BIRTHDAY VERSES

(For Julian)

Extol the Name of Christ the Lord

In whom true life begins

The One who bore God’s judgement-stroke

And took away our sins.

Explain what He has done for you

To those who do not know

That they may find His blessings, too,

And with you learn and grow.

Exploit the blessing He provides

And seek to understand;

And as His Spirit helps and leads

Enjoy His heavenly land.

Exhibit features of His grace

Wherever you may go

Till features of your heavenly place

Shine while you are below.

Exhort His people to delight

In what the Father gives

As one who walks in paths of light

Who comforts and forgives.

Exalt the Lamb and sing His praise,

Rejoice in Him each day;

Pay heed to Him in all your ways,

Wait for Him, watch, and pray.