O, the Love of Christ

by Ralph I. Tilley

"May you experience the love of Christ,
though it is so great you will never fully understand it."
— Ephesians 3:19, NLT

Oh, the very love of Christ
In my heart is shed abroad—
Filling each void and closet,
Making music to my God.

Oh, Christ’s all-consuming love
Renews me in God’s image—
Sanctifying all it fills
As I gaze on His visage.

Oh, amazing love of Christ
I would know in its fullness:
Its depth and breadth, length and height,
Its mercy and forgiveness.

Oh, the selfless love of Christ
Penetrates springs of action—
Shaping the innermost self
Until there’s Christlike motion.

Oh, to know more of Christ’s love,
My heart yearns with great passion;
May this be my constant prayer,
Controlling my volition.