Charles Wesley V1 V2 V3 [V1] Come, thou long expected Jesus, born to set thy people free; from our fears and sins release us, let us find our rest in thee. Israel's strength and consolation, hope of all the earth thou art; dear desire of every nation, joy of every longing heart. [V2] Born thy people to deliver, born a child and yet a King, born to reign in us forever, now thy gracious kingdom bring. By thine own eternal spirit rule in all our hearts alone; by thine all sufficient merit, raise us to thy glorious throne. [V3] Come to earth to taste our sadness, He whose glories knew no end; By His life He brings us gladness, Our redeemer, Shepherd, Friend Leaving riches without number, Born within a cattle stall; This the everlasting wonder, Christ was born the Lord of all!