A Selection of Hymns ‎#XCIII

XCIII. True Liberty given by Christ

1 Hark! for 'tis God's own son that calls
To life and liberty;
Transported fall before his feet,
Who makes the prisoners free.

2 The cruel bonds of sin he breaks,
He sunders Satan's chain;
Smiling he deals those pardons round,
Which free from endless pain.

3 Into the captive heart he pours
His spirit from on high;
We lose the terrors of the slave,
And Abba, father, cry.

4 Shake off your bonds, and sing his grace;
The sinner's friend proclaim;
And call on all around to seek
True freedom by his name.

5 Walk on at large, till you attain
Your father's house above;
There shall you wear immortal crowns,
And sing immortal love.

Text Information

• First Line: Hark! for 'tis God's own son that calls
• Title: True Liberty given by Christ
• Author: Dr. Doddridge
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1792
• Scripture:
  John 8:36
• Topic: Scripture Doctrines and Blessings: Adoption; Spiritual Liberty

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