1 The plan of God is sure,
eternal in its scope.
It offers to the human race
its one enduring hope.

2 The truth of God breaks through,
revealing to the wise
his saving purposes, long hid
from unbelieving eyes.

3 The Son of God on earth,
child of the virgin’s womb,
he lived and died, the perfect man,
resurgent from the tomb.

4 The church of God includes
the faithful in all lands;
both young and old, both rich and poor,
secure in God’s good hands.

5 The reign of God is near,
peaceful and just its goal.
As Father, Son and Spirit rule
a universe made whole.

Michael Saward

© Michael Saward / Jubilate Hymns

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