Hymn 104 — We wait for Thee, O Son of God,
| 104 | P. F. HILLER (1699-1769) from German | 8.7.8.7.8.7.7. |
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We wait for Thee, O Son of God, And long for Thine appearing; "A little while" -- Thou'lt come, O Lord, Thy waiting people cheering. Thus hast Thou said; we lift the head In joyful expectation, For Thou wilt bring salvation. | |
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We wait for Thee, content to share In patience, days of trial; So meekly Thou the cross didst bear, Our sin, reproach, denial. How should we not receive with Thee The cup of shame and sorrow, Until the promised morrow? | |
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We wait for Thee, for Thou, e'en here, Hast won our hearts' affection; In spirit still we find Thee near, Our solace and protection. In cloudless light and glory bright, We in the air shall meet Thee, And thus with joy shall greet Thee. | |
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We wait for Thee -- Thou wilt arise, Whilst hope her watch is keeping; Forgotten then in glad surprise Shall be our years of weeping. Our hearts beat high, the dawn is nigh That ends our pilgrim story In Thine eternal glory. | |