Dearest Jesus, at Your Word - Choral Practice Male Quartet

This a traditional Lutheran Christian Hymn sung as a four-part acappella male choir arrangement. Gathering songs are songs we usually sing at the beginning of the service during the procession of the cross. From the first church meetings of ancient times in secret rooms, to the proud celebrations in modern cathedrals, Christians know that something special happens where two or more are gathered. Use this music for sight reading practice, hymn sings, easy listening, sheet music for accompaniment, worship services, choir practice, church events, and religious sacred music study! The hymns were composed and lyricized by masters much more skilled than myself, but it is my voice on all vocal parts. My hope is that the accessibility of these traditional hymns will bring you enjoyment, inspiration, and also arm you with a practical resource in your musical journey. S. D. G.!
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Text: Tobias Clausnitzer, 1619-1684, sts. 1-3; Gesangbuch, Berlin, 1707, st. 4; tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1827-1878, adapt.
Music: Johann R. Ahle, 1625-1673
Tune: Liebster Jesu, Wir sind hier
Category: Gathering
LYRICS:
Dearest Jesus, at your word
We have come again to hear you
Let our thoughts and hearts be stirred
And in glowing faith be near you
As the promises here given
Draw us wholly up to heaven
All our knowledge, sense, and sight
Lie in deepest darkness shrouded
Till your Spirit breaks the night
Filling us with light unclouded
All good thoughts and all good living
Come but by your gracious giving
Radiance of God's glory bright
Light of Light from God proceeding
Jesus, send your blessed light
Help our hearing, speaking, heeding
That our prayers and songs may please you
As with grateful hearts we praise you
Father, Son, and Holy Ghost
Praise to you and adoration!
Grant us what we need the most
All your gospel's consolation
While we here on earth await you
Till in heav'n with praise we greet you