The Voice of Praise ‎#563

563. Father in heaven! within these walls

1 Father in heaven! within these walls,
Which we have builded to thy name,
As now we lift our song of praise,
Set thou our hearts and tongues aflame!

2 Open our ears to hear thy voice,
And let our eyes thy glory see,
That we may worship thee in truth,
And in thy Spirit's liberty.

3 No vain oblation would be bring,
No hollow rite or empty form,
But minds obedient to thy will,
And hearts by love to thee made warm.

4 Here may the gospel of thy Son,
His quickening word of truth and grace,
Be preached with power by lips sincere,
While his pure spirit fills the place.

5 And while, O God! these walls shall stand,
May peace and joy prevail within,
Discord and strife be banished hence,
And love a ceaseless victory win.

Text Information

• First Line: Father in heaven! within these walls
• Author: O. Johnson
• Meter: L. M.
• Publication Date: 1873
• Topic: The Christian Church: Dedication; Dedication

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