American Lutheran Hymnal ‎#53

53. I Come, Invited By Thy Word

1 I come, invited by Thy Word,
To kneel before Thine alter, Lord.
Receive me, then, and bid me stay
With Thee, the Life, the Truth, the Way.

2 O grant my soul the heav'nly food,
Thy blessed body and Thy blood.
Enrich me through this means of grace
And make my heart Thy dwelling place.

3 Forgive my sins, supply my need,
Forget, O Lord, each wrongful deed.
Do Thou in love with me abide
And let Thy Spirit be my Guide. Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: I come, invited by Thy Word
• Title: I Come, Invited By Thy Word
• Translator: J. C. Aaberg
• Author: Thomas Kingo
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1930
• Topic: The Means of Grace: Holy Communion

Tune Information

• Name: BALLE
• Composer: C. Balle
• Meter: L. M.
• Key: E♭ Major