657 - O God, From Whom Mankind
O God from whom mankind derives
its
name;
Whose
covenant of grace remains the same
Be
with these two who before You wait;
Enlarge
the love they come to consecrate.
2
May
through their union other lives
be
blessed;
Their
door be wide to strange and to guest,
Give
them the understanding that
is
kind,
Grant
them the blessing of an open mind.
3
Preserve
their days from inwardness
of
heart;
To
each the gift of truthful speech impart.
Their
bond be strong against all strain and strife
Amid
the changes of this earthly life.
4
From
stage to stage on life’s unfolding way
Bring
to their mind the vows they make this day,
Your
Spirit be their Guide in every move,
Their
faith in Christ the basis of their love.
