383. Lord, thy word abideth

1 Lord, thy word abideth,
and our footsteps guideth;
who its truth believeth
light and joy receiveth.

2 When our foes are near us,
then thy word doth cheer us,
word of consolation,
message of salvation.

3 When the storms are o'er us,
and dark clouds before us,
then its light directeth,
and our way protecteth.

4 Who can tell the pleasure,
who recount the treasure
by thy word imparted
to the simple-hearted?

5 Word of mercy, giving
succour to the living;
word of life, supplying
comfort to the dying.

6 O that we discerning
its most holy learning,
Lord, may love and fear thee,
evermore be near thee!

Text Information
First Line: Lord, thy word abideth
Author: Henry Williams Baker (1821-1877)
Meter: 66 66
Language: English
Publication Date: 2013
Scripture: ;
Topic: Comfort and Consolation; Discipleship; Other Saints and Festivals: Bible Sunday (5 more...)
Tune Information
Name: RAVENSHAW
Adapter and Harmonizer: William Henry Monk (1823-1889)
Meter: 66 66
Key: E♭ Major
Source: Mediaeval German melody



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