524. I love thy kingdom, Lord

1 I love thy kingdom, Lord,
the house of thine abode,
the Church our blest Redeemer saved
with his own precious blood.

2 For her my tears shall fall;
for her my prayers ascend;
to her my cares and toils be given,
till toils and cares shall end.

3 Beyond my highest joy
I prize her heavenly ways,
her sweet communion, solemn vows,
her hymns of love and praise.

4 Jesus, thou friend divine,
our Savior and our King,
thy hand from every snare and foe
shall great deliverance bring.

5 Sure as thy truth shall last,
to Zion shall be given
the brightest glories earth can yield,
and brighter bliss of heaven.

Text Information
First Line: I love thy kingdom, Lord
Author: Timothy Dwight , 1725-1817
Meter: SM
Language: English
Publication Date: 1985
Topic: The Church
Tune Information
Name: ST. THOMAS (WILLIAMS)
Composer (melody): Aaron Williams, 1731-1776
Harmonizer: Lowell Mason, 1792-1872
Meter: SM
Key: F Major



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