Rejoice in the Lord ‎#504

504. Only-Begotten Word of God Eternal

1 Only-begotten, Word of God eternal,
Lord of Creation, merciful and mighty,
hear now thy servants when their joyful voices
rise to thy presence.

2 Here in our sickness healing grace aboundeth;
light in our blindness, in our toil refreshment:
sin is forgiven, hope o'er fear prevaileth,
joy over sorrow.

3 Hallowed this dwelling where the Lord abideth;
this is none other than the gate of heaven;
strangers and pilgrims seeking homes eternal,
pass through its portals.

4 Lord, we beseech thee, as we throng thy temple,
by thy past blessings, by thy present bounty,
smile on thy children, and with tender mercy
hear our petitions.

5 God in three persons, Father everlasting,
Son co-eternal, ever-blessèd Spirit,
thine be the glory, praise, and adoration,
now and for ever.

Text Information

• First Line: Only-begotten Word of God eternal
• Title: Only-Begotten Word of God Eternal
• Translator: M. J. Blacker (1906)
• Meter: 11.11.11.5 sapphic
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1985
• Scripture:
  Genesis 28:17
  ;
  1 Kings 8:30
  ;
  1 Kings 8:36
  ;
  1 Kings 8:39
  ;
  1 Kings 8:43
  ;
  2 Chronicles 3:30-39
  ;
  2 Chronicles 6:21-27
• Topic: Conclusion of Worship; Pilgrimage and Conflict
• Source: Christe sanctorum Dominator alme, Latin, c. 9th century

Tune Information

• Name: ISTE CONFESSOR
• Meter: 11.11.11.5 sapphic
• Key: d minor