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Follow All the Way

Author: Rev. Elisha A. Hoffman Hymnal: Christ in Song #200 (1908) Topics: Special Selections Trios; Special Selections Trios First Line: I can hear my Saviour calling Refrain First Line: I will take my cross and follow Lyrics: 1 I can hear my Saviour calling, In the tend'rest accents calling; On my ear these words are falling, Come and follow, daily follow me." Chorus: I will take my cross and follow. My dear Saviour I will follow; Where he leads me I will follow, I'll go with him, with all the way. 2 Tho' the way be dark and dreary, Tho' my feet be worn and weary, Yet my heart keeps bright and cheery As I follow, follow all the way. [Chorus] 3 Jesus, ever go before me, Shining heaven's sunlight o'er me, And when weak, by grace restore me As I follow, follow all the way. [Chorus] 4 Thro' the valley safely lead me, Heav'nly manna daily feed me; Ev'ry hour, dear Lord, I need thee As I follow, follow all the way. [Chorus] 5 In thy heart's affection, hold me, In thy arms of love enfold me, And with thine own grace uphold me, As I follow, follow all the way. [Chorus] Languages: English Tune Title: [I can hear my Saviour calling]

Nearer, Still Nearer

Author: C. H. M. Hymnal: Christ in Song #202 (1908) Topics: Special Selections Solos; Special Selections Solos First Line: Nearer, still nearer, close to Thy heart Lyrics: 1 Nearer, still nearer, close to Thy heart, Draw me, my Saviour, so precious Thou art; Fold me, O fold me close to Thy breast, Shelter me safe in that "Haven of Rest," Shelter me safe in that "Haven of Rest." 2 Nearer, still nearer, nothing I bring, Naught as an off'ring to Jesus my King; Only my sinful, now contrite heart, Grant me the cleansing Thy blood doth impart, Grant me the cleansing Thy blood doth impart. 3 Nearer, still nearer, Lord, to be Thine, Sin, with its follies, I gladly resign, All of its pleasures, pomp and its pride; Give me but Jesus, my Lord crucified, Give me but Jesus, my Lord crucified. 4 Nearer, still nearer, while life shall last; Till safe in glory my anchor is cast; Thro' endless ages, ever to be, Nearer, my Saviour, still nearer to Thee, Nearer, my Saviour, still nearer to Thee. Languages: English Tune Title: [Nearer, still nearer, close to Thy heart]

There Shall Be Showers of Blessing

Author: El Nathan Hymnal: Christ in Song #207 (1908) Topics: Special Occasions Reunion; Special Occasions Reunion First Line: "There shall be showers of blessing:" Refrain First Line: Showers, showers of blessing Lyrics: 1 "There shall be showers of blessing:" This is the promise of love; There shall be seasons refreshing, Sent from the Saviour above. Chorus: Showers, showers of blessing, Showers of blessing we need; Mercy drops round us are falling, But for the showers we plead. 2 "There shall be showers of blessing" Precious reviving again; Over the hills and the valleys, Sound of abundance of rain. [Chorus] 3 "There shall be showers of blessing:" Send them upon us, O Lord; Grant to us now a refreshing, Come, and now honor Thy Word. [Chorus] 4 "There shall be showers of blessing;" Oh, that today they might fall, Now as to God we're confessing, Now as on Jesus we call! [Chorus] Languages: English Tune Title: "There shall be showers of blessing:"

Awake My Soul

Author: R. L. Fletcher Hymnal: Christ in Song #214 (1908) Topics: Special Occasions Easter; Special Occasions Easter First Line: Awake, my soul, and greet the dawn Refrain First Line: Awake, my soul Lyrics: 1 Awake, my soul, and greet the dawn, Behold, the dreary night is gone; The sunless grave gives back its prey, For Christ came forth at break of day. Chorus: Awake, my soul, The Saviour lives, no more to die, Awake, my soul, The Lord ascends on high. 2 Amazed were they, the Roman guard, Who fast the sepulcher had barred, To see how vain the watch the seal, When Jesus did his might reveal. [Chorus] 3 In lofty strains let Zion sing The praise of her triumphant King; Captivity is captive led, For Christ is risen from the dead. [Chorus] Languages: English Tune Title: [Awake, my soul, and greet the dawn]

Where Jesus Is, ''Tis Heaven

Author: C. F. Butler Hymnal: Christ in Song #224 (1908) Topics: Special Selections Solos; Special Selections Solos First Line: Since Christ my soul from sin set free Refrain First Line: O hallelujah! yes, 'tis heav'n Lyrics: 1 Since Christ my soul from sin set free, This world has been a heav'n to me; And 'mid earth's sorrow and its woe, 'Tis heav'n my Jesus here to know. Chorus: O hallelujah! yes, 'tis heav'n, 'Tis heav'n to know my sins forgiv'n; On land or sea, what matters where? Where Jesus is, 'tis heaven there. 2 Once heaven seemed a far-off place, Till Jesus showed His smiling face; Now 'tis begun within my soul, To last while endless ages roll. [Chorus] 3 What matters where on earth we dwell? On mountain top, or in the dell, In cottage, or a mansion fair, Where Jesus is, 'tis heaven there. [Chorus] Languages: English Tune Title: [Since Christ my soul from sin set free]

Wake the Song of Joy and Gladness

Author: W. F. S. Hymnal: Christ in Song #227 (1908) Topics: Special Occasions Reunion; Special Occasions Reunion Refrain First Line: Wake the song, wake the Song Lyrics: 1 Wake the song of joy and gladness, Hither bring your noblest lays; Banish ev'ry tho't of sadness, Pouring forth your highest praise, Sing to him whose care has brought us Once again with friends to meet, And whose loving voice has taught us Of the way to Jesus' feet. Refrain: Wake the song, wake the Song, the song of joy and gladness, Wake the song, wake the song, The song of jubilee. 2 Joyfully with songs and banners, We will greet the festal day; Shout aloud our glad hosannas, And our grateful homage pay. We will change our Saviour's glory While our tho'ts we raise above, Telling still "the old, old story," Precious theme Redeeming love! [Refrain] 3 Thanks to thee, O holy Father, For the mercies of the year; May each heart, as here we gather, Swell with gratitude sincere, Thanks to thee, O loving Saviour, For redemption thro' thy blood: Breathe upon us, Holy Spirit, Sweetly draw us near to God. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: [Wake the song of joy and gladness]

At the Settlement of a Church; or, The Ordination of a Minister

Hymnal: Doctor Watts's imitation of the Psalms of David, to which is added a collection of hymns; the whole applied to the state of the Christian Church in general (3rd ed.) #235 (1786) Topics: Church God's special delight; Church God's special delight First Line: Where shall we go to seek and find Lyrics: 1 Where shall we go to seek and find An habitation for our God, A dwelling for th' eternal Mind Among the sons of flesh and blood! 2 The God of Jacob chose the hill Of Zion for his antient rest; And Zion is his dwelling still, His church is with his presence blest. 3 "Here I will fix my gracious throne, "And reign forever, saith the Lord; "Here shall my power and love be known, "And blessings shall attend my word. 4 "Here will I meet the hungry poor, "And fill their souls with living bread; "Sinners that wait before my door "With sweet provisions shall be fed. 5 "Girded with truth, and cloth'd with grace "My priests, my ministers shall shine; "Not Aaron in his costly dress "Appears so glorious and divine. 6 "The saints, unable to contain "Their inward joys, shall shout and sing, "The son of David here shall reign, "And Zion triumph in her King. 7 "Jesus shall see a numerous seed "Born here t' uphold his glorious name; "His crown shall flourish on his head, "While all his foes are cloth'd with shame." Scripture: Psalm 132:13-18 Languages: English

At the Settlement of a Church; or, The Ordination of a Minister

Hymnal: Doctor Watts's Imitation of the Psalms of David #235 (1790) Topics: Church God's special delight; Church God's special delight First Line: Where shall we go to seek and find Lyrics: 1 Where shall we go to seek and find An habitation for our God, A dwelling for th' eternal Mind Among the sons of flesh and blood! 2 The God of Jacob chose the hill Of Zion for his antient rest; And Zion is his dwelling still, His church is with his presence blest. 3 "Here I will fix my gracious throne, "And reign forever, saith the Lord; "Here shall my power and love be known, "And blessings shall attend my word. 4 "Here will I meet the hungry poor, "And fill their souls with living bread; "Sinners that wait before my door "With sweet provisions shall be fed. 5 "Girded with truth, and cloth'd with grace "My priests, my ministers shall shine; "Not Aaron in his costly dress "Appears so glorious and divine. 6 "The saints, unable to contain "Their inward joys, shall shout and sing, "The son of David here shall reign, "And Zion triumph in her King. 7 "Jesus shall see a numerous seed "Born here t' uphold his glorious name; "His crown shall flourish on his head, "While all his foes are cloth'd with shame." Scripture: Psalm 132:13-18 Languages: English

A Church established

Hymnal: Doctor Watts's imitation of the Psalms of David, to which is added a collection of hymns; the whole applied to the state of the Christian Church in general (3rd ed.) #236a (1786) Topics: Church God's special delight; Church God's special delight First Line: No sleep nor slumber to his eyes Lyrics: 1 [No sleep nor slumber to his eyes Good David would afford, Till he had found below the skies A dwelling for the Lord. 2 The Lord in Zion plac'd his name, His ark was settled there: And there th' assembled nation came To worship thrice a year. 3 We trace no more these toilsome ways, Nor wander far abroad; Where e’er thy people meet for praise, There is a house for God.] Pause. 4 Arise, O King of grace, arise, And enter to thy rest, Lo! thy church waits with longing eyes Thus to be own'd and blest. 5 Enter with all thy glorious train, Thy spirit and thy word; All that the ark did once contain Could no such grace afford. 6 Here, mighty God, accept our vows, Here let thy praise be spread; Bless the provisions of thy house, And fill thy poor with bread. 7 Here let the Son of David reign, Let God’s anointed shine; Justice and truth his court maintain, With love and power divine. 8 Here let him hold a lasting throne, And as his kingdom grows, Fresh honours shall adorn his crown, And shame confound his foes. Scripture: Psalm 122:7-8 Languages: English

A Church Established

Hymnal: Doctor Watts's Imitation of the Psalms of David #236a (1790) Topics: Church God's special delight; Church God's special delight First Line: No sleep nor slumber to his eyes Lyrics: 1 [No sleep nor slumber to his eyes Good David would afford, Till he had found below the skies A dwelling for the Lord. 2 The Lord in Zion plac'd his name, His ark was settled there: And there th' assembled nation came To worship thrice a year. 3 We trace no more these toilsome ways, Nor wander far abroad; Where e’er thy people meet for praise, There is a house for God.] Pause. 4 Arise, O King of grace, arise, And enter to thy rest, Lo! thy church waits with longing eyes Thus to be own'd and blest. 5 Enter with all thy glorious train, Thy spirit and thy word; All that the ark did once contain Could no such grace afford. 6 Here, mighty God, accept our vows, Here let thy praise be spread; Bless the provision of thy house, And fill thy poor with bread. 7 Here let the Son of David reign, Let God’s anointed shine; Justice and truth his court maintain, With love and power divine. 8 Here let him hold a lasting throne, And at his kingdom grows, Fresh honours shall adorn his crown, And shame confound his foes. Scripture: Psalm 122:7-8 Languages: English