204 O God, Our Lord, Your Holy Word

1 O God, our Lord, your holy Word Was long a hidden treasure Till to its place it was by grace Restored in fullest measure. For this today our thanks we say And gladly glorify you. Your mercy show and grace bestow On all who still deny you. 2 Salvation true by faith in you — That is your gospel's preaching, The heart and core of Bible lore In all its sacred teaching. In Christ we must put all our trust, Not in our deeds or labor; With conscience pure and heart secure Love you, Lord, and our neighbor. 3 Lord, you alone this work have done By your free grace and favor. All who believe will grace receive Through Jesus Christ, our Savior. And though the foe would overthrow Your Word with grim endeavor, All he has wrought must come to naught — Your word will stand forever! 4 Since you are mine, my Lord divine, Death holds no dreadful terrors. Your precious blood, my highest good, Has blotted out my errors. My thanks to you — your Word is true! Fulfill your promise ever, And mercy give while here I live And heav'nly bliss forever.