Author: Thomas Cotterill, 1779-1823 Hymnal: African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal #193 (2011) Meter: 8.6.8.6 Hymnal Title: African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal Lyrics: 1 Eternal Spirit, God of truth,
Our contrite hearts inspire;
Revive the flame of heavenly love,
And feed the pure desire.
2 ’Tis Thine to soothe the sorrowing mind,
With guilt and fear oppressed;
’Tis Thine to bid the dying live,
And give the weary rest.
3 Subdue the power of every sin,
Whate’er that sin may be,
That we, with humble, holy heart,
May worship only Thee.
4 Then, with our spirits witness bear
That we are sons of God,
Redeemed from sin, from death, and hell,
Through Christ’s atoning Blood.
Amen. Topics: The Holy Spirit; Holy Spirit; Opening; Peace Scripture: Romans 8:11 Languages: English Tune Title: MAITLAND
Eternal Spirit, God of Truth