Book of Worship (Rev. ed.) ‎#24

24. Away from ev'ry mortal care

1 Away from ev'ry mortal care,
Away from earth, our souls retreat;
We leave this worthless world afar,
And wait and worship near Thy seat.

2 Lord, in the temples of Thy grace,
We bow before Thee and adore;
We view the glories of Thy face,
And learn the wonders of Thy power.

3 Whilst here our various wants we mourn,
United prayers ascend on high;
And faith expects a sure return
From Him who hears our feeble cry.

4 Father! my soul would here abide;
Or, if my feet must hence depart,
Still keep me, Father, near Thy side,
Still keep Thy dwelling in my heart.

Text Information

• First Line: Away from ev'ry mortal care
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1870
• Topic: Praise: hymns of genearl praise; Worship: hymns of opening
• Notes: Author from index: Watts

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