A Collection of Hymns and Prayers, for Public and Private Worship ‎#222

222. Welcome to the Table

1 This is the feast of heavenly wine,
And God invites to sup:
The juices of the living vine
Were press'd, to fill the cup.

2 Oh bless the Savior, ye that eat,
With royal dainties fed;
Not heaven affords a costlier treat,
For Jesus is the bread.

3 The vile, the lost, he calls to them,
Ye trembling souls, appear!
The righteous in their own esteem
Have no acceptance here.

4 Approach, ye poor, nor dare refuse
The banquet spread for you;
Dear Savior, this is welcome news,
Then I may venture too.

5 If guilt and sin afford a plea,
And may obtain a place,
Surely the Lord will welcome me,
And I shall see his face.

Text Information

• First Line: This is the feast of heavenly wine
• Title: Welcome to the Table
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1845
• Topic: Means of Grace: The Lord's Supper

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