Psalter Hymnal (Red) ‎#3

3. O Wherefore Do the Nations Rage

1 O wherefore do the nations rage,
And kings and rulers strive in vain,
Against the Lord of earth and heaven
To overthrow Messiah's reign?

2 Their strength is weakness in the sight
Of Him who sits enthroned above;
He speaks, and judgments fall on them
Who tempt His wrath and scorn His love.

3 By God's decree His Son receives
The nations for His heritage;
The conquering Christ supreme shall reign
As King of kings, from age to age.

4 Be wise, ye rulers of the earth,
And serve the Lord with godly fear;
With reverent joy confess the Son
While yet in mercy He is near.

5 Delay not, lest His anger rise,
And ye should perish in your way;
Lo, all that put their trust in Him
Are blest indeed, and blest for aye.

Text Information

• First Line: O wherefore do the nations rage
• Title: O Wherefore Do the Nations Rage
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1934
• Scripture:
  Psalm 2
• Topic: Anointing Of Believers; Decrees of God; Faith; Invitation; Judgment; Christ as King; Kingdom of Christ; Nations; Punishment Of The Wicked; Rulers; Christ the Son of God; Wrath Of God

Tune Information

• Name: UXBRIDGE
• Composer: Lowell Mason (1830)
• Meter: L. M.
• Key: F Major or modal