202. Spirit of God, that moved of old

1 Spirit of God, that moved of old
Upon the waters’ darkened face,
Come, when our faithless hearts are cold,
And stir them with an inward grace.

2 Thou art the power and peace combined,
All highest strength, all purest love,
The rushing of the mighty wind,
The brooding of the gentle dove.

3 Come, give us still thy powerful aid,
And urge us on, and keep us thine;
Nor leave the hearts that once were made
Fit temples for thy grace divine.

4 Nor let us quench thy sevenfold light;
But still with softest breathings stir
Our wayward souls, and lead us right,
O Holy Ghost, the Comforter.

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First Line: Spirit of God, that moved of old
Author: Cecil Frances Alexander (1818-95)
Language: English
Publication Date: 1986
Topic: The Holy Spirit: Person and purpose
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