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Spirit Holy

Charles W. Naylor (1918) • English

Primary Scripture: Psalm 51:11

Verse 1

Spirit holy in me dwelling, Ever work as Thou shalt choose; All my ransomed pow’rs and talents For Thy purpose Thou shalt use.

Chorus

Spirit holy, Spirit holy, All my being now possess; Lead me, rule me, work within me, Through my life Thy will express.

Verse 2

O how sweet is Thy abiding! O how tender is the love Thou dost shed abroad within me From the Father-heart above!

Chorus

Spirit holy, Spirit holy, All my being now possess; Lead me, rule me, work within me, Through my life Thy will express.

Verse 3

Thou hast cleansed me for Thy temple, Garnished with Thy graces rare; All my soul Thou art enriching By Thy fullness dwelling there.

Chorus

Spirit holy, Spirit holy, All my being now possess; Lead me, rule me, work within me, Through my life Thy will express.

Verse 4

In me now reveal Thy glory, Let Thy might be ever shown; Keep me from the world’s defilement, Sacred for Thyself alone.

Chorus

Spirit holy, Spirit holy, All my being now possess; Lead me, rule me, work within me, Through my life Thy will express.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • psalms 51:11

Reference 2

  • john 14:26