Author: John Ellerton Hymnal: Voices United #116 (1996) Meter: 7.7.7.7 Lyrics: 1 Giver of the perfect gift,
only hope of human race,
hear the prayer our hearts uplift
trembling at thy throne of grace.
2 Though the accusing voice within
speaks of many a wrong to thee,
thou canst cleanse from every sin,
thou canst set the conscience free.
3 Who can save us, Lord, but thou?
Let thy mercy show thy power;
lo, we plead thy promise now,
now, in this accepted hour.
4 Oh! may these our Lenten days,
blest by thee, with thee be passed,
that with purer, nobler praise
we may keep thy feast at last.
5 God the holy trinity,
grant the mercy we implore;
God the One, all praise to thee
through the ages evermore. Topics: The Christian Year Lent; Choice, Decision; Christian Year Lent; Gift(s); God Grace; Hope; Jesus Christ Saviour; Opening Hymns; Praise; Prayer; Promise(s); Salvation; Sin; Trinity; Proper 19 Year C Tune Title: SONG 13
Giver Of The Perfect Gift