Hymnal: A Collection of Hymns and Prayers, for Public and Private Worship #207 (1845) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Hymnal Title: A Collection of Hymns and Prayers, for Public and Private Worship First Line: 'Twas by an order from the Lord Lyrics: 1 'Twas by an order from the Lord,
The ancient prophets spoke his word;
His Spirit did their tongues inspire,
And warm'd their hearts with heav'nly fire.
2 The works and wonders which they wrought
Confirm'd the messages they brought:
The prophet's pen succeeds his breath,
To save the holy words from death.
3 Great God! mine eyes with pleasure look
On the dear volume of thy book;
There my Redeemer's face I see,
And read his name who died for me.
4 Let the false raptures of the mind
Be lost, and vanish in the wind;
Here I can fix my hope secure:
This is thy word, and must endure. Topics: Means of Grace The Word of God Languages: English
The Scriptures inspired