Service Book and Hymnal of the Lutheran Church in America ‎#155b

155b. Lord, keep us steadfast in thy word

1 Lord, keep us steadfast in thy word,
Curb those who fain by craft or sword
Would wrest the kingdom from thy Son,
And set at naught all he hath done.

2 Lord Jesus Christ, thy power make known,
For thou art Lord of lords alone;
Defend thy Christendom, that we
May evermore sing praise to thee. A-men.

3 O Comforter of priceless worth,
Send peace and unity on earth;
Support us in our final strife,
And lead us out of death to life.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Lord, keep us steadfast in thy word
• Translator: Catherine Winkworth, 1829-78
• Author: Martin Luther, 1483-1546
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1958
• Topic: The Church: The People of God

Tune Information

• Name: ERHALT UNS, HERR
• Composer: Martin Luther, 1483 - 1546
• Meter: L. M.
• Key: e minor
• Source: Based on Plainsong Melody, Mode II, Jesu, dulcedo cordium