The Lutheran Hymnal ‎#650

650. Behold a Stranger at the Door

1 Behold a Stranger at the door!
He gently knocks, has knocked before,
Has waited long, is waiting still;
You treat no other friend so ill.

2 But will He prove a friend indeed?
He will; the very Friend you need;
The Friend of sinners--yes, 'tis He,
With garments dyed on Calvary.

3 O lovely attitude! He stands
With melting heart and laden hands;
O matchless kindness! and He shows
This matchless kindness to His foes.

4 Admit Him ere His anger burn;
His feet, departing, ne'er return;
Admit Him, or the hour's at hand
When at His door denied you'll stand.

5 Oh, let the heavenly Stranger in,
Let in thy heart His reign begin.
Admit Him, open wide the door,
And He will bless thee evermore.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Behold a Stranger at the door!
• Title: Behold a Stranger at the Door
• Author: Joseph Grigg (1765, cento)
• Meter: L.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1941
• Scripture:
  Revelation 3:20
• Topic: Carols and Spiritual Songs

Tune Information

• Name: HAMBURG
• Arranger: Lowell Mason (1824)
• Meter: L.M.
• Key: F Major
• Source: First Gregorian Chant (based on)