Give thanks unto God who is able and willing To save to the uttermost all who draw near ; To send out His light, their redemption fulfilling, While His wonderful love shall dispel every fear.
Arise ! . . arise ! . . Arise, for thy light is come. Arise ! . . arise ! . . Arise, for thy light is come !' The light ... of truth . . to lead . . . thee home ; . . Arise ! oh, arise ! for thy light is come !
2. Sweet hope in the home of the drunkard hath risen, Where the darkness of sorrow too long held its reign ; He hath cast off his fetters, and burst from his prison, And the sunshine of joy fills his heart once again.
3. Then banish the wine-cup, and seek for a blessing From Him in whose might you alone can prevail : For they who will seek Him, their weakness confessing, Shall have strength to resist all the foes who assail.