My Heart Is Stirred

My heart is stirred—a noble theme—
    as I recount the praise of Him,
    Of Him who is most excellent!
Let words flow out in constant stream.

Gird on Your sword, O mighty King;
    now clothe Yourself with splendor,
    with majesty and lips of grace.
Your praises shall Your people sing!

In majesty the King shall ride
    victorious in His cause of truth,
    His cause of meekness and of right—
Most awesome deeds attend His side.

Now hearken, daughter, caref'lly heed:
    Be enthralled by all your King is;
    Let Him joy in all your beauty;
He is your Liege, your Lord indeed.

The princess is all glorious
    her clothing golden beauty;
    she shall be brought unto the King,
rejoicing and victorious.
                                 D. Benning ©2016

    This poem has been set to music. 
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