I would like to share with our anthem this week.
It is originally from 17th century chants and arranged by Lee Scott. The music is simple and beautifully arranged. Also, the text is wonderful.
Wishing you all singing with us in the Spirit!
"Gracious Spirit Dwell with me"
Gracious Spirit, Dwell with me, I would gracious be;
Help me now thy grace to see, I would be like thee;
And, with words that help and heal, thy life would mine reveal;
And, with actions bold and meek, For Christ, my Savior, speak.
Truthful Spirit, dwell with me, I would truthful be;
Help me now thy truth to see, I would be like thee;
And with wisdom kind and clear, thy life in mine appear;
And, with actions brotherly, Speak Christ's sincerity.
Holy Spirit, dwell with me, I would holy be;
Show thy mercy tenderly, Make me more like thee;
Separate from sin, I would And cherish all things good,
And whatever I can be Give him who gave me thee.
Mighty Spirit, dwell with me, I would mighty be;
Help me now thy power to see, I would be like thee;
Gainst all weapons hell can wield, be thou my strength and shield;
Let thy word my weapon be Lord, Thine the victory.
Gracious Spirit, dwell with me,
I would be like thee.