November 8th Reflection by Bill Lynch

Love Divine, All Loves Excelling

Love divine, all loves excelling,
joy of heaven, to earth come down,
fix in us thy humble dwelling,
all thy faithful mercies crown.
Jesus, thou art all compassion,
pure, unbounded love thou art;
visit us with thy salvation,
enter every trembling heart.

Come, almighty to deliver,
let us all thy life receive;
suddenly return, and never,
nevermore thy temples leave.
Thee we would be always blessing,
serve thee as thy hosts above,
pray, and praise thee without ceasing,
glory in thy perfect love.

Finish then thy new creation;
pure and spotless let us be;
let us see thy great salvation
perfectly restored in thee:
changed from glory into glory,
till in heaven we take our place,
till we cast our crowns before thee,
lost in wonder, love, and praise.

Words: Charles Wesley, 1747

Hymn by Bill Lynch

Jesus Christ you are my Savior,
let me see you face to face.
Hear me sing of your favor,
as I enter into this place.
You are all I need to live for,
as I follow in your love.
May I show love to all neighbors,
as I live life in your love.

Prayer
Lord Jesus, I love you. Teach me the love you have for me and all people that I may give of myself as you gave yourself for me... today... tomorrow... and forever. --- Amen