Author: Charles Coffin (1676-1749); John Chandler (1806-1876) Hymnal: Ancient and Modern #46 (2013) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Topics: John the Baptist; Other Saints and Festivals The Birth of John the Baptist; Saints St John Baptist Lyrics: 1 On Jordan's bank the Baptist's cry
announces that the Lord is nigh;
awake and hearken, for he brings
glad tidings from the King of kings.
2 Then cleansed be every breast from sin;
make straight the way for God within;
prepare we in our hearts a home,
where such a mighty guest may come.
3 For thou art our salvation, Lord,
our refuge and our great reward;
without thy grace we waste away,
like flowers that wither and decay.
4 To heal the sick stretch out thine hand,
and bid the fallen sinner stand;
shine forth, and let thy light restore
earth's own true loveliness once more.
5 All praise, eternal Son, to thee
whose advent sets thy people free,
whom with the Father we adore,
and Holy Ghost for evermore. Scripture: Psalm 50:2 Languages: English Tune Title: WINCHESTER NEW
On Jordan's bank the Baptist's cry