It is a hymn of consecration , celebrating the historical resilience of faith despite persecution and "dungeon, fire, and sword".
In the Episcopal Church's The Hymnal 1982 , #304 is " I Come with Joy to Meet My Lord ". hmn-304.mp4
The lyrics were written by Frederick W. Faber in 1849, with the familiar "St. Catherine" tune composed by Henry F. Hemy. 3. "I Come with Joy to Meet My Lord" (The Hymnal 1982) It is a hymn of consecration , celebrating
The first verse is from a child's perspective asking for guidance; the second is from a leader or parent promising to walk together; the final verse is a collective thanks to the Heavenly Father. It is a hymn of consecration