1. Come, O long expected Jesus
Hymn 54
Come, O long expected Jesus

2. 1
Come, O long expected Jesus,
born to set your people free;
from our fears and sins release us,
Lord, in you our rest shall be.

3. 2
Israel’s strength and consolation,
hope to all the earth impart;
dear desire of every nation,
joy of every longing heart.

4. 3
Born your people to deliver,
born a child, and yet a King;
born to reign in us for ever;
now your gracious kingdom bring.

5. By your own eternal Spirit rule in all our hearts alone; 4
By your own eternal Spirit
rule in all our hearts alone;
let us all your grace inherit,
raise us to your glorious home.
Charles Wesley