The Christian Hymnary. Bks. 1-4 ‎#435

435. With Joy We Own Thy Servant, Lord

1 With joy we own thy servant, Lord,
Thy minister below,
Ordained to spread thy truth abroad,
That all thy name may know.

2 O may he now, and ever, keep
His eye intent on thee;
Do thou, great Shepherd of the sheep,
His bright example be.

3 With plenteous grace his heart prepare
To execute thy will;
And give him patience, love and care,
And faithfulness and skill.

4 Inflame his mind with ardent zeal,
Thy flock to feed and teach:
And let him live, and let him feel,
The truths he’s called to preach.

5 As show'rs refresh the thirsty plain,
So let his labors prove:
By him extend thy righteous reign—
The reign of truth and love.

Text Information

• First Line: With joy we own thy servant, Lord
• Title: With Joy We Own Thy Servant, Lord
• Author: James Montgomery, 1771-1854
• Meter: C.M. 8.6.8.6.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1972
• Scripture:
  Hebrews 13:7
• Topic: Book One: Hymns, Songs, Chorales; The Church: Ordinations
• Notes: Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the word of God: whose faith follow. Heb. 13:7.

Tune Information

• Name: DOWNS
• Composer: Lowell Mason, 1792-1872
• Meter: C.M. 8.6.8.6.
• Key: E♭ Major
• Notes: M.M. 58