Christ, the Savior, Born.

HAIL, thou long-expected Jesus! Born to set thy people free; From our sins and fears release us, Let us find our rest in thee. Israel's strength and consolation, Hope of all the saints, thou art; Long-desired of every nation, Joy of every waiting heart.

Born, thy people to deliver,— Born a child, and yet a King,— Born to reign in us forever,— Now thy gracious kingdom bring.

By thine own eternal Spirit, Rule in all our hearts alone; By thine all-sufficient merit, Raise us to thy glorious throne.