2Give tongues of fire and hearts of love,

To preach the reconciling word;

Give power and unction from above,

Where'er the joyful sound is heard.

3Be darkness, at thy coming, light;

Confusion, order, in thy path;

Souls without strength inspire with might;

Bid mercy triumph over wrath.

4Convert the nations; far and nigh

The triumphs of the cross record;