Christian Worship ‎#400

400. Sweet the Moments, Rich in Blessing

1 Sweet the moments, rich in blessing,
which before the cross we spend,
life and health and peace possessing
from the sinner's dying friend.

2 Here we rest in wonder, viewing
all our sins on Jesus laid;
here we see redemption flowing
from the sacrifice he made.

3 Here we find the dawn of heaven
while upon the cross we gaze,
see our trespasses forgiven,
and our songs of triumph raise.

4 Oh, that, near the cross abiding,
we may to the Savior cleave,
naught with him our hearts dividing,
all for him content to leave!

5 Lord, in loving contemplation
fix our hearts and eyes on you
till we taste your full salvation
and your unveiled glory view.

Text Information

• First Line: Sweet the moments, rich in blessing
• Title: Sweet the Moments, Rich in Blessing
• Author: James Allen, 1734-1804 (alt.)
• Author: Walter Shirley, 1725-1786
• Meter: 87 87
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2021
• Scripture:
  Luke 23:47-49
  ;
  Ephesians 1:7-9
  ;
  Isaiah 53:5-6
  ;
  Hebrews 12:2
• Topic: Lent
• Copyright: Public Domain

Tune Information

• Name: RINGE RECHT
• Meter: 87 87
• Key: F Major or modal
• Source: Erbaulicher Musicalischer Christen-Schatz, Basel, 1745, alt.; Setting: The Lutheran Hymnal, 1941, alt.
• Copyright: Public Domain