CXXXVII | Church Hymn Book#CXXXVIII | CXXXIX |
1 When we our gracious Lord entreat,
And on his word rely;
Tho' disappointments first we meet:
His grace is ever nigh.
2 Should he at first seem to refuse,
Yet he will grant relief;
Tho' he reproves and doth accuse
Our doubts and unbelief.
3 Our faith and patience must be tried,
To make us search the ground;
Although at first we are denied,
Yet sure relief is found.
4 Then shall we find his promise true,
Then will his pow'r be known,
And we shall know what Christ can do
When we find what is done.
5 That will produce that living faith,
That will effectual prove;
To ground our hope in life and death,
In Jesus and his love.
6 Now since I evidently see,
My Saviour's grace reveal'd--
I am assur'd he e'er will be,
My life, my guard and shield.
Text Information | |
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First Line: | When we our gracious Lord entreat |
Meter: | C. M. |
Language: | English |
Publication Date: | 1816 |
Scripture: | ; |
Topic: | 21st Sunday after Trinity |