173 On Christ's Ascension I Now Build

1 On Christ's ascension I now build The hope of my ascension. This hope alone has always stilled All doubt and apprehension. For where the head is, there as well I know his members are to dwell When Christ shall come and call them. 2 Since Christ returned to claim his throne, Great gifts for me obtaining, My heart shall rest in him alone, No other rest remaining. For where my treasure went before, There all my thoughts shall ever soar To still their deepest yearning. 3 Oh, grant, dear Lord, this grace to me, Recalling your ascension, That I may serve you faithfully, Adorning your redemption; And then, when all my days will cease, Let me depart in joy and peace In answer to my pleading.