The Celebration Hymnal

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Of the Father's Love Begotten

1 Of the Father's love begotten,  
Ere the worlds began to be,  
He is Alpha and Omega,  
He the Source, the Ending He  
Of all things that are, that have been,  
And that future years shall see,  
Evermore and evermore.  

2 O ye heights of heav'n, adore Him;  
Angel hosts, His praises sing;  
Pow'rs, dominions, bow before Him  
And extol our God and King;  
Let no tongue on earth be silent;  
Every voice in concert ring,  
Evermore and evermore.  

3 Christ, to Thee with God the Father,  
And, O Holy Ghost, to Thee,  
Hymn and chant and high thanksgiving,  
And unwearied praises be:  
Honor, glory, and dominion  
And eternal victory,  
Evermore and evermore. Amen

WORDS: Aurelius C. Prudentius, 4th century
Theme: The life of Christ: Advent; Christ: Advent