Author: J. Edmeston (1791-1867) Hymnal: Hymns for Today's Church (2nd ed.) #595 (1987) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.7 Lyrics: 1 Lead us, heavenly Father, lead us
o'er the world's tempestuous sea;
guard us, guide us, keep us, feed us —
for we have no help but thee,
yet possessing every blessing
if our God our Father be.
2 Saviour, breathe forgiveness o'er us:
all our weakness thou dost know,
thou didst tread this earth before us,
thou didst feel its keenest woe;
through the dreary desert, weary,
in obedience thou didst go.
3 Spirit of our God, descending,
fill our hearts with heavenly joy,
love with every passion blending,
pleasure that can never cloy;
thus provided, pardoned, guided,
nothing can our peace destroy. Topics: God's Church Doxology, Glory to God; The Remnant of Israel; Trinity Sunday The Trinity; Pentecost 4 The Freedom God Gives Languages: English Tune Title: MANNHEIM
Lead us, heavenly Father, lead us