DLXXXIII. The joys of Heaven

1 Come Lord, and warm each languid heart,
Inspire each lifeless tongue;
And let the joys of heaven impart
Their influence to our song.

2 Sorrow, and pain, and every care,
And discord there shall cease;
And perfect joy, and love sincere
Adorn the realms of peace.

3 The soul, from sin for ever free,
Shall mourn its power no more;
But, cloth'd in spotless purity,
Redeeming love adore.

4 There on a throne' (how dazzling bright)
Th' exalted Savior shines;
And beams ineffable delight
On all the heavenly minds.

5 There shall the followers of the lamb
Join in immortal songs;
And endless honors to his name
Employ their tuneful tongues.

6 Lord, tune our hearts to praise and love,
Our feeble notes inspire;
'Till in thy blissful courts above,
We join th' angelic choir.

Text Information
First Line: Come, Lord, and warm each languid heart
Title: The joys of Heaven
Author: Steele
Meter: C. M.
Language: English
Publication Date: 1792
Topic: Heaven
Tune Information
(No tune information)



Media
More media are available on the text authority page.

Suggestions or corrections? Contact us