1 Blest be the tie that binds our hearts in Christian love; the fellowship of kindred minds is like to that above. 2 Before our Father's throne we pour our ardent prayers; our fears, our hopes, our aims are one, our comforts and our cares. 3 When for awhile we part, This thought will soothe our pain, That we shall still be joined in heart, And one day meet again. 4 This glorious hope review, Our courage by the way; While each in expectation lives, And longs to see the day, 5 When from all toil and pain, And sin we shall be free, And perfect love and friendship reign, Through all eternity.