481. Psalm 137

1 I love thy kingdom, Lord!
The house of thine abode,
The church, our blessed Redeemer saved
With his own precious blood.

2 I love thy church, O God!
Her walls before thee stand,
Dear as the apple of thine eye,
And graven on thy hand.

3 For her my tears shall fall,
For her my prayers ascend;
To her my cares and toils be given,
Till toils and cares shall end.

4 Beyond my highest joy
I prize her heavenly ways,
Her sweet communion, solemn vows,
Her hymns of love and praise.

5 Sure as thy truth shall last,
To Zion shall be given
The brightest glories earth can yield,
And brighter bliss of heaven.

Text Information
First Line: I love thy kingdom, Lord!
Title: Psalm 137
Author: Timothy Dwight
Language: English
Publication Date: 1888
Scripture: ;
Topic: Activity; Christians: Duties; Church: Dear to Saints (3 more...)
Tune Information
Name: STATE STREET
Composer: J. C. Woodman
Meter: S. M.
Key: A Major



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