1 Here, in Thy name, eternal God,
We build this earthly house for Thee;
O choose it for Thy fixed abode,
And keep it from all error free.
2 Here, when Thy people seek Thy face,
And dying sinners pray to live,
Hear Thou in heav'n, Thy dwelling place,
And when Thou hearest, Lord, forgive.
3 Here, when Thy messengers proclaim
The blessed gospel of Thy Son,
Still, by the power of His great name,
Be mighty signs and wonders done.
4 Thy glory never hence depart;
Yet choose not, Lord, this house alone;
Thy kingdom come to ev'ry heart;
In ev'ry bosom fix Thy throne.
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First Line: | Here, in Thy Name, eternal God |
Meter: | L. M. |
Language: | English |
Publication Date: | 1895 |
Topic: | The Church Year: Church Dedication |
Notes: | Author from Index: Montgomery |