The Sacrifice of Praise

Verse 1

With joy we lift our eyes To those bright realms above, That glorious temple in the skies, Where dwells eternal Love.

Verse 2

Before thy throne we bow, O thou almighty King; Here we present the solemn vow, And hymns of praise we sing.

Verse 3

While in thy house we kneel, With trust and holy fear, Thy mercy and thy truth reveal, And lend a gracious ear.

Verse 4

Lord, teach our hearts to pray, And tune our lips to sing; Nor from the presence cast away The sacrifice we bring.