Corner Stone

Verse 1

The builder, whom true wisdom sways, First, the foundation deeply lays; Prepar'd against each shock: Our builder, sure of his own plan, Founded us deeply in the man, On God, th' eternal rock.

Verse 2

Christ is that precious corner stone, Which all his church is built upon; Nor can it ever fall: The prophets, and apostles too, Other foundations never knew Than Jesus, Lord of all.

Verse 3

Christ, in this building is the door; And always open to the poor, Who would approach their God: Nor, tho' they're naked, need they fear; For Christ is yea; boldly draw near, And plead redeeming blood.

Verse 4

As windows rang'd, admit the light To chase the horrors of the night, Enlight'ning ev'ry part: So, in our Saviour's lovely face, The Godhead shines in love and grace, To cheer the human heart.

Verse 5

The stone the builders did refuse, Which human wisdom ne'er will choose, Is here the head-stone seen: Brought forth with joy to make all fast; Christ is the first stone and the last; The church is safe between.

Verse 6

The spacious roof, extended wide, Lock'd in secure on ev'ry aide, Braves all the storms that fall: Christ is that cov'ring, suited well, To shelter man from storms of hell; O Christ! thou art our all.