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King of Glory

Christ, the newborn King of Glory, 
Born in a stable, bound for the throne,
Come and worship, come and adore the 
Almighty Rock, the cornerstone.
	Lift your hands to Him in worship; lift your voice to Him and sing, 
	"Hosanna in the highest, Hosanna to the King!"

Christ, the living King of Glory, 
Never changing, ever the same,
Yesterday, today, and forever, 
Constant love, unchanging name.
	Lift your hands to Him in worship; lift your voice to Him and sing, 
	"Hosanna in the highest, Hosanna to the King!"

Christ, the risen King of Glory; 
Saints acclaim him, angels sing,
Where, O grave is now thy vict'ry, 
Where, O death is now thy sting?
	Lift your hands to Him in worship; lift your voice to Him and sing, 
	"Hosanna in the highest, Hosanna to the King!"

Christ, the coming King  of Glory, 
Gone to prepare a place for his own,
All creation bows before the 
Unblemished Lamb upon His throne.
	Lift your hands to Him in worship; lift your voice to Him and sing, 
	"Hosanna in the highest, Hosanna to the King!"

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Reneice Mowatt September 2, 2020 at 2:53 PM Wow, John!This poem was beautifully penned. It sounds as though it would make a lovely Hymn. Great expression of adoration to our King! John Watt September 2, 2020 at 4:04 PM Thank you so much, Reneice! Since you mentioned it, it is a hymn we sing at my church 2 or 3 times a year. Appreciate your lovely comment.

Kim Rodrigues July 2, 2020 at 1:39 PM Definitely one of the better Christian poems I’ve read. I appreciate your thought, rhythm, refrain. I have a hard time writing what is greatest in my heart...getting all choked up. John Watt July 2, 2020 at 8:17 PM Kim, I appreciate the very kind and humbling words. Sometimes our task is to write, sometimes it is to encourage others to write. Both glorify God. You are an encouragement to me and many others here at Soup. Thank you ~ John

Sam Kauffman July 1, 2020 at 11:30 PM Beautiful lyrics, John. Are you putting this wonderful gem to music? It would be incredible. Congratulations on your first place win with this hymn of praise composed like a Psalm. Blessings dear frined! John Watt July 2, 2020 at 1:10 AM Sam, see my email. Thanks for your wonderful comment, you are such a blessing, my friend!

Andrea Dietrich July 1, 2020 at 10:52 PM I think I saw earlier this one got a great placement in the contest. If so, Congratulations. Very well deserved, my friend. I have tried to catch up here because I'm way behind in so many things and tomorrow will be with a dear friend. Friday will see my Mom and no time to even clean house! It was Joe's Bday today, sO I wonder if he woke up from his evening nap. He will be wondering where I went and wanting his birthday cake!! John Watt July 2, 2020 at 8:18 PM Thanks for the congrats, Andrea. I hope you have a great time with your dear friend, and celebrating your husband's birthday.

William Kelii Kekaula July 1, 2020 at 10:49 PM Early memories of one of many composed hymns by mom, --an admirable lyric truly, and my compliments on a well-earned 1st Place win, Kudos! -- Aloha~@William John Watt July 2, 2020 at 8:19 PM Glad I could bring you memories of your mom's compositions, what a legacy for you to continue! Thanks for the congrats, much appreciated!

Joanna Daniel June 30, 2020 at 6:28 AM An astounding lyric, John, to the Living King Almighty:) John Watt June 30, 2020 at 5:08 PM Thank you very much, Jo, for your friendly read and generous comment. God bless you today ~ John

Caren Krutsinger June 30, 2020 at 12:46 AM Gorgeously penned in tribute to the most high and your faith. John Watt June 30, 2020 at 12:48 AM Thank you Caren, always kind with your words. Be well, my friend ~ John