Author: Bp. Christopher Wordsworth, 1807-1885 Hymnal: Methodist Hymn and Tune Book #158 (1917) Lyrics: 1 Gracious Spirit, Holy Ghost,
Taught by thee, we covet most
Of Thy gifts at Pentecost,
Holy, heavenly love.
2 Love is kind, and suffers long,
Love is meek, and thinks no wrong,
Love than death itself more strong;
Therefore give us love.
3 Prophecy will fade away,
Melting in the light of day;
Love will ever with us stay;
Therefore give us love.
4 Faith will vanish into sight;
Hope be emptied in delight;
Love in heaven will shine more bright;
Therefore give us love.
5 Faith and hope and love we see
Joining hand in hand agree;
But the greatest of the three,
And the best, is love.
6 From the overshadowing
Of Thy gold and silver wing
Shed on us, who to Thee sing,
Holy, heavenly love. Topics: The Godhead The Holy Spirit; Holy Spirit Imparting power, holiness, perfect love Languages: English Tune Title: VESPER
Gracious Spirit, Holy Ghost