6 Come, O Long-Expected Jesus
1 Come, O long-expected Jesus,
Born to set your people free;
From our sins and fears release us
By your death on Calvary.
Israel's Strength and Consolation,
Hope to all the earth impart;
Dear Desire of ev'ry nation,
Joy of ev'ry longing heart.
2 Born your people to deliver,
Born a child and yet a king,
Born to reign in us forever,
Now your gracious kingdom bring.
By your own eternal Spirit
Rule in all our hearts alone;
By your all-sufficient merit
Raise us to your glorious throne.
Text Information
- Author
- Charles Wesley, 1707-88, alt.
Tune Information
- Name
- ST. HILARY
- Meter
- 87 87 D
- Source
- Unknown