Christ in His word draws near

Verse 1

Christ, in His word draws near; Hush, moaning voice of fear, He bids thee cease; With songs sincere and sweet Let us arise, and meet Him who comes forth to greet Our souls with peace.

Verse 2

Rising above thy care, Meet Him as in the air, O weary heart: Put on joy's sacred dress; Lo, as He comes to bless, Quite from thy weariness Set free thou art.

Verse 3

For works of love and praise He brings thee summer days, Warm days and bright; Winter is past and gone, Now He, salvation's Sun, Shineth on every one, With mercy's light.

Verse 4

From the bright sky above, Clad in His robes of love, 'Tis He, our Lord! Dim earth itself grows clear, As His light draweth near: O let us hush and hear His holy word. Amen.