Light of the World

Verse 1

We now arise, the light is come, The glory of the Lord appears; No more in darkness may we roam, Expos'd to guilt and many fears.

Verse 2

The day spring glorious from on high, Beams forth in brightness all divine; Our nightly fears and troubles die, Whilst we in perfect beauty shine.

Verse 3

The Godhead's glory rising bright On us, in Christ the heav'nly man, Declares us perfect in his sight, Whilst we admire the gracious plan.

Verse 4

What e'er we lost, we here regain; The end of all our toil is come, Nor sin, nor curse, doth now remain, We rest in God our native home.

Verse 5

There in our nature greatly blest, And purg'd from ev'ry ill, thro' blood, Our conscience finds eternal rest, And answers peacefully to God.