In the silent stillness lay
A broken man devoid of life
Existence lived on weary roads
Running from the constant strife
And emptiness of sin
Yet amongst the cold dark ash
There a gift, a spark is given
Hope springs fresh from Holy Hands
Pierced by nail, whose side was riven
By a cruel Roman spear
Rise up Oh Man in gratitude
Live thy life with Fortitude
Love the man who bore thy cross
And turned to silver life from dross
In the silent stillness lay
The peace of God in humble hearts
Dependant on a God of love
We cry with joy, "How Great Thou Art"
Oh precious God and King
Life afresh to live in peace
To fellowship with brethren
Let us worship now the King
Let praises rise into heaven
Where Jesus sits on high
Rise up Oh Man in gratitude
Live thy life with Fortitude
Love the man who bore thy cross
And turned to silver life from dross