Long before the Lord

Long before the Lord

I wholeheartedly implored

Hoping I from sin would be set free.

Mercy He outpoured

And this answer did afford:

Spirit’s manifest in me.

Spirit’s manifest in me.

Bonds are broken! I’m set free!

He released my soul from sin;

All my being praises Him:

Spirit’s manifest in me.

Weak for years and maimed

Useless vessel I remained;

Though within I knew I strong should be.

All at once

grace came;

And with joy I now proclaim:

Spirit’s manifest in me!

Of the Spirit’s might

I can testify aright

For He’s caused my heart enlarged to be.

I’ve been freed from pride

From sin’s habits purified:

Spirit’s manifest in me.

Now I’ve certainty

I the face of God can see;

Fully cleansed

I’m shining radiantly.

In my spirit

He’s

All-sufficient grace to me:

Spirit’s manifest in me.