A Selection of Hymns for Public Worship. In four parts (10th ed.) (Gadsby's Hymns) ‎#123

123. The Priesthood of Christ

1 Blood has a voice to pierce the skies:
“Revenge!” the blood of Abel cries;
But the dear stream, when Christ was slain,
Speaks peace as loud from every vein:

2 Pardon and peace from God on high;
Behold, he lays his vengeance by;
And rebels that deserve his sword,
Become the favourites of the Lord.

3 To Jesus let our praises rise,
Who gave his life a sacrifice;
Now he appears before our God,
And for our pardon pleads his blood.

Text Information

• First Line: Blood has a voice to pierce the skies
• Title: The Priesthood of Christ
• Author: Watts
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1844
• Topic: Offices and Characters of Christ

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