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 123. (C. M.) Pleading with Submission.
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O thou whose grace and justice reignEnthron'd above the skies,
To thee our hearts would tell their pain,
To thee we lift our eyes.
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As servant's watch their masters hand,And fear the angry stroke;
Or maids before their mistress stand,
And wait a peaceful look;
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So for our sins we justly feelThy discipline, O God;
Yet wait the gracious moment still,
Till thou remove thy rod.
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Those that in wealth and pleasure liveOur daily groans deride,
And thy delays of mercy give
Fresh courage to their pride.
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Our foes insult us, but our hopeIn thy compassion lies;
This thought shall bear our spirits up,
That God will not despise.
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