Holy Ghost

Verse 1

Holy Ghost, the Infinite, Shine upon our nature's night With Thy blessed holy light, Comforter Divine.

Verse 2

We are sinful, cleanse us, Lord; We are faint, Thy strength afford; Lost, until by Thee restored, Comforter Divine.

Verse 3

Like the dew, Thy peace distil; Guide, subdue our wayward will, Things of Christ unfolding still, Comforter Divine.

Verse 4

In us, for us, intercede, And with voiceless groanings plead Our unutterable need, Comforter Divine.

Verse 5

In us "Abba, Father," cry, Earnest of our bliss on high, Seal of immortality, Comforter Divine.

Verse 6

Search for us the depths of God; Lead us by the narrow road To the height of Thine abode, Comforter Divine.