Lord, awake ! •**■ Put on Thy Strength! the nations shake And let the world adoring see Triumphs of mercy wrought by Thee. 2 Say to the heathen from Thy throne, I am Jehovah, God alone : Thy voice their idols shall confound, And cast their altars to the ground. 272 REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 3 Almighty God, Thy grace proclaim In ev'ry clime, of ev'ry name; Let adverse pow'rs before Thee fall, And crown the Savior Lord of all. 283 II. M. DEFOKE the Lord we how, *-* The (Jod who reigns above, And rules the world below. Boundless in pow'r and love ; Our thanks we bring Tn joy and praise, Our hearts we raise To heav'n's high King. The nation Thou hast blest- May well Thy love declare, From foes and fears at rest. Protected by Thy care, For fins fair land. For this bright, day, Our thanks wo pay — Gifts of Thy hand. 3 May every mountain height, Each vale and forest green. Shine in Thy word's pure light. And its rich fruits be Been! REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 273 May every tongue Be tuned to praise, And join to raise A grateful song. 4 And when in pow'r He comes, O may our native land, . From all its rending tombs, Send forth a glorious band ; A countless throng, Ever to sing To heav'n's high King Salvation's song. 284 H. M. A EISE, O God, and shine, "**■ In all Thy saving might, And prosper each design To spread Thy glorious light : Let healing streams of mercy flow, That all the earth Thy truth may know. Bring distant nations near, To sing Thy glorious praise; Let every people hear And learn Thy holy ways! Reign, mighty God, assert Thy cause, And govern by Thy righteous laws ! 274 REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 3 Put forth Thy glorious power, That Gentiles all may see, And earth present her store In converts born to Thee : God, our own God, His Church will bless, And fill the world with righteousness. 4 To God the only wise, The one immortal King, Let hallelujahs rise From every living thing: Let all that breathe, on every coast, Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. 285 P.M. HTELL it out among the heathen that the * Lord is King ! Tell it out! Tell it out! Tell it out among the nations; bid them shout and sing. Tell it out! Tell it out! Tell it out with adoration that He shall increase, That the mighty King of glory is the King of Peace ; Tell it out with jubilation, though the waves may roar, That He sitteth on the water-floods, our King for evcrmoro ; REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 275 Tell it out ! Tell it out ! that the Lord is King! Tell it out ! Tell it out ! Tell it out ! Tell it out ! bid them shout and sing. Tell it out! Tell it out! . 2 Tell it out among the heathen that the Savior reigns. Tell it out! Tell it out! Tell it out among the nations, bid them burst their chains. Tell it out among the weeping ones that Jesus lives; Tell it out! Tell it out! Tell it out among the weary ones what rest He gives ; Tell it out among the sinners that He came to save, Tell it out among the dying that He triumphed o'er the grave. Tell it out among the heathen, Jesus reigns above ! Tell it out! Tell it out! Tell it out among the nations that His reign is love! Tell it out! Tell it out! Tell it out among the highways and the lanes at home ; 276 REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. Let it ring across the mountains and the ocean foam ; Like the sound of many waters let the glad shout be, Till it echo and re-echo from the islands of the sea. 286 8, 7. SAVIOR, sprinkle many nations, Fruitful let Thy sorrow be! By Thy pains and consolations Draw the Gentiles unto Thee! 2 Of Thy Cross the wondrous story Be it to the nations told; Let them see Thee in Thy glory, And Thy mercy manifold! 3 Far and wide, though all unknowing, Pants for Thee each mortal breast: Human tears for Thee are ilowing. Human hearts in Thee would rest. 4 Thirsting as for dews of even, As the new-mown grass for rain, Thee they seek, as God of heaven, Thee as Man, for sinners slain. 5 Savior ! lo, the isles arc waiting, St retched the hand, and st rained the sight, For Thy Spirit now-creating. Love's pure flame, and Wisdom's light. REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 277 G Give the Word, and of the preacher Speed the foot and touch the tongue, ! Till on earth, by every creature, Glory to the Lamb be sung. 287 8s, 7s, 81. T/ LOWING not the Great Creator, **■ Lay the world in deepest night, "When there broke on eastern mountains Wondrously a golden light. And the grace-star led the Magi To the lowly cattle stall; Whence the glory, daily widening, Brought redemption to us all. Prostrate fall the bloody altars, Men to bats their idols fling, And the Gospel reigns triumphant To the ocean's widest ring. And where its bright beams are burning Rises up an Empire new, On the ruins of old temples Pleads the Offering one and true. 288 L. M. nTHO' now the nations sit beneath *• The darkness of o'erspreading death, God will arise, with light divine On Zion's holy towers to shine. 278 REFORMATION— CHURCH— MISSION. 2 That light shall shine on distant lands, And wandering tribes, in joyful bands, Shall come Thy glory, Lord, to see, And in Thy courts to worship Thee. 3 O light of Zion, now arise! Let the glad morning bless our eyes! Ye nations, catch the kindling ray, And hail the splendor of the day. 289 7s, 6s, 81. THE morning light is breaking, The darkness disappears; The sons of earth are waking To penitential tears; Each breeze that sweeps the ocean Brings tidings from afar, Of nations in commotion, Prepared for Sion's war. See heathen nations bending Before the God we love, And thousand hearts ascending, In gratitude above; While sinners now confessing, The Gospel call obey, And seek the Savior's blessing, A nation in a day. 290 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 279 Blest river of salvation ! Pursue Thy onward way; Flow thou to every nation, Nor in thy richness stay: Stay not till all the lowly Triumphant reach their home; Stay not till all the holy Proclaim "The Lord is come !" f attb in the Redeemer. A/T Y faith looks up to Thee, ^* Thou Lamb of Calvary, Saviour divine ! Now hear me while I pray; Take all my guilt away; O let me from this day Be wholly Thine. 2 May Thy rich grace impart Strength to my fainting heart, My zeal inspire; As Thou hast died for me, O may my love to Thee Pure, warm, and changeless be, A living fire. 3 While life's dark maze I tread, And griefs around me spread, Be Thou my Guide; 6,4. 280 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. Bid darkness turn to day. Wipe sorrow's tears away, Nor let rne ever stray From Thee aside. 4 When ends life's transient dream, When death's cold sullen stream Shall o'er me roll; Blest Savior, then, in love, Fear and distrust remove; O bear me safe above. A ransomed soul. 291 L. M. 61. JESUS, Thy boundless love to me No thought can reach, no tongue declare ; Unite my thankful heart to Thee, And reign without a rival there. Thine wholly, Thine alone T am; Be Thou alone my constant flame. 2 O grant, that nothing in my soul May dwell but Thy pure love alone; O may Thy love possess me whole, My Joy, my Treasure, and my Crown : Strang* Sanies far from my heart remove; My every act, word, thought, be love ! 3 O Love, how cheering is Thy ray! All pain before Thy presence flies; Care, anguish, sorrow, melt away, FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 281 Where'er Thy healing beams arise: O Jesus, nothing may I see, Nothing desire or seek but Thee! Unwearied, may J this pursue, Dauntless to the high prize aspire; Hourly within my soul renew, This holy flame, this heavenly fire; And day and night be all my care To guard this sacred treasure there! 0 draw me, Savior, after Thee ! So shall I run and never tire. With gracious words still comfort me ; Be Thou my Hope, my sole Desire. Free me from every weight : nor fear Nor sin can come, if Thou art here. From all eternity, with love Unchangeable Thou hast me viewed, Ere knew this beating heart to move, Thy tender mercies me pursued. Ever with me may they abide, And close me in on every side. Still let Thy love point out my way; How wondrous% things Thy love hath wrought ; Still lead me, lest I go astray ; Direct my work, inspire my thought ; And if I fall, soon may I hear Thy voice, and know that love is near. 282 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 8 In suffering be Thy love my peace, In weakness be Thy love my power ; And when the storms of life shall cease, Jesus, in that important hour, In death as life be Thou my Guide, And save me, who for me hast died! 292 7s, 01. jD OCK of Ages, cleft for me, *■*■ Let me hide myself in Thee; Let the water and the blood, From Thy riven side which flowed, Be of sin the double cure, Cleanse me from its guilt and power. Not the labors of my hands, Can fulfill Thy law's demands: Could my zeal no respite know, Could my tears for ever flow, All for sin coidd not atone: Thou must save, and Thou alone ! Nothing in my hand I.bring, Simply to Thy Cross I cling; Naked, come to Thee for dress; Helpless, look to Thee for grace; Foul, I to the Fountain lly; Wash mo. Savior, or I die ! FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 283 While I draw this fleeting- breath, When my eyelids close in death, When I soar to worlds unknown, See Thee on Thy judgment throne, Rock of Ages, cleft for me, Let me hide myself in Thee! H 293 8s, 7s, 81. AIL, Thou once despised Jesus! Hail, Thou Galilean King! Thou didst suffer to release us; Thou didst free salvation bring. Hail, Thou agonizing Savior, Bearer of our sin and shame! By Thy merits we find favor; Life is given through Thy Name. 2 Paschal Lamb, by God appointed, All our sins on Thee were laid; By almighty Love anointed, Thou hast full Atonement made. All Thy people are forgiven, Through the virtue of Thy Blood: Opened is the gate of heaven; Peace is made ?twixt man and God. 3 Jesus, hail, enthroned in glory, There for ever to abide! All the heavenly hosts adore Thee, Seated at Thy Father's side: 284 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. There for sinners Thou art pleading. There Thou dost our place prepare, Ever for us interceding, Till in glory we appear. Worship, honor, power nnd hlessing, Thou art worthy to receive ; Loudest praises, without ceasing, Meet it is for us to give. Help, ye bright angelic spirits, Bring your sweetest, noblest lays, Help to sing our Savior's merits, Help to chant Immanuel's praise. 294 7s, 6s, 81. LAY my sins on Jesus, A The spotless Lamb of God; ITe bears them all, and frees us From the accursed load. I bring my guilt to Jesus, To wash my crimson stains White, in His Blood so precious, Till not a spot remains. T lay my wants on Jesus; All fulness dwells in llim; He heals all my diseases, ITe doth my soul redeem. I lay my griefs on Jesus, My burdens nnd my cares; He from them all releases, He all my sorrows shares. FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 285 3 I long to be like Jesus, Meek, loving, lowly, mild; I long to be like Jesus, The Father's holy child. I long to be with Jesus, Amid the heavenly throng, To sing with saints His praises, To learn the angels' song. 295 8s, 7s, 81. '"THERE is no Name so sweet on earth, •*• No Name so sweet in heaven, — The Name before His wondrous birth To Christ the Savior given. We love to sing around our King, And hail Him blessed Jesus; | : For there's no word ear ever heard So dear, so sweet as Jesus. :| 2 His human Name they did proclaim When Abram's son they sealed Him,— The Name that still by God's good will, Deliverer revealed Him. — Cho. 3 And when He hung upon the tree, They wrote this Name above Ilim; That all might see the reason we For evermore must love Him. — Cho. 286 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 4 So now, upon His Father's throne, Almighty to release us From sin and pains, He gladly reigns, The Prince and Savior Jesus. — Clio. 5 To Jesus every knee shall how, And every tongue confess Him, And we unite with saints in light, Our only Lord to hless Him. — Cho. G O Jesus, by that matchless Name, Thy grace shall fail us never ; To-day as yesterday the same, Thou art the same forever. — Cho. 296 8s, 7s, 81. C AVIOTC, like a shepherd lead us, ^ Much we need Thy tenderest care In Thy pleasant pastures feed us, For our use Thy folds prepare. | : Blessed Jesus, Thou hast bought us, Thine we are. : Thou hast promised to receive us, Poor and sinful though we be ; Thou hast mercy to relieve; us, Grace to cleanse, and power to free. | : Blessed f all Thine hand hath made; Thy rising has no setting, Thy sunshine hath no shade. FAITH IX THE REDEEMER. 305 313 8, 5. ]3ASS me not, O gentle Savior, -*■ Hear my humble cry; While on others Thou art smiling, Do not pass me by. Savior, Savior, hear my humble cry, While on others Thou art calling1, Do not pass me by. 2 Let me at a throne of mercy Find a sweet relief. Kneeling there in deep contrition, Help my unbelief : — Cho. 3 Trusting only in Thy merit, Would I seek Thy face; Heal my wounded, broken spirit, Save me by Thy grace. — Cho. 4 Thou the Spring of all my comfort More than life to me. Whom have I on earth beside Thee ? Whom in Heaven but Thee ? — Cho. 314 CHEPHERD of tender youth, **-* Guiding in love and truth Through devious ways; Christ our triumphant King, We come Thy name to sing; And here our children bring To shout Thy praise. 6,4. 306 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 2 Thou art our holy Lord, O all-subduing Word, Healer of strife: Thou didst Thyself abase, That from sin's deep disgrace Thou mightest save our race, And give us life. 3 Thou art the great High Priest ; Thou hast prepared the feast Of holy love: And in our mortal pain None calls on Thee in vain; Help Thou dost not disdain, Help from above. 4 Ever be near our side, Our Shepherd and our Guide, Our Staff and Song: Jesus, Thou Christ of God, By Thy enduring Word Lead us where Thou hast trod, Make our faith strong. 5 So now, and till we die, Sound we Thy praises high, And joyful sing: Let all the holy throng Who to Thy Church belong, Unite and swell the song To Christ our King. FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 307 315 8s, 7s, 81. WHAT a friend we have in Jesus, All our sins and griefs to bear ; What a privilege to carry Ev'rything to God in prayer. Oh, what peace we often forfeit, Oh, what needless pain we bear — All because we do not carry Ev'rything to God in prayer. Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble anywhere? We should never be discouraged, Take it to the Lord in prayer. Can we find a Friend so faithful, Who will all our sorrows share ? Jesus knows our every weakness, Take it to the Lord in prayer. Are we weak and heavy laden, Cumbered with a load of care? Precious Savior, still our refuge, — Take it to the Lord in prayer. Do thy friends despise, forsake thee ? Take it to the Lord in prayer ; In His arms He'll take and shield thee, Thou wilt find a solace there. 308 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 316 7s, 6s, 101. CING to the Heart of Jesus, \f- O heart of mine, in love, And let the joyful anthem Pierce all the clouds above. With praise and benediction, Now, and on every shore, Hail to the Heart of Jesus, The Holiest, evermore ! Hail to the Heart of Jesus, The Holiest evermore! 2 O Heart, in anguish broken, For me, from love divine, By point of spear pierced sorely, Thro' this great guilt of mine. 3 O Heart, so gently streaming Willi water and with blood, How from Thy Cross, uplifted, Grace rushes like a flood! 317 5, 5, 8, 8, 5, 5. JESUS, who can be J Once compared with Thee! Source of rest and consolation, life and light, and full salvation'; Son of God, with Thee None compared can be! FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. .TO Thou hast died for me, From all misery And distress me to deliver, And from death to save for ever: I am by Thy blood Reconciled to God. Grant me steadiness, Lord, to run my race, Following' Thee with love most tender, So that Satan may not hinder Me by craft or force ; Further Thou my course. When I hence depart, Strengthen Thou my heart; Where Thou art, O Lord, convey me ; In Thy righteousness array me, That at Thy right hand Joyful I may stand. 318 7s, 6s, 81. T LOVE to tell the story A Of unseen things above, Of Jesus and His glory, Of Jesus and His love. I love to tell the story, Because I know 'tis true; It satisfies my longings As nothing else can do. 310 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. I love to tell the story, 'Twill be my theme in glory, To tell the old, old story Of Jesus and His love. I love to tell the story: 'Tis pleasant to repeat What seems, each time I tell it, More wonderfully sweet. I love to tell the story: For some have never heard The message of salvation, From God's own holy word. — Cho. I love to tell the story; For those who know it best Seem hungering and thirsting To hear it like the rest. And when, in scenes of glory, I sing the New, New Song, 'Twill be the Old, Old Story That I have loved so long — -Cho. 319 8, 7. DEACE be to this habitation, *■ Peace to all who dwell therein, Peace the earnest of salvation, Peace the fruit of pardoned sin; FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 311 2 Peace that speaks the heav'nly Giver, Peace to worldly minds unknown, Peace divine, that lasts for ever, Peace that comes from God alone. 3 Jesus, Prince of peace, be near us, Fix in all our hearts Thy home : With Thy gracious presence cheer us, Let Thy sacred kingdom come; 4 Raise to heaven our expectation, Give our favored souls to prove Glorious and complete salvation In the realms of bliss above. 320 6,4. T NEED Thee ev'ry hour, Most gracious Lord; No tender voice like Thine Can peace afford. I need Thee, oh ! I need Thee ; Ev'ry hour I need Thee; O bless me now, my Savior ! I come to Thee. 2 I need Thee every hour ; Stay Thou near by; Temptations lose their power When Thou art nigh. — Ref . 312 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 3 I need Thee every hour, In joy or pain ; Come quickly and abide, Or life is vain. — Ref . 4 I need Thee every hour; Teach me Thy will; And Thy rich promises In me fulfill.— Ref . 5 I need Thee every hour, Most Holy One; Oh, make me Thine indeed, Thou blessed Son. — Ref. 321 S. M. TI7HAT cheering words are those! ■■ Their sweetness who can tell? In time and to eternal days, " 'Tis with the righteous well." 2 In every state secure, Kept by Jehovah's eye, 'Tis well with them while life endure, And well when called to die. 3 'Tis well when joys arise; 'Tis well when sorrows flow; 'Tis well when darkness veils the skies And strong temptations blow. FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 313 4 'Tis well when on the mount They feast on dying Love: And 'tis as well in God's account, When they the furnace prove. 5 'Tis well when Jesus calls, "From earth and sin arise, Join with the hosts of ransomed souls, ILade to salvation wise." 322 CM. HTHERE is a Xame I love to hear, •*■ I love to speak its worth; It sounds like music in mine ear, The sweetest Xame on earth. 2 It tells me of a Savior's love, Who died to set me free; It tells me of His precious blood, The sinner's perfect plea. 3 It tells me of a Father's smile Beaming upon His child; It cheers me through this little while, Through desert, waste, and wild. 4 Jesus, the Xame I love so well, The Xame I love to hear; Xo saint on earth its worth can tell, Xo heart conceive how dear. 314 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 323 7s, 6s, 81. T NEED Thee, precious Jesus, * For I am full of sin; My soul is dark and guilty, My heart is dead within; I need the cleansing fountain Where I can always flee, The blood of Christ most precious, The sinner's perfect plea. I need Thee, precious Jesus, For I am very poor; A stranger and a pilgrim, I have no earthly store; I need the love of Jesus To cheer me on my way, To guide my doubting footsteps, To be my strength and stay. I need Thee, precious Jesus, And hope to see Thee soon, Encircled with the rainbow, And seated on Thy throne: There, with Thy blood-bought children My joy shall ever be, To sing Thy praises, Jesus, To gaze, my Lord, on Thee. 324 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 315 S. M. 61. HP HE Lord my pasture shall prepare, ■■■ And feed me with a shepherd's care; TTis presence shall my wants supply, And guard me with a watchful eye, My noonday walks he shall attend, And all my midnight hours defend. While on the sultry glebe I faint, Or on the thirsty mountain pant, To fertile vales and dewy meads My every wandering steps He leads, Where peaceful rivers soft and slow, Amid the verdant landscape flow. Though in a bare and rugged way, Through devious lonely wilds I stray, Thy bounty shall my pains beguile, The barren wilderness shall smile, With sudden green and herbage crowned, And streams shall murmur all around. 4 Though in the paths of death I tread, With gloomy horrors overspread, My steadfast heart shall fear no ill, For Thou, O Lord, art with me still ; Thy friendly crook shall give me aid, And guide me through the dreadful shade. 314 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 323 7s, 6s, 81. [ NEED Thee, precious Jesus, *■ For I am full of sin; My soul is dark and guilty, My heart is dead within; I need the cleansing fountain Where I can always flee, The blood of Christ most precious, The sinner's perfect plea. 2 I need Thee, precious Jesus, For I am very poor; A stranger and a pilgrim, I have no earthly store; I need the love of Jesus To cheer me on my way, To guide my doubting footsteps, To be my strength and stay. 3 I need Thee, precious Jesus, And hope to see Thee soon, Encircled with the rainbow, And seated on Thy throne: There, with Thy blood-bought children My joy shall ever be, To sing Thy praises, Jesus, To gaze, my Lord, on Thee. 324 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 315 S. M. 61. ^HE Lord my pasture shall prepare, -*■ And feed me with a shepherd's care TTis presence shall my wants supply, And guard me with a watchful eye, My noonday walks he shall attend, And all my midnight hours defend. 2 While on the sultry glebe I faint, Or on the thirsty mountain pant, To fertile vales and dewy meads My every wandering steps He leads, Where peaceful rivers soft and slow, Amid the verdant landscape flow. Though in a bare and rugged way, Through devious lonely wilds I stray, Thy bounty shall my pains beguile, The barren wilderness shall smile, With sudden green and herbage crowned, And streams shall murmur all around. Though in the paths of death I tread, With gloomy horrors overspread, My steadfast heart shall fear no ill, For Thou, O Lord, art with me still; Thy friendly crook shall give me aid, And guide me through the dreadful shade. 316 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 325 S. M. 0 PERFECT life of love! All, all is finished now ; All that He left His throne above To do for us below. 2 No work is loft undone Of all the Father willed; His toil, His sorrows, one by one, The Scriptures have fulfilled. 3 No pain that we can share But He has felt its smart ; All forms of human grief and care Have piereect that tender heart. 4 And on His thorn-crowned head, And on His sinless soill, Our sins in all their ^uilt wore laid, That He might make us whole. 5 In perfect love He dies — For me He dies, for me: O all-atoning Sacrifice! I cling' by faith to Thee! fi Tn every time of need, I'.ct'oi-c the judgment ihmne. Thy work, () lamb of God ! I'll plead- Thy merits, not my own. FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 317 1 Yet work, O Lord! in me As Thou for me hast wrought: And let my love the answer be To grace Thy love has brought. 326 327 S. M. T ORD Jesus, think on me, *-* And purge away my sin; From earth-born passions set me free, And make me pure within. 2 Lord Jesus, think on me With many a care oppressed, Let me Thy lovihg 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 passed, I may the eternal brightness see, And share Thy joy at last. pAITHFUL Shepherd, feed me •*■ In the pastures green; Faithful Shepherd, lead me Where Thy steps are seen. 318 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 2 Hold me fast, and guide me In the narrow way; So with Thee beside me, I shall never stray. 3 Daily bring me nearer To the heavenly shore; May my faith grow clearer, May I love Thee more. 4 Hallow every pleasure, Every gift and pain ; Bo Thyself my Treasure, Though none else I gain. 5 Give me joy or sadness, This be all my care, That eternal gladness I with Thee may share. 6 Day by day prepare me As Thou seest best, Then let angels boar me To Thy promised rest. 328 l. m. EXEHOLD a Stranger at the door! *-* lie gently knocks, lias knocked before, Has waited long; is wailing still; You treat no other friend so ill. FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 319 2 But will Tie prove a friend indeed ? He will, the very friend you need ; — The Man of Nazareth, 'tis He, With garments dyed on Calvary. 3 O lovely attitude ! He stands With melting heart and laden hands; O matchless kindness ! and He shows This matchless kindness to His foes. 4 Admit Him, lest His anger burn, And He, departing, ne'er return: Admit Him, or the hour's at hand, When, at His door, denied you'll stand. 329 T OVING Shepherd of Thy sheep, ■*-* Keep Thy lamb, in safety keep; Nothing can Thy pow'r withstand, None can pluck me from Thy hand. 2 Loving Savior, Thou didst give Thine own life that we might live, And the Hands outstretched to bless Bear the cruel nails' impress. 3 I would praise Thee every day, Gladly all Thy Will obey, Like Thy blessed ones above, Happy in Thy precious love. 7s. .°>20 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 4 Loving Shepherd, ever near, Teach Thy Lamb Thy voice to hear, Suffer not my steps to stray From the straight and narrow way. 5 Where Thou leadest I would go, Walking in Thy steps below, Till before my Father's throne, I shall know as 1 am known. 330 G. M. Q THAT I had an Angel's tongue, ^* That I might loudly sing The wonders of redeeming Love, To Thee, my God and King. Let the redeemed of the Lord Their thankful voices raise: ('an we be dumb while angels sing Our great .Redeemer's praised -'> 0 sing aloud in boundless grace Which thus hath sot us firm J Lxtol with songs, mv saved soul, Thy Savior's Love to thee. 4 Give endless thanks to Clod, and say. What Love was (his in Thee, Thai Thou hast not, withheld Thy Son, Thine only Sou, from me! 331 0 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 321 7s, 6s, 81. OXE with God the Father In majesty and might, The brightness of His glory, Eternal Light of light, O'er this our home of darkness Thy rays are streaming now; The shadows flee before Thee; The world's true Light art Thou. 2 Yet, Lord, we see but darkly: O heavenly Light, arise, Dispel these mists that shroud us, And hide Thee from our eyes. We long to track the footprints That Thou Thyself hast trod; We long to see the pathway That leads to Thee our God. O Jesus, shine around us With radiance of Thy grace; O Jesus, turn upon us The brightness of Thy face. We need no star to guide us, As on our way we press, If Thou Thy light vouchsafest, O Sun of Righteousness. 322 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 332 C. P. M. C\ LOVE divine, how sweet Thou art! ^ When shall I find my willing heart All taken up by Thee? I long, I thirst, I yearn to prove The greatness of redeeming love, The love of Christ to me. 2 Stronger His love than death or hell; Its riches are unsearchable; The first-born sons of light Desire in vain its depths to see; They can not reach the mystery, The length, and breadth, and height. 3 God only knows the love of God; O that it now were shed abroad In this poor stony heart! For love I sigh, for love I pine; This blissful portion. Lord, be mine, Be mine this better part. 4 O that I could forever sit With Mary at the Master's feet I Be I his my happy choice; My only care, delight, ;l"d bliss, My joy, my heaven on earth bo this, To hear the Bridegroom's voice. 333 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 323 8, 5, 8, 3. [ AM trusting Thee, Lord Jesus, ■■• Trusting only Thee ! Trusting Thee for full salvation, Great and free. 2 I am trusting Thee for pardon, At Thy feet I bow; For Thy grace and tender mercy, Trusting now. 3 I am trusting Thee for cleansing In the crimson flood; Trusting Thee to make me" holy By Thy blood. 4 I am trusting Thee to guide me; Thou alone shalt lead, Every day and hour supplying All my need. 5 I am trusting Thee for power, Thine can never fail ; Words which Thou Thyself shalt give me Must prevail. 0 I am trusting Thee, Lord Jesus ; Never let me fall; I am trusting Thee for ever, And for all. 324 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 334 7s. TESTIS! Name of wondrous Love, J Name all other Names above, Name at which must ev'ry knee Bow in deep humility. 2 Jesus! Name of priceless worth To the fallen sons of earth, For the promise that it gave — "Jesus shall His people save." 3 Jesus! Name of mercy mild, Given to the holy Child, When the cup of human woe First He tasted here below. 4 Jesus! Only Name that's given Under all the mighty heaven. Whereby man to sin enslaved. Bursts his fetters, and is saved. 5 Jesus! Name of wondrous love! Human Name of Him above! Pleading only this we flee, Helpless, 0 our God, to Thee. 335 S. M. CWEET is Thy mercy, Lord! *J Before Thy mercy seat My soul, adoring, pleads Thy word, And owns Thy me icy sweet. FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 325 2 My need, and Thy desires, Are all in Christ complete; Thou hast the justice truth requires, And I Thy mercy sweet. 3 Where'er Thy name is blest, Where'er Thy people meet, There I delight in Thee to rest, And find Thy mercy sweet. 4 Light Thou my weary way, Lead Thou my weary feet, That while I stay on earth I may Still find Thy mercy sweet. 5 Thus shall the heavenly host Hear all my songs repeat, To Father, Son and Holy Ghost, My joy, Thy mercy sweet. 336 7s, 6s, 81. T COULD not do without Thee, A O Savior of the lost, Whose wondrous love redeemed me, At such tremendous cost ; Thy righteousness, Thy pardon, Thy precious blood must be My only hope and comfort, My glory and my plea. FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 2 I could not do without Thee, I can not stand alone, I have no strength or goodness, No wisdom of ray own; But Thou, beloved Savior, Art all in all to me, And weakness will be power If leaning hard on Thee. 3 I could not do without Thee, For, oh, the way is long, And I am often weary, And sigh replaces song : How could I do without Thee ? I do not know the way ; Thou knowest, and Thou leadest, And wilt not let me stray. 4 I could not do without Thee, 0 Jesus, Savior dear; E'en when my eyes are holden, 1 know that Thou art near. How dreary and how lonely This changeful life would be, Without the sweet communion, The secret rest with Thee! 5 T could not do without Thro, For years are fleeting fast, And soon in solemn loneliness The river must be passed; 337 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 327 But Thou wilt never leave me, And though the waves roll high, I know Thou wilt be near me, And whisper, "It is I." C. M. TTOW sweet the Name of Jesus sounds ■*■■■■ In a believer's ear! It soothes his sorrows, heals his wounds, And drives away his fear. 2 It -makes the wounded spirit whole, And calms the troubled breast; 'Tis manna to the hungry soul, And to the weary rest. 3 Dear Name ! the Rock on which I build My Shield and Hiding-place ; My never-failing Treasury, filled With boundless stores of grace. 4 By Thee my prayers acceptance gain, Although with sin denied: Satan accuses me in vain, And I am owned a child. 5 Weak is the effort of my heart, And cold my warmest thought; But, when I see Thee as Thou art, I'll praise Thee as I ought. 328 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 6 Till then, I would Thy love proclaim With every fleeting breath; And may the music of Thy Name Refresh my soul in death. 338 339 JESUS, tender Savior, Hast Thou died for me. Make me very thankful In my heart to Thee. When the sad, sad story Of Thy grief I read, Make me very sorry For my sins indeed. 2 Now I know Thou livest, And dost plead for me; Make me very thankful In my prayers to Thee. Soon I hope in glory At Thy side to stand; Make me fit to meet Thee In that happy land. 6s, 5s, 81. C M. T KSTTS! exalted far on high, J To whom a Name is given — A Name surpassing every name. That's known in earth or heaven! FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 329 2 Before whose throne shall every knee Bow down with one accord; Before whose throne shall every tongue Confess that Thou art Lord: 3 Jesus, who in the form of God, Didst equal honor claim; Yet, to redeem our guilty souls, Didst stoop to death and shame! 4 O may that mind in us be formed, Which shone so bright in Thee; An humble, meek, and lowly mind, From pride and envy free ! 5 May we to others stoop, and learn To emulate Thy love; So shall we bear Thine image here, And share Thy throne above. 340 YES, for me, for me He careth! With a brother's tender care; Yes, with me, with me He shareth, Every burden, every fear. 2 Yes, for me He standeth pleading* At the mercy seat above, Ever for me interceding, Constant in untiring love. 330 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 3 Yes, in me abroad He sheddoth Joys unearthly, love and light; And to cover me He spreadeth His paternal wing of might. 4 Yes, in me, in me He dwelleth, I in him, and He in me ; And my empty soul He fillcth Here and through eternity. 5 Thus I wait for His returning, Singing all the way to heaven; Such the joyful song of morning. Such the tranquil song of even. 341 JTCSTTS loves me, Jesus loves me, He is always, always near: Be it good or ill betides me, There is nought that I can fear. 2 Jesus loves me, — well I know it, For to save my soul He died; He for me bore pain and sorrow- Nailed hands and pierced side. 3 Jesus loves me, — night and morning Jesus hoars tho prayers 1 pray; And He never, never loaves me, When I work or when 1 play. FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 331 4 Jesus loves me, — and He watches Over me with loving eye, And he sends His holy angels, Safe to keep me till I die. 5 Jesus loves me, — 0 Lord Jesus, Now I pray Thee by Thy love, Keep me ever pure and holy, Till I come to Thee above! 342 8, 8, 8, 6. O HOLY Savior, friend unseen, ^ The faint, the weak, on Thee may lean; Help me, throughout life's varying scene, By faith to cling to Thee. 2 Blest with communion so divine, Take what Thou wilt, shall I repine, When, as the branches to the vine, My soul may cling to Thee? 3 What though the world deceitful prove, And earthly friends and joys remove; With patient, uncomplaining love, Still would I cling to Thee. 4 Oft when I seem to tread alone Some barren waste, with thorns o'ergrown, A voice of love, in gentlest tone, Whispers, "Still cling to me." 332 FAITH IN THE REDEEMER. 5 Though faith and hope awhile be tried, I ask not, need not aught beside ; How safe, how calm, how satisfied, The souls that cling to Thee! 343 T ESUS, I live to Thee, J The loveliest and best; My life in Thee, Thy life in me, In Thy blest love I rest. 2 Jesus, I die to Thee, Whenever death shall come ; To die in Thee is life to me, In my eternal home. 3 Whether to live or die, I know not which is best; To live in Thee is bliss to me, To die is endless rest. 4 Living or dying, Lord, I ask but to be Thine; My life in Thee, Thy life in me, Makes heaven for ever mine. 344 S. M, C. M. HTllK Savior! oh, what endless charms *- Dwell in the blissful sound! Its influence every fear disarms And spreads sweet comfort round. PRAYER. 333 2 The almighty Former of the skies Stooped to our vile abode; While angels viewed with wondering eyes And hailed the incarnate God. 3 Oh, the rich depths of love divine ! Of bliss a boundless store ! Dear Savior, let me call thee mine; I can not wish for more. 4 On Thee alone my hope relies, Beneath Thy cross I fall; My Lord, my Life, my Sacrifice, My Savior, and my All ! 345 prayer. U OLY Father, hear my cry ; ■*■-*■ Holy Savior, bend thine ear Holy Spirit, come thou nigh: Father, Savior, Spirit, hear! Father, save me from my sin*, Savior, I thy mercy crave; Gracious Spirit, make me clean: Father, Son, and Spirit, save! 2 Father, let me taste thy love; Savior, fill my soul with peace; Spirit, come my heart to move : Father, Son, and Spirit, bless! 7s, 81. 334 PRAYER. 346 Father, Son, and Spirit — thou One Jehovah, shed abroad All thy grace within me now; Be my Father and iny God! JESUS, King of glory, Throned above the sky, Jesus, tender Savior, Hear Thy children cry. Pardon our transgressions, Cleanse us from our sin; By Thy Spirit help us Ileav'nly life to win. Jesus, King of glory, Throned above the sky, Jesus, tender Savior, Hear Thy children cry. On this day of gladness, Bending low the knee In Thine earthly temple, Lord, we worship Thee, — Celebrate Thy goodness, Mercy, grace, and truth: All the loving guidance Of our heedless youth. — lief. For the little children "Who have eoine to Thee ; ror the glad, bright spirits Who Thy glory see; 6s, 5s, 81. PRAYER. 335 For the loved ones resting In Thy dear embrace; For the pure and holy Who behold Thy face.— Ref. For Thy faithful servants Who have entered in; For Thy fearless soldiers Who have conquered sin; For the countless legions Who have followed Thee. Heedless of the danger; On to victory. — Ref. Help us ever steadfast In the faith to be: In Thy Church's conflicts Fighting valiantly. Loving Savior! strengthen These weak hearts of ours, Through Thy cross to conquer. Crafty evil powers. — Ref. When the shadows lengthen, Show us, Lord, Thy way ; Through the darkness lead us To the heavenly day: When our course is finished, Ended all the strife, Grant us, with the faithful Palms and crowns of life. — Ref. 336 PRAYER. Ot I Gregorian Chant. OUR Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven; 2 Give us this day our daily bread: And forgive us our tresspasses, as we forgive them that tresspass against us. 3 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil; For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever Amen. CM. THAT the Lord would guide my ways, To keep His statutes still ! O that my God would grant me grace To know and do His will! 0 2 Order my footsteps by Thy Word, And make my heart sincere; Let sin have no dominion, Lord, But keep my conscience clear. 3 Assist my soul, too apt to stray, A stricter watch to keep; And should I e'er forget Thy way, Uestore Thy wandering sheep. PRAYER. 337 4 Make me to walk in Thy commands; 'Tis a delightful road: Xor let my head, or heart, or hands, Offend against my God. 349 6, 5. JESUS, meek and gentle Son of God most high, Pitying, loving Savior, Hear Thy children's cry. 2 Pardon our offenses, Loose our captive chains, Break down every idol Which our soul detains. 3 Give us holy freedom, Fill our hearts with love; Draw us, holy Jesus, To the realms above. 4 Lead us on our journey, Be Thyself the way, Through terrestrial darkness To celestial day. 5 Jesus, meek and gentle, Son of God Most High, Pitying, loving Savior, Hear Thy children's cry. 338 PRAYER. 350 C. M. T ORD, I have sinn'd, but pardon me " The faults for which 1 grieve; In mercy, to Thy tender arms Thy sinning child receive. 2 Give me true sorrow for my sin, And all its guilt to see; Soften my heart, and give me tears To render back to Thee. 3 It is Thy voice which calls me back, Thy voice which bids me "Come!" Thy loving hand which is stretch'd out To lead the wand'rer home. 4 Hold Thou me fast, for I am weak, Too weak to stand alone; Give me the grace to tell my fault, And all my sin to own. 5 The wrong that, unashamed, I did, May I with shame confess, Nor seek to shield myself from blame, Nor make my fault seem less. 0 Then o'er my sinful soul do Thou Thy precious blood outpour, And let Thy lips forgiveness speak, And bid me "sin no more." PRAYER. 339 351 CAVIOR, when in dust to Thee ^ Low we bend th' adoring knee; When, repentant, to the skies Scarce we lift our weeping eyes; O, by all Thy pains and woe SufTer'd once for man below, Bending from Thy throne on high, Hear our solemn Litany ! 2 By Thy helpless infant years, By Thy life of want and tears, By Thy days of sore distress In the savage wilderness; By the dread mysterious hour Of the insulting tempter's power; Turn, O turn a favoring eye, Hear our solemn Litany! 3 By Thine hour of dire despair, By Thine agony of prayer; By Thy cross, the nail, the thorn, Piercing spear, and torturing scorn; By the gloom that veiled the skies O'er the dreadful sacrifice; Listen to our humble cry, Hear our solemn Litany! 4 By Thy deep expiring groan By the sad sepulchral stone; By the vault whose dark abode Held in vain the rising God; 340 PRAYER. O, from earth to heaven restored, Mighty, reascended Lord, Listen, listen to the cry Of our solemn Litany! 352 S. M. fjUR heavenly Father, hear ^ The prayer we offer now; Thy Name be hallowed far and near, To Thee all nations bow. 2 Thy kingdom come; Thy will On earth be done in love, As saints and seraphim fulfill Thy holy will above. 3 Our daily bread supply "While by Thy word we live: The guilt of our iniquity Forgive as we forgive. 1 From dark temptation's power, From Satan's wiles, defend; Deliver in the evil hour, And guide us to the end. 5 Thine shall forever be Glory and power divine; The seepter, throne, and majesty, Of heaven and earth are Thine. 353 PRAYER. 341 L. M. 81. CWEET hour of prayer! sweet hour of ^ prayer ! That calls me from a world of care, And bids me at my Father's throne Make all my wants and wishes known: In seasons of distress and grief, My soul has often found relief; | : And oft escaped the tempter's snare, By thy return, sweet hour of prayer! :| Sweet hour of prayer ! sweet hour of prayer ! Thy wings shall my petition bear To Him whose truth and faithfulness Engage the waiting soul to bless. And since He bids me seek His face, Believe His word, and trust His grace, | : I'll cast on Him my every care And wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer! :l Sweet hour of prayer ! sweet hour of prayer ! May I thy consolation share, Till, from Mount Pisgah's lofty height I view my home and take my flight; This robe of flesh I'll drop, and rise To seize the everlasting prize; | : And shout, while passing through the air, Farewell, farewell, sweet hour of prayer! :\ 340 PRAYER. O, from earth to heaven restored, Mighty, reascended Lord, Listen, listen to the cry Of our solemn Litany! 352 S. M. f"|UR heavenly Father, hear ^ The prayer we offer now; Thy Name be hallowed far and near, To Thee all nations bow. 2 Thy kingdom come; Thy will On earth be done in love, As saints and seraphim fulfill Thy holy will above. 3 Our daily bread supply While by Thy word we live: The guilt of our iniquity Forgive as we forgive. 1 I' 'mm dark temptation's power, From Satan's wiles, defend; Deliver in (lie evil hour, And guide us to the end. 5 Thine shall forever be Glory and power divine; The scepter, throne, and majesty, Of heaven ami earth are Thine. 353 PRAYER. 341 L. M. 81. CWEET hour of prayer! sweet hour of ^ prayer ! That calls me from a world of care, And bids me at my Father's throne Make all my wants and wishes known: In seasons of distress and grief, My soul has often found relief; | : And oft escaped the tempter's snare, By thy return, sweet hour of prayer! :| Sweet hour of prayer ! sweet hour of prayer ! Thy wings shall my petition bear To Him whose truth and faithfulness Engage the waiting soul to bless. And since He bids me seek His face, Believe His word, and trust His grace, | : I'll cast on Him my every care And wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer! :! Sweet hour of prayer ! sweet hour of prayer ! May I thy consolation share, Till, from Mount Pisgah's lofty height I view my home and take my flight ; This robe of flesh I'll drop, and rise To seize the everlasting prize; | : And shout, while passing through the air, Farewell, farewell, sweet hour of prayer! :\ 342 PRAYER. 354 P OD of Heaven ; hear our singing ; ^ Only little ones are we, Yet a great petition bringing, Father, now we come to Thee. 2 Let Thy Kingdom come, we pray Thee, Let the world in Thee find rest, Let all know Thee and obey Thee, Loving, praising, blessing, blest! 3 Let the sweet and joyful story Of the Savior's wondrous love, Wake on earth a song of glory, Like the Angel's song above. 4 Father, send the glorious hour, Ev'ry heart be Thine alone ! For the kingdom and the power, And the glory are Thine own. 355 f^OME, my soul, thy suit prepare, ^ Jesus loves to answer prayer: lie Himself has bid thee pray, Therefore will not say thee nay. '2 Thou art coming to a King; Large petitions witjb thee bring; for Hi* grace and power are such, None can ever ask toe much. 7s. PRAYER. 343 3 With my burden I begin; Lord, remove this load of sin ! Let Thy Blood, for sinners spilt, Set my conscience free from guilt. 4 Lord, I come to Thee for rest ! Take possession of my breast; There Thy blood-bought right maintain And without a rival reign. 5 While I am a pilgrim here, Let Thy love my spirit cheer; As my Guide, my Guard, my Friend, Lead me to my journey's end. 6 Show me what I have to do, Every hour my strength renew; Let me live a life of faith, Let me die Thy people's death. 356 C. M. T ORD, while for all mankind we pray, *~* Of every clime and coast, Oh, hear us for our native land — The land we love the most. 2 Oh, guard our shores from every foe, With peace our borders bless, With prosperous times our cities crown, Our fields with plenteousness. 344 PRAYER. 3 Unite us in the sacred love Of knowledge, truth and Thee, And let our hills and valleys shout The songs of liberty. 4 Here may religion, pure and mild, Smile on our Sabbath hours, And piety and virtue bless The home of us and ours. 5 Lord of the nations! thus to Thee Our country we commend; Be thou her Refuge and her Trust, Her everlasting Friend. 357 C AVTOR, teach me day by day, ^ Love's sweet lesson to obey; Sweeter lesson can not be, Loving Him who first loved me. 2 With a childlike heart of love, At Thy bidding may I move; I'inmpt to serve and follow Thee, Loving Him who first loved me. 3 Teach mo all Thy steps to trace, Strong to follow in Thy grace; Learning how to love from Thee, Loving Him who first loved me. 7s. PRAYER. 345 •A Love in loving finds employ, In obedience all her joy; Ever new that joy will be, Loving Him who first loved me. 5 Thus may I rejoice to show That I feel the love I owe ; Singing, till Thy face I see, Of His love who first loved me. 358 7s, 6s, 81. T ORD Jesus, by thy passion, ■L/ To thee I make my prayer; Thou who in mercy smitest, Have mercy, Lord, and spare: Oh, wash me in the fountain That iloweth from thy side; Oh, clothe me in the raiment Thy blood hath purified. 2 Oh, hold Thou up my goings, And lead from strength to strength, That unto Thee in Zion I may appear at length. Oh, make my spirit worthy To join the ransomed throng; Oh, teach my lips to utter That everlasting song. .3 Oh, give that last, best blessing That even saints can know, To follow in Thy footsteps Wherever Thou dost go. 34G PRAYER. Not wisdom, might, or glory, I ask to win above; I ask for Thee, Thee only, O Thou eternal Love! 359 JESUS Christ our Savior, J Once for us a child, In Thy whole behavior Meek, obedient, mild ; In Thy footsteps treading We Thy lambs will be, Foe nor danger dreading While we follow Thee. For all Thou bestowost, All Thou dost withhold; Whatsoe'er Thou knowcst Best for us, Thy fold; For all gifts and graces While we live below, Till in heavenly places We Thy face shall know: We, Thy children, raising Unto Thee our hearts, In Thy constant praising Bear otir duteous parts. As Thy love hath won us From the world away, Still Thy hands put on us; Bless us day by day. 6s, 5s, 61. PRAYER. 347 Let Thine angels guide ns; Let Thine arms enfold; In Thy bosom hide ns, Sheltered from the cold; To Thyself us gather, 'Mid the ransomed host, Praising Thee, the Father, And the Holy Ghost. 360 S. M. DEHOLD the throne of grace! *-* The promise calls me near; There Jesus shows a smiling face, And waits to answer pray'r. 2 My soul, ask what thou wilt, Thou canst not be too bold; Since His own blood for thee He spilt, What else can He withhold? 3 Thine image, Lord, bestow, Thy presence and Thy love ; I ask to serve Thee here below, And reign with Thee above. 4 Teach me to live by faith; Conform my will to Thine ; Let me victorious be in death, And then in glory shine. 348 PRAYER. 361 L. M. QH, grant us light, that we may know ^ The wisdom Thou alone canst g^ve ; That truth may guide where'er we go, And virtue bless where'er we live. 2 Oh, grant us light, that we may see Where error lurks in human lore, And turn our doubting minds to Thee, And love Thy simple word the more. 3 Oh, grant us light, that we may learn How dead is life from Thee apart) How sure is joy for all who turn To Thee an undivided heart. 4 Oh, grant us light, in grief and pain, To lift our burdened hearts above, And count the very cross a gain, And bless our Father's hidden love. 5 Oh, grant us light, when, soon or late All earthly scenes shall pass away. Tn Thee to find the Open gate To deathless home and endless day. 362 T ESTTS, who knows full well J The heart of every saint. Invites us all our grief to tell, To pray and never faint. S. M. PRAISE. 349 2 He bows his gracious ear, — We never plead in vain; Then let us wait till he appear, And pray, and pray again. 3 Jesus, the Lord, will hear His chosen when they cry; Yes, though he may a while forbear, He'll help them, from on high. 4 Then let us earnest cry, And never faint in prayer; He sees, he hears, and, from on high, Will make our cause his care. 363 praise* 6, 7, 6, lyfOW thank we all our God ■*■ * With heart and hands and voices, Who wondrous things hath done, In whom His world rejoices, Who from our mother's arms Hath blessed us on our way With countless gifts of love, And still is ours to-day. 2 O may this bounteous God Through all this life be near us, With ever joyful hearts And blessed peace to cheer us; 350 PRAISE. And keep us in His grace, And guide us when perplexed, And free us from all ills In this world and the next. 3 All praise and thanks to God The Father now be given The Son, and Him who reigns With them in highest heaven : The One eternal God, Whom earth and heaven adore; For thus it was, is now, And shall be evermore ! 364 6s, 5s, 81 D RAISE the Lord of heaven, *• Praise Him in the height, Praise Him, all ye angels, Praise Him, stars and light: Praise Him, clouds and waters, Which above the skies, When His word commanded, Did established rise. r raise the Lord, ye fountains Of the deeps and seas, Rocks, and hills, and mountains, Cedars, and all trees : Praise Him, clouds and vapors, Snow and hail, and fire, Stormy wind, fulfilling Only His desire. PRAISE. 351 Praise Him, fowls and cattle, Princes and all kings: Praise Him, men and maidens, All created things: For the Name of God is Excellent alone, Over earth His footstool, Over heaven His throne. 365 7s, 6s, 81. COME, let us sing of Jesus, While hearts and accents blend; Come, let us sing of Jesus, The sinner's only friend; His holy soul rejoices Amid the choirs above, To hear our youthful voices Exulting in His love. 2 We love to sing of Jesus, Who wept our path along ; We love to sing of Jesus, The tempted and the strong; None who besought His healing, He passed unheeded by; And still retains His feeling For us above the sky. 3 We love to sing of Jesus, Who died our souls to save ; We love to sing of Jesus, Triumphant o'er the grave; 352 PRAISE. And in our hour of danger, We'll trust His love alone, Who once slept in a manger, And now sits on a throne. 4 Then let us sing of Jesus, While yet on earth we stay, And hope to sing of Jesus Throughout eternal day. For those who here confess Him, lie will in heaven confess, And faithful hearts that bless Him, lie will for ever bless. 366 14,14,4,7,8. DRAISE to the Lord, the Almighty, the *■ King of creation! 0 my soul, praise Him, for He is thy Health and Salvation ! Join the full throng; Wake, harp and psalter and song; Sound forth in glad adoration! 2 I 'raise to the Lord, who oVr all things so wondrously reigneth, Who, as on wings of an eagle, uplifteth, sustaincth; 1 Iasi thou not seen I low thy desires all have been (J ranted in what lie ordaineth? PRAISE. 353 Praise to the Lord, who hath fearfully, wondrously made thee; Health hath vouchsafed, and when heedlessly falling hath stayed thee ; What need or grief Ever hath failed of relief? — Wings of His mercy did shade thee. Praise to the Lord, who doth visibly bless and defend thee; Who, from the heavens, the streams of His mercy doth send thee; Ponder anew What the Almighty can do, If with His love He befriend thee ! Praise to the Lord ! O let all that is in me adore Him! All that hath life and breath, come now with praises before Him! He is thy Light ; Soul, keep it always in sight, Gladly forever adore Him! 367 S. M. /^OME, sound His praise abroad, ^ And hymns of glory sing ! Jehovah is the sov'reign God, The universal King. 354 PRAISE. 2 He formed the deeps unknown; He gave the seas their bound; The watery worlds are all His own, And all the solid ground. 3 Come, worship at His throne; Come, bow before the Lord: We are His works and not our own, He formed us by His word. 4 To-day attend His voice, Nor dare provoke His rod; Come, like the people of His choice, And own your gracious uod! 368 8,7. DllATSE the Lord! ye heavens, adore Iliin; * Praise II im, angels, in the height; Sun and moon, rejoice before llim; Praise Him, all ye stars and light. 2 Praise the Lord! for He lialli spoken, Worlds His mighty voice obeyed; Laws, which never shall be broken, For their guidance He hath made. '.] Praise the Lord! Tor He is glorious; " \ Never shall His promise fail; God hath made His grace victorious, Sin and death shall not prevail. PRAISE. 355 4 Praise the God of our salvation; Hosts on highj His power proclaim ; Heaven and earth, and all creation, Laud and magnify His Xame ! 369 C. M. C\ GOD! we praise thee, and confess ^ That thou the only Lord And everlasting Father art, By all the earth adored. 2 To Thee all angels cry aloud; To Thee the powers on high, Both cherubim and seraphim, Continually do cry: — 3 O holy, holy, holy Lord, Whom heavenly hosts obey, The world is with the glory filled Of Thy majestic sway! - 4 The apostles' glorious company, And prophets crowned with light, With all the martyrs' noble host, Thy constant praise recite. 5 The holy church throughout the world, 0 Lord, confesses Thee, That Thou the eternal Father art, Of boundless majesty 366 PRAISE. 370 8,7. MIGHTY God, while angels bless Thee, ^* May a mortal lisp Thy Name ? Lord of men, as well as angels, Thou art ev'ry creature's theme. Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, xlmen. 2 Lord of ev'ry land and nation, Ancient of eternal days! Sounded through the wide creation Be Thy just and lawful praise. — Cho. 3 For the grandeur of Thy nature, Grand beyond a seraph's thought; For created works of power, Works with skill and kindness wrought. —Cho. 4 For Thy Providence, that governs Through Thine empire's wide domain, Wings an angel, guides a sparrow: Blessed be Thy gentle reign. — Cho. 5 But Thy rich, Thy free Redeittpfibh, Dark through brightness all along- Thought is poor, and poor expression: Who dare sing that awful song! — (Mm. 0 From the highest throne in glory To the Cross of deepest woe! All to ransom guilty captives! Flow, my praise, for ever flow. — Cho. PRAISE. 357 371 8s, 7s, 81. COME, thou Fount of ev'ry blessing, Tune my heart to sing Thy grace ; Streams of mercy, never ceasing, Call for songs of loudest praise. Teach me some melodious measure, Sung by flaming tongues above; Fill my soul with sacred pleasure, While I sing redeeming love. 2 Here I raise mine Ebenezer, Hither by Thy help I've come, And I hope, by Thy good pleasure, Safely to arrive at home. Jesus sought me when a stranger, Wand'ring from the fold of God; He, to save my soul from danger, Interposed His precious blood. 3 Oh! to grace how great a debtor Daily I'm constrain'd to be! Let that grace, Lord, like a fetter, Bind my wand'ring heart to Thee ! Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it ; Prone to leave the God I love — Here's my heart, Lord, take and seal it, Seal it for Thy courts above. 358 PRAISE. 372 8s, 7s, 81. LIUMBLE praises, holy Jesus, ■*■ -*■ Infant voices raise to Thee : In Thy mercy, O receive us ! Suffer us Thy lambs to be. Halleluia, sweetly singing, Joyful tribute now we bring. Halleluia, Halleluia! Halleluia, to our King. 2 Gracious Savior, be Thou with us; Let Thy mercy richly flow : Give Thy Spirit, Blessed Jesus! Light and life on us bestow. — Cho. 373 5, 5, 7, 5, 5, 8 DEAUTIFUL Savior! *-* King of Creation! Son of God and Son of Man! Truly I'd love Thee, , Truly I'd serve Thee, Light of my soul, my Joy, my Crown. Fair are the meadows, Fairer the woodlands, Robed in flowers of blooming spring; Jesus is fairer, Jesus is purer; He makes our sorrowing spirit sing. PRAISE. 359 3 Fair is the sunshine, Fairer the moonlight And the sparkling stars on high ; Jesus shines brighter, Jesus shines purer, Than all the angels in the sky. 4 Beautiful Savior! Lord of the nations! Son of God and Son of ]Man! Glory and honor, Praise, adoration, Xow and for evermore be Thine! 3 74 8s, 7s, 81. I" OPD, with glowing heart I'd praise Thee *-* For the bliss Thy love bestows, For the pardoning grace that saves me, And the peace that from it flows. Help, O God, my weak endeavor ; This dull soul to rapture raise : Thou must light the flame, or never Can my love be warmed to praise. 2 Praise, my soul, the God that sought thee, Wretched wanderer, far astray ; Found thee lost, and kindly brought thee ' From the paths of death away. 360 PRAISE. Praise, with love's devoutest feeling, Him who saw thy guilt-born fear, And the light of hope revealing, Bade the blood-stained Cross appear. 3 Lord, this bosom's ardent feeling Vainly would my lips express: Low before Thy footstool kneeling, Deign Thy suppliant's prayer to bless. Let Thy grace, my soul's chief treasure, Love's pure flame within me raise : And, since words can never measure, Let my life show forth Thy praise. 375 0 S. M. 81. IT, bless the Lord, my soul ! Let all within me join, And aid my tongue to bless his name, Whose favors are divine. Oh, bless the Lord, my soul, Nor let his mercies lie Forgotten in un thankfulness, And without praises die. 'Tis he forgives thy sins, 'Tis he relievos th.v pain, 'Tis ho that heals thy sicknesses, And gives I hoe strength again. lie erowns thy life with love. When ransomed from the grave; lie thai redeemed my sonl from death, Hath sovereign power to save. PRAISE. 361 He fills the poor with good; He gives the sufferers rest: The Lord hath judgments for the proud, And justice for the oppressed. His wondrous works and ways He made by Moses known; But sent the world His truth and grace By His beloved Son. 376 4, 7, 4, 7, 8. DEAISE ye the Lord, A In simple joyous measure, He hears each word Of children's joy with pleasure.--, t Praise ye the Lord. 2 Though children, we Thy glorious praise are telling, Attentive be, From heaven Thy holy dwelling, Thou callest little ones to Thee. 3 Thy praise alone Our hearts would render ever, Up to Thy throne Ascends our weak endeavor, Our outpoured song accept and own. 362 PRAISE. 4 Our stammering, Our feeble voice Thou nearest, O gracious King E'en for our praise Thou carest; Triumphant then, to Thee we sing. 5 In glory, we Our heavenly Father praising, Shall happy be, New songs unnumbered raising, Unceasing through eternity. 377 C. M. [ TrTOTK of Thee, my God, by night A And talk of thee by day; Thy love my treasure and delight, Thy truth my strength and stay. 2 The day is dark, the night is long, Unblest with thoughts of Thee, And dull to meet the sweetest song,. Unless its theme Thou be. 3 So all day long, nnd nil the night, Lord, let Thy presence be, Mine air, my breath, my shade, my light, Myself absorbed in Thee. PRAISE. 363 378 8s, 7s, 81. OH, what praises shall we render ^ To the Lord who reigns above, For His mercies, constant, tender, For His condescending love ! Though we often have offended, And transgressed His holy will, Still has He our souls befriended; We may call Him Father still. Heavenly Father, Thou hast taught us Thus to seek Thee in our youth; Hitherto Thy grace hath brought us, Lead us onward in Thy truth. We are weak, do Thou uphold us, And from every snare defend; Let Thy mighty arms enfold us, Save us, keep us, to the end. 3 Oh, our Father, great and glorious! Draw our youthful hearts to Thee; Let Thy grace be there victorious, Let Thy love our portion be. May we know Thy great salvation, Serve and love Thee all our days; Then in heaven, Thy habitation, Join to sing Thine endless praise. 364 PRAISE. 379 6s, 5s, 81. CUMMER suns are glowing *" Over land and sea; Happy light is flowing, Bountiful and free; Ev'rything rejoices In the mellow rays; All earth's thousand voices Swell the psalm of praise. God's free mercy streameth Over all the world, And His banner gleameth, Everywhere unfurled ; Broad and deep and glorious, As the heav'n above, Shines in might victorious His eternal love. Lord, upon our blindness, Thy pure radiance pour For Thy loving kindness Makes us love Thee more; And when clouds are drifting Dark across the sky, Then, the vail uplifting, Eat her, be Thou nigh. "We will never doubt Thee, Tho' Thou vail Thy light; Life is d;n-k without Thee, Death with Thee is bright; PRAISE. 365 Light of light, shine o'er us On our pilgrim way, Go Thou still before us To the endless day. 380 7,6. Y\ J E thank Thee, Heav'nly Father, ■ " For every earthly good, For life, and health, and clothing, And for our daily food. 2 0 give us hearts to thank Thee, For ev'ry blessing sent, And whatsoe'er Thou sendest Make us therewith content. £8 381 S. M. ~\l\ Y soul, repeat His praise *** Whose mercies are so great; "Whose anger is so slow to rise, So ready to abate. 2 High as the heavens are raised Above the ground we tread, So far the riches of His grace Our highest thoughts exceed. 3 His grace subdues our sins, And His forgiving love Far as the east is from the west Doth all our guilt remove. 366 PRAISE. 4 The pity of the Lord To those who fear His name, Is such as tender parents feel; He knows our feeble frame. 5 Our days are as the grass, Or like the morning flower! If one sharp blast sweep o'er the field, It withers in an hour. G But Thy compassions, Lord, To endless years endure; And children's children ever find Thy words of promise sure. 382 \Q £ 10s. I RATHER, again in Jesus' name we meet, And bow in penitence beneath Thy feet; Again to Thee our feeble voices raise, To sue for mercy, and to sing Thy praise. 2 Oh, we would bless Thee for Thy ceaseless care, And all Thy work from day to day declare! Is not our life with hourly mercies crowned ? Does not Thine arm encircle us around? 3 Alas! unworthy of Thy boundless love, Too oft with careless feet from Thee we rove; Hut now, eucou raged by Thy voice, we come, lveturniug sinners, to a Father's home. SERVICE. 367 4 Oh, by that name in which all fulness dwells, Oh, by that love which every love excels, Oh, by that blood so freely shed for sin, Open blest mercy's gate, and take us in! 383 Service* 7s, 6s, 81. TO Thee, my God and Savior! My heart exulting sings, Eejoicing in Thy favor, Almighty King of kings ! I'll celebrate Thy glory, With all Thy saints above, And tell the joyful story Of Thy redeeming love. 2 Soon as the morn with roses Bedecks the dewy east, And when the sun reposes Upon the ocean's breast, My voice, in supplication, Well-pleased the Lord shall hear : Oh, grant me Thy salvation, And to my soul draw near. 3 By Thee, through life supported, I'll pass the dangerous road, With heavenly hosts escorted, Up to Thy bright abode ; 368 SERVICE. Then cast my crown before Thee, And, all my conflicts o'er, Unceasingly adore Thee : — What could an angel more? 384 .mi*. 6,4. SAVIOR! I follow on, guided by thee. Seeing not yet the hand that leacjeth me Hushed be my heart and still, Fear I no further ill; Only to meet thy will My will shall be. 2 Rives the rook for me, thirst to relieve, Manna from heaven falls fresh every eve; Never a want severe, Causeth my eve a tear, But Thou dest whisper near, "Only believe!" :; Savior ! T long to walk closer witli Thee ; Led by Thy guiding hand, ever to be ; Constantly near thy side, Quickened and purified, laving for I lim who died Frock for me! SERVICE. 369 385 S. M. ACIIAEGE to keep I have, A God to glorify, A never-dying soul to save, And fit it for the sky. 2 To serve the present age, My calling to fulfill; Oh, may it all my powers engage To do my Master's will. ~m 3 Arm me with jealous care, As in Thy sight to live; And oh, Thy servant, Lord, prepare A strict account to give. 4 Help me to watch and pray, And on Thyself rely, Assured, if I my trust betray, I shall for ever die. 386 L. m. ^PITOU Maker of our mortal frame — -*- Of all Thy works the noblest far, We bow before Thy righteous claim To all we have, and all we are. 2 Our tongues were fashioned for Thy word, Our hands — to do Thy will divine ; Our bodies are Thy temple, Lord, The mind's immortal powers are Thine. 370 SERVICE. 8 Its highest thought — to trace Thy skill, Its purest love on Thee to rest, Its noblest action of the will, To choose Thy service, and be blest. 4 Our ransomed spirits rise to Thee — Unfailing source of light and joy ! Thy love has made Thy children free, Thy praise shall life and strength employ 5 Give grace and mercy to the end — For we are Thine and not our own: So shall we to Thy courts ascend, And cast our crowns before Thy throne. 387 8, 7, 8. r*OME, follow me, the Savior spake, ^ All in my way abiding: Deny yourselves, the world forsake, Obey my call and guiding; O bear the cross, whate'er betide, Take my examplo for your guide. I am the Light, I light the way, A virtuous life displaying; Who comes to me and follows, aye, I lead from his dark straying. I am the Way, and well I show J low men should sojourn here below. SERVICE. 371 3 My heart in lowliness abounds, My soul with love is glowing, And from my mouth are words and sounds Of meekness overflowing. My heart, my mind, my strength, my all To God I yield, on Him I call. 4 I teach you to avoid and flee What harms your soul's salvation, Your heart to purify and free From sin's abomination. Your Rock and Fortress e'er am I, And lead you to the life on high. 5 But if too hot you find the fray, I, at your side, stand ready; I fight myself, I lead the way, At all times firm and steady. A coward he who will not heed When the chief Captain takes the lead. 6 Who seeks to find his soul's welfare Without me, he shall lose it; But who to lose it may appear. In God shall introduce it. Who bears no cross, nor follows hard Deserves not me, nor my reward. 1 Then let us follow our dear Lord, Bearing the cross appointed, And bravely cleaving to His Word, 372 SERVICE. In suffering be undaunted. Who has not stood the battle's strain The crown of life shall ne'er obtain. ■ 388 LITTLE drops of water, Little grains of sand, Make the mighty ocean And the beauteous land. 2 And the little moments, Humble tho' they be, Make the mighty ages Of eternity. 6,5. 3 So our little errors Lead the soul away From the paths of virtue, Into sin to stray. 4 Little seeds of mercy, Sown by youthful hands, Go to bloss the nations Far in heathen lands. Lit tie deeds of kindness, Little words of love, Make our world an Eden, Like (lie IlenY'ii above. 389 SERVICE. 373 L. M. TTASTElSr, O sinner to be wise, •H And stay not for the morrow's sun, The longer wisdom you despise, The harder is she to be won. 2 O hasten, mercy to implore, And stay not for the morrow's sun, For fear thy season should be o'er Before this evening's course be run. 3 Hasten, O sinner, to return, And stay not for the morrow's sun, For fear thy lamp should fail to burn, Before the needful work is done. 4 Hasten, O sinner, to be blest, And stay not for the morrows sun, For fear the curse should thee arrest Before the morrow is begun. 390 6s, 5s, 121. WHO is on the Lord's side? * ■ Who will serve the King? Who will be His helpers, Other lives to bring? Who will leave the world's side ? Who will face the foe? Who is on the Lord's side? Who for Him will go? 376 SERVICE. Till the shadows of the evening Shall forever pass away, And the Resurrection morning Kindle into perfect day. 392 c. p.. lV/[ AY we Thy precepts, Lord, fulfill, *** And do on earth our Father's will, As angels do above : Still walk in Christ, the living Way, With all Thy children, and obey The law of Christian love. 2 So may we join Thy name to bless, Thy grace adore, Thy power confess, From sin and strife to flee: One is our calling, one our name, The end of all our hopes the same, A crown of life with Thee. 3 Spirit of life, of love and pence. Unite our hearts, our joy increase, Thy gracious help supply : To each of us the blessing give, In Christian fellowship to live, In joyful hope to die. 393 L. M. O ENEW me, O eternal Light, ** And let my heart, and soul be bright, Illumined with the light of grace, That issues from Thy holy face. SERVICE. 377 2 Destroy in me the lust of sin, From all impureness make me clean, 0 grant me power and strength, my God, To strive against my flesh and blood. 3 Create in me a new heart, Lord, That gladly I obey Thy Word, And naught but what Thou wilt, desire; With such new life my soul inspire. 4 Grant that I only Thee may love, And seek those things which are above, Till I behold Thee face to face, O Light eternal through Thy grace. 394 C. M. QH, for that tenderness of heart, ^ That bows before the Lord; That owns how just and good Thou art, And trembles at Thy word. 2 Oh, for those humble, contrite tears, Which from repentance flow; That sense of guilt which, trembling, fears The long-suspended blow! 3 Oh, fill my soul with faith and love, And strength to do Thy will ; Raise my desires and hopes above, — Thyself to me reveal. 378 SERVICE. 395 10s. CPIIIIT of God, descend upon my heart; ^ Wean it from earth, through all its pulses move ; Stoop to my weakness, mighty as Thou art, And make me love Thee as I ought to love. 2 1 ask no dream, no prophet ecstasies, No sudden rending of the veil of clay, No angel visitant, no opening skies; But take the dimness of my soul away. 3 Hast Thou not bid us love Thee, God and King? All, all Thine own, soul, heart, and strength, and mind; I see Thy cross — there teach my heart to cling: Oh, let me seek Thee, and oh, let me tind. 4 Teach me to feel that Thou art always nigh; Teach me the struggles of the soul to hear, To cheek the rising doubt, the rebel sigh; Teach me the patience of unanswered prayer. 5 Teach me to love Thee as Thine angels love, — One holy passion filling all my frame; The kindling of the I leaven-descended Dove, My heart an altar, and Thy love the (lame. SERVICE. 379 396 (s, 81. [ ITTLE children, come to Jesus; ■^ Hear Him saying, "Come to Me :" Blessed Jesus, who to save us, Shed His blood on Calvary. Little souls were made to serve Him, All His holy law fulfill; Little hearts were made to love Him, Little hands to do His will. Little eyes to read the Bible, Given from the heav'ns above; Little ears to hear the story Of the Savior's wondrous love; Little tongues to sing His praises; Little feet to walk His ways ; Little bodies to be temples Where the Holy Spirit stays. 397 L. M. rP HERE is within this heart of mine * A little church with sacred shrine, And stained forever with the blood Of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God. 9, Here dwelleth God the Father, Son, _, And Holy Spirit, Three in One; He is my soul's beloved Guest, And grants my heart true peace and rest. 380 SERVICE. 3 This little church looks poor and odd ; But being the abode of God It has a glorious, peerless grace: It is God's royal dwelling-place. 4 This little church, Lord, I commend Unto Thy care, and pray: Defend And shield it from calamity, Dwell there now and eternally. 398 T ET me learn of Jesus; fftf He is kind to me; Once He died to save me, Nailed upon the tree. 2 When I go to Jesus, He will hear me pray, Make me pure and holy, Take my sins away. 3 Let me think of Jesus; He is full of low. Looking down upon me From His throne above. 6,5. If I trust in Jesus, If I do His will, Then I shall be happy, Safe from every ill. SERVICE. 381 399 400 5 O how good is Jesus! May He hold my hand, And at last receive me To a better land. S. M. ,rTlS God the Spirit leads *- In paths before unknown; The work to be performed is ours, The strength is all his own. 2 Supported by His grace We still pursue our way; And hope at last to reach the prize, Secure in endless day. 3 'Tis he that works to will, 'Tis he that works to do; His is the power by which we act, His be the glory too. 6s, 6s, 6s, 5s, 81. COWING in the morning, sowing seeds ^ of kindness, Sowing in the noontide and the dewy eve ; Waiting for" the harvest, and the time of reaping, We shall come, rejoicing, bringing in the sheaves. 382 SERVICE. Bringing- in the sheaves, bringing in the sheaves, We shall come, rejoicing, bringing in the sheaves; Bringing in the sheaves, bringing in the sheaves, We shall come, rejoicing, bringing in the sheaves. 2 Sowing in the sunshine, sowing in the si 1 a (lows, Fearing neither clouds nor winter's chilling breeze ; By and by the harvest, and the labor ended, We shall come, rejoicing, bringing in the sheaves. — Cho. 3 Going forth with weeping, sowing for the Master, Tlio' the loss sustain'd our spirit often grieves; When our weeping's over, lie will bid us welcome, We shall come, rejoicing, bringing in the sheaves. — Cho. 401 p S. M. BLEST be the tie that binds Our hearts in Christian love: The fellowship of kindred minds Is like to that above. iERVICE. 383 2 Before our Father's throne We pour our ardent prayers; Our fears, our hopes, our aims are one, Our comforts and our cares. 3 We share our mutual woes, Our mutual burdens bear; And often for each other flows The sympathizing tear. 4 When we asunder part, It gives us inward pain; But we shall still be joined in heart, And hope to meet again. 5 This glorious hope revives Our courage by the way; While each in expectation lives, And longs to see the day. 6 From sorrow, toil, and pain, And sin, we shall be free, And perfect love and friendship reign Through all eternity. 402 8s, 7s, 81, [ OVING Savior, Thou art calling ■*-' Children to Thyself to-day; They have wandered from the shelter Of Thy fold, and gone astray. 384 SERVICE. Bring thein back to peace and safety ; May they hear Thy loving call ; Thou art waiting to receive them, Draw each one, receive them all. Loving Savior, there is sorrow Traced upon Thy thorn-marked brow; Jesus, why that look of anguish? Why the tears Thou sheddest now? Is it not because they tarry, And Thou call'st for them in vain? Yes, their doubts will wound and grieve Thee, Tender hearts now cause Thee pain. Loving Savior, I am coming, Bringing all my sins to Thee; As I am, in shame and sorrow, Lord, receive and rescue me. At the Cross I lay my burden, Lowly at Thy feet I bow; I no longer doubt and grieve Thee, Cleanse my heart, Lord, save me now. Loving Savior, Thou art pleading For my heart, my life, my all; Long without I've kept Thee waiting, Now I open ;il Thy call. Come Thou in, lake full possession, Consecrated it shall bo; Take mv life, direct, and use it, I will live it all for Thee! SERVICE;. 385 403 0 H, what can little hands do To please the King of heaven? The little hands some work may try, To help the poor in misery — Such grace to mine be given, 2 Oh, what can little lips do To please the King of heaven ? The little lips can praise and pray, And gentle words of kindness say — Such grace to mine be given. 3 Oh, what can little eyes do To please the King of heaven ? The little eyes can upward look, Can learn to read God's holy book — Such grace to mine be given. 4 Oh, what can little hearts do To please the King of heaven? The hearts, if God His Spirit send, Can love and trust the children's Friend- Such grace to mine be given. 5 When hearts and hands, and lips unite — To please the King of heaven, And serve the Savior with delight, They are more precious in His sight — Such grace to mine be given. ^H^H 38G SERVICE. 404 7s, 6s, 81. COME, praise your Lord and Savior In strains of holy mirth! Give thanks to Him, O children, Who lived a child on earth! He loved the little children, And called them to His side, His loving arms embraced them, And for their sake He died. 2 O Jesus, we would praise Thee With songs of holy joy; For Thou on earth didst sojourn A pure and spotless boy. Make us like Thee, obedient, Like Thee from sin-stains free, Like Thee in God's own temple, In lowly home like Thee. 3 O Jesus, we would praise Thee, The lowly maiden's son : In Thee all gentlest graces Are gathered into one. Oh, give that best adornment That Christian child can wear, The meek and quiet spirit Which shone in Thee so fair! 4 O Lord, with voices lifted We sing our songs of praise; TSe Tlion the light arid pattern Of all our childhood's days; SERVICE. 387 And lead us ever onward, That while we stay below, We may, like Thee, O Jesus, In grace and wisdom grow. 405 q ft JESUS, from Thy throne on high, Far above the bright blue sky, Look on us with loving Eye; Hear us, Holy Jesus. 2 Little hearts may love Thee well, Little lips' Thy love may tell, Little hymns Thy praises swell; Hear us, Holy Jesus. Little lives may be divine, Little deeds of love may shine, Little ones be wholly Thine; Hear us, Holy Jesus. 4 Be Thou with us every day, In our work and in our play, When we learn and when we pray Hear us, Holy Jesus. 5 When we lie asleep at night, Ever may Thy Angels bright Keep us safe till morning light ; Hear us, Holy Jesus. 388 SERVICE. 6 Make us brave, without a fear; Make us happy, full of cheer, Sure that Thou art always near; Hear us, Holy Jesus. 7 May we grow from day to day, Glad to learn each holy way, Ever ready to obey; Hear us, Holy Jesus. 8 May we ever try to be From our sinful tempers free, Pure and gentle, Lord, Tike Thee; Hear us, Holy Jesus. 9 May our thoughts be undefiled; May our words bo true and mild; Make us each a holy child ; Hear us, Holy Jesus. 10 Jesus, Son of God most high, Who didst in the manger lie, Who upon the Cross didst die; Hear us, Holy Jesus. 11 Jesus, from Thy heavenly Throne, Wahdiing o'er each lit lie one, Till our life on earth is done; Hear us, Holy Jesus. SERVICE. 389 406 p.m. PIYE, give, willingly give, ^-* Since God hath given to thee, So many rich tokens of His love, So bounteously and so free. Oh, hasten to give to the suffering ones, Oh, hasten, your blessing bestow! Remember Who makes thee to differ from them, From Whom thy mercies all flow; Give, give, give, 'tis better to give than receive. 2 Give, give, joyfully give, Of thy most bountiful store; To succor the needy ones of earth, To gladden the suffering poor. — Cho. 3 Give, give, gratefully give, The precious Gospel of peace, That sinners may know the Savior's love, The weary may find release. — Cho. 4 Give, give, speedily give, Although the gift may be small; A smile, or a tear, or loving word May surely be given by all. — Cho. 390 SERVICE. 407 L. M. Q BLEST the house, whateVr befall, ^ Where Jesus Christ is all iu all; Yea, if He were not dwelling there, How poor, and dark, and void it were ! 2 O blest that house where faith ye find. And all within have set their mind, To trust their God, and serve Him still, And do in all His holy will. 3 O blest the parents who give heed Unto their children's foremost need, And weary not of care or cost: To them and heaven shall none be lost. 4 Blest such a house, it prospers well, In peace and joy the parents dwell. And in their children's lot is shown How richly God can bless His own. 5 Then here will T and mine to-day A solemn cov'nant make and sav : Though all the world forsake Thy Word, T and my house will serve the Lord. 408 TN the vineyard of our Father, * Daily work we find to do; Scattered gleanings we may gather, SERVICE. 391 Though we are but young and few; | : Little clusters :] Help to fill the garners, too. Toiling early in the morning, Catching moments thro' the day, Xothing small or lowly scorning, So along our path we stray; | : Gathering gladly :| Free-will offerings by the way. Not for selfish praise or glory, Xot for objects nothing worth, But to send the blessed story Of the Gospel o'er the earth, | : Telling mortals :| Of our Lord and Savior's birth. L"p and ever at our calling, Till in death our lips are dumb, Or till — sin's dominion falling — Christ shall in His kingdom come; | : And His children :| Reach their everlasting home. Steadfast, then, in our endeavor, Heavenly Father, may we be; And, for ever and for ever, We will give the praise to Thee ; I .-Hallelujah! :| Singing all eternally. 392 SERVICE. 409 7,6. COME to Jesus, little one, Come to Jesus now; Humbly at His gracious throne In submission bow. 2 At His feet confess your sin; Seek forgiveness there; For His blood can make you clean — He will hear your pray'r. 3 Seek His face without delay, Give Him now your heart; Tarry not, but while you may, Choose the better part. 410 s. OW blest are they who strive Their Lord's command to keep. Who send abroad the word of life To feed His wand'ring sheep. M. H 2 How blest the messengers That Word of life who bear, And far away in heathen lands The Savior's love declare. 3 O Lord, we would unite His glorious work to aid From love to Thee, whose love to us Is day by day displayed. SERVICE. 893 4 It needs not age or wealth Thy power to possess; The prayers of children Thou wilt hear, The work of children bless. 5 A life of active love, O teach us, Lord, to live, That we who freely have received May also freely give. 411 Is, 6s, 81. T ET me be Thine forever, *-* Thou faithful God and Lord; Let me forsake Thee never Nor wander from Thy Word, Lord, do not let me waver, But give me steadfastness, And for such grace forever Thy holy name I'll bless. Lord Jesus, my Salvation, My Light, my Life divine, My only Consolation, O make me wholly Thine! For Thou hast dearly bought me With blood and bitter pain; Let me, since Thou hact sought me, Eternal life obtain. - 394 SERVICE. 3 And Thou, O Holy Spirit, My Comforter and Guide, Grant that in Jesus' merit I always may confide, Him to the end confessing, Whom I have known by faith. Give me Thy constant blessing, And grant a Christian death. 412 C. M. "VfE children, whom a Father's care * And friends and home have bless'd, 'Tis yours to hear the orphan's prayer, And give the sufferer rest. 2 'Tis yours to soothe the throbbing heart, And pour the balm of peace, The gifts of Christian love t' impart, And bid dark sorrow cease. 3 'Tis sweet, by gentle pity stirred, The wretched to relieve; "More bless'd," as saith the sacred Word, "To give than to receive." 4 Bring then, each one, your little store, And let it thus be spent; For what is given to the poor Unto the Lord is lent. WARFARE— PROCESSIONAL. 395 413 C. M- U OW sweet, how heavenly is the sight, f * When they that love the Lord In one another's peace delight, And so fulfill His word! 2 When each can feel his brother's sigh, And with him bear a part; When sorrow flows from eye to eye, And joy from heart to heart: — 3 When, free from envy, scorn, and pride, Our wishes all above, Each can his brother's failings hide, And show a brother's love. Cdarf are— processional. 414 p.m. AI7E come in the might of the Lord of Light, '* In rev'rent train to meet Him; And we put to flight the armies of night, That the sons of day may greet Him. We march, we march to victory, With the cross of the Lord before us, With His loving eye looking down from the sky, And His holy arm spread o'er us. 396 WARFARE— PROCESSIONAL. 2 Our sword is the Spirit of God on high, Our helmet is His salvation, Our banner the Cross of Calvary, And our watchword the Incarnation. — Ref. 3 Then onward we march, now our arms to prove. The cross of Christ before us, With His eye of love, looking down from above, And His holy arm spread o'er us. — Kef. 415 AMIa soldier of the cross ? ^ *■ A follower of the Lamb? And shall I fear to own J I is en use, Or blush to speak His naine'4 2 Must I be carried to the skies On flowery bods of ease, While olhors rotfgfht to win the prize, And sailed through bloody Beas? C. M. 3 Are there no foes for me to face 9 Must 1 not sloin the Hood? Is this vile world :i friend to ^rnee, To help me on to God? 4 Sure I must fight if I would reign; Ineivnse my eournge. Lord ! I'll bear the toil, endure the pain, Supported by Thy word. WARFARE-PROCESSIONAL. 397 5 Thy saints in all this glorious war Shall conquer, though they die; They see the triumph from afar, And seize it with their eye. 6 When that illustrious day shall rise, And all Thy armies shine In robes of victory through the skies, The glory shall be Thine. 416 6s, 5s, 121. UORWARD! be our watchword, ■*■ Step and voices join'd, Seek the things before us, Not a look behind; Burns the fiery pillar At our army's head; Who shall dream of shrinking, By our Captain led ? Forward thro' the desert, Thro' the toil and fight, Jordan flows before us, Sion beams with light. Forward when in childhood Buds the infant mind; All thro' youth and manhood, Not a thought behind: Speed thro' realms of nature, Climb the steps of grace; 398 WARFARE— PROCESSIONAL. Faint not, till in glory Gleams our Father's face. Forward, all the life-time Climb from height to height Till the head be hoary, Till the eve be light ! 3 Forward, flock of Jesus, Salt of all the earth, Till each yearning purpose Spring to glorious birth; Sick, they ask for healing, Blind, they grope for day; Pour upon the nations Wisdom's loving ray. Forward, out of error, Leave behind the night: Forward thro' the darkness, Forward into light. 4 Glories upon glories, Hath our God prepared, By the souls that love 'II im One day to be shared; Eye hath not beheld them, Ear hath never heard; Nor of these hath uttered Thought or speech or word. Forward, marching forward Where llie heaven is bright, Till the veil be lifted, Till our faith be sight! WARFARE— PROCESSIONAL. 399 5 Far o'er yon horizon Ilise the city towers, Where our God abideth, That fair home is ours ; Flash the streets with jasper, Shine the gates with gold : Flows the gladdening river Shedding joys untold: Thither, onward thither, In the Spirit's might: Pilgrim to your country, Forward into light. 417 L. M. pLING out the banner ! let it float ** Skyward and seaward, high and wide; The sun, that lights its shining folds, The cross, on which the Savior died. 2 Fling out the banner! angels bend In anxious silence o'er the sign ; And vainly seek to comprehend The wonder of the love divine. 3 Fling out the banner ! heathen lands Shall see from far the glorious sight, And nations, crowding to be born, Baptize their spirits in its light. 400 WARFARE -PROCESSIONAL. 4 Fling out the banner! sin-sick souls That sink and perish in the strife, Shall touch in faith its radiant hem, And spring immortal into life. 5 Fling out the banner ! let it float Skyward and seaward, high and wide, Our glory, only in the cross; Our only hope, the Crucified! 0> Fling out the banner! wide nnd high. Seaward and skyward, let it shine: Nor skill, nor might, nor merit ours ; We conquer only in that sign. 418 6, 121. DRIOTTTLY gleams our banner *-* Pointing to the sky, — Waving wand'rers onward To their home on high. Journeying o'er the desert, Gladly thus we pray, And with hearts united Take our heavenward way. Brightly gleams our banner Pointing to the sky, Waving wand'rers onward To their home on high. WARFARE- PROCESSIONAL. 401 2 Jesus, Lord and Master, At Thy sacred feet, Here with heart rejoicing See Thy children meet : Often have we left Thee, Often gone astray; Keep us, mighty Savior, In the narrow way. — Cho. 3 All our days direct us In the way we go, Lead us on victorious Over every foe: Bid Thine angels shield us When the storm-clouds lower. Pardon, Lord, and save us In the last dread hour. 4 Then with saints and angels May we join above, Offering prayers and praises At Thy throne of love ; When the toil is over, Then come rest and peace, Jesus in His beauty, Songs that never cease. 419 7, 6, 81. GO forward, Christian soldier, Beneath His banner true; The Lord Himself, thy leader, Shall all thy foes subdue. 402 WARFARE-PROCESSIONAL. His love foretells thy trials; He knows thine hourly need; He can with bread of heaven Thy fainting spirit feed. 2 Go forward, Christian soldier 1 Fear not the secret foe; Far more o'er thee are watching Than human eyes can know ; Trust only Christ, thy Captain; Cease not to watch and pray; Heed not the treacherous voices That lure thy soul astray. 3 Go forward, Christian soldier! Nor dream of peaceful rest, 'Till Satan's host is vanquished, And heaven is all possessed; 'Till Christ Himself shall call thee To lay thine armor by, And wear in endless glory The crown of victory. 4 Go forward, Christian soldier! Fear not the gathering night, The Lord has been thy Shelter, The Lord will be thy Light. When morn His face revealctk, Thy dangers all are past; Oh, pray that faith and virtue May keep thee to the last! 420 WARFARE— PROCESSIONAL. 403 11, 10, 11, 9. Q GOD, All terrible ! Thou who ordainest V Thunder Thy clarion, and lightning Thy sword ; Show forth Thy pity on high where Thou reignest ; Give to us Peace in our time, O Lord! 2 O God, omnipotent, mighty Avenger! Watching unseen, wielding judgment unheard, Show us compassion, — oh, save us from danger, — Give to us peace in our time, O Lord! 3 O God, all-merciful! Earth hath forsaken Thy ways all-holy, — hath slighted Thy word, — Let not Thy wrath, in its terror, awaken, — Give to us pardon and peace, O Lord ! 4 So shall we glorify, filled with devotion. Thy grace that saved us from peril and sword ; Shouting in chorus, from Ocean to Ocean, "Not unto us, but to Thee, O Lord!" 404 WARFARE— PROCESSIONAL. 421 10s. CLNXtING for Jesus, our Savior and King, ^T Singing for Jesus, the Lord whom we love : All adoration we joyously bring. Longing to praise as they praise Him above. 2 Singing for Jesus, our Master and Friend, Telling His love and His marvellous graee Love from eternity, love without end, Love for the loveless, the sinful and base. Singing for Jesns, and trying to win Many to love Him, and join in the song; ("idling the weary and wandering in, lvolling the ehorus of gladness along. I Singing for Jesus, our Shepherd and Guide] Singing for gladness of he;irl thai llegives; Singing for wonder and praise that lie died, Singing for blessing and joy that lie lives. Singing for Jesns, oh, singing with joy! Tims will we praise Hint and tell out His love, Till He shall call ns to brighter employ, Singing for Jesns, for ever above. WARFARE— PROCESSIONAL. 405 422 6s, 5s, 81. [IN our way rejoicing as we homeward move, **' Hearken to our praises, O Thou God of love! Is there grief or sadness ? Thine it can not be ! Is our sky be-clouded ? Clouds are not from Thee! 2 If with honest-hearted love for God and man, Day by day Thou find us doing what we can, Thou who giv'st the seed-time wilt give large increase, Crown the head with blessings, fill the heart with peace. 3 On our way rejoicing gladly let us go ; Conquer'd hath our Leader, vanquish'd is our foe! Christ without, our safety, Christ within, our joy ; Who, if we be faithful, can our hope destroy? 4 Unto God the Father joyful songs we sing; Unto God the Savior thankful hearts we bring; Unto God the Spirit bow we and adore, On our way rejoicing now and evermore ! 423 6s, P s, 121. QNWAKD, Christian soldiers, ^ Marching as to war, With the Cross of Jesus Going on before. 406 WARFARE— PROCESSIONAL. Christ, the royal Master, Leads against the foe: Forward into battle, See His banners go. Onward, Christian soldiers, Marching as to war, "With the Cross of Jesus Going on before. At the sign of triumph, Satan's armies flee: On, then, Christian soldiers, On to victory. Hell's foundations quiver, At the shout of praise; Brothers, lift your voices, Loud your anthems raise. — Cho. Like a mighty army, Moves the Church of God: Brothers, we are (reading Where the Saints have trod. We are not divided, All one body we, One in hope, in doctrine, One in charity. — Cho. 4 What the Saints established That we hold for true: What the Saints believed That believe we too. CROSS AND COMFORT. 407 Long as earth endureth Men that Faith will hold — Kingdoms, nations, empires, In destruction rolled. — Cho. Crowns and thrones may perish, Kingdoms rise and wane, But the Church of Jesus Constant will remain. Gates of hell can never 'Gainst that Church prevail : We have Christ's own promise, And that cannot fail. — Cho. Onward, then, ye faithful, Join our happy throng, Blend with ours your voices, In the triumph-song: Glory, laud, and honor, Unto Christ the King: This, through countless ages, Men and angels sing. — Cho. 424 Cross and Comfort* T3EACE, peace I leave with you, ■*■ My peace I give to you. Trust to My care! Thus the Redeemer said, 408 CROSS AND COMFORT. And bowed His sacred head, Lone in the garden shade, Wrestling in prayer. 2 Peace, peace I leave with yon, My peace 1 give to yon, Perfect and pure; Not as the world doth give, Words that the soul deceive, Ye who in Me believe, Shall rest secure. 3 Peace, peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you, Though foes invade. All power is given to Mo, I will your refuge be, Now and eternally, Be not dismayed! 425 C. M. T7ATITER of love, our guide and friend, ^ Oh, lead us gently on, Until life's trial time shall end, And heavenly peace bo won. 2 We knew not what the path may bo, As yet by lis untrod; But we can trust our all to Thee, Our Father and OUT Cod. CROSS AND COMFORT. 3 If called, like Abraham's child, to climb The hill of sacrifice, Some angel may be there in time ; Deliverance shall arise : 4 Or, if some darker lot be good, Oh, teach us to endure The sorrow, pain, or solitude, That make the spirit pure. 5 Christ by no flowery pathway came ; And we, His followers here, Must do Thy will and praise Thy name, In hope, and love, and fear: 6 And, till in heaven we sinless bow, And faultless anthems raise, 0 Father, Son, and Spirit, now Accept our feeble praise. 426 S.M. A FEW more years shall roll, ■^*- A few more seasons come, And we shall be with those that rest Asleep within the tomb. 2 A few more storms shall beat On this wild rocky shore; And we shall be where tempests cease, And surces swell no more. 410 CROSS AND COMFORT. 3 A few more struggles here, A few more partings o'er, A few more toils, a few more tears, ' And we shall weep no more. 4 Tis but a little while, And lie shall come again, Who died that we might live, who lives That we with Him may reign. 5 Then, O my Lord, prepare My soul for that great day; O wash me in Thy precious blood, And take my sins away. 427 10,4, 10,10. EAD, kindly Light, amid th' encircling -L' gloom, Lead Thou me on; The night is dark, and I am far from home, Lead Thou me on ; Keep Thou my feet; I do not ask to see The distant scene; one step enough for me. I was not ever thus, nor prayed that Thou Shouldst lead me on; T loved to choose and see my path; but now Lead thou me on ! I loved tho garish thoir hearts with a message of poaee; Comfort the sad, who in weakness are lying, (J rant the departing a gentle release. MISCELLANEOUS. 447 3 We, Lord, like flowers, must bloom and must wither ; We, like these blossoms, must fade and must die; Gather us, Lord, to Thy bosom for ever, Grant us a place in Thy house in the sky. 465 P. M. WE plough the fields, and scatter The good seed on the land, But it is fed and watered By God's almighty hand; He sends the snow in winter, The warmth to swell the grain, The breezes and the sunshine, And soft refreshing rain. All good gifts around us Are sent from heaven above; Then thank the Lord, O thank the Lord, For all His love. He only is the Maker Of all things near and far; He paints the wayside flower, And lights the evening star; The winds and waves obey Him, By Him the birds are fed; Much more to us, His children, He gives our daily bread. All good gifts, etc. 448 MISCELLANEOUS. 3 We thank Thee, then, 0 Father, For all things bright and good, The seed-time and the harvest, Our life, our health, our food; Aceept the gifts we offer For all Thy love imparts, And, what Thou most desirest, Our humble, thankful hearts. All good gifts, etc. 466 7s, 81. POME, ye thankful people, come, ^ Raise the song of Harvest-Home: All is 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. We ourselves are God's own field, Fruit unto His praise to yield; Wheat and lares together sown, Unto joy or sorrow grown: First tlie blade, ;md then the ear, Then the full corn shall appear; Lord of harvest ! grant that we Wholesome grain and pure may be. MISCELLANEOUS. 449 For the Lord, our God, shall come, And shall take His harvest home; From His field shall purge away All that doth offend, that day ; Give His angels charge at last In the fire the tares to cast, But the fruitful ears to store In His garner evermore. 4 Come, Thou Lord of harvest, come, To Thy final Harvest-Home ! Gather Thou Thy people in, Free from sorrow, free from sin; There for ever purified, In Thy garner to abide : Come, with all Thine angels, come, Raise the glorious Harvest-Home! 467 7s, 61. p OR the beauty of the earth, 1 For the glory of the skies, For the love which from our birth Over and around us lies; Christ, our Lord, to Thee we raise This our hymn of grateful praise. 450 MISCELLANEOUS. 2 For the wonder of each hour Of the day and of the night, Hill and vale, and tree and flower, Sun and moon, and stars of light, Christ, our God, to Thee we raise This our hymn of grateful j^raise. 3 For the joy of human love, Brother, sister, parent, child, Friends on earth, and friends above, For all gentle thoughts and mild: Christ, our God, to Thee we raise This our hymn of gratoful praise. 4 For Thy Church, that evermore Lifteth holy hands above, Offering up on every shore Her pure sacrifice of love: Christ, our God, to Thee we raise This our hymn of grateful praise. 5 For Thyself, best Gift Divine! To our race so freely given, For that great, great love of Thine, Peace on earth, and joy in heaven; Christ, our God, to Thee we raise This our hymn of grateful praise. MISCELLANEOUS. 451 468 6,4. r*OD bless our native land! \J Firm may she ever stand, Through storm and night; When the wild tempests rave, Ruler of wind and wave, Do Thou our country save By Thy great might ! 2 For her our prayer shall rise To God above the skies; On Him we wait: Thou who art ever nigh, Guarding with watchful eye, To Thee aloud we cry, God save the State! f 4»> *v Index of first Lines. HYMN A Babe is born in Betblchcm 83 Abide, O dearest Jesus 27 Abide with me! fast falls the eventide 42 Above the elcar, blue sky 239 A charge to keep I ha ve 385 A few more years shall roll 426 Again the morn of gladness ..." 60 A great and mighty wonder 107 A hymn of glory let us sing 125 Alas! and did my Savior bleed 148 All glory be to God on high 11 All glory, praise and honor 156 All hail the power of Jesus' name 305 All my heart tbis night rejoices 78 All praise to Thee, my God, this night 51 Almighty Father, bless the word 21 Am I a soldier of the cross 415 A mighty Fortress is our God 262 Angels, from the realms of glory 118 Angel voices, ever singing 204 Another day has passed away 46 Another year is dawning 123 Arise, O God, and shine 284 Arise, sons of the kingdom! 90 Arm of the Lord, awake! awake! 282 Around the throne of God in heaven 458 As each happy Christmas 113 As helpless as a child who clings 435 Asleep in Jesus, blessed sleep! 445 As pants the wearied hart for cooling springs 432 Assembled in our school once more 16 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 453 hymn- As with gladness men of old 128 At Jesus' feet our infant sweet 234 Awake, my heart, with gladness 173 Awake, my soul, and with the sun 34 Beautiful Savior 373 Before Jehovah's awful throne 1 Before the Lord we bow 283 Behold a stranger at the doer! 328 Behold the shade of night is now receding 28 Behold the throne of grace! 360 Beside a manger lowly 100 Blessed Father; Great Creator 217 Blessed Jesus, at Thy word 7 Blessed Savior! Thee I love 153 Blest are the pure in heart 431 Blest be the tie that binds 401 Brightest and best of the sons of the morning 277 Brightly gleams our banner 418 Bright was the guiding star that led 132 Calm on the list'ning ear of night 96 Christians, carol sweetly Ill Christ is born of maiden fair 98 Christ Is king and gentle 252 Christ is risen! Hallelujah! 164 Christ, the Life of all the living 140 Christ, the Lord is risen to-day 1C3 Come, and Christ the Lord be praising 87 Come, children, and join in our festival song 463 Come, follow me, the Savior spake 387 Come hither, ye children, O come one and all 92 Come hither, ye faithful, triumphantly sing 82 Come, Holy Ghost, Creator, come 194 Come, Holy Spirit, come! 197 Come, Holy Spirit, heavenly Dove 199 Come, let us sing of Jesus 365 Come, my soul, thy suit prepare 355 454 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. HYMN Come, praise your Lord and Savior 404 Come, sound His praise abroad 367 Come, Thou almighty King 211 Come, Thou Desire of all Thy Saints 8 Come, Thou fount of every blessing 371 Come, Thou long-expected Jesus — 7G Come, Thou precious Ransom, come 75 Come to Jesus, little one 409 Come, ye faithful, raise the strain 177 Come, ye thankful people, come 4G6 Commit thou all thy griefs 430 Cross of Jesus, Cross of sorrow 142 Crown Him with many crowns 152 Dear Father in Heaven 254 Draw nigh and take the body of your Lord 237 Draw us to Thee 187 Earth has many a noble city 134 Ev'ry morning mercies new 35 Faithful Shepherd, feed me 327 Father, again in Jesus' name we meet 382 Father, bless our school to-day 2 Father, helpless, how shall 1 439 Father of love, our guide and friend 425 Father, Son, and Holy Chost 20G Fear Not, O little flock the Foe 27J Fling out the banner! let it float 117 For a season called to part 24 For the beauty of the earth 407 For Thy mercy and Thy grace 124 Forward! be our watchword 410 From Greenland's icy mountains 281 From heaven above to earth I come 8S From the eastern mountains 2G7 Gather around the Christmas tree 84 Gentle Jesus, meek and mild 249 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 455 HYMN Give thanks to God the Lord 179 Give, give, willingly give 406 Glorious things of thee arc spoken 261 Glory and praise to Thee, Redeemer blest 162 Glory be to God the Father 3 Glory be to Jesus 146 Glory, glory to our King 184 Glory to the Father give 215 God bless our native land 468 God hath sent His angels to the earth again 172 God of pity, God of grace 12 God is our refuge and defence 265 Go forward, Christian soldier 419 Golden harps are sounding 183 Gracious Spirit, Dove Divine.. 14 Gracious Spirit, dwell within me 190 Grant us, 0 our Heavenly Father 391 Great God with wonder and with praise 229 Hail to the Lord's Anointed 116 Hail, Thou once despised Jesus! 293 Halleluiah ! Halleluiah 181 Halleluiah! Halleluiah! 178 Halleluiah! Lord our voices 59 Happy are we, God's own little flock 276 Hark! a burst of heav'nly music 114 Hark, hark, my soul! Angelic songs are swelling 103 Hark! the Christmas bells are ringing 112 Hark the glad sound! the Savior comes 77 Hark! the herald angels sing 80 Hark! the loud celestial hymn 213 Hark, the sounds melodious stealing 94 Hark! what mean these holy voices ; 104 Hark! what sounds are sweetly stealing 99 Hasten, O sinner to be wise 389 Hear Thy children, gentle Jesus 49 Hear us, Thou that broodest 191 Heaven! hear our sighing 254 456 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. HYMN Heavenly Father, grant Thy blessing 19 Heavenly Father, send Thy blessing 24 He giveth us the victory 166 He is risen! He is risen! 167 Here in Thy name eternal God 268 Here, Lord we offer Thee all that is fairest 464 Holy Bible, book divine 226 Holy Father, hear my cry 345 Holy Ghost, the Infinite 192 Holy Ghost, with light divine 197 Holy Jesus, by Thy Passion 138 Holy, holy, holy Lord 207 Holy, holy, holy Lord ! 216 Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty 212 Holy Spirit! hear us 5 Holy Spirit, hear us 195 Holy Spirit, Lord of lova 256 Holy, holy, holy is the Lord 208 Hosauna! loud hosanna! 101 Hosanna! Raise the pealing hymn 73 Hosanna to the living Lord 6 Hosanna we sing, like the children dear 247 How blest are they who strive 410 How gentle God's commands 433 How happy is the child who hears 243 How precious is the Book divine 228 How shall the young secure their hearts 222 How sweet, how heavenly is the siyht 413 How sweet the name of Jesus sounds 83ff Humble praises, holy Jesus 372 Hush, my babe, be still and slumber 238 Uush'd was the evening hymn 211 T adore Thee, I adore Thee ! 139 I am trusting Thee, Lord Jesus 333 I could not do without Thee BB6 [ know that my Redeemer lives 170 I lay my Kins on Jesus 294 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 457 HYMN I love the Church, the holy Church 266 I love Thy Zion, Lord 264 I love to hear the story 115 I love to tell the story 318 I'm but a stranger here 451 I need Thee every hour 320 I need Thee, precious Jesus 323 In the Cross of Christ I glory 298 In the early morning 32 In the hour of trial 434 In the vineyard of our Father 408 In Thy name, 0 Lord, assembling 9 Is not this our King and Prophet 150 It came upon the midnight clear 106 I think of Thee, my God, by night 377 I think, when I read that sweet story of old 279 I was made a Christian 233 Jerusalem! my happy home! 455 Jerusalem the golden 453 Jerusalem, thou city fair and high 460 Jesus, and shall it ever be 302 Jesus! be our Guide 257 Jesus Christ our Savior 359 Jesus Christ is risen to-Cay 174 Jesus! exalted far on high 339 Jesus, from Thy throne on high 405 Jesus high in glory 251 Jesus, holy, undefileu 30 Jesus, I live to Thee 343 Jesus is our Shepherd 306 Jesus, King of glory 346 Jesus, Lover of my soul 301 Jesus loves me, Jesus loves me 341 Jesu3, meek and gentle 349 Jesus, Name of wondrous love 334 Jesus, priceless Treasure 290 Jesus, Savior, pilot me 435 458 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. HYMN Jesus, tender Savior 338 Jesus, the Crucified, pleads for rue 137 Jesus, Thy boundless love to me 291 Jesus, who can be 317 Jesus, who knows full well 362 Joy to the world, the Lord is come 71 Just as I am, without one plea 311 Knowing not the great Creator 287 Lamb of God, for sinners slain 235 Lamp of our feet, whereby we trace 221 Lead, kindly Light, amid th' encircling gloom 427 Lead me to Jesus 246 Let me be thine forever 411 Let me go, let me go 459 Let me lean on Jesus 398 Let songs of praises fill the sky 188 Let the earth now praise the Lord 93 Let the merry Church-bells ring, ring, ring, ring 175 Let the song be begun 454 Let Thy blessing now attend us 22 Let us all with gladsome voice 89 Let us sing our Father's love 210 Lift up your heads, ye mighty gates G9 Light of Light, enlighten me 10 Light of the world, we hail 312 Light of the world! whose kind and gentle care 308 Little children, come to Jesus WC Little children, can you tell 95 Little drops of water Ui Look, ye saints! the sight Is glorious! 182 Lo, on a mount a tree doth stand 219 Lord, a little band and lowly 252 Lord, dismiss us with Thy blessing 23 Lord, grant that we e'er pure retain 231 Lord, I have made Thy Word my choice 227 Lord I have sinned, but pardon me 350 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 459 HYMN Lord, in the kingdom of Thy grace 248 Lord Jesus, by Thy passion *. 358 Lord Jesus Christ, to us attend 4 Lord Jesus Christ, with us abide 51 Lord Jesus Christ, think on me 326 Lord, keep us in Thy Word and work 270 Lord, open Thou my heart to hear 229 Lord, this day Thy children meet 250 Lord, Thou hast made our hearts to glow 275 Lord, Thy glory fills the heaven 201 Lord, we come before Thee now 15 Lord, while for all mankind we pray 356 Lord, with glowing heart I praise Thee 374 Love Divine, all loves excelling 189 Loving Savior, Thou art calling 402 Loving Shepherd of Thy sheep 329 May the grace of Christ our Savior 26 May we Thy precepts, Lord, fulfill 392 Mighty God, while angels bless Thee 370 Morning breaks upon the tomb 165 My Bible! my Bible! 'tis a book divine 232 My Church! my Church, my dear old Church! 269 My faith looks up to Thee 290 My Father, for another night 40 My God, my King, Thy praise I'll sing 37 My hope is built on nothing less 304 My soul repeat His praise 381 Nearer my God to Thee 303 Nearer, my God to Thee 442 Night's shadows falling men to rest are calling 41 Now a new year opens 122 Now do we pray God the Holy Ghost 193 Now let us come before Him 121 Now, my soul, thy voice uprising 143 Now rest beneath night's shadows 48 Now thank we all our God 363 460 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. HYMN Now the day is over 45 Now the light has- gone away 47 Now the sun is beaming bright 29 Now we bring our Christmas treasures 110 O Bleeding Head, and wounded 154 O blest the house, whate'er befall 407 O Christ, our true and only Light 274 O clap your hands, ye oceans 185 O come, 0 come, Emanuel 72 O come and mourn with me awhile 151 O day of rest and gladness 61 O'er the distant mountains breaking 452 O God, All terrible! Thou who ordainest 420 O God, we praise Thee, and confess 369 Oh, bless the Lord, my soul! 375 Oh, for that tenderness of heart 394 Oh, grant us light, that we may know 361 Oh, may Thy word, my God 218 O Holy, blessed Trinity 209 O Holy, Holy, Holy Lord 214 O Holy Savior, friend unseen 342 O Holy Spirit, enter in 220 Oh, what can little hands do 403 Oh, what praises shall we render 378 O Jesus King of glory! 127 O Jesus, Thou are standing 307 O joyous Easter morning 176 O kind and gentle Savior 240 O Lamb of God most holy 144 O Lamb of God most lowly 147 O little town of Bethlehem 117 O Living Bread from heaven 236 O Love divine, how sweet Thou art 332 O lovely voices of the sky 129 Once more before we part 20 Once was heard the song of children 160 One sweetly solemn thought 443 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 461 HYMN Otic thing's needful! then Lord jesus 297 On Jordan's banks the Heralds cry 73 On our way rejoicing as we homeward move 422 Onward Christian soldiers 423 O one with God the Father 331 O Paradise, O Paradise 450 O perfect life of love 325 O that I had an angel's tongue 330 O that the Lord would guide my ways 348 O Thou, who by a star didst guide 126 O Thou who through this holy week 155 Our blest Redeemer, ere He breathed 200 Our Country's voice is pleading 278 Our Father, who art in heaven 347 Our heavenly Father calls 309 Our heavenly Father, hear 352 Pass me not, O gentle Savior 313 Peace be to this habitation 319 Peace, peace I leave with you. 424 Praise God the Lord, ye sons of clay 101 Praise the Lord of heaven 364 Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord! 33 Praise the Lord! ye heavens, adore Him 368 Praise to the Lord, the Almighty 366 Praise ye the Lord 376 Refreshed by gentle slumbers 31 Rejoice, all ye believers 441 Renew me, O eternal light 393 Rest of the weary, Joy of the sad 437 Rev'rently we worship Thee 202 Ride on, ride on in majesty 157 Rock of Ages, cleft for me 292 Round the Lord in glory seated 205 ; Savior, again to Thy dear name we raise 56 Savior! breathe an evening blessing .... 44 462 INDEX OF FIE.ST LINES. HYMN Savior, I follow on, guided by Thee 384 Savior, like a shepherd lead us 296 Savior, now the day is ending 55 Savior, sprinkle many nations 286 Savior, teach me day by day 357 Savior, when in dust to Thee 351 Savior, while my heart is tender I'll Savior, who Thy flock art feeding 260 Saw ye never in the twilight 133 Seeing I am Jesus' lamb 242 See Israel's gentle Shepherd stands 300 See the shining dewdrops 36 Shepherd of tender youth 314 Shine on our souls, eternal God 259 Shout! the glad tidings, exultingly sing 102 Silent night! Holy night 81 Sing Hosanna ! 158 Singing for Jesus, our Savior and King 421 Sing to the heart of Jesus 316 Sing we merry Christmas 86 Siug with all the sons of glory 168 Sing ye the songs of praise 97 Sleep, my Savior sleep 109 Softly now the light of day 57 Sous of men, behold from far 70 Sowing in the morning 400 Spirit of God, descend upon my heart 395 Spread, oh spread, Thou mighty word 230 Standing at the portal of the op'Afng year 120 Stars all bright are beaming 119 Still, still with Thee, when purple morning breaketh.. 39 Stricken, smitten and afflicted 135 Summer suns arc glowing 379 Sun of my soul, Thou Savior dear 428 Sweet hour of prayer ! 353 Sweet is the work 66 Sweet is Thy mercy, Lord! 335 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 463 HYMN Take Thou my hands and lead mc 429 Tarry with me, O my Savior 58 Tell it out among the heathen that the Lord is King 285 Ten thousand times ten thousand 456 The Church's one foundation 273 The darkness has fallen 105 The day is done, O God the Son 50 The day is past and over 52 The day of rest once more comes round 62 The day of Resurrection 171 The day of wrath, that dreadful day ...446 The foe behind, the deep before... 447 The happy Christmas comes once more 79 The Lord my pasture shall prepare 324 The Lord my shepherd is 310 The morning bright 38 The morning light is breaking 289 The new-born king who comes to-day 108 There came a little child to earth 85 There is a blessed hour 457 There is a fountain filled with blood 136 There is a happy land 449 There is a green hill far away 141 There is a name I love to hear 322 There is no name so sweet on earth 295 There is within this heart of mine 397 There's a Friend for litlle children 462 There's a place where my soul ever feels a repose.... 448 The Savior! oh, what endless charms 344 The shadows of the evening hours 43 Th' eternal gates lift up their heads 186 Thine forever! God of love ' 258 This is the glorious day 67 Tho' now the nations sit beneath 288 Thou Maker of our mortal frame 386 Thou whose almighty word 223 'Tis God the Spirit leads 399 464 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. HYMN Tis Jesus loves the little ones 245 To Thee, my God and Savior 383 To Thee, O Comforter divine 196 Up in heaven 461 Waken, Christian children 130 Watchman, tell us of the night 68 We come in the might of the Lord of Ligh! 414 We gather, we gather, dear Jesus to bring 255 We give immortal praise 203 Welcome, happy morning 180 We love the good old Bible 224 We plough the fields, and scatter 465 We praise and bless Thee, gracious Lord 438 We sing the praise of Him who died 145 We thank Thee, Heavenly Father 380 We three kings of Orient arc 131 We will carol joyfully 169 What a friend we have in Jesus 315 What cheering words are these! 321 When, His salvation bringing 159 When I survey the wondrous Cross 149 When our heads arc bowed with woe 444 When sickness, pain and death 440 While slit spherds watch 'd their flocks by night 91 While the sun is shining 53 Who is on the Lord's side 390 Widely 'mid the slumb'ring nations 280 With hearts in loye abounding 272 With joy we lift our eyes 12 Ye children, whom a Father's care 412 Yes, for me, for mc he eareth 310 Zion stands with hills surrounded 203