We come to you, the crucified

(CASTLE HEDINGHAM)

A hymn for the church

1 We come to you, the crucified,

because you gave your life away

to save us from deceit and pride

and set our feet on heaven's way.

And in our hearts you place a joy

which nothing, no-one can destroy.

2 We worship you, our mighty King,

no longer victim on the cross -

you rose from death, removed its sting

and gained the victory for us,

receiving at your Father's word

the highest name, eternal Lord.

3 We call to you, our great High Priest,

for you ascended to his throne.

We grasp the hand which nails once pierced

and dare to make our pleadings known.

We only feebly voice our needs,

yet still your Spirit intercedes.

4 We're looking forward to the hour

when with your angels you will come,

in all your majesty and power,

and bring us safely to your home.

Lord Jesus, lift our spirits up

and fill the church you love with hope!
~~~

Tune: CASTLE HEDINGHAM

Metre: 8.8.8.8.8.8 Key: G

CCLI song number: 5356830

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Sources: Matthew 25:31, 34; John 10:11, 28; John 16:22; Romans 8:26-27; Romans 15:13; 1 Corinthians 15:55-57; Philippians 2:9-11; Hebrews 4:14-16
Themes: ascension of Jesus; church universal; crucifixion; hope; joy; praise; prayer; resurrection; second coming

When a local church met together, the minister loved to finish his prayers with “In the name of Jesus our crucified, risen, ascended and soon-coming King”. It was a signature creedal statement at the end of corporate prayer that focused everyone around the central facts on which the church worldwide is founded. This hymn hopefully reflects that fourfold affirmation, concluding with a prayer that Christ may renew our hope as we press on, assured that he will come again and settle us securely in his home. It is published on the Jubilate website, set to a different tune: We come to you, the crucified - Jubilate.

The tune on this page, CASTLE HEDINGHAM, had come to Gill Berry in her sleep when she was composing music for a text for the hymnbook “Praise!”. The melody stayed in my mind as I was writing this lyric. It can be found linked to no. 751 on the Praise website, where the sheet music is interlined with a hymn by Charles Wesley: Where shall my wondering soul begin | Praise!

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