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 27. v. 8, 9, 13, 14. Second Part. (C. M.) Prayer and Hope.
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PSALM 27. v. 8, 9, 13, 14. Second Part. (C. M.) Prayer and Hope.
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Soon as I heard my Father say,‘Ye children seek my grace,’
My heart reply'd without delay,
‘I'll seek my Father's face.’
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Let not thy face be hid from me,Nor frown my soul away;
God of my life, I fly to thee
In a distressing day.
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Should friends and kindred near and dearLeave me to want, or die,
My God would make my life his care,
And all my need supply.
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My fainting flesh had dy'd with grief,Had not my soul believ'd
To see thy grace provide relief,
Nor was my hope deceiv'd.
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Wait on the Lord, ye trembling saints,And keep your courage up;
He'll raise your spirit when it faints,
And far exceed your hope.
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