187: Jesus, Come! for We Invite You


1 Jesus, come! for we invite you,
guest and master, friend and Lord;
now, as once at Cana's wedding,
speak, and let us hear your word:
lead us through our need or doubting,
hope be born and joy restored.

2 Jesus, come! transform our pleasures,
guide us into paths unknown;
bring your gifts, command your servants,
let us trust in you alone:
though your hand may work in secret,
all shall see what you have done.

3 Jesus, come in new creation,
heaven brought near in power divine;
give your unexpected glory,
changing water into wine:
rouse the faith of your disciples--
come, our first and greatest Sign!

4 Jesus, come! surprise our dullness,
make us willing to receive
more than we can yet imagine,
all the best you have to give:
let us find your hidden riches,
taste your love, believe and live!

Text information
First Line:Jesus, come! for we invite you
Title:Jesus, Come! for We Invite You
Author:Christopher Idle (1979)
Publication Date:1990
Meter:8.7.8.7.8.7.
Scripture:1 Corinthians 2:9; John 14:23; John 2:1-11
Topic:Jesus Christ | Epiphany; Biblical Places; Epiphany Season; Jesus Christ | Earthly Life and Ministry; Weddings
Language:English
Copyright:Words © 1982 Hope Publishing Company
Tune information
Tune name:SICILIAN MARINERS
Meter:8.7.8.7.8.7.
Key:D Major
Source:Sicilian melody, 18th century

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