Welcome, sacred day of rest!
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Welcome, sacred day of rest!Sweet repose from worldly care,Day above all days the best,When our souls for heaven prepare.
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Gracious Lord, we love this day,When we hear thy holy word;When we sing thy praise, and pray;Earth can no such joys afford.
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But a better rest remains,—Heavenly Sabbaths, happier days,Rest from sin, and rest from pains,Endless joys, and endless praise.