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O Christ, our true and only Light

Author: J. Heermann Hymnal: HELC1886 #21 (1886) Lyrics: 1 O Christ, our true and only Light, enlighten those who sit in night; let those afar now hear Thy voice, and in Thy fold with us rejoice. 2 Fill with the radiance of Thy grace The souls now lost in error's maze, And all whom in their secret minds Some dark delusion hurts and blinds. 3 And all who else have strayed from Thee, O gently seek! Thy healing be To every wounded conscience given, And let them also share Thy heaven. 4 O make the deaf to hear Thy Word, And teach the dumb to speak, dear Lord, Who dare not yet the faith avow, Though secretly they hold it now. 5 Shine on the darkened and the cold, Recall the wanderers from Thy fold, Unite all those who walk apart, Confirm the weak and doubting heart. 6 So they with us may evermore Such grace with wondering thanks adore, And endless praise to Thee be given By all Thy Church in earth and heaven. Topics: The Means Of Grace Languages: English Tune Title: [O Christ, our true and only Light]

Blessed Jesus, here we stand

Author: B. Schmolk Hymnal: HELC1886 #22 (1886) Lyrics: 1 Blessed Jesus, here we stand, met to do as Thou hast spoken, And this child, at Thy command, now we bring to Thee, in token that to Christ it here is given; for of such shall be Thy heaven. 2 Yes, Thy warning voice is plain, And we fain would keep it duly, "He who is not born again, Heart and life renewing truly, Born of water and the Spirit, Will My kingdom ne'er inherit." 3 Therefore hasten we to Thee; Take the pledge we bring, O take it! Let us here Thy glory see, And in tender pity make it Now Thy child, and leave it never, Thine on earth, and Thine forever. 4 Wash it, Jesus, in Thy blood, From the sin-stain of its nature; Let it rise from out this flood Clothed in Thee, a newborn creature; May it, washed as Thou hast bidden, In thine innocence be hidden. 5 Turn the darkness into light, To Thy grace receive and save it; Heal the serpent's venomed bite, In the font where now we lave it; Here let flow a Jordan river, And from leprosy deliver. 6 Make it, Head, Thy member now; Shepherd, take Thy lamb and feed it; Prince of peace, its peace be Thou; Way of life, to heaven lead it; Vine, this branch may nothing sever, Graft by faith in Thee forever. 7 Now into Thy heart we pour Prayers that from our hearts proceeded; Let our sighing heavenward soar, Let our warm desires be heeded; Write the name we now have given, Write it in the book of heaven. Topics: The Means Of Grace Languages: English Tune Title: [Blessed Jesus, here we stand]

Jesus Christ, our blessed Saviour

Author: Dr. M. Luther Hymnal: HELC1886 #23 (1886) Lyrics: 1 Jesus Christ, our blessed Saviour, turned away God’s wrath forever; suff'ring pains no tongue can tell, He saved us from the pains of hell. 2 That we never might forget it, Take my flesh, He said, and eat it, Hidden in this piece of bread; Drink in this wine my blood, He said. 3 Whoso to this board repaireth, Take good heed how he prepareth; Death instead of life shall he Receive who comes unworthily. 4 Praise the Father, God in heaven, Who such precious food hath given, And for sins which thou hast done Hath caused to die His only Son. 5 Thou shalt hold with faith unshaken That this food is to be taken By the sick who are distressed, By those whose heart is sin-oppressed. 6 To such grace and mercy turneth Every soul that truly mourneth; Art thou well? avoid this board, Lest thou receive an ill reward. 7 Christ says: Come, ye heavy-laden, I your weary hearts will gladden; They that are yet strong and well, Despise the best physician's skill. 8 Could'st thou earn thine own salvation, Useless were my death and passion; This feast is not spread for thee, If thine own helper thou wilt be. 9 If thou this believest truly, And confession makest duly, Thou a welcome guest art here, This heavenly food thy soul shall cheer. 10 But the fruits must not be missing, Love thy neighbor without ceasing, That true love let him receive Which here to thee thy God doth give. Topics: The Means Of Grace Languages: English Tune Title: [Jesus Christ, our blessed Saviour]

"Jesus sinners doth receive!"

Author: E. Neumeister Hymnal: HELC1886 #24 (1886) Lyrics: 1 "Jesus sinners doth receive!" O may all this saying ponder Who in sin's delusions live, and from God and heaven wander! This alone sure hope can give-- "Jesus sinners doth receive!" 2 We deserve but grief and shame, Yet His words, rich grace revealing, Pardon, peace, and life proclaim; Here their ills have perfect healing Who with humble hearts believe-- "Jesus sinners doth receive!" 3 Sheep that from the fold did stray Every faithful shepherd seeketh; Weary souls that lost their way Christ the Shepherd seeks, and taketh In His arms, that they may live-- "Jesus sinners doth receive!" 4 Come, ye sinners, one and all, Come, ye all have invitation; Come, obey His gracious call, Come and take His free salvation! Firmly in these words believe: "Jesus sinners doth receive!" 5 I, a sinner, come to Thee, And acknowledge my transgression; Tender mercy show to me, Grant me graciously remission; Let these words my soul relieve: "Jesus sinners doth receive!" 6 Henceforth I need fear no foe; Were as scarlet my transgression, It shall be as white as snow By the virtue of Thy passion; For in these words I believe: "Jesus sinners doth receive!" 7 Now my conscience is at ease, Now I fear no condemnation. He who grants me full release Hath atoned for my transgression; In true faith to Him I cleave-- "Jesus sinners doth receive!" 8 "Jesus sinners doth receive!" Me too hath received the Saviour, Opening heaven, that I may live With my Lord in bliss forever; Gladly, then, this world I leave-- "Jesus sinners doth receive!" Topics: The Order Of Salvation Languages: English Tune Title: [Jesus sinners doth receive]

Dear Christians, one and all rejoice

Author: Dr. M. Luther Hymnal: HELC1886 #25 (1886) Lyrics: 1 Dear Christians, one and all rejoice, with exultation springing, And with united heart and voice and holy rapture singing, tell how our God beheld our need, and sing His sweet and wondrous deed; right dearly it hath cost Him! 2 Fast bound in Satan's chains I lay, Death brooded darkly o'er me, My sin oppressed me night and day, Therein my mother bore me; Deeper and deeper still I fell, Life had became a living hell, So firmly sin possessed me. 3 My good works could avail me naught, For they with sin were stainèd; Free-will against God's judgment fought, And dead to good remainèd. Grief drove me to despair, and I Had nothing left me but to die, To hell I fast was sinking. 4 Then God beheld my wretched state With deep commiseration; He thought upon His mercy great, and willed my soul's salvation; He turned to me a Father's heart-- Not small the cost!--to heal my smart, He gave His best and dearest. 5 He spake to His beloved Son: 'T is time to take compassion; Then go, my heart's most precious Crown, And bring to man salvation; From sin and sorrow set him free, Slay bitter death for him, that he May live with Thee forever. 6 The Son delighted to obey, And, born of Virgin mother, Awhile on this low earth did stay, That He might be my brother. His mighty power He hidden bore, A servant's form like mine He wore, To lead the devil captive. 7 To me He spake: "Hold fast by me, I am thy Rock and Castle; I wholly give myself for thee; For thee I strive and wrestle; For I am thine, and thou art mine, Henceforth my place is also thine, The foe shall never part us. 8 The foe shall shed my precious blood, Me of My life bereaving; All this I suffer for thy good; Be steadfast and believing. Life shall from death the vict'ry win, My righteousness shall bear thy sin, So art thou blest forever. 9 Now to My Father I depart, From earth to heav'n ascending, Thence heav'nly wisdom to impart, The Holy Spirit sending; He shall in trouble comfort thee, Teach thee to know and follow me, And into truth shall guide thee. 10 What have done and taught, do thou To do and teach endeavor; So shall my kingdom flourish now, And God be praised forever; Take heed lest men with base alloy The heav'nly treasure should destroy; This counsel I bequeath thee. Topics: The Order Of Salvation Languages: English Tune Title: [Dear Christians, one and all rejoice]

Now I have found the firm foundation

Author: J. A. Rothe Hymnal: HELC1886 #26 (1886) Lyrics: 1 Now I have found the firm foundation, where evermore my anchor grounds! It lay there ere the world's creation, where else, but in my Savior's wounds? Foundation, which unmoved shall stay, when earth and heaven pass away. 2 It is that mercy never ending, Which all conception far transcends, Of Him, who, with love's arms extending, To wretched sinners condescends; Whose heart with pity still doth break, Whether we seek Him, or forsake. 3 Our ruin God has not intended, He wills salvation to bestow; For this the Son to earth descended, And then to heaven again did go; For this so loudly evermore He knocketh at our heart’s closed door. 4 O depth of love, in which, past finding, My sins through Christ's blood disappear; This is for wounds the safest binding, There is no condemnation here; For Jesus’ blood through earth and skies Forever Mercy! Mercy! cries. 5 I never will forget this crying, In faith I’ll trust it all my days, And, when o’er all my sins I’m sighing, I towards my Father’s heart will gaze; For there is always to be found Free mercy without end and bound. 6 Though I be robbed of every pleasure That soul and body can make glad, Bereft of every earthly treasure, Forlorn, forsaken, lone and sad: However far His help may be, His mercy yet is left to me. 7 If earthly cares and want oppress me, And cause me sorrow and regret That things so vain can still distress me, And give me so much trouble yet: Though I am bowed down to the dust, Still in His mercy I will trust. 8 If in the best of all my actions, In works that are admired the most, I must perceive great imperfections, I surely have no right to boast; Yet this sweet comfort doth abide: In mercy only I confide. 9 Be it with me as He is willing, Whose mercy is a boundless sea; May He himself my heart be stilling, That this may ne'er forgotten be; Then it will rest, in joy and woe, On mercy, while it beats below. 10 On this foundation I unshrinking Will stand, while I on earth remain; This shall engage my acting, thinking, While I the breath of life retain; Then I will sing eternally, Unfathomed Mercy, still of Thee. Topics: The Order Of Salvation Languages: English Tune Title: [Now I have found the firm foundation]

Lord, as Thou wilt, deal Thou with me

Author: Dr. C. Melissander Hymnal: HELC1886 #27 (1886) Lyrics: 1 Lord, as Thou wilt, deal Thou with me, no other wish I cherish; In life and death I cling to Thee, O Lord, let me not perish! Let but Thy grace ne'er from me part, else as Thou wilt; grant patient heart: Thy will the best is ever. 2 Grant honor, truth, propriety, And love Thy Word to ponder; False doctrines, Lord, keep far from me, And grant both here and yonder What serves my everlasting bliss; Preserve me from unrighteousness In all my life and doings. 3 When, at Thy summons, I must leave This world of sin and sadness, Grant me Thy grace, Lord, not to grieve, But to depart with gladness; My spirit I commend to Thee, O Lord, a blessed end give me Through Jesus Christ! Yea, Amen. Topics: The Christian Life Languages: English Tune Title: [Lord, as Thou wilt, deal Thou with me]

O God, Thou faithful God

Author: J. Heermann Hymnal: HELC1886 #28 (1886) Lyrics: 1 O God, Thou faithful God, Thou Fount that ever flowest, Without whom nothing is, who all good gifts bestowest; A pure and healthy frame O give me, and within a conscience free from blame, a soul unhurt by sin. 2 And grant me, Lord, to do, With ready heart and willing, Whate'er Thou shalt command, My calling here fulfilling; To do it when I ought, With all my strength; and bless The work I thus have wrought, For Thou must give success. 3 O let me never speak What bounds of truth exceedeth; Grant that no idle word From out my mouth proceedeth; And grant, when in my place I must and ought to speak, My words due power and grace, Nor let me wound the weak. 4 If dangers gather round, Still keep me calm and fearless; Help me to bear the cross, When life is dark and cheerless; Let me subdue my foe By words and actions kind; When counsel I would know, Good counsel let me find. 5 And let me be with all In peace and friendship living, As far as Christians may; And if Thou aught art giving Of wealth and honors fair, O this refuse me not, That naught be mingled there Of goods unjustly got. 6 And if a longer life Be here on earth decreed me, And Thou through many a strife To ripe old age wilt lead me, Thy patience in me shed, Avert all sin and shame, And crown my hoary head With pure untarnished fame. 7 Let me depart this life Confiding in my Saviour; Do Thou my soul receive, That it may live forever; And let my body have A quiet resting-place Beside a Christian's grave, And let it sleep in peace. 8 And on that solemn day, When all the dead are waking, Stretch o'er my grave Thy hand, Thyself my slumbers breaking; Then let me hear Thy voice, And change this earthly frame, And bid me aye rejoice With those who love Thy name. Topics: The Christian Life Languages: English Tune Title: [O God, Thou faithful God]

Whate'er my God ordains is right!

Author: Mag. S. Rodigast Hymnal: HELC1886 #29 (1886) Lyrics: 1 Whate'er my God ordains is right! Holy His will abideth; I will be still whate’er He doth, and follow where He guideth. He is my God; though dark my road, He knoweth how to shield me, Wherefore to Him I yield me. 2 Whate'er my God ordains is right! He never will deceive me; He leads me by the proper path, I know He will not leave me, And take content What He hath sent; His hand that sends my sadness, Will turn my tears to gladness. 3 Whate'er my God ordains is right! His loving thought attends me; No poisoned draught the cup can be That my Physician sends me, But medicine due; For God is true. Of doubt, then, I'll divest me, And on His goodness rest me. 4 Whate'er my God ordains is right! My Life, my Light can never Intend me harm; then, to His care I give myself forever, In weal or woe; For well I know, I once shall see quite clearly That God did love me dearly. 5 Whate'er my God ordains is right! Though now this cup in drinking May bitter to my taste appear, I take it all unshrinking; For to my heart God will impart A timely balm of healing, And end each painful feeling. 6 Whate'er my God ordains is right! Here shall my stand be taken; Though sorrow, need, or death be mine, Yet I am not forsaken; My Father’s care Is round me there, His arms embrace and shield me; Then, to my God I yield me. Topics: The Christian Life Languages: English Tune Title: [Whate'er my God ordains is right!]

For me to live is Jesus

Author: Anna, Countess of Stolberg Hymnal: HELC1886 #30 (1886) Lyrics: 1 For me to live is Jesus, to die is gain for me; to Him I gladly yield me, and die right cheerfully. 2 From hence I go with gladness To Christ, my Brother's side, That I may soon be with Him, And e'er with Him abide. 3 I have o'ercome life's crosses, Grief, pain, and sorrow cease, Through His five wounds most holy With God I am at peace. 4 When all my powers are breaking, My breath comes heavily, Nor word more I can utter, Lord, hear my sighs to Thee! 5 When reason, sense, and thinking Fail, like a flickering light, That to and fro doth waver, Ere 'tis extinguished quite: 6 Then let me softly, gently, Lord, fall asleep in Thee, When by Thy will and counsel My last hour comes to me. 7 As to the oak the ivy, So let me cleave to Thee, And live in heavenly glory With Thee eternally. 8 Amen! this wilt Thou, Jesus, Grant graciously to me. Endow me with Thy Spirit, That I fare happily. Topics: Death And Eternity Languages: English Tune Title: [For me to live is Jesus]