The Book of Worship ‎#180

180. Retire, vain world, a while retire

1 Retire, vain world, a while retire,
And leave us with the Lord;
Thy gifts ne'er fill one just desire,
Nor lasting bliss afford.

2 Blest Jesus! come now gentle down,
And fill this hallowed place;
Oh make Thy glorious goings known--
Diffuse around Thy grace.

3 Shine, dearest Lord, from realms of day--
Disperse the gloom of night;
Chase all our clouds and doubts away,
And turn the shades to light.

4 Behold, and pity, from above,
Our cold and languid frame;
Oh shed abroad Thy quickening love,
And we'll adore Thy name.

5 All-glorious Saviour! source of grace;
To Thee we raise our cry;
Unveil the beauties of thy face
To every waiting eye.

6 Revive, O God! desponding saints,
Who languish, droop, and sigh;
Refresh the soul that tires and faints--
Fill mourning hearts with joy.

7 Make known thy power, victorious King,
Subdue each stubborn will;
Then, sovereign grace we'll join to sing
On Zion's sacred hill.

Text Information

• First Line: Retire, vain world, a while retire
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1867
• Topic: Prayer: Social Prayer

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