The Works of the Reverend and Learned Isaac Watts, D. D. Containing, besides his Sermons, and Essays on miscellaneous subjects, several additional pieces, Selected from his Manuscripts by the Rev. Dr. Jennings, and the Rev. Dr. Doddridge, in 1753: to which are prefixed, memoirs of the life of the author, compiled by the Rev. George Burder. In six volumes |
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PSALM 4. v. 3–5, 8, (C. M.) An Evening Psalm.
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PSALM 4. v. 3–5, 8, (C. M.) An Evening Psalm.
I
Lord, thou wilt hear me when I pray;I am for ever thine:
I fear before thee all the day,
Nor would I dare to sin.
II
And while I rest my weary headFrom cares and business free,
'Tis sweet conversing on my bed
With my own heart and thee.
III
I pay this evening sacrifice;And when my work is done,
Great God, my faith and hope relies
Upon thy grace alone.
IV
Thus with my thoughts compos'd to peace,I'll give mine eyes to sleep;
Thy hand in safety keeps my days,
And will my slumbers keep.
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