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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HYMN 139. (L. M.) Hope in the Covenant; or, God's Promise and Truth unchangeable, Heb. vi. 17–19.
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How oft have sin and Satan stroveTo rend my soul from thee, my God!
But everlasting is thy love,
And Jesus seals it with his blood.
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The oath and promise of the LordJoin to confirm the wondrous grace;
Eternal power performs the word,
And fills all heaven with endless praise.
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Amidst temptations sharp and longMy soul to this dear refuge flies:
Hope is my anchor firm and strong,
While tempests blow and billows rise.
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The gospel bears my spirits up;A faithful and unchanging God
Lays the foundation for my hope
In oaths, and promises, and blood.
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