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Only Begotten, Word of God Eternal

Maxwell J. Blacker (1906) • English

Primary Scripture: Genesis 28:17

Verse 1

Only-begotten, Word of God eternal, Lord of creation, merciful and mighty, Hear us, your servants, when our tuneful voices Rise to your presence.

Verse 2

Holy this dwelling where the Lord is present; This is none other than the gate of heaven; Strangers and pilgrims, seeking homes eternal, Pass through its portals.

Verse 3

Lord, we beseech you, as we throng your temple, By your past blessings, by your present bounty, Smile on your children, and with tender mercy Hear our petitions.

Verse 4

God in three Persons, Father everlasting, Son co-eternal, ever blessed Spirit, Yours be the glory, praise and adoration, Now and forever.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • genesis 28:17

Reference 2

  • 1-kings 8:27-39

Reference 3

  • 1-kings 8:43

Reference 4

  • 2-chronicles 3:30-39

Reference 5

  • 2-chronicles 6:21-27

Reference 6

  • 2-chronicles 6:39

Reference 7

  • psalms 20:1-5

Reference 8

  • psalms 118:19-20