Blessed be the God of Israel

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1
Blessed be the God of Israel, 
who comes to set us free, 
who visits and redeems us, 
and grants us liberty! 
The prophets spoke of mercy, 
of freedom and release; 
God shall fulfill the promise t
o bring our people peace. 

2
Now from the house of David 
a child of grace is given, 
a Savior comes among us 
to raise us up to heaven. 
Before him goes the herald, 
forerunner in the way, 
the prophet of salvation, 
the harbinger of day. 

3
On prisoners of darkness 
the sun begins to rise, 
the dawning of forgiveness 
upon the sinner's eyes, 
to guide the feet of pilgrims 
along the paths of peace. 
O bless our God and Savior 
with songs that never cease!

#174 in Hymnal: A Worship Book

Words:  based on Luke 1:68-79, Michael Perry, Psalm Praise
                   Text copyright © 1973 Hope Publishing Co.
   Tune:  George J. Webb, 1830, The Odeon, 1837

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