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 125. (S. M.) The Saints Trial and Safety; or, moderated Afflictions.
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PSALM 125. (S. M.) The Saints Trial and Safety; or, moderated Afflictions.
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Firm and unmov'd are theyThat rest their souls on God;
Firm as the mount where David dwelt,
Or where the ark abode.
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As mountains stood to guardThe city's sacred ground,
So God and his almighty love
Embrace his saints around.
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What tho' the Father's rodDrop a chastising stroke,
Yet, lest it wound their souls too deep,
Its fury shall be broke.
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Deal gently, Lord, with thoseWhose faith and pious fear,
Whose hope, and love, and every grace
Proclaim their hearts sincere.
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Nor shall the tyrant's rageToo long oppress the saint;
The God of Israel will support
His children lest they faint.
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But if our slavish fearWill choose the road to hell,
We must expect our portion there
Where bolder sinners dwell.
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