Cast the Crowns

"Thou that dwellest between the cherubim, shine forth… and we shall be saved" (Psalm 80:1,19).  "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the Holy is understanding… but if thou scornest, thou alone shalt bear it" (Proverbs 9:10,12).  "Make the careless…  afraid… for, lo, it cometh" (Ezekiel 30:9).  "[They] give glory and honor and thanks to Him…  and cast their crowns before the throne, saying, Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honor and power" (Revelation 4:9-11). 

The Lord who dwells in heaven's splendor

Between the cherubim has shined. 

He came to earth as our Defender,

Whom sinners yet may seek and find. 

This sinful world may go on scorning,

In spite of all the Lord makes known,

But those who will not heed His warning

Shall bear their judgment all alone. 

The careless ought to be afraid

Of wrath to come, and seek God's face.

Give thanks to Jesus Christ who made

Himself to be our Hiding Place! 

Soon at Your feet we'll cast the crowns

For faithfulness that You award,

As grateful praise and worship drowns

All other glory but Yours, Lord!