Author: Mary Jackson Cathey, b. 1926; Michael Denham, b. 1955 Hymnal: Christian Worship #479 (2021) Meter: 6.6.8.4 D Lyrics: 1 God's Holy Spirit came with rushing wind and fire,
Christ's presence here to comfort, bless, and to inspire.
The Spirit thus began God's holy work on earth
at Pentecost, a gift that gave the Church its birth.
2 God sent the Spirit forth, fulfilling prophets' word,
to those who followed Jesus and who called him Lord.
And as disciples met near temple courts for prayer
the Spirit blew and rested on those gathered there.
3 God's Spirit filled each one, as Jesus had foretold.
In many tongues they spoke God's Word, renewed and bold.
"Repent and be baptized," preached Peter in that hour,
and thousands came believing by the Spirit's pow'r.
4 God's Church alive today continues to proclaim
salvation by the Spirit's pow'r in Jesus' name.
Let all believers now their tongues and lives employ.
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, our highest joy!
Topics: Day of Pentecost Scripture: Acts 2:1-11 Languages: English Tune Title: YIGDAL
God's Holy Spirit Came