Christian Hymns ‎#30

30. We have a sure, prophetic Word

1 We have a sure, prophetic Word,
By inspiration of the Lord;
And though assailed on every hand,
Jehovah's word shall ever stand.

2 By powers of empire banned and burned,
By pagan pride rejected, spurned,
The Word still stands the Christian's trust,
While haughty empires lie in dust.

3 Lo! what the Word in times of old
Of future days and deeds foretold,
Is all fulfilled, while ages roll,
As traced on the prophetic scroll.

4 Abiding, steadfast, firm, and sure,
The teachings of the Word endure:
Blest he who trusts this steadfast Word,
His anchor holds in Christ, the Lord.

Text Information

• First Line: We have a sure, prophetic Word
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1898
• Topic: Word of God; Word of God: Abiding and Sure; Word of God: Inspiration of
• Notes: E. Cronenwett.

Tune Information

• Name: LORD JESUS CHRIST, BE PRESENT NOW
• Meter: L. M.
• Key: F Major
• Source: Early Lutheran. 1651
• Notes: Norwegian tune name: Herr' Jesu Krist, dig til os vend