Author: Christopher Drinkut
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Christ Jesus lay in death’s strong bands
Hymn: Christ Jesus lay in death’s strong bands,For our offenses given;But now at God’s right hand He stands,And brings us life from heaven.Therefore let us joyful beAnd sing to God right thankfullyLoud songs of alleluia!Alleluia! It was a strange and dreadful strifeWhen life and death contended;The victory remained with life,The reign of death was ended.Holy…
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Now rest beneath night’s shadow
Hymn: Now rest beneath night’s shadowThe woodland, field, and meadow,The world in slumber lies;But you, my heart, awake thee,To prayer and song betake thee;Let praise to the Creator rise.Let praise to the Creator rise. Lord Jesus, You do love me,Oh, spread Your wings above meAnd shield me from alarm!Though Satan would devour me,Let angel-guards sing…
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Now the day is over
Hymn: Now the day is over,Night is drawing nigh,Shadows of the eveningSteal across the sky. Jesus, give the wearyCalm and sweet repose;With Thy tenderest blessingMay our eyelids close. Comfort every suffererWatching late in pain;Those who plan some evilFrom their sins restrain. When the morning wakens,Then may I arisePure, and fresh, and sinlessIn Your holy eyes.…