Holiness unto the Lord
Clara McAlister Brooks • English
Primary Scripture: Zechariah 14:20
Verse 1
Holiness dwells in the temple of God, Adorning its walls within; Those who would enter this blessed abode Must turn from the way of sin.
Chorus
Holiness, holiness unto the Lord! Ever in triumph we’ll sing, Standing secure on the rock of His word— Holiness unto our King!
Verse 2
Holiness reigns in the hearts of the saints, A welcome, abiding guest, Giving them freedom from sinful restraints, Affording supernal rest.
Chorus
Holiness, holiness unto the Lord! Ever in triumph we’ll sing, Standing secure on the rock of His word— Holiness unto our King!
Verse 3
Jesus has promised His power of old To cleanse us from every sin, Purging the dross and refining the gold, And taking away the tin.
Chorus
Holiness, holiness unto the Lord! Ever in triumph we’ll sing, Standing secure on the rock of His word— Holiness unto our King!
Verse 4
Jesus lived holy while walking below, The tempter He overcame: Those who at last into heaven would go Must live in this world the same.
Chorus
Holiness, holiness unto the Lord! Ever in triumph we’ll sing, Standing secure on the rock of His word— Holiness unto our King!
Verse 5
Holiness, holiness unto the Lord! Is carved on the “horses bells”; Paradise pure in our hearts is restored When holiness in us dwells.
Chorus
Holiness, holiness unto the Lord! Ever in triumph we’ll sing, Standing secure on the rock of His word— Holiness unto our King!
Scripture References
Reference 1
- zechariah 14:20