Author: Charles Wesley Meter: 7.7.7.7 with alleluias Appears in 551 hymnals Scripture: Ephesians 4:8-10 First Line: Hail the day that sees Him rise, Alleluia! Lyrics: 1 Hail the day that sees Him rise, Alleluia!
To His throne above the skies; Alleluia!
Christ, the Lamb for sinners giv'n, Alleluia!
Enters now the highest heav'n. Alleluia!
2 There for him high triumph waits; Alleluia!
Lift your heads, eternal gates, Alleluia!
He hath conquered death and sin, Alleluia!
Take the King of glory in! Alleluia!
3 See, He lifts His hands above! Alleluia!
See, He shows the prints of love! Alleluia!
Hark! His gracious lips bestow, Alleluia!
Blessings on His church below. Alleluia!
4 Lord, beyond our mortal sight, Alleluia!
Raise our hearts to reach Thy height; Alleluia!
There Thy face unclouded see, Alleluia!
Find our heav'n of heav'ns in Thee! Alleluia!
Amen. Topics: Ascension and Reign; Christ Ascension; Christ Reign Used With Tune: LLANFAIR
Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise