This Is the Day the Lord Hath Made

Verse 1

This is the day the Lord has made; he calls the hours his own. Let heav'n rejoice, let earth be glad and praise surround the throne.

Verse 2

Today he rose and left the dead, and Satan's empire fell; today the saints his triumphs spread and all his wonders tell.

Verse 3

Hosanna to th'anointed King, to David's holy Son! Help us, O Lord; descend and bring salvation from the throne.

Verse 4

Blessed is Jesus Christ, who came with messages of grace, who came in God the Father's name to save our sinful race.

Verse 5

Hosanna in the highest strains the Church on earth can raise; the highest heav'ns, in which he reigns, shall give him nobler praise.