The Father, from eternity,
Choose us, O Jesus Christ, in Thee,
In Thee, His well-beloved:
And we, as given to Thee--Thy bride,
In Thee, Lord Jesus, can confide:
Thy love remains unmove`d.
From Thee daily
Strength receiving--to Thee cleaving,
Blessed Jesus !
May we all shew forth Thy praises.

Before the world we'd make our boast,
That Thou, in whom is all our trust,
Art Lord of life and glory;
And soon Thou'lt bring us to that place
Where we shall see Thee face to face,
And, glorified, adore Thee.
Amen !--Be then
Praise and blessing--never ceasing
To Thee given
Here, and when we come to heaven.

P.M.                     Nicolai, 1598