12. With joy we lift our eyes

1 With joy we lift our eyes
To those bright realms above,
That glorious temple in the skies,
Where dwells eternal love.

2 Before thy throne we bow,
O thou almighty King!
Here we present the solemn vow,
And hymns of praise we sing.

3 While in thy house we kneel
With trust and holy fear,
Thy mercy and thy truth reveal,
And lend a gracious ear.

4 Lord, teach our hearts to pray,
And tune our lips to sing;
Nor from thy presence cast away
The sacrifice we bring.

Text Information
First Line: With joy we lift our eyes
Author: Thomas Jervis
Publication Date: 1886
Topic: Worship: Opening Hymns
Tune Information
Name: ST. THOMAS
Composer: George F. Handel
Meter: S.M.
Key: G Major or modal
Notes: Alternate tunes: #688, 191, or 403.



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