diff --git a/writing/loose-every-bond-and-chain.md b/writing/loose-every-bond-and-chain.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..d0b7adb --- /dev/null +++ b/writing/loose-every-bond-and-chain.md @@ -0,0 +1,62 @@ +--- +title: Loose every bond and chain +description: A hymn inspired by a liberation theology-informed reading of the story of Lazarus being raised from the dead and the following events (John 11:17-12:7). +date: 2024-05-29 +author: Jennifer C J Radtke +--- + + + +# Loose every bond and chain + +Loose every bond and chain,
+you have been called by God
+Not to bring people out,
+but to let them go free
+The tears of Christ demand no less
+than love for all, as all are loved
+ +Loose every bond and chain,
+Weep with the ones who mourn
+Cherish all God has made
+Worth is in every soul
+Discrimination, hate and fear
+they have no place when God is near
+ +Loose every bond and chain,
+Stand with the dispossessed.
+Speak of God’s love for all,
+With every act and breath
+Wealth, dignity, your pride and claims:
+In worship lay before Your God
+ +Loose every bond and chain,
+God dwells in human hearts
+Notice the act of God
+In cultures far and near
+People of every rhyme and race
+Reflect the image of God’s face
+ +Loose every bond and chain
+Even my very own
+Yes, God is in my heart
+Sharing my work and rest
+Christ calls to all, free all to Christ
+Redeemer, Saviour, Word of life
+ +Metre: 66 66 88 – suggested tune “Little Cornard”, which can be found in Singing the Faith at 172 (Hills of the north, rejoice) + +A hymn inspired by a liberation theology-informed reading of the story of Lazarus being raised from the dead and the following events (John 11:17-12:7).