Verse 1

I love Thy kingdom, Lord, The place of Thine abode, The church our blest Redeemer saved With His own precious blood.

Verse 2

I love Thy church, O God; Her walls before Thee stand, Dear as the apple of Thine eye, And graven on Thy hand.

Verse 3

For her my tears shall fall; For her my prayers ascend; To her my cares and toils be giv'n, Till toils and cares shall end.

Verse 4

Beyond my highest joy I prize her heav'nly ways, Her sweet communion, solemn vows, Her hymns of love and praise.

Verse 5

Sure as Thy truth shall last, To Zion shall be giv'n The brightest glories earth can yield, And brighter bliss of Heav'n.

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