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The Savior's blood and righteousness

Nicolaus Ludwig, Graf von Zinzendorf • C. Kinchen • English

Primary Scripture: Matthew 22:11-14

Verse 1

The Savior’s blood and righteousness My beauty is, my glorious dress; Thus well arrayed, I need not fear, When in His presence I appear.

Verse 2

The holy, spotless, Lamb of God, Who freely gave His life and blood For all my numerous sins to atone, I for my Lord and Savior own.

Verse 3

Therefore my Savior’s blood and death Are here the substance of my faith; And shall remain, when I’m called hence, My only hope and confidence.

Verse 4

Lord Jesus Christ, all praise to Thee, That Thou didst deign a man to be, And for each soul which Thou hast made Hast an eternal ransom paid.

Verse 5

Thy incarnation, wounds, and death I will confess while I have breath, Till I shall see Thee face to face, Arrayed with Thy righteousness.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • matthew 22:11-14

Reference 2

  • john 1:29-34