A Collection of Hymns and A Liturgy ‎#210

210. 'Twas by an order from the Lord

1 'Twas by an order from the Lord
The ancient prophets spoke his word;
His spirit did their tongues inspire,
And warm'd their hearts with heav'nly fire.

2 The works and wonders, which they wrought
Confirm'd the messages they brought;
The prophet's pen succeeds his breath,
To save the holy words from death.

3 Great God! mine eyes with pleasure look
On the dear volume of thy book;
There my Redeemer's face I see,
And read his name who died for me.

4 Let the false raptures of the mind
Be lost, and vanish in the wind.
Here I can fix my hope secure:
This is thy word, and must endure.

Text Information

• First Line: 'Twas by an order from the Lord
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1814
• Topic: The Scriptures

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