583 ~ You That Know the Lord
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You that know the Lord is gracious, You for whom cornerstone Stands, of God, elect and precious, Laid that you may build thereon, See that on that sure foundation You a living temple raise. Towers that may tell forth salvation Walls that may re-echo praise.
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Living stones by God appointed Each to his alotted place, Kings and priests, by God anointed, Shall you not declare His grace? You a royal generation Tell the tidings of your birth, Tidings of a new creation To an old and weary earth.
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Tell the praise of Him who called you Out of darkness into light, Broke the fetters that enthralled you, Gave you freedom, peace, and sight: Tell the tale of sins forgiven Strength renewed and hope restored. Till the earth, in tune with heaven, Praise and magnify the Lord.