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Text:A Parting of Friends

LXV. A Parting of Friends

1 Now, Lord, tho' we must part awhile,
Upon the sacred road;
yet let thy face upon us smile,
And keep us close to God.

2 And if again on earth we meet,
Lord let us meet with thee;
And let thy gracious presence sweet
From bondage set us free.

3 This, only this we humbly crave,
While earth is our abode;
That we with Christ and saints my have,
Communion on the road.

4 For since our fellowship below,
Affords such joy and love;
We long its full extent to know,
When we shall meet above.

5 And Lord, let this excite us on,
To keep the narrow way;
Till we shall meet around thy throne,
To spend an endless day.

6 Celestial dove our souls inspire,
Maintain this flame of love;
Till we shall meet that glorious choir,
Of worshippers above.

Text Information
First Line: Now, Lord, tho' we must part awhile
Title: A Parting of Friends
Language: English
Publication Date: 1802
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