American Lutheran Hymnal ‎#171

171. Jesus, Thou Joy Of Loving Hearts

1 Jesus, Thou joy of loving hearts!
Thou Fount of life, Thou Light of men!
From the best bliss that earth imparts,
We turn unfilled to Thee again.

2 Thy truth unchanged hath ever stood;
Thou savest those that on Thee call;
To them that seek Thee, thou art good,
To them that find Thee, all in all.

3 Our restless spirits yearn for Thee,
Where'er our changeful lot is cast;
Glad that Thy gracious smile we see,
Blest, that our faith can hold Thee fast.

4 O Jesus, ever with us stay!
Make all our moments calm and bright;
Chase the dark night of sin away,
Shed o'er the world Thy holy light.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Jesus, Thou joy of loving hearts!
• Title: Jesus, Thou Joy Of Loving Hearts
• Translator: Ray Palmer
• Author: Bernard of Clairvaux (12 century)
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1930
• Topic: The Means of Grace: The Redeemer

Tune Information

• Name: JOY
• Composer: Em. Poppen (1904)
• Meter: L. M.
• Key: A♭ Major