NOW may the Gospel’s conquering power Be felt by all assembled here; So shall this prove a joyful hour, And God’s own arm of strength appear.
Lord! let Thy mighty voice be heard; Speak through the Word, and speak with power; So shall Thy glorious name be feared By those who never feared before.
O pity those who sleep in sin, Preserve them from the sinner’s doom; Show them the kingdom, draw them in, And save them from the wrath to come.
So shall Thy people joyful be, And angels shall more loudly sing, And both ascribe the praise to Thee, To Thee, the everlasting King!
Thomas Kelly, 1769-1855