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Rejoice in the Lord! (If God Be for Us)

Hymnal: AMEC1984 #336 (2011) Meter: 11.8.11.8 with refrain Scripture: Psalm 46:1 First Line: Rejoice in the Lord! O let His mercy cheer Refrain First Line: If God be for us, if God be for us Topics: The Christian Life Prayer and Intercession Languages: English Tune Title: IF GOD BE FOR US

God of Our Fathers

Author: Daniel C. Roberts, 1841-1907 Hymnal: AMEC1984 #568 (2011) Meter: 10.10.10.10 Scripture: Psalm 46:7 First Line: God of our fathers, whose almighty hand Lyrics: 1 God of our fathers, whose almighty hand Leads forth in beauty all the starry band Of shining worlds in splendor thru the skies, Our grateful songs before Thy throne arise. 2 Thy love divine hath led us in the past; In this free land by Thee our lot is cast; Be Thou our ruler, guardian, guide, and stay, Thy Word our law, Thy paths our chosen way. 3 From war's alarms, from deadly pestilence, Be Thy strong arm our ever sure defense; Thy true religion in our hearts increase, Thy bounteous goodness nourish us in peace. 4 Refresh Thy people on their toilsome way; Lead us from night to never-ending day; Fill all our lives with love and grace divine, And glory, laud, and praise be ever Thine. Amen. Topics: Kingdom of God on Earth Patriotic; National; Opening; Processionals; Recessionals Languages: English Tune Title: NATIONAL HYMN

The Truth of God Shall Still Endure

Author: Benjamin Beddome, 1717-1795 Hymnal: AMEC1984 #59 (2011) Meter: 8.6.8.6 Scripture: Psalm 46:9 Lyrics: 1 The truth of God shall still endure, And firm His promise stand; Believing souls may rest secure In His almighty hand. 2 Should earth and hell their forces join, He would condemn their rage, And render fruitless their design Against His heritage. 3 The rainbow 'round about His throne Proclaims His faithfulness; He will His purposes perform, His promises of grace. 4 The hills and mountains melt away, But He is still the same; Let saints to Him their homage pay And magnify His name. Amen. Topics: God the Father Majesty and Power; Faith; God Abiding Presence; Holy Trinity Languages: English Tune Title: METROPOLITAN

These Things Shall Be: A Loftier Race

Author: J. Addington Symonds, 1840-1893 Hymnal: AMEC1984 #560 (2011) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Scripture: Psalm 46:9 Lyrics: 1 These things shall be: a loftier race Than e'er the world hath known shall rise With flame of freedom in their souls, And light of knowledge in their eyes. 2 They shall be gentle, brave, and strong, To spill no drop of blood, but dare All that may plant man's lordship firm On earth, and fire, and sea, and air. 3 Nation with nation, land with land, Inarmed shall live as comrades free; In every heart and brain shall throb The pulse of one fraternity. 4 New arts shall bloom of loftier mould, And mightier music thrill the skies, And every life shall be a song, When all the earth is paradise. Topics: Kingdom of God on Earth Brotherhood; Fellowship; Missions Languages: English Tune Title: MOZART

Still, for Thy Loving Kindness

Author: Charles Wesley, 1707-1788 Hymnal: AMEC1984 #289 (2011) Meter: 8.6.8.6 Scripture: Psalm 46:10 First Line: Still, for Thy loving kindness, Lord Lyrics: 1 Still, for Thy loving kindness, Lord, I in Thy temple wait; I look to find Thee in Thy word, Or at Thy table meet. 2 Here in Thine own appointed ways I wait to learn Thy will; Silent I stand before Thy face, And hear Thee say, "Be still!" 3 "Be still and know that I am God!" 'Tis all I live to know; To feel the virtue of Thy blood, And spread its praise below. 4 I wait my vigor to renew, Thine image to retrieve; The veil of outward things pass through, And gasp in Thee to live. 5 I work, and own the labor vain, And thus from works I cease. I strive, and see my fruitless pain Till God create my peace. Amen. Topics: The Christian Life Dedication and Consecration; Consecration; Prayer Languages: English Tune Title: WARWICK

Be Still, my Soul

Author: Katharina von Schlegel, b. 1697; Jane Borthwick, 1813-1897 Hymnal: AMEC1984 #426 (2011) Meter: 10.10.10.10.10.10 Scripture: Psalm 46:10 First Line: Be still, my soul: the Lord is on thy side Lyrics: 1 Be still, my soul: the Lord is on thy side; Bear patiently the cross of grief or pain; Leave to thy God to order and provide; In every change He faithful will remain. Be still, my soul: thy best, thy heavenly Friend Through thorny ways leads to a joyful end. 2 Be still, my soul: thy God doth undertake To guide the future as He has the past. Thy hope, thy confidence let nothing shake; All now mysterious shall be bright at last. Be still, my soul: the waves and winds still know His voice who ruled them while He dwelt below. 3 Be still, my soul: the hour is hastening on When we shall be forever with the Lord, When disappointment, grief, and fear are gone, Sorrow forgot, love’s purest joys restored. Be still, my soul: when change and tears are past, All safe and blessed we shall meet at last. Topics: The Christian Life Faith and Assurance; Everlasting Life; Faith Languages: English Tune Title: FINLANDIA

How Great Thou Art

Author: Stuart K. Hine, 1899 Hymnal: AMEC1984 #68 (2011) Meter: 11.10.11.10 with refrain Scripture: Psalm 48:1 First Line: O Lord my God! When I in awesome wonder Refrain First Line: Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee Lyrics: 1 O Lord my God! When I in awesome wonder Consider all the worlds Thy hands have made, I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder, Thy pow'r throughout the universe displayed, Refrain: Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee; How great Thou art, how great Thou art! Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee; How great Thou art, how great Thou art! 2 When through the woods and forest glades I wander And hear the birds sing sweetly in the trees; When I look down from lofty mountain grandeur And hear the brook and feel the gentle breeze; [Refrain] 3 And when I think that God, his Son not sparing, Sent Him to die, I scarce can take it in; That on the cross, my burden gladly bearing, He bled and died to take away my sin; [Refrain] 4 When Christ shall come with shout of acclamation And take me home, what joy shall fill my heart! Then I shall bow in humble adoration And there proclaim, my God, how great Thou art! [Refrain] Topics: God the Father Majesty and Power; Adoration; Opening; Peace Languages: English Tune Title: HOW GREAT THOU ART

Shall We Gather at the River?

Author: Robert Lowry, 1826-1899 Hymnal: AMEC1984 #486 (2011) Meter: 8.7.8.7 with refrain Scripture: Psalm 48:14 First Line: Shall we gather at the river Refrain First Line: Yes, we'll gather at the river Lyrics: 1 Shall we gather at the river Where bright angel feet have trod, With its crystal tide forever Flowing by the throne of God? Refrain: Yes, we'll gather at the river, The beautiful, the beautiful river, Gather with the saints at the river, That flows by the throne of God. 2 On the margin of the river, Washing up its silver spray, We will walk and worship ever, All the happy, golden day. [Refrain] 3 Ere we reach the shining river, Lay we every burden down; Grace our spirits will deliver, And provide a robe and crown. [Refrain] 4 Soon we'll gather at the river, Soon our pilgrimage will cease; Soon our happy hearts will quiver With the melody of peace. [Refrain] Topics: The Christian Life Death and Life Eternal; Death; Heaven Languages: English Tune Title: BEAUTIFUL RIVER

Savior, More Than Life to Me

Author: Fanny J. Crosby, 1820-1915 Hymnal: AMEC1984 #373 (2011) Meter: 7.9.7.9 with refrain Scripture: Psalm 51:2 Refrain First Line: Every day, every hour Lyrics: 1 Savior, more than life to me, I am clinging, clinging close to Thee; Let Thy precious blood applied Keep me ever, ever near Thy side. Refrain: Every day, every hour, Let me feel Thy cleansing power; May Thy tender love to me Bind me closer, closer, Lord, to Thee. 2 Through this changing world below, Lead me gently, gently as I go; Trusting Thee, I cannot stray; I can never, never lose my way. [Refrain] 3 Let me love Thee more and more, Till this fleeting, fleeting life is o'er; Till my soul is lost in love, In a brighter, brighter world above. [Refrain] Topics: The Christian Life Struggle and Guidance; Jesus Abiding with Believers; Jesus Guide Languages: English Tune Title: EVERY DAY AND EVERY HOUR

Lord Jesus, I Long to Be Perfectly Whole (Whiter than Snow)

Author: James L. Nichloson, c. 1828-1876 Hymnal: AMEC1984 #367 (2011) Meter: 11.11.11.11 with refrain Scripture: Psalm 51:7 First Line: Lord Jesus, I long to be perfectly whole Refrain First Line: Whiter than snow, yes whiter than snow Lyrics: 1 Lord Jesus, I long to be perfectly whole; I want Thee forever to live in my soul, Break down every idol, cast out every foe; Now wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. Refrain: Whiter than snow, yes, whiter than snow, Now wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. 2 Lord Jesus, look down from Thy throne in the skies, And help me to make a complete sacrifice; I give up myself, and whatever I know, Now wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. [Refrain] 3 Lord Jesus, for this I most humbly entreat, I wait, blessed Lord, at Thy crucified feet; By faith, for my cleansing I see Thy blood flow, Now wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. [Refrain] 4 Lord Jesus, Thou seeest I patiently wait, Come now, and within me a new heart create; To those who have sought Thee, Thou never saidst "No," Now wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. [Refrain] Topics: The Christian Life Hope and Aspiration; Confession Languages: English Tune Title: FISCHER