Hymn: | Lord, Thy Word Abideth |
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Tune: | Ravenshaw |
Words: | Henry Williams Baker (1821-77) |
Music: | adapted by William Henry Monk (1823-89) |
Verse 1
Lord, thy word abideth,
and our footsteps guideth;
who its truth believeth
light and joy receiveth.
Verse 2
When our foes are near us,
then thy word doth cheer us,
word of consolation,
message of salvation.
Verse 3
When the storms are o'er us,
and dark clouds before us,
then its light directeth,
and our way protecteth.
Verse 4
Who can tell the pleasure,
who recount the treasure
by thy word imparted
to the simple-hearted?
Verse 5
Word of mercy, giving
succour to the living;
word of life, supplying
comfort to the dying.
Verse 6
O that we discerning
its most holy learning,
Lord, may love and fear thee,
evermore be near thee!