Author: John Newton Hymnal: The Cyber Hymnal #13074 Meter: 8.6.8.6 Lyrics: 1 See, when a black o’erspreading cloud
[Originally, When a black overspreading cloud]
Has darkened all the air;
And peals of thunder roaring loud
Proclaim the tempest near.
2 Then guilt and fear, the fruits of sin,
The sinner oft pursue;
A louder storm is heard within,
And conscience thunders too.
3 The law a fiery language speaks,
His danger he perceives;
Like Satan, who his ruin seeks,
He trembles and believes.
4 But when the sky serene appears,
And thunders roll no more;
He soon forgets his vows and fears,
Just as he did before.
5 But whither shall the sinner flee,
When nature’s mighty frame,
The ponderous earth, and air, and sea,
Shall all dissolve in flame?
6 Amazing day! it comes apace!
The Judge is hasting down!
Will sinners bear to see His face,
Or stand before His frown?
7 Lord, let Thy mercy find a way
To touch each stubborn heart
That they may never hear Thee say,
"Ye cursed ones, depart."
8 Believers, you may well rejoice!
The thunder’s loudest strains
Should be to you a welcome voice,
That tells you, "JESUS REIGNS!" Languages: English Tune Title: BURFORD
See, when a black o’erspreading cloud