What do ye think of Christ indeed

Verse 1

What do ye think of Christ indeed; Who do ye say is he? To judge this matter take ye heed, And search the truth and see.

Verse 2

We call him David's son 'tis true, As written in the word-- But it must be remember'd too, That David calls him Lord.

Verse 3

The Lord whom David freely own'd, To be his sovereign head: With whom his soul had ever found Such grace as he did need.

Verse 4

Who is he then in my esteem, My soul what dost thou feel; Wilt thou not ask that grace from him, To learn and do his will.

Verse 5

He is the Pearl of greater price! And those who love him best, Shall be with greatest hopes and joys; For evermore possess'd.

Verse 6

What think ye then ye sons of men? Should he not be our King; Should we not wish with him to reign, And e'er his praise to sing?