We Lay Down This Foundation, Lord

We lay down this foundation, Lord In Thy name, Our Lord Jesus Christ, We beseech Thee our dear Saviour Keep this holy place in Thy care.

And when these Thy people seek Thee, And sinners seek Thee in this house Hear, Almighty from heav'n above O Lord our God, forgive their sins.

When Thy ministers preach the Word The gospel of Jesus Thy Son, Almighty God, in Thy great name Wrought our wonderful miracles.

And when the little children sing Their hymns of praise unto their king Let angels join them in His praise And earth and heav'n lend their chorus.

Jehovah will Thou dwell with us In this our wicked, sinful world? Jesus Christ will Thou be our King? Holy Ghost will Thou find rest here?

May Thy glory never depart From this house that we are building, Make thy kingdom within our hearts And establish Thy throne within.