Partaking of the Lord's Supper

Verse 1

Jesu, we thus obey thy last and kindest word; here in thine own appointed way we come to meet thee, Lord.

Verse 2

Our hearts we open wide to make the Saviour room; and lo, the Lamb, the Crucified, the sinner's friend is come!

Verse 3

Thy presence makes the feast; now let our spirits feel the glory not to be expressed, the joy unspeakable.

Verse 4

With high and heavenly bliss thou dost our spirits cheer; thy house of banqueting is this and thou hast brought us here.

Verse 5

Now let our souls be fed with manna from above, and over us thy banner spread of everlasting love.