The Voice of Praise ‎#579

579. Who but Thou, almighty Spirit!

1 Who but thou, almighty Spirit!
Can the heathen world reclaim?
Men may preach, but till thou favor,
Pagans will be still the same,
Mighty Spirit!
Witness to the Saviour's name.

2 Thou hast promised, by the prophets,
Glorious light in latter days;
Come, and bless bewildered nations,
Change our prayers and tears to praise.
Promised Spirit!
Round the world diffuse thy rays.

3 All our hopes and prayers and labors
Must be vain without thine aid;
But thou wilt not disappoint us;
All is true that thou hast said.
Faithful Spirit!
O'er the world thine influence shed.

Text Information

• First Line: Who but Thou, almighty Spirit!
• Author: Anon.
• Meter: 8s, 7s, & 4s
• Publication Date: 1873
• Topic: The Christian Church: Missionary; God giveth the Increase

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