Verse 1
Jesus, Lord, in pity hear us,
O return, while we mourn,
By thy Spirit chear us.
Verse 2
Swallow’d up in sin and sadness
O relieve us that grieve,
Turn our grief to gladness.
Verse 3
Send the Comforter to raise us,
Let us see God in thee
Merciful and gracious.
Verse 4
Him the purchase of thy passion
O impart, cleanse our heart
By his inspiration.
Verse 5
By the earnest of thy Spirit
Let us know heaven below,
Heaven above inherit.
Verse 6
Perfect when we walk before thee,
Fill’d with love then remove
To our thrones of glory.