THOU LIGHT SUPERNAL, COME (1997)

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Like shepherds in the field by night 

 we wait for break of day,

while shadows grow and in our souls 

 the sun seems far away.

The icy winds of winter blow 

 within us and without,

and darkness spreads to cover 

 all the landscape round about.

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By the Father's love begotten, 

 Thou Light Supernal, come!

Shine out anew, and let our hearts 

 become Thy earthly home.

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Hark now, what music do we hear 

 in darkness so profound?

What melody is this to which 

 the sky and sea resound?

‘Tis angel song, and fearfully 

 its beauty we adore:

A melody of joy descends 

 with Sunlight evermore.

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By the Father's love begotten...

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Celestial glory fills the earth, 

 and overhead the sky,

where stars beyond all numbering 

 send brightness in reply.

And lo! it comes, a star-field there 

 above the manger-stall,

where heaven and earth in wonder bow 

 before their All-in-All.

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By the Father's love begotten...

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What say you now, O kings of earth, 

 ye wise men from afar?

"O worship Him, for He is come, 

 and we have seen His star!"

Yes, worship Him, and let His star 

 its message true impart;

where shepherds kneel and angels sing 

 is deep within your heart.

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By the Father's love begotten...

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Amen, Amen.

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lyrics by Dr. Richard H. Overman

copyright © 1997 by Sunset Village Music