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 119. Second Part. (C. M.) Secret Devotion and Spiritual-mindedness; or, constant Converse with God.
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To thee, before the dawning light,My gracious God, I pray;
I meditate thy name by night,
And keep thy law by day.
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My spirit faints to see thy grace,Thy promise bears me up;
And while salvation long delays,
Thy word supports my hope.
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Seven times a day I lift my hands,And pay my thanks to thee;
Thy righteous providence demands
Repeated praise from me.
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When midnight darkness veils the skies,I call thy works to mind;
My thoughts in warm devotion rise,
And sweet acceptance find.
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