In Melody and Songs ‎#75

75. How shall the young secure their hearts

How shall the young secure their hearts,
and guard their lives from sin?
Your word the choicest rules imparts,
to keep the conscience clean.

It’s like the sun, a heavenly light,
that guides us all the day;
and through the dangers of the night,
a lamp to lead our way.

The ones who keep your law with care,
and meditate your word,
grow wiser than their teachers are,
and better know you, Lord.

Your word is everlasting truth,
how pure is every page!
Your holy book shall guide our youth,
and well support our age.

Text Information

• First Line: How shall the young secure their hearts
• Author: Isaac Watts (1719, alt. 2013)
• Meter: CM
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2014
• Scripture:
  Psalm 119:9
  ;
  Psalm 119:99-100
  ;
  Psalm 119:105
  ;
  Psalm 119:130
• Source: Psalm 119, 4th Part, alt.

Tune Information

• Name: BENOIT
• Composer: Robert J. Powell (2013)
• Meter: CM
• Key: G Major
• Copyright: © 2013 Darcey Press