Song For Baptism

Into the water now I go to die
That I may live again
Live now O Christ for me, and no more I
Glory, I am born again

To your Holy Spirit I yield my life
Yield it again for me
By grace alone I win in all my strife
Thanks, O Lord you ransomed me

Under the water I take your image now
Day by day led by you
Your sweet covenant and law becomes my vow
Pray for me, Lord, keep me true.

By faith alone my flesh shall die in grace
O Christ, now cover me
Make me a witness in thy full embrace
Hosannah, you ransomed me.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010



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Date: 4/2/2011 1:26:00 PM
This would be a beautiful hymn or prayer at any baptisimal ceremony, L'nass. A powerful piece, which I am grateful to you for sharing! Best to you! Mikki
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Date: 1/1/2011 5:08:00 AM
Nice lyrical quality each quatrain a gem of inspirational message. enjoyed it, L'nass. Happy New Year
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Date: 1/1/2011 1:42:00 AM
Gosh, I never knew how good you were at these lyrical Gospel poems. They are like hyms. You have a great spirit. My last poems to see tonight. God bless you in the New Year. LUv, Andrea
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