1 Stupendous was the love
Of God’s eternal Son,
Who left the blissful scenes above,
And His imperial throne.

2 He waded through a sea
Of overwhelming wrath,
That wretched sinners, such as we,
Might be redeemed from death.

3 Expiring on the cross,
He Satan’s empire broke;
Surprise and horror seized His foes,
And hell’s foundation shook.

4 From Him we grace receive,
In Him all good possess;
And those who on His word believe,
Shall reign with Him in bliss.

5 Hosanna to His name,
Let heav’nly hosts adore;
But saints, with pure seraphic flame,
Should love and praise Him more.