Church Book ‎#316

316. Lord, keep us steadfast in Thy Word

1 Lord, keep us steadfast in Thy Word:
Curb those who by craft and sword
Would wrest the kingdom from Thy Son,
And set at naught all He hath done.

2 Lord Jesus Christ, Thy power make known;
For Thou art Lord of lords alone;
Defend Thy Christendom, that we
May evermore sing praise to Thee.

3 O Comforter, of priceless worth,
Send peace and unity on earth,
Support us in our final strife,
And lead us out of death to life.

Text Information

• First Line: Lord, keep us steadfast in Thy Word
• German Title: Erhalt uns, Herr, bei Denem Wort
• Translator: Miss Winkworth (1862)
• Author: Martin Luther (1514)
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1890
• Topic: The Means of Grace: The Word of God; Sexagesima Sunday; Lent, First Sunday

Tune Information

• Name: ERHALT UNS, HERR, BEI DEINEM WORT
• Meter: L. M.
• Key: e minor
• Notes: Composer from index: Luther, 1543, Ancient Church?