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A Christians Joy and Hope
STRENGTH AND STAY-John Bacchus Dykes
A Christian's Joy and Hope
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O hallelujah to our King!
Ye Zion's children, come and bring
Praise, worship and submission!
O magnify His wondrous might!
The Lamb, which for our sins has died,
Deserves our exaltation
Thank Him! Praise Him! Bring allegiance
And obedience ev'ry hour
For His marv'lous strength and power.
His glorious kingdom shall endure.
What equals it? What is so sure
On earth, or yet in heaven?
The messengers of His great fame
In regions far and near proclaim:
"Salvation shall be given!"
Hear them calling, "Cease from sinning;
Childhood winning, Seek His favor;
Walk the pathway of the Saviour!"
O Lamb of God, to thee we sing
Our gratitude and honor bring
To Thee, our Lord forever.
To all the people be it known
That unto Jesus Christ alone
Our heart and soul is given
Grant we pray Thee, understanding,
Knowledge giving, of salvation
And Thy graceful dispensation.
What joy we shall in heaven see
When we united are with Thee,
Before Thy throne adore Thee,
When perfect Thy great work shall be,
When after night Thy light we see,
And gathered are before Thee.
Envy shall be far removed,
Well Beloved, all who own Thee
Will as Bridegroom then acclaim Thee!