The Hymnal and Order of Service ‎#22

22. Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus

1 Come, Thou long expected Jesus,
Born to set Thy people free;
From our fears and sins release us,
Let us find our rest in Thee.
Israel's Strength and Consolation,
Hope of all the earth Thou art;
Dear Desire of ev'ry nation,
Joy of ev'ry longing heart.

2 Born Thy people to deliver;
Born a Child, and yet a King;
Born to reign in us forever,
Now Thy gracious kingdom bring.
By Thine own eternal Spirit
Rule in all our hearts alone;
By Thine all-sufficient merit,
Raise us to Thy glorious throne.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Come, Thou long expected Jesus
• Title: Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus
• Author: Charles Wesley (1744)
• Meter: 8 7, 8 7. D.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1937
• Scripture:
  John 18:36
• Topic: Church Year: Advent; Advent, First Sunday; Christmas Day; Names and Office of Christ: Desire of Nations; Names and Office of Christ: King; Kingdom of Christ

Tune Information

• Name: ST. HILARY
• Meter: 8 7, 8 7. D.
• Key: F Major
• Source: Origin uncertain