The Hartford Selection of Hymns ‎#CCXC

CCXC. Old things are passed away

1 Let carnal minds the world pursue,
It has no charms for me;
Once I admir'd its trifle too,
But grace has set me free.

2 Its pleasures now no longer please,
No more content afford;
Far from my heart be joys like these,
Now I have seen the Lord.

3 As by the light of opening day,
The stars are all conceal'd;
So earthly pleasures fade away,
When Jesus is reveal'd.

4 Creatures no more divide my choice,
I bid them all depart;
His name, and love, and gracious voice,
Have fix'd my roving heart.

5 Now, Lord, I would be thine alone,
And wholly live to thee;
But may I hope that thou wilt own
A worthless worm like me?

6 Yes, though of sinners I'm the worst,
I cannot doubt thy will;
For if thou hadst not lov'd me first,
I had refus'd thee still.

Text Information

• First Line: Let carnal minds the world pursue
• Title: Old things are passed away
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1799
• Topic: Creation: Old and new; Regeneration

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