The Baptism of Christ

DOWN to the sacred wave The Lord of Life was led; And he who came our souls to save In Jordan bowed his head.

He taught the solemn way; He fixed the holy rite; He bade his ransomed ones obey, And keep the path of light.

Blest Savior, we will tread In thy appointed way; Let glory o'er these scenes be shed, And smile on us to-day.