Prayer at Dawn of Day

Verse 1

How sweet the melting lay, That breaks upon the ear, When, at the hour of rising day, Christians unite in prayer!

Verse 2

The breezes waft their cries Up to Jehovah's throne; He listens to their bursting sighs, And sends his blessings down.

Verse 3

So Jesus rose to pray, Before the morning light; Once on the chilling mount did stay, And wrestle all the night.

Verse 4

Glory to God on high, Who sends his blessings down To rescue souls condemned to die, And makes his people one.