Our blest Redeemer

Verse 1

Our blest Redeemer, ere he breathed his tender, last farewell, a guide, a Comforter, bequeathed With us to dwell.

Verse 2

He came sweet influence to impart, a gracious, willing guest, while he can find one humble heart wherein to rest.

Verse 3

And his that gentle voice we hear, soft as the breath of even, that checks each fault, that calms each fear, and speaks of heaven.

Verse 4

And every virtue we possess, and every conquest won, and every thought of holiness, are his alone.

Verse 5

Spirit of purity and grace, our weakness pitying, see: O make our hearts thy dwelling-place, and worthier thee.