1 I love thy kingdom, Lord, the house of thine abode, the church our blest Redeemer saved with his own precious blood. 2 I love thy church, O God: her walls before thee stand, dear as the apple of thine eye and graven on thy hand. 3 For her my tears shall fall, for her my prayers ascend; to her my cares and toils be given, 'til toils and cares shall end. 4 Beyond my highest joy I prize her heavenly ways, her sweet communion, solemn vows, her hymns of love and praise. 5 Jesus, thou Friend divine, our Savior and our King, thy hand from every snare and foe shall great deliverance bring. 6 Sure as thy truth shall last, to Zion shall be given the brightest glories earth can yield, and brighter bliss of heaven.