Laudes Domini ‎#239

239. The Promise

1 Our blest Redeemer, ere he breathed
His tender, last farewell,
A Guide, a Comforter bequeathed,
With us to dwell.

2 He came in tongues of living flame,
To teach, convince, subdue;
All-powerful as the wind he came,
And viewless, too.

3 He came, sweet influence to impart,
A gracious, willing Guest,
While he can find one humble heart
Wherein to rest.

4 And every virtue we possess,
And every victory won,
And every thought of holiness
Is his alone.

5 Spirit of purity and grace!
Our weakness pitying see;
Oh, make our hearts thy dwelling-place,
And worthier thee!

Text Information

• First Line: Our blest Redeemer, ere he breathed
• Title: The Promise
• Author: Harriet Auber
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1888
• Scripture:
  John 14:16
  ;
  John 14:26
  ;
  Acts 2:1
• Topic: The Holy Spirit
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: ST. CUTHBERT
• Composer: J. B. Dykes
• Meter: 8s, 6s, 4s
• Key: E♭ Major
• Notes: Public Domain.