SKU: GI.G-10336
UPC: 785147033615. English.
SKU: HL.1438562
ISBN 9798350123722. UPC: 196288204923. 6.75x10.5 inches. Isaiah 49:16, Luke 15:11-32.
Create a sacred space for reflection and contemplation with this anthem! A beloved theme establishes the spirit of humility and homecoming that is at the heart of this simple yet emotive lyric. A fragile piano support lends a delicate air, ideal for communion moments.
SKU: GI.G-10336G
English. Text by Carol Browning.
SKU: CR.984361
ISBN 9780758669032. 7 X 10.25 inches.
This text by Lisa M. Clark is set to a memorable tune and two-part mixed setting by Jonathan Kohrs. The text highlights the story of salvation, while carrying themes of outreach, the new creation, and the end times. The choral texture builds from start to finish and blossoms with a descant in the final stanza.
In paradise, You shared Your bestWith us, Your children dear.Your bounty, presence, work, and rest:Secure from guilt or fear. But we brought shame upon the landAnd disobeyed Your clear command.Oh, we will never understandThe darkness we brought near.
In exile, driven from Your face, We hid and worked in vain.We lost the children's honored placeAnd earned Your just disdain.But Jesus came to take our blameAnd took away our horrid shameAnd gave to us His holy name,That we may life regain.
In restoration, we are freeAnd welcomed home anew.You smile on us abundantlyAnd bless us through and through.But as we wait for that great day,When all dishonor melts away,Let us, Your own beloved, say:'Our Lord, we honor You!'
Text copyright © 2020 Concordia Publishing House.
