The Advent of Our King

1.

The advent of our King

Our thoughts must now employ;

Then let us meet him on the road

With songs of holy joy.

2.

The coeternal Son

A maiden’s offspring see;

A servant’s form Christ putteth on,

To set his people free.

3.

Daughter of Sion rise

To greet thine infant King;

Nor let thy stubborn heart despise

The pardon he doth bring.

4.

In glory from his throne

Again will Christ descend,

And summon all who are his own

To joys that never end.

5.

Let deeds of darkness fly

Before the approaching morn,

For unto sin 'tis ours to die

And serve the Virgin born.

6.

Our joyful praises sing

To Christ, who set us free;

Like tribute to the Father bring,

And Holy Ghost, to thee.