African American Heritage Hymnal ‎#523

523. The Living Church

1 The King of heav'n His table spreads,
And blessings crown the board;
Not paradise, with all its joys,
Could such delight afford.

2 Pardon and peace to dying men,
And endless life are giv'n,
Through the rich blood that Jesus shed
To raise our souls to heaven.

3 Millions of souls, in glory now,
Were fed and feasted here;
And millions more, still on the way,
Around the board appear.

4 All things are ready, come away,
Nor weak excuses frame;
Come to your places at the feast,
And bless the Founder’s Name.

Text Information

• First Line: The King of heav'n His table spreads
• Title: The Living Church
• Author: Philip Doddridge, 1702-1751
• Meter: CM
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2001
• Scripture:
  Ezekiel 39:17
• Topic: Everlasting Life; Jesus Christ: His Blood; Jesus Christ: His Name

Tune Information

• Name: DUNDEE
• Meter: CM
• Key: E♭ Major
• Source: Scottish Psalter