Author: Charles Wesley, 1707-1788 Hymnal: One Lord, One Faith, One Baptism #257 (2018) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Lyrics: 1 Come, Thou long-expected Jesus,
Born to set Thy people free;
From our fears and sins release us,
Let us find our rest in Thee.
Israel's strength and consolation,
Hope of all the earth Thou art:
Dear desire of ev'ry nation,
Joy of ev'ry longing heart.
2 Born Thy people to deliver,
Born a child, and yet a King,
Born to reign in us for ever,
Now Thy gracious kingdom bring.
By Thine own eternal Spirit
Rule in all our hearts alone;
By Thine all-sufficient merit
Raise us to Thy glorious throne. Topics: The Celebration of the Gospel Story Advent; Christian Year Advent (First) Scripture: Isaiah 52:7 Languages: English Tune Title: HYFRYDOL
Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus