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Verse 1
I love Thy kingdom, Lord, The house of Thine abode; The church our blest Redeemer saved With His own precious blood; I love Thy church, O God! Her walls before Thee stand, Dear as the apple of Thine eye, And graven on Thy hand.
Verse 2
For her my tears shall fall, For her my prayers ascend; To her my cries and toils be giv'n, Till toils and cares shall end; Beyond my highest joy I prize her heav'nly ways, Her sweet communion, solemn vows, Her hymns of love and praise.
Verse 3
Jesus, Thou Friend divine, Our Savior and our King! Thy hand from ev'ry snare and foe Shall great deliv'rance bring; Sure as Thy truth shall last, To Zion shall be giv'n The brightest glories earth can yield, And brightest bliss of Heav'n.
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| Hymnal | # | Hymn Title | Key / Meter / Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| eChoice | 21760 |
I LOVE THY KINGDOM, LORD
|
G • 4/4 |
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