Verse 1

JESU, the word bestow, The true immortal seed ; Thy gospel then shall greatly grow, And all our land o’erspread;

Verse 2

Through earth extended wide Shall mightily prevail, Destroy the works of self and pride, And shake the gates of hell.

Verse 3

Its energy exert In the believing soul; Diffuse Thy grace through every part, And sanctify the whole;

Verse 4

Its utmost virtue show In pure consummate love, And fill with- all Thy life below, And give us Thrones above. Amen.

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