Spurgeon and the Trinity Hymnal

I recently learned that the Trinity Hymnal includes a Hymn (# 427) written by C.H. Spurgeon. What a wonderful discovery!  The experiential Christo-centricity that one would expect to find in a Spurgeon sermon is clearly evident in this hymn. It is a perfect complement to the celebration of the Lord’s Supper. May you be blessed in your meditation of these lofty truths!

Amidst us our Belovèd stands,
And bids us view His piercèd hands;
Points to the wounded feet and side,
Blest emblems of the Crucified.

What food luxurious loads the board,
When at His table sits the Lord!
The wine how rich, the bread how sweet,
When Jesus deigns the guests to meet!

If now, with eyes defiled and dim,
We see the signs, but see not Him;
O may His love the scales displace,
And bid us see Him face to face!

O glorious Bridegroom of our hearts,
Your present smile a heav’n imparts!
O lift the veil, if veil there be,
Let every saint Your glory see!