Jesus, Thou Joy of loving hearts (Alternate Tune)

1
Jesus, Thou Joy of loving hearts,
Thou Fount of life, Thou Light of men,
From the best bliss that earth imparts,
We turn unfilled to Thee again.
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Thy truth unchanged hath ever stood;
Thou savest those that on Thee call;
To them that seek Thee, Thou art good,
To them that find Thee, all in all!
3
We taste Thee, O Thou living Bread,
And long to feast upon Thee still;
We drink of Thee, the Fountain-head,
And thirst our souls from Thee to fill!
4
Our restless spirits yearn for Thee,
Where'er our changeful lot is cast;
Glad when Thy gracious smile we see,
Blest, when our faith can hold Thee fast.
5
O Lord, be Thou our strength and stay!
Make all our moments calm and bright,
Chase all dark thoughts of sin away,
Shed o'er us here Thy holy light.
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David Stuart

Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

The author, Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153) shows by verse 2 of this hymn that the truth is indeed unchanging, always has been and always will be. Jesus Christ, the same, yesterday and forever. Praise Him!