-■'^ww^w,^^,W; .^w mMiMMm'':^. ef)So^s (A '^^^^:^Wi?m^ /lyyi^i^ui^w ^W' ^^y y , ^C^W^V,7, Q^^Qg^eisgwp^' ^^:?VWV-':"^^ ryvrnv'^^m^^ *r!*. v.i^.j.:^ .A-^v: ?^f f !>f - ■ f ^Y^^^yf Pif »|i|||f f f i^t mm^^o^- ^Vwvy\/'^ " : i V V V • jjf ( ji . S^*, ^wwC^'^^ v ^ \jvVV ^^ fr^i^?^^^^^^. ^^ w'V '■^,^ ^^,i^^,./V^tt/^*'. ^t^l /rrj Digitized by tine Internet Arcliive in 2011 witli funding from Calvin College http://www.archive.org/details/hymnsselectedori1851gene /' y JUN331936 m^. HY SELECTED AND ORIGINAL, 'iLoht^LZ^ !^. PUBLIC AND PRIVATE WOESHIP. PUBLISHED BY TH! GENERAL SYNOD C?t)ang£lti:al £utl)eran dlljtirct). SIXTIETH EDITION. FIRST REVISED EDITION. \%A Lurth-r BALTIMORE: PUBLISHED AND SOLD BY T. NEWTON KURTZ, No. 151 West Pratt strkkt, Adjoining the Railroad Depot. 1851. Entered, according to act of Congress, in the yeur one thou- sand eight hundred and fifty, by Lewis Kemp, Chas. D. Hinks, and Geo. Slothower, (Committee) in trust for the General Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in the United States of North America, in the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the United States for the District of Maryland. PREFACE. Singing the praises of God is justly regarded as one of the most dehg-htful and profitable parts of worship, both public and private. It was intro- duced by divine command into the worship of the Old Testament; the blessed Savior himself recom- mended it by his practice ; and it is enjoined by the apostle Paul on Christians in general. Its separate utility, in addition to that of prayer and hearing the word of God, is based upon the very nature of the human mind, as it calls into action additional powers of the soul. Yet as the materials for the exercise of this Christian duty in any other than the Hebrew lan- guage, whether translations of the Psalms or original effusions on the doctrines and facts of the Scriptures, are necessarily the products of uninspired pens; they are characterized by different degrees of merit, both in respect to poetic excellence and devotional ten- dency. In no other language, it is thought, is there extant so copious and excellent a collection of Psalms and Hymns and Spiritual Songs, as that of the Lu- theran Ciiurch in Germany. And from this copious source our German churches in this country have drawn ample supplies. Yet the prevalence of the English language has, in some places, long since led to Its introduction into the services of our sanctuaries, as well as to the publication of several collections of hymns in the same tongue. Among these, that made by the learned and pious Dr. Kuntze, then Senior of the New York Ministerium, and published in 1795, is excellent in its devotional tendency, but lamentably deficient in poetic beauty and purity of diction. The collection, subsequently made by a Committee of the 3 New York Synod, appointed in 1812, not only merits a decided preference, but is indeed a most excellent work. Yet long experience has evinced that this selection does not afford a sufficient variety for all the purposes of ministerial duty and Christian practice, and many of the choicest and most devotional pro- ductions of the English muse are not contained in it. Under these circumstances, the General Synod deemed it their duty, in accordance w^ith their Con- stitution, and in obedience to the numerous calls made on them, to provide a hymn-book possessing alike sufficient amplitude, classical excellence, and devotional spirit, to serve as a permanent book for the churches of their connection, and for all others who may be disposed to use it. For this purpose the undersigned were appointed a committee in 1825, and have for several years devoted their most particular and prayerful attention to the important duty assigned them. They have found the work arduous far be- yond their early expectations; but their conviction of its importance and necessity has continually in- creased Their aim has been to combine in the high- est possible degree practical excellence with the charms and graces of poetry. They have procured all the most excellent and valuable hymn-books used by sister churches, and have also examined very many hymns dispersed through the works of individual authors. They feel assured that the selection made will contain the major part of the best hymns extant in the English language. They have also, after ma- ture consideration, constructed a new arrangement, which they deem decidedly more practical than any other which they have seen, and calculated to be more useful both to ministers and laymen. A view of the general subjects, sufficiently minute for reference, is prefixed to the book A portable size was adopted, not only for the sake of cheapness and convenience in public and domestic worship, but also that Christians who strive to walk with God, and delight to sing the songs of Zion, may carry this volume with them on their journeys, and in their social walks, and into the field of labor, and as oppor- tunity may offer, kindle anew the flame of their devotion at the fire of the sacred muse. In conclusion, we would commend this work to the serious use of the disciples of our Lord in general, and our churches in particular; and more especially to the favor and blessing of that divine Redeemer, whose dying love will be the theme of our more per- fect praises in the realms of celestial bliss. S. S. SCHMUCKER, Professor of Theology in Tlieological Seminary "f the General Synod of Evangelical Luth. Church. C. p. Krauth, Pastor of the Second English Lutheran Church, Philadelphia. G. Shober, Pastor of the Lutheran Church, S^leni, North Carolina. J. G. ScHMUCKER, D. D., Pastor of the Lutheran Church, York, Pennsylvania. B. Keller, Pastor of the Lutheran Church, Germantown, Pennsylvania. Gettvsburgj Pa., May 16, 1828. PREFACE TO THE NEW EDITION. VARiotTs changes in this Hymn book having been called for, a committee was, at the meeting of the General Synod in 1845, appointed to examine what was desirable in this respect, and directed to report to the Synod at its next meeting in the city of New York in 1848. The committee having done so, their report was accepted, and their number having been increased by the addition of one member from each Synod not already represented in that committee, they were directed to make the alterations and im- provements indicated as necessary, and to have the book stereotyped and published. The committee, consisting of fifteen, being too un- wieldy and too widely separated for frequent consult- ation, having had a meeting during the session of the General Synod, and agreed upon a mode of ac- tion for the decision of one or two points, committed the details of the work to a sub-committee of three who reside in the same place, (Gettysburg. Pa.,) and could therefore perform the task assigned tjiem with the greatest deliberation. The results of their labors are herewith presented to the cliiirch. It is needless to specify in detail the changes that they have made, but they may state in general that, in accordance with the report and resolutions under which they were appointed, they carefully revised the text of the whole work, making sucii verbal chancres as seemed necessary or desirable, removed some fifty of the most objectionable hymns from the body of the book as originally prepared, threw out all dupli- cates, substituted improved editions of hymns where they presented themselves, rejected such stanzas of hymns as seemed injurious to them, and re-arranged PREFACE TO THE NEW EDITION. VU the whole Appendix, from, which they removed those hymns generally to which well o-rounded exception appeared to have been taken in our churches. For the hymns removed they, of course, substituted others, and without increasing the size or price of the book, have added some forty others, so as to make the whole number of new hymns in this edition about one hun- dred and fifty. These changes, they believe, will generally com- mend themselves to those interested in this work. They might indeed have been carried further, but it was not contemplated that the book should be so re- modeled as to be incapable of being used in connec- tion with the previous editions. On a subsequent page will be found directions for the use of the new in connection with the old book, and the plan is so plain and simple that it is hoped that no inconve- nience will be experienced in this respect. To facilitate the use of hymns translated from the German, of which as many as seemed desirable under existing circumstances have been introduced, a table of tunes suitable to them, or the melodies of their originals, the metres of which have been preserved, is appended. No table of scriptural passages has been intro- duced, because very little use seems to be made of such tables, and because the few references which were made to such passages at the headings of hymns in former editions, have been omitted in this for the sake of brevity and of uniformity. It is hoped that a careful statement of the subject of each hymn, at its head, and a copious index of subjects will supply all that is here needed. Hoping that the book, thus revised and enlarged, will meet the wants and expectations of those for whom it is intended, and animate more and more the devotions of our churches and of individual Chris- tians, and praying that all wiio use it may -'si/ig- icilh, the spirit and loith the understanding, and that the Tri- Vlll PREFACE TO THE NEW EDITION. une God may accept of the praises, and answer the prayers thus addressed unto Him, we herewith com mit this volume to our ministers and people. Wm. M. Reynolds, Synod East Penna., H. L. Baugher, Maryland, p S. S. SCHMUCKER, (( West Penna., § Chas. F. Schaeffer, «• New York, ^. H. I. Schmidt, (( Hartwrck, S: L. Eichelberger, «.' Virginia, 5> G. SCHERER, ft S.W.Virginia, J. D. SCHECK, (( North Carolina, . r p. A. Strobel, (( South Carolina, C5 H. G. Keil, (C Ohio,(En£rlish,) i J. H. Hoffman, (C Wittenberg, i W. H. Harrison, « Miami, rji F. Sprin-ger, C( Illinois, % J. WlNECOFF, (( Alleghany, o P. Glenn, (( South West, Gettysbdrg, Pa., April 9, 1850. EXPLANATI ONS. t Placed after the number of a hymn shows that it is a new one, not found in former editions. * At the end of a stanza shows that the following stanza of the older editions has been omitted. ** Indicate the omission of two stanzas, &.c. Where a hymn has two numbers thus, 537, (856,) the second number indicates the place of the hymn in the old books. TABULAR VIEW OF CONTENTS. Hymn I. The Scriptures, 1 11. Being and Perfections of God, 13, 77Q III. Trinity, 41, 805 IV. Praise to God, 44, 767 V. The works of God, 58 VI. Providence of God, 65 VII. Fall and depravity of man, 89 VIII. Christ, 99,776 IX. Holy Spirit, 172, 793 X. Angels, 808 XI. The Gospel call, 182, 811 XII. Penitence of the awakened sinner,. .248, 831 XIII. Supplication for divine mercy, 270, 836 XIV. Salvation through Jesus Christ, 303, 841 XV. Christian experience, 355, 851 XVI. The means of grace, 483,876 XVII. Kingdom and Church of Christ, 528, 881 XVIII. MiiTionary hymns, 881 XIX. Particular occasions and circum- stances, 598, 896 1. Social meetings, 896 2. Revivals, 907 3. Confirmation, 917 4. Consecration of places of worship, 928 5. Special occasions, 932 6. Sickness and affliction 956 7. Seamen, 960 X TABULAR VIEW OF CONTENTS. Hymn. 8. Reformation festival, 963 9. National occasions, 968 10. Temperance, 973 11. Bible Societies 978 XX. Death, 598, 896 XXI. Resurrection, 727, 989 XXII. Judgment, 731, 989 XXIII. Eternity, 738, 993 XXIV. Dismissions and Doxologies, 752, 1005 Appendix 767 HYMNS. THE SCRIPTURES. 1 The Bible the source of relis;ious knowledge. L. M. 1 T^ TERN AL Spirit ! 'twas thy breath J--' The oracles of truth inspired; And kings and holy seers of old With strong prophetic impulse fired. 2 Mov'd by thy great almighty pow'r, Their lips with heavenly wisdom flow'd; Their hands a thousand wonders wrought, Which bore the signature of God. 3 With gladsome hearts they spread the news Of pardon, through a Savior's blood; And to a num'rous seeking crowd Mark'd out the path to his abode. 4 The pow'rs of earth and hell in vain Against the sacred word combine; Thy providence through ev'ry age Securely guards the work divine. 5 Thee, its great author, source of light, Thee, its preserver, we adore; And humbly ask a ray from thee Its hidden wonders to explore. 3 Divine authority of the Bible. L. M. 1 J'T^WAS by an order from the Lord, -*- The ancient prophets spoke his word; His Spirit did their tongues inspire, And warm'd their hearts with heav'nly fire. 2 The works and wonders which they wrought Confirm 'd the messages they brought: THE SCUIPrURLS. The prophet's pen succeeds his breath, To save the holy words from death. 3 Great God ! mine eyes with pleasure look On the dear volume of thy book; There my Redeemer's face I see, And read his name who died for me. 4 Let the false raptures of the mind Be lost, and vanish in the wind; Here I can fix my hope secure: This is thy word, and must endure. \ The Bible suited to our loaiits. C. M. 1 Tj^ATHER of mercies, in thy word -T What endless glory shines ! For ever be thy name ador'd For these celestial lines. 2 Here may the wretched sons of want Exhaustless riches find; Riches above what earth can grant, And lasting as the mind. 3 Here the fair tree of knowledge grows, And yields a free repast; Sublimer sweets than nature knows Invite the longing taste. 4 Here the Redeemer's welcome voice Spreads heav'nly peace around; And life and everlasting joys Attend the blissful sound. 5 O may these heav'nly pages be My ever dear delight; And still new beauties may I see, And still increasing light! 6 Divine Instructer, gracious Lord! Be thou for ever near; Teach me to love thy sacred word, And view my Savior there. THE SCRIPTURES. ^f /§ The loord of God a rich treasure. C. M. 1 T ET av'rice, borne from shore to shore, -L^ Her chosen good pursue: Thy word, O Lord, we value more Than India or Peru. 2 Here mines of knowledge, love, and joy, Are open'd to our sight; The purest gold without alloy, And gems divinely bright. 3 The counsels of redeeming grace These sacred leaves unfold; And here the Savior's lovely face Our raptur'd eyes behold. 4 Here light, descending from above, Directs our doubtful feet ; Here promises of heav'nly love Our ardent wishes meet. 5 Our num'rous griefs are here redrest, And all our wants supplied; Naught we can ask to make us blest Is in this book denied.* O The value and comprehensiveness of the Bible. C. M. 1 T ET all the heathen writers join J-i To form one perfect book: Great God ! if once compar'd with thine, How mean their writings look ! 2 Not the most perfect rules they gave Could show one sin forgiv'n, Nor lead a step beyond the grave: But thine conduct to heav'n. 3 Lord, I have made thy word my choice, My lasting heritage; There shall my noblest pow'rs rejoice, My warmest thoughts engage. 4 THE SCRIPTURES. 4 I'll read the hist'ries of thy love, v. And keep thy laws in sight, While through thy promises I rove With ever fresh delight. 5 'Tis a broad land of wealth unknown, Where springs of life arise, Seed of immortal bliss is sown, And hidden glory lies. 6 The Bible precious. P.M. 8.7.8.7 7 7. 1 pRECIOUS Bible ! what a treasure -t Does the word of God afford! All I want for life or pleasure, Food and med'cine, shield and sword; Let the world account me poor — Having this, I need no more. 2 Food to which the world's a stranger, Here my hungry soul enjoys; Of excess there is no danger; Though it fills, it never cloys: On a dying Christ I feed — He is meat and drink indeed ! ^ Power of the Bible. P.M. 8s & 7s. 1 "D Y the thoughtless world derided, -t> Still 1 love the word of God; 'Tis the crook by which I'm guided, Often 'tis a chastening rod. 'Tis a sword that cuts asunder All my pride and vanity. When abased I lie, and wonder That he spares a wretch like me. 2 This confirms me when I waver, Sets my trembling judgment right; When I stray, how much soever. This is my restoring light. THE SCRIPTURES. 9 Satan oft, and sin, assail me With temptations ever new; Then there's nothing can avail me, Till my bleeding Lord I view. 3 Faith I need; O Lord, bestow it, Give my lab 'ring mind relief; Oft, alas'.'l doubt, I know it, Help, O help my unbelief. Dearest Savior, by thy merit May I gain a future crown; Guide, O guide me by thy Spirit, Till these storms are overblown. S The usefulness of the Scriptures. L. M. 1 TTTHEN" Israel through the desert pass'd, W A fiery pillar went before. To guide them through the dreary waste, And lessen the fatigues they bore. Such is thy glorious word, O God ! 'Tis for our light and guidance given; It sheds a lustre all abroad, And points the path to bliss and heaven. 3 It fills the soul with sweet delight. And quickens its inactive powers; It sets our wand'ring footsteps right; Displays thy love, and kindles ours. 4 Its promises rejoice our hearts; Its doctrines are divinely true; Knowledge and pleasure it imparts; It comforts and instructs us too. 5 Ye favor'd lands, that have this word, Ye saints, who feel its saving power, Unite your tongues to praise the Lord, And his distinguished grace adore. 6 THE SCRIPTURES. ! 9 Value of the Bible to the young. C. M. j 1 TTOW shall the young secure their hearts, j -O. And guard their lives from sin ? Thy word the choicest rules imparts ' To keep the conscience clean. ' 2 When once it ent'reth to the mind, ' It spreads such light abroad, ] The meanest souls instruction find, And raise their thoughts to God. ' 3 'Tis like the sun, a heav'nly light That guides us all the day; And through the dangers of the night A lamp to lead our way. 4 The men that keep thy law with care, '• And meditate thy word. Grow wiser than their teachers are, : And better know the Lord. • 5 Thy precepts make me truly wise: j I hate the sinner's road; ! I hate mine own vain thoughts that rise, But love fey laAv, my God. J 6 Thy word is everlasting truth; I How pure is every page ! i That holy book shall guide our youth, I And well support our age. j 10 The glory of the Word. CM. I 1 rpHE Spirit breathes upon the word, \ J- And brings the truth to sight; Precepts and promises afford , A sanctifying light 2 A glory gilds the sacred page, ] Majestic like the sun; It gives a light to every age, It gives — but borrows none. i THE SCRIPTURES. 7 3 The hand that gave it still supplies The gracious light and heat: His truths upon the nations rise, They rise, but never set. 4 Let everlasting thanks be thine, For such a bright display, As niakes a world of darkness shine With beams of heav'nly day. IX The Scriptures consolatory to the Penitent. CM. 1 T ADEX with guilt, and full of fears, -L^ I fly to thee, n:iy Lord; And not a ray of hope appears, But in thy written word. 2 The volume of my Father's grace Does all my grief assuage; Here I behold my Savior's face In almost ev'ry page. 3 This is the field where hidden lies The pearl of price unknown; That merchant is divinely wise Who makes the pearl his own. 4 This is the judge tliat ends the strife, Where wit and reason fail; My guide to everlasting life, Through all this gloomy vale. 5 O may thy counsels, mighty God! My roving feet command; Nor I forsake the happy road That leads to thy right hand. X3 The reasonableness of the Gospel. C. M. 1 OHALL atheists dare insult the cross '^ Of our Redeemer God? Shall infidels reproach his laws, Or trample on his blood ? 2 What if he chose mysterious ways To cleanse us from our faults ? 2 BEING AND May not the works of sovereign grace Transcend our feeble thoughts ? 3 What if the gospel bids us fight With flesh, and self, and sin? The prize is most divinely bright, Which we are call'd to win ? 4 What if the foolish and the poor His glorious grace partake? This but confirms his truth the more, For so the prophets spake. 5 Do some, that own his sacred name. Indulge their souls in sin? Jesus should never bear the blame, His laws are pure and clean. 6 Then let our faith grow firm and strong. Our lips profess his word; Nor blush, nor fear to walk among The men that love the Lord. BEING AND PERFECTIONS OF GOD. l 3t ^"^ exalted above all praise. L. M. 1 INTERNAL Power! whose high abode J^ Becomes the grandeur of a God ; Infinite lengths beyond the bounds Where stars revolve their little rounds ! 2 Far in the depths of space, thy throne Burns with a lustre all its own: In shining ranks, beneath thy feet, Angelic povv'rs and splendors meet. 3 Lord, what shall feeble mortals do? We would adore our Maker too: With lowly minds to thee we cry, The Great, the Holy, and the High. 4 God is in heav'n, and man below; Short be our tunes, our words be few: Let sacred rev'rence check our songs, And praise sit silent on our tongues. 14 Inv PERFECTIONS OF GOD 9 The spirituality of God. L. M. lOU art, O God! a spirit pure, isible to mortal eyes; Th' immortal, and th' eternal King, The great, the good, the only wise. 2 Whilst nature changes, and her work3 Corrupt, decay, dissolve, and die, Thine essence pure no change shall see, Secure in immortality. 3 Thou great Invisible ! what hand Can draw thine image spotless fair ! To what in heaven, to what on earth, Can men th' immortal King compare ! 4 Let stupid heathens frame their gods Of gold and silver, wood and stone; Ours is the God that made the heav'ns; Jehovah he, and God alone. 5 My soul, thy purest homage pay. In truth and spirit him adore; More shall this please than sacrifice, Than outward forms delight him more. J 5 The Infinite. C. M. 1 OOME seraph, lend your heav'niy tongue, ^ Or harp of golden string. That I may raise a lofty song To our eternal King. 2 Thy names, how infinite they be ! Great Everlasting One ! Boundless thy might and majesty. And unconfined thy throne, 3 Thy glory shines immensely bright; Exhaustless is thy grace; Immortal day breaks from thine eyes, And Gabriel veils his face. 4 Thine essence is a vast abyss, Which angels cannot sound; 10 BEING AND An ocean of infinities Where all our thoughts are drown 'd. 5 The myst'ries of creation lie Beneath enlighten 'd minds; Thoughts can ascend above the sky And fly before the winds; 6 Reason may grasp the massy hills, And stretch from pole to pole; But half thy name our spirit fills, And overloads our soul.* X6 God supreme and independent. L. M. 1 TT7HAT is our God, or what his name, VV ]Vor men can learn, nor angels teach; He dwells concealed in radiant flame, Where neither eyes nor thoughts can reach. 2 The spacious worlds of heavenly light, Compar'd with him, how short they fall! How dark are they, and he how bright! Nothing are they, and God is all, 3 He spoke the wondrous word, and lo ! Creation rose at his command; Whirlwinds and seas their limits know, Bound in the hollow of his hand.** 4 Then fly, my song, an endless round, The lofty tune let Gabriel raise; All nature dwell upon the sound. But we can ne'er fulfil the praise. ^^^ P.M. 14,14,4,7,8. ■■• Praise to God for his goodness and mercy. 1 "pRAISE ye Jehovah! with anthems of praise J come before him; Great is his mercy ! with hearts of thanksgiving adore him; Firm is his word. Freely his grace is conferr'd; Humbly for pardon implore him. PERFECTIONS OF GOD. 11 2 Praise him all nations ! 'Tis he that has crown 'd you with blessing : 0 come before him, your sins and transgressions confessing; Worship the Lord; Bow to the claims of his word; Songs to his glory addressing, 3 Angels, rejoicing, unite in the shout of salvation; Daily and nightly they sing to the God of creation: " Worthy to reign, Keeper and Savior of men, O'er every kingdom and nation." 4 Praise ye Jehovah ! the sov'reign of earth and of heaven, Unto his holy name honor and glory be given; Wake ev'ry string! Tune all your voices and sing; Heaven and earth reply, amen ! 18 Unity of God. L. M. 1 PATERNAL God, almighty cause J^ Of earth, and seas, and worlds unknown, All things are subject to thy laws, — All things depend on thee alone. 2 Thy glorious being singly stands, Of all, within itself, possest; By none control 'd in thy commands, And in thyself completely blest. 3 To thee alone ourselves we owe; Let heav'n and earth due homage pay: All other gods we disavow. Deny their claims, renounce their sway. 4 In thee, O Lord, our hope shall rest, Fountain of peace and joy and love; Thy favor only makes us blest; Without thee, all would nothing prove. 5 Worship to thee alone belongs, Worship to thee alone we give; Thine be our hearts and thine our songs, And to thy glory we would live. 12 BEING AND j 6 Spread thy threat name through heathen lands, ! Their idol-deities dethrone; \ Subdue the world to thy commands, i And reign as thou ai't, God alone. XO God incomprehensible. L. M. \ 1 /^REAT God, in vain man's narrow view ^-^ Attempts to look thy nature through; Our laboring povv'rs with rev'rence own i Thy glories never can be known. "< 2 Not the high seraph's mighty thought, "Who countless years his God has sought, Such wondrous height or depth can find, ' Or fully trace thy boundless mind. 3 Yet, Lord, thy kindness deigns to show Enough for mortal men to know, I While wisdom, goodness, pow'r divine ' Through all thy works and conduct shine. I 4 O may our souls with rapture trace Thy works of nature and of grace, •' Explore thy sacred truth, and still ! Press on to know and do thy will ! i 20 God eternal and unchangeable. CM. , 1 pi RE AT God, how infinite art thou! I vT How frail and weak are w^e ! j Let the whole race of creatures bow I And pay their praise to thee. 2 Thy throne eternal ages stood. Ere earth or heav'n was made; Thou art the ever-living God, I Were all the nations dead. 3 Nature and time all open lie To thine immense survey. From the formation of the sky, To the last awful day. PERFECTIONS OF GOD. 13 4 Eternity, with all its years, Stands present to thy view, To thee there's nothing old appears, To thee there's nothing new. 5 Our lives through various scenes are drawn, And vex'd with trifling cares; While thine eternal thought moves on Thine undisturb'd affairs. 6 Great God, how infinite art thou I How frail and weak are we! Let the whole race of creatures bow And pay their praise to thee. !81 God self-existent, eternal, unchangeable. L. M. 1 A LL-POW'RFUL, self-existent God, -^ Who all creation dost sustain ! Thou wast, and art, and art to come, And everlasting is thy reign. 2 Fix'd and eternal as thy days. Each glorious attribute divine, Through ages infinite, shall still With undiminish'd lustre shine. 3 Fountain of being ! source of good ! Immutable dost thou remain; Nor can the shadow of a change Obscure the glories of thy reign.** 4 Earth may with all her pow'rs dissolve, If such the great Creator's will; But thou for ever art the same; *' 1 am " is thy memorial still. 22 ^°^ almighty. L. M. 1 /^IVE to the Lord, ye sons of fame, vJ Give to the Lord renown and pow'r; Ascribe due honors to his name, And his eternal might adore. -^ 14 BEING AND 2 The Lord proclaims his pow'r aloud, O'er the vast ocean and the land; His voice divides the wat'ry cloud, And lightnings blaze at his command.* 3 His thunders rend the vaulted skies, And palaces and temples shake; The mountains tremble at the noise. The valleys roar, the deserts quake 4 The Lord sits sov 'reign o'er the flood; Jehovah reigns for ever king; But makes his church his blest abode, Where we his awful glories sing. 5 We see no terrors in his name. But in our God a Father find: The voice that shakes all nature's frame Speaks comfort to the pious mind. ^3 God the governor of the universe. C. M. 1 JnnWAS God who hurl'd the rolling spheres J- And stretch 'd the boundless skies; Who form'd the plan of endless years. And bade the ages rise. 2 From everlasting is his might, Immense and unconfin'd: He pierces through the realms of light, And rides upon the wind. 3 He darts along the burning skies; Loud thunders round him roar: All heav'n attends him as he flies; All hell proclaims his pow'r. 4 He scatters nations with his breath; The scatter'd nations fly: Dire pestilence and wasting death Confess the Godhead nigh. 5 Ye worlds, with ev'ry living thing, Fulfil his high command: PERFECTIONS OP GOD. 15 Mortals, pay homage to your King, And own his ruling hand. 2^ God seen in the elements. P. M. 7s. 1 TT7HEN in dark and dreadful gloom, VV Clouds on clouds portentous spread, Black as if the day of doom Hung o'er nature's shrinking head; When the lightning breaks from high, God is coming — God is nigh ! 2 Then we hear his chariot wheels, As the mighty thunder rolls; Nature, startled nature reels From the centre to the poles; Then the ocean, earth and sky. Tremble as he passes by ! 3 Darkness, wild with horror, forms His mysterious hiding-place; Should he from his ark of storms, Rend the veil and show his face, At the judgment of his eye, All the universe would die. 4 God of vengeance ! from above. While thine awful bolts are hiirl'd, O remember thou art love ! Spare — O spare a guilty world ! Stay thy flaming wrath awhile. Let the bow of promise smile ! 25 ^"'^ omnipresent and omniscient. L. M. 1 T ORD, thou hast search 'd and seen me through, -L^ Thine eye commands with piercing view, My rising and my resting hours, My heart and flesh, with all their pow'rs. 2 Could I so false, so faithless prove. To quit thy service and thy love; 16 BEIKG AND Where, Lord, could I thy presence shun, Or from thy dreadful glory run ? ; 3 If, mounted on a morning ray, i I fly beyond the western sea, Thy swifter hand would first arrive, And there arrest thy fugitive. j 4 Or should I try to shun thy sight ' Beneath the spreading veil of night, One glance of thine, one piercing ray Would kindle darkness into day. 5 The veil of night is no disguise. No screen from thine all-searching eyes; Thy hand can seize thy foes as soon Through midnight shades as blazing noon. 6 O may these thoughts possess my breast, Where'er I rove, where'er I rest! ! Nor let my weaker passions dare Consent to sin, for God is there. i 20 God omniscient. C. M. | 1 T ORD, all I am is known to thee ! Aj In vain my soul would try To shun thy presence, or to flee The notice of thine eye. 2 Thine all-surrounding sight surveys i My rising and my rest, j My public walks, my private ways, i And secrets of my breast. 3 My thoughts lie open to thee, Lord, Before they're form'd within; And ere my lips pronounce the word, ; Thou know'st the sense I mean. 4 O wondrous knowledge, deep and high; ! Where can a creature hide? i Within thy circling arms I lie, I Beset on ev'ry side. j I PERFECTIONS OF GOD. 17 5 So let thy grace surround me still, And like a bulwark prove, To guard my soul from ev'ry ill, Secur'd by sov 'reign love. y God's Wisdom. C. M. 1 QONGS of immortal praise belong •^ To my almighty God: He hath my heart, and he my tongue, To spread his name abroad. 2 How great the works his hand hath wrought! How glorious in our sight ! And men in ev'ry age have sought His wonders with delight. 3 How most exact is nature's frame ! How wise th' eternal mind; His counsels never change the scheme That his first thoughts design 'd. 4 When he redeem 'd the sons of men He fix'd his cov'nant sure: The orders that his lips pronounce To endless years endure. 5 Nature and time, and earth, and skies, Thy heav'nly skill proclaim; What shall we do to make us wise, But learn to read thy name ? 6 To fear thy pow'r, to trust thy grace, Is our divinest skill; And he's the wisest of our race Who best obeys thy will. 2 8 ^^^ ^°^y ""'^ i"«'- c. M. 1 TTOLY and rev 'rend is the name Jj- Of our eternal King; Thrice holy. Lord ! the angels cry: Thrice holy let us sing. 18 BEING AND 2 Holy is he in all his works, And saints are his delight; But sinners and their wicked ways Are hateful in his sight. ! 3 The deepest rev'rence, homage, love, j Pay, O my soul, to God; I Lift with thy hands a holy heart I To his sublime abode. 4 Thou, righteous God ! preserve my mind I From all pollution free; | Thine image form within my breast, i That I thy face may see. I 29 God the searcher of hearts. CM 1 ^OD is a Spirit, just and wise; | ^J He sees our inmost mind; j In vain to heav'n we raise our cries, I And leave our souls behind. i 2 Nothing but truth before his throne With honor can appear. The painted hypocrites are known Through the disguise they wear. 3 Their lifted eyes salute the skies, Their bended knees the ground: But God abhors the sacrifice I Where not the heart is found. j 4 Lord ! search my thoughts, and try my ways, I And make my soul sincere: { Then shall I stand before thy face, I And find acceptance there. ^f% God no respecter of persons. CM. j 1 TTTITH eye impartial, heav'ns high King ! tV Surveys each human tribe; No earthly pomp his eyes can charm, , Nor wealth his favor bribe. ! PERFECTIONS OF GOD. 19 2 The rich and poor, of equal clay, His pow'rful hand did frame; All souls are his, and him alike Their common Parent claim. 3 Ye sons of men of high degree, Your great Superior own; Praise him for all his gifts, and pay Your homage at his throne. 4 Trust in the Lord, ye humble poor, And banish ev'ry fear: The God you serve will ne'er forsake The man of heart sincere. 3 J God faithful. P. M. 6.6.6.6.8.8. 1 rpHE promises I sing, *- Which love supreme once spoke; Nor will th' eternal King His words of grace revoke. They stand secure And steadfast still: Not Sion's hill Abides so sure. 2 The mountains melt away. When once the Judge appears; And sun and moon decay, That measure mortal years: But still the same. In radiant lines, His promise shines Through all the flame. 3 Their harmony shall sound Through my attentive ears, When thunders cleave the ground, And dissipate the spheres. 'Midst all the shock Of that dread scene, I'll stand serene. Thy word my rock. 20 BEING AND 32 ^^^ benevolent and merciful. C. M. 1 rpHY ceaseless, unexhausted love, -*- Unmerited and free, Delights our evil to remove, And help our misery, 2 Thou waitest to be gracious still; Thou dost with sinners bear; That, sav'd, we may thy goodness feel. And all thy grace declare. 3 Thy goodness and thy truth to me. To ev'ry soul abound; A vast unfathomable sea Where all our thoughts are drown'd. 4 Its streams the whole creation reach, So plenteous is the store; Enough for all, enough for each, Enough for evermore. 5 Faithful, O Lord, thy mercies are; A rock which cannot move: A thousand promises declare Thy constancy of love. 6 Throughout the universe it reigns, Unalterably sure; And, while the truth of God remains, His goodness must endure. 33 God is love. P. M. MY God, thy boundless love I praise, How bright on high its glories blaze, How sweetly bloom below ! It streams from thine eternal throne; Through heav'n its joys for ever run, And o'er the earth they flow. 'Tis love that paints the purple morn. And bids the clouds, in air upborne, Their genial drops distil; PERFECTIONS OF GOD. 21 In ev'ry vernal beam it glows, And breathes in ev'ry gale that blows, And glides in ev'ry rill. 3 It robes in cheerful green the ground, And pours its flow'ry beauties round, Whose sweets perfume the gale: Its bounties richly spread the plain, The blushing fruit, the golden grain, And smile on ev'ry vale. 4 But in thy gospel see it shine, With grace and glories more divine, Proclaiming sins forgiv'n, There faith, bright cherub, points the way To realms of everlasting day, And opens all her heav'n. 5 Then let the love, that makes me blest, With cheerful praise inspire my breast, And ardent gratitude; And all my thoughts and passions tend To thee, my Father and my Friend, My soul's eternal good. ^^ God gracious to all. CM. 1 O WEET is the mem'ry of thy grace, •^ O God, my heav'nly King! Let age to age thy righteousness In songs of glory sing. 2 God reigns on high, but not confines His goodness to the skies. Through the whole earth his bounty shines, And every want supplies. 3 With longing eyes, thy creatures wait On thee for daily food; Thy lib'ral hand provides their meat, And fills their mouths with good. 22 BEIKG AND 4 How kind are thy compassions, Lord, How slow thine anger moves ! I But soon he sends his pard'ning word To cheer the souls he loves, 5 Creatures, with all their endless race, Thypow'r and praise proclaim; But saints who taste thy richer grace, Delight to bless thy name. 35 God''s mercies iinutterable. CM. I 1 /^UR souls with pleasing wonder view | ^^ The bounties of thy grace; How much bestow'd, how much reserv'd j For those that seek thy face. | 2 Thy lib'ral hand with worldly bliss \ Oft makes their cup run o'er; And in the cov'nant of thy love They find diviner store. 3 Here mercy hides their num'rous sins; Here grace their souls renews; | Here hope, and love, and joy, and peace Their heav'nly beams diflfuse. 4 But oh ! what treasures yet unknown Are lodg'd in worlds to come ! If these th' enjoyments of the way, I How happy is their home ! : 5 And what shall wretched man reply } -j Or how such goodness own r j But 'tis our joy that, Lord, to thee : Thy servants' hearts are known. I 6 Since time's too short, all gracious God, To utter half thy praise; ' Loud to the honor of thy name I Eternal hymns we'll raise. 36 God's mercy great and eternal. S.M. , 1 IV/TY soul, repeat his praise iyj. Whose mercies are so great; , PERFECTIONS OF GOD. 23 Whose anger is so slow to rise, So ready to abate. 2 God will not always chide; And, when his wrath is felt, His strokes are fewer than our crimes, And lighter than our guilt. 3 High as the heav'ns are rais'd Above the ground we tread, So far the riches of his grace Our highest thoughts exceed. 4 His grace subdues our sins, And his forgiving love Far as the east is from the west Doth all our guilt remove. 5 The pity of the Lord, To those who fear his name, Is such as tender parents feel; He knows our feeble frame. 6 Our days are as the grass, Or like the morning flower ! If one sharp blast sweep o'er the &e\d, It withers in an hour. 7 But thy compassions, Lord, To endless years endure; And children's children ever find Thy words of promise sure. 37 The glory of God. L. M. 1 "VTE sons of men, in sacred lays JL Attempt the great Creator's praise; But who an equal song can frame? What verse can reach the lofty theme? 2 He sits enthron'd amidst the spheres. And glory like a garment wears; While boundless wisdom, pow'r, and grace Command our awe, transcend our praise. 3 24 BEING AND 3 Before his throne a shining band Of cherubs and of seraphs stand ; Ethereal spirits, who in flight Outstrip the rapid speed of light. ' 4 To God all nature owes its birth; J He form'd tliis pond'rous globe of earth, He rais'd the glorious arch on high, And measur'd out the azure sky. 5 In all our Maker's grand designs ; Omnipotence with wisdom shines; His works, through all this wondrous frame, , Bear the great impress of his name. * 6 Rais'd on devotion's lofty wing, 1 Let us his high perfections sing : ' O let his praise employ our tongue, j Whilst list'ning worlds applaud the song! ; 38 God is Love. C. M 1 A MID the splendors of thy state, ' >tV My God, thy love appears j With the soft radiance of the moon ; Among a thousand stars. \ 2 Nature through all her ample round Thy boundless power proclaims, , And in melodious accent speaks \ The goodness of thy names. ; 3 Thy justice, holiness, and truth, ' Our solemn awe excite ; But the sweet charms of sov'reign grace | O'erwhelm us with delight. ■ 4 Sinai, in clouds and smoke and fire, \ Thunders thy dreadful name ; | But Sion sings, in melting notes, ! The honors of the Lamb. ' 5 In all thy doctrines and commands, \ Thy counsels and designs, : PERFECTIONS OF GOD. 25 In ev'ry work thy hands have fram'd, Thy love supremely shines. 6 Angels and men the news proclaim Through earth and heav'n above, The joyful, the transporting news, That God, the Lord, is love ! 39 Ji Song of Praise to God. L. M. 1 n^O God, the universal King, -■- Let all mankind their tribute bring ; All that have breath, your voices raise In songs of never-ceasing praise. 2 The spacious earth on which we tread, And v.ider heav'ns stretch 'd o'er our head, A large and solemn temple frame To celebrate its Builder's fame. 3 Here the bright sun, that rules the day, As through the sky he makes his way, To all the world proclaims aloud The boundless sov 'reign ty of God. 4 When from his courts the sun retires, And with the day his voice expires, The moon and stars adopt the song, And through the night their praise prolong. 5 The list'ning earth with rapture hears Th' harmonious music of the spheres, And all her tribes the notes repeat, That God is wise, and good, and great. 6 But man, endow'd with nobler powers, His God in nobler strains adores ; His is the gift to know the song, As well as sing with tuneful tongue. 40 God seen by Faith. L. M. 1 INTERNAL and immortal King! J--^ Thy peerless splendors none can bear, But darkness veils seraphic eyes. When God with all his glory's there. 26 THE TRINITY. 2 Yet faith can pierce the awful gloom, The great Invisible can see; ' And with its tremblings mingle joy, In fix'd regards, great God ! to thee. 3 Then ev'ry tempting form of sin, J Aw'd by thy presence, disappears; 1 And all the glowing, raptur'd soul I The likeness, it contemplates, wears. I 4 O ever present to my heart ! I Witness to its extreme desire; Behold it presses on to thee, i For it hath caught the heav'nly fire. ] 5 This one petition would I urge: To bear thee ever in my sight! In life, in death, in worlds unknown, My only portion and delight. THE TRINITY. OFFICES OF FATHER, SON AND SPIRIT. 41 The doctrine and use of the Trinity. C. M. 1 T^ATHER of glory! to thy name -T Immortal praise we give; Who dost an act of grace proclaim, And bid us rebels live. 2 Immortal honor to the Son Who makes thine anger cease; Our lives he ransom 'd with his own. And died to make our peace. 3 To thine almighty Spirit be Immortal glory giv'n, Whose influ'nce brings us near to thee, And trains us up for heav'n. 4 Let men, with their united voice, Adore th' eternal God, THE TRIKITY. 27 And spread his lienors and their joys Through nations far abroad. 5 Let faith, and love, and duty join, One general song to raise; Let saints in earth and heav'n combine In harmony and praise. 43 A song of praise to the ever-blessed Trinit]). L. M 1 "DLESS'D be the Father and his love; -D To whose celestial source we owe Rivers of endless joy above, And rills of comfort here below. 2 Glory to thee, great Son of God, From whose dear Avounded body rolls A precious stream of vital blood, Pardon and life for dying souls. 3 We give the sacred Spirit praise, Who in our hearts of sin and wo Makes living springs of grace arise. And into boundless glory flow. 4 Thus God the Father, God the Son, And God the Spirit, we adore. That sea of life and love unknown, Without a bottom or a shore. 4-3! Christian Thanksgiving. P. M. 9.8.9.8.8.8. 1 f^ THAT I had a thousand voices ! V7 A mouth to speak with thousand tongues ! Then, with a heart his praise rejoices. Would I proclaim in grateful songs. To all, wherever I might be, What 'tis the Lord hath done for me. 2 Dear Father, endless praise I render. For soul and body strangely join'd; I praise thee. Guardian kind and tender, For all the noble joys 1 find 28 PRAISE TO GOD. So richly spread on every side, And freely for my use supplied. 3 What equal praises can I offer, Dear Jesus, for thy mercy shown ? What pangs, ray Savior, didst thou suffer, And thus for all my sins atone ! Thy death alone my soul could free From Satan, to be blest with thee. 4 Honor and praise, still onward reaching, Be thine too, Spirit of all grace. Whose holy pow'r and faithful teaching Give me among thy saints a place: Whate'er of good in me may shine j Comes only from thy light divine, j 5 Accept, O Lord, I now implore thee, • The meagre praise I give below: ' In heav'n I better will adore thee, j When I an angel's strength shall know: There would I lead the sacred choir, J And raise their hallelujahs high'r! I PRAISE TO GOD. 4:4: Praise to God as the Creator and Preserver. L. M. 1 "DEFORE Jehovah's awful throne, -D Ye nations bow with sacred joy: Know that the Lord is God alone; He can create, and he destroy. 2 His sov'reign pow'r, without our aid. Made us of clay, and form'd us men, And, when like wand'ring sheep we stray'd, He brought us to his fold again. 3 We are his people, we his care. Our souls and all our mortal frame : What lasting honors shall we rear, Almighty Maker, to thy name ! PRAISE TO GOD. 29 4 We'll crowd thy gates with thankful songs, High as the heav'ns our voices raise; And earth, with her ten thousand tongues, Shall fill thy courts with sounding praise. 5 Wide as the world is thy command; Vast as eternity tliy love; Firm as a rock thy truth must stand, When rolling years shall cease to move. z|.5 Praise for Preservation and Redemption. CM. 1 "Y7"E humble souls, approach your God -*- With songs of sacred praise; For he is good, immensely good. And kind are all his ways. 2 All nature owns his guardian care; In him we live and move: But nobler benefits declare The wonders of his love. 3 He gave his Son, his only Son, To ransom rebel worms; 'Tis here he makes his goodness known In its diviner forms. 4 To this dear refuge, Lord, we come; On this our hope relies; A safe defence, a peaceful home, When storms of trouble rise. 5 Thine eye beholds with kind regard The souls who trust in thee; Their humble hope thou wilt reward With bliss divinely free. 6 Great God, to thine almighty love What honors shall we raise Not all the raptur'd songs above Can render equal praise. 30 PRAISE TO GOD. 4-0 Praise for the Mercies of God. L. M. 1 /^IVE to our God immortal praise ! ^J Mercy and truth are all his ways. Wonders of grace to God belong : Repeat his mercies in your song. 2 Give to the Lord of lords renown, The King of kings with glory crown: His mercies ever shall endure, When lords and kings are known no more. 3 He built the earth, he spread the sky. And fix'd tiie starry lights on high. Wonders of grace to God belong: Repeat his mercies in your song. 4 He fills the sun with morning light, He bids the moon direct the night: His mercies ever shall endure. When suns and moons shall shine no more. 5 He sent his Son with pow'r to save From guilt, and darkness, and the grave. Wonders of grace to God belong : Repeat his mercies in your song. 6 Through this vain world he guides our feet, And leads us to his heav'nly seat. His mercies ever shall endure, When this vain world shall be no more. ^tT Praise at all times. P. M. 1 T'LL praise my Maker whilst I've breath; A And, when my voice is lost in death, Praise shall employ my nobler pow'rs; My days of praise shall ne'er be past Whilst life and thought and being last, Or immortality endures. 2 Happy the man whose hopes rely On Israel's God, wlio mude the sky, And earth, and seas, with all their train. PRAISE TO GOD. 31 His truth for ever stands secure; He saves th' oppress'd. he feeds the poor; And none shall find his promise vain. 3 The Lord pours eye-sight on the blind; The Lord supports the fainting mind; He sends the lab'ring conscience peace; He helps the stranger in distress, The widow and the fatherless, And grants the pris'ner sweet release. 4 I'll praise him while he lends me breath, And, when my voice is lost in death, Praise shall employ my nobler pow'rs; My days of praise shall ne'er be past, "Whilst life and thought and being last, Or immortality endures. 4§ P. M. 6.G.6.6.4.4.4.4. Ml creatures praise God. 1 ^~pO your Creator God, J- Your great Preserver, raise, Ye creatures of his hand, Your highest notes of praise. Let ev'ry voice Proclaim his pow'r, His name adore, And loud rejoice. 2 Thou source of light and heat, Bright sov 'reign of the day, Dispensing blessings round With all diffusive ray; From morn to night, With ev'ry beam. Record his name. Who made thee bright. 3 Fair regent of the night, With all thy starry train, 49 PRAISE TO GOD. Which rise in silent hosts, To gild the azure plain; With countless rays Declare his name, Prolong the theme, Reflect his praise. 4 Let all the creatures join To celebrate his name, And all their various pow'rs Assist th' exalted theme. Let nature raise From ev'ry tongue A general song Of grateful praise. 5 But oh ! from human tongues Should nobler praises flow; And ev'ry thankful heart With warm devotion glow. Your voices raise. Ye highly blest Above the rest; Declare his praise. Praise for Divine Goodness. P. M. 7s 1 /^LORY be to God on high, ^^ God, whose glory fills the sky; Peace on earth to man forgiv'n, Man, the w^ell belov'd of heav'n. Glory be to God on high, God, whose glory fills the sky. 2 Favor'd mortals, raise the song; Endless thanks to God belong; Hearts o'erflowing with his praise, Join the hymns your voices raise: Glory be, &c.* 3 Mark the wonders of his hand ! Pow'r, no empire can withstand ; PRAISE TO GOD. 33 Wisdom, angels' glorious theme; Goodness, one eternal stream: Glory be, &c. 4 Awful Being ! from thy throne Send thy promis'd blessing down; Let thy light, thy trutli, thy peace, Bid our raging passions cease: Glory be, &c. I Exhortation to Praise. S. M. 1 /^OME, sound his praise abroad, V-' And hymns of glory sing ! Jehovah is the sov'reign God, The universal King. 2 He form'd the deeps unknown ; He gave the seas their bound; The wat'r}^ worlds are all his own, And all the solid ground. 3 Come, worship at his throne; Come, bow before the Lord: We are his works and not our own, He form'd us by his word. 4 To-day attend his voice, Nor dare provoke his rod; Come, like the people of his choice, And own your gracious God ! Praise to God for Redemption. C. M. 1 TNDUI.GENT Father ! how divine, ^ How bright thy bounties are! Through nature's ample round they shine, Thy goodness to declare. 2 But in the nobler work of grace, What sweeter mercy smiles In my benign Redeemer's face. And ev'ry fear beguiles ! 34 PRAISE TO GOD. 3 Such wonders, Lord, while I survey, To thee my thanks shall rise. When morning ushers in the day, Or ev'ning veils the skies. 4 When glimmering life resigns its flame, Thy praise shall tune my breath; The sweet remembrance of thy name Shall gild the shades of death, 5 But, oh ! how blest my song shall rise. When freed from feeble clay, And all thy glories meet mine eyes In one eternal day. 6 Not seraphs, who resound thy name, Through yon ethereal plains, Shall glow with a diviner flame, Or raise sublimer strains. oS Praise in time and in eternity. C. M. 1 T ONG as I live I'll bless thy name, -L^ God of eternal love ! My work and joy shall be the same Jn the bright world above. 2 Great is the Lord, his pow'r unknown, And let his praise be great : I'll sing the honors of thy throne, Thy works of grace repeat. 3 Thy grace shall dwell upon my tongue; And, vvhile my lips rejoice, The men that hear my sacred song Shall join their cheerful voice. 4 Fathers to sons shall teach thy name, And children learn thy ways; Ages to come thy truth proclaim, And nations sound thy praise. PRAISE TO GOD. 35 5 Thy glorious deeds of ancient date, Shall through the world be known: Thine arm of povv'r, thy heav'nly state, With public splendor shown. 6 The world is raanag'd by thy hands, Thy saints are rul'd by love ; And thine eternal kingdom stands. Though rocks and hills remove. I Praise for mercies. S. M. 1 r\ BLESS theLord, my soul! ^' Let all within me join. And aid my tongue to bless his name Whose favors are divine. 2 O bless the Lord, my soul ! Nor let his mercies lie Forgotten in unthankfulness, And without praises die. 3 'Tis he forgives thy sins; 'Tis he relieves thy pain; 'Tis he that heals thy sicknesses, And gives thee strength again. 4 He crowns thy life with love, When rescued from the grave, He, that redeem'd our souls from death, Hath boundless pow'r to save. 5 He fills the poor with good; He gives the sufF'rers rest. The Lord hath justice for the proud, And mercy for th' oppress'd. 6 His wondrous works and ways He made by Moses known; But sent the world his truth and grace By his beloved Son. 36 PRAISE TO GOD. o4: God worthy of the highest praise. L. M. 1 TN glad amazement, Lord, I stand J- Amidst the bounties of thy hand; How numberless those bounties are ! How rich, how various, and how fair ! 2 But O ! what poor returns I make ! "What lifeless thanks T pay thee back ! Lord ! I confess, with humble shame, My off 'rings scarce deserve the name 3 Fain would my laboring heart devise To bring some nobler sacrifice. It sinks beneath the mighty load: What shall I render to my God 1 4 To him I consecrate my praise, And vow the remnant of my days. Yet what, at best, can I pretend, Worthy such gifts from such a friend? 5 In deep abasement, Lord, I see My emptiness and poverty. Enrich my soul with grace divine, And make me worthier to be thine. 6 Give me at length an angel's tongue, That heav'n may echo with my song. The theme, too great for time, shall be The joy of long eternity. 55 God all and in all. S. M. 1 IVTY God, my life, my love, J-*J- To thee, to thee I call; I cannot live if thou remove. For thou art all in all.* 2 To thee, and thee alone, The angels owe their bliss ; They sit around thy gracious throne, And dwell where Jesus is. PRAISE TO GOD. 37 3 Not all the harps above Can make a heavenly place, If God his residence remove, Or but conceal his face. 4 Nor earth, nor all the sky Can one delight afford, No, not a drop of real joy, Without thy presence. Lord.* \ God glorious and Sinners saved. C. M. 1 LEATHER, how wide thy glories shine ! J- How high thy wonders rise ! Known through the earth by thousand signs, By thousands through the skies. 3 Those mighty orbs proclaim thy power. Their motions speak thy skill, And on the wings of ev'ry hour We read thy patience still. 3 But when we view thy strange desifi^n To save rebellious man, Our souls are fill'd with awe divine, To see what God performs. 4 When sinners break the Father's law, The dying Son atones; Oh, the dear mysteries of his cross! The triumph of his groans ! 5 Now" the full g-lories of the Lamb Adorn the heavenly plains; Sweet cherubs learn Immanuel's name. And try their choicest strains. 6 O may I bear some humble part In that immortal song; Wonder and joy shall tune my heart, And love command my tongue. 38 THE WORKS OF GOD. 5*7 God exalted above all praise. P. M. 8.8.6.8.8.6 1 "pARENT of good ! thy works of might -t 1 trace with wonder and dehght; Thy name is all divine. There's naught in earth or sea or air, Or heav'n itself, that's good or fair, But what is wholly thine. 2 Immensely high thy glories rise; They strike my soul with sweet surprise, And sacred pleasure yield; An ocean wide without a bound, Where ev'ry noble wish is drown'd, And ev'ry want is fill'd. 3 To thee my warm affections move. In sweet astonishment and love. While at thy feet I fall; I pant for naught beneath the skies; To thee my ardent wishes rise, O mine eternal All ! 4 What shall I do to spread thy praise. My God ! through my remaining days. Or how thy name adore? To thee I consecrate my breath; Let me be thine in life and death, And thine for evermore. THE WORKS OF GOD o8 God's love displayed in creation. C. M 1 TTAIL, great Creator, wise and good I AJ. To thee our songs we raise. Nature, through all her various scenes, Invites us to thy praise THE WORKS OF GOD, 39 2 At morning, noon, and ev'ning mild, Fresh wonders strike our view; And while we ffaze, our hearts exult With transports ever new. 3 Thy glory beams in ev'ry star Which gilds the gloom of night, And decks the smiling face of morn With rays of cheerful light. 4 The lofty hill, the humble lawn, With countless beauties shine : The silent grove, the awful shade, Proclaim thy pow'r divine. 5 Great nature's God! still may these scenes Our serious hours engage ! Still may our grateful hearts consult Thy works' instructive page ! 6 And while in all thy wondrous works Thy varied love we see. Still may the contemplation lead Our hearts, O (jod, to thee ! ) t^ll the woi'ks of God praise him. L. M. 1 ^T^HE spacious firmament on high, -* Willi all the blue ethereal sky. And spangled heav'ns, a shining frame, Their great Original proclaim. 2 Til' unwearied sun, from day to day. Does his Creator's pow'r display, And publishes to ev'ry land The work of an almighty hand. 3 Soon as the ev'ning shades prevail, The moon takes up the wondrous tale, And nightly to the list'ning earth Repeats the story of her birth: 4 Whilst all the stars that round her burn, And all the planets in their turn, 4 40 THE WORKS OF GOD. Confirm the tidings, as they roll, And spread the truth from pole to pole. 5 What though in solemn silence all Move round this dark terrestrial ball ? What though no real voice nor sound Amidst their radiant orbs be found ? 6 In reason's ear tiiey all rejoice, And utter forth a glorious voice, For ever singing, as they shine — The hand that made us is divine. 00 -^11 things dependent oil God. C. M, 1 T T/'E sing th' almighty pow'r of God ' ' Who bade the mountains rise, Who spread the flowing seas abroad, And built the lofty skies. 2 We sing the wisdom that ordain'd The sun to rule the day ; The moon shines full at his command, And all the stars obey. 3 We sing the goodness of the Lord, Who fills the earth with food; Who form'd his creatures by a word, And then pronounc'd them good. 4 Lord, how thy wonders are display'd, Where'er we turn our eyes, Whether we view the ground we tread, Or gaze upon the skies ! 5 There's not a plant nor flow'r below, But makes thy glories known: And clouds arise, and tempests blow, By order from thy throne, 6 On thee each moment we depend; If thou withdraw, we die. Oh may we ne'er that God offend, Who is for ever nigh ! THE WORKS OF GOD. 41 01 The inches of divine goodness. L. M. 1 I ET the high heavens your songs invite; ' ^ Those spacious fields of brilliant light, Wliere sun, and moon, and planets roll, And stars that glow from pole to pole. 2 Sing earth in verdant robes array'd, Its herbs and flowers, its fruits and shade, Peopled with life of various forms, Of tish, and fowl, and beasts, and worms.* 3 But O ! that brighter world above, Where lives and reigns incarnate love ! God's only Son, in flesh array'd. For man a bleeding victim made! 4 Thither, my soul, with rapture soar. There in the land of praise adore; The theme demands an angel's lay, Demands an everlasting day. 62t Mlnature praises God. P. M. 8.7.8.7.8.8.7. 1 'l^HE earth, where'er I turn mine eye, -■- Reveals her Maker's glory; Through day and night the shining sky Of praise repeats its story; Who for the sun there fix'd his place .'' Who clothes him with majestic grace } The starry hosts — who leads them ? 2 Who rules the restless raging winds ? The clouds, in rain distilling.' And who the lap of earth un'iinds, Our stores with plenty filling ? Great God, thy praises shall abide, And, with thy goodness, reach as wide As wide creation reaches. 3 But man, — a body, of thy hand The marvelous formation ; 'Tis man, — a soul to understand Thy wonders of creation; 42 THE WORKS OF GOD. 'Tis man, — who to himself supplies Best proof that thou art good and wise, — Who best should sing thy praises. 4 Now pay thine honors to his name, My soul, his glories telling: Thy Father and thy God proclaim, The world's glad anthem swelling: Let all our race, with one accord, Love, trust, and serve our common Lord: Who can refuse to serve him ! 63 The Ministry of Angels. L. M. 1 /^REAT God ! what hosts of angels stand ^^ In shining ranks at thy right hand, Arrayed in robes of dazzling light, With pinions stretch'd for distant flight ! 2 Immortal fires ! seraphic flames ! Who can recount their various names ? In strength and beauty they excel ; For near the throne of God they dwell. 3 How eagerly they wish to know The duties he would have them do: What joy their active spirits feel, To execute their Sov'reign's wiU! 4 Hither, at his command, they fly To guard the beds on which we lie; To shield our persons niglit and day, And scatter all our fears away. 5 Send, O m)' God, some angel down, (Though to a mortal eye unknown,) To guide and guard my doubtful way Up to the realms of endless day. 64 The soul. C. M. 1 TTJ'HAT is the thing of greatest price, Vt The whole creation round? That whicli was lost in Paradise, That which in Christ is found: PROVIDENCE OF GOD. 43 2 The soul of man — Jehovah's breath, That keeps two worlds at strife ; Hell moves beneath to work its death; Heaven stoops to give it life. 3 God, to redeem it, did not spare His well beloved Son; Jesus, to save it, deign'd to bear The sins of all in one. 4 And is this treasure borne below. In earthen vessels frail ? Can none its utmost value know, Till flesh and spirit fail? 5 Then let us gather round the cross, That knowledge to obtain; Not by the soul 's eternal loss, But everlasting gain. PROVIDENCE OF GOD. Volume of Divine Providence. C. M 1 1 ET the whole race of creatures lie A-^ Abas'd before the Lord ! Whate'er his pow'rful hand has form'd, He governs with a word. 2 Ten thousand ages ere the skies Were into motion brought, All the long years and worlds to come Stood present to his thought. 3 There's not a sparrow or a worm O'erlook'd in his decrees; He raises monarchs to a throne, Or sinks with equal ease. 4 If light attend the course I go, 'Tis he provides the rays; And 'tis his hand that hides the sun. If darkness cloud my days. 44 PROVIDENCE OF GOD. 5 Trusting his wisdom and his love, I would not wish to know What in the book of his decrees Awaits me here below. 6 Be this alone my fervent pray'r, Whatever my lot shall be, Or joys, or sorrows, may they form My soul for heav'n and thee ! 06 God''s disjiensalions merciful. C M. 1 T^HE Lord, how fearful is his name ! -■- How wide is his command ! Nature, with all her moving frame, Rests on his mighty hand. 2 Immortal glory forms his throne, And light his awful robe, Whilst, with a smile or with a frown, He manages the globe. 3 Adoring angels round him fall, In all their shining forms; His sovereign eye looks o'er them all. And pities mortal worms * 4 Now, let the Lord for ever reign, And sway us as he will; Sick or in health, in ease or pain, We are his fav'rites still. 67' God provides for all. L. M. 1 f^ REATEST of beings, source of life, ^J Sov'reign of air, and earth, and sea! All nature feels thy pow'r; but man A grateful tribute pays to thee. 2 Subject to wants, to thee he looks, And from thy goodness seeks supplies; And when, oppressed with guilt, he mourns Thy mercy lifts him to the skies. PROVIDENCK OF OOD. 45 3 Children, whose little minds, unform'd, Ne'er rais'd a tender thought to lieav'n; And men, whom reason lifts to God, Though oft by passion downward driv'n;* 4 All, great Creator! all are thine; All feel thy providential care ; And, through each varying scene of life, Alike thy constant pity share. 5 And, whether grief oppress the heart, Or whether joy elate the breast, Or life still keep its little course, Or death invite the heart to rest: 6 All are thy messengers, and all Thy sacred pleasure, Lord, obey; And all are training man to dwell Nearer to bliss, and nearer thee. 68 GoWs appointments wise and good. L. M. 1 nn HROUGH all the various shifting scene -■ Of life's mistaken ill or good, Thy hand, O God, conducts, unseen, The beautiful vicissitude. 2 Thou givest with paternal care, Howe'er unjustly we complain, To all tlieir necessary share Of joy and sorrow, health and pain. 3 Trust we to youth, or friends, or pow'r ? Fix we on this terrestrial ball ? When most secure, the coming hour, If thou see fit, may blast them all. 4 Thy pow'rful consolations cheer; Thy smiles suppress the deep-fetch'd sigh ; Thy hand can dry the trickling tear, That secret wets the widow's eye. 5 All things on earth, and all in heav'n On thine eternal will depend; G10D ^ His 46 PROVIDENCE OF GOD. And all for greater good were giv'n, Would man pursue th' appointed end. 6 Be this my care; — To all beside, IndifF'rent let my wishes be. Passion be calm, abas'd be pride, And fix'd my soul, great God ! on thee. 09 God''s ways incomprehensible. C. M. moves in a mysterious way, is wonders to perform, He plants his footsteps in the sea, And rides upon the storm. 2 Deep in unfathomable mines Of never-failing skill, He treasures up his bright designs, And works his sov'reign will. 3 Ye fearful saints! fresh courage take: The clouds ye so much dread Are big with mercy, and will break In blessings on your head. 4 Judge not the Lord by feeble sense. But trust him for his grace; Behind a froAvning providence He hides a smiling face. 5 His purposes will ripeti fast, Unfolding ev'ry hour; The bud may have a bitter taste, But sweet will be the flow'r. 6 Blind unbelief is sure to err, And scan his work in vain. God is his own interpreter. And he will make' it plain. 70t Hope in GocVs mercy. P. M. 8.7.8.7.8.8.7. 1 T?ROM deep distress lo thee I pray; -T O God, hear my entreaty ! Turn not thy face from me away, But show thy tender pity : I PROVIDENCE OF GOD. 47 As judge, shouldst thou my deeds regard, In justice weighing due award, How could I stand the trial ! 2 With thee should mercy not prevail To show to man thy favor, His ev'ry act his guilt would swell, Vain were his best endeavor. His goodness, in its utmost length, Reveals his utter want of strength, — He must rely on mercy. 3 On God alone, and on his grace. Can I securely rest me ; . *t He sees my heart, he heais distress, — To him, then, why not trust me? He owns a Father's name, and knows The full amount of human woes — On him be my reliance ! 4 Should comfort seem afar to keep, I'll not sink down despairing; They who in godly sorrow weej) Shall find a gracious hearing: Thus Christians do, and they are blest In God, their confidence and rest. Their comfort and Redeemer. 5 Many and great my sins, I own, But greater God's free mercies: From wrath I flee to his dear Son, Who bore for me its curses: And he will be my shepherd too, Will all my troubles guide me through, To rest with him in glory. God the refuge of his children. L. M. GOD is the refuge of his saints, When storms of deep distress invade, Ere we can offer our complaints, Behold him present with his aid 48 PROVIDENCE OF GOD 2 Let mountains from their seats be hurl'd Down to the deep, and buried there; Convulsions shake the solid world : Our faith shall never yield to fear. 3 Loud may the troubled ocean roar, In sacred peace our souls abide; « While ev'ry nation, ev'ry shore Trembles and dreads the swelling tide. 4 'Midst storms and tempests. Lord, thy word Does ev'ry rising fear control; Sweet peace thy promises afford, And well sustain the fainting soul. i^ Divine goodness a ground of triist. S. M. 1 /^IVE to the winds thy fears; ^^ Hope, and be undismay'd : God hears thy sighs, and counts thy tears, And shall lift up thy head. 2 Through waves and clouds and storms, He gently clears thy way ; Wait thou his time, so shall this night Soon end in joyous day. 3 What though thou rulest not ? Yet heav'n, and earth, and hell Proclaim, God sitteth on the throne, And ruleth all things well. 4 Thine everlasting truth, Father, thy ceaseless love, Sees all thy children's wants, and knows What best for each will prove. 5 And whatsoe'er thou will'st, Thou dost, O King of kings; What thine unerring wisdom chose. Thy pow'r to being brings. 6 Let us in life, in death, Thy steadfast truth declare; And publish with our latest breath. Thy love and guardian care. PROVIDENCE OF GOD. 49 "yS Gorf appointeth affliction. L. M. 1 "VrOT from relentless fate's dark womb, -L ' Or from the dust, our troubles come. No fickle chance presides o'er grief, To cause the pain, or send relief. 2 Look up, and see, ye sorrowing saints! The cause and cure of your complaints. Know, 'tis your heav'nly father's will: Bid ev'ry murmur then be still. 3 He sees we need the painful yoke ; Yet love directs his heaviest stroke. He takes no pleasure in our smart, But wounds to heal and cheer the heart. 4 Blest trials those that cleanse from sin, And make the soul all pure within, Wean the fond mind from earthly toys, To seek and taste celestial joys ! ^ ^ God a present help in trouble. C. M. 1 rpo calm the sorrows of the mind, *- Our heav'nly Friend is nigh, To wipe the anxious tear that starts Or trembles in the eye. 2 Thou canst, when anguish rends the heart, The secret wo control ; The inward malady canst heal, The sickness of the soul. 3 Thou canst repress the rising sigh ; Canst soothe each mortal care ; And ev'ry deep and heart- felt groan Is wafted to thine ear. 4 Thy gracious eye is watchful still; Thy potent arm can save From threat'nmg danger and disease, And the devouring grave. 50 PROVIDENCE OF GOD. 5 When, pale and languid all the frame, The ruthless hand of pain Arrests the feeble pow'rs of life, The help of man is vain. 6 'Tis thou, great God ! alone canst check The progress of disease; And sickness, aw'd by pow^'r divinCj The high command obeys. 7 Eternal source of life and health, And ev'ry bliss we feel ! In sorrow^ and in joy, to thee Our grateful hearts appeal. "7^5 Man's dependence on God. C. M. 1 T ET others boast how strong they be, -Li Nor death nor danger fear; While we confess, O Lord, to thee. What feeble things we are. 2 F'resh as the grass our bodies stand. And flourish bright and gay: A blasting wind sweeps o'er the land, And fades the grass away. 3 Our life contains a thousands springs, And dies if one be gone: Strange ! that a harp of thousand strings Should keep in tune so long. 4 But 'tis our God supports our frame, The God that form'd us first: Salvation to th' almighty name That rear'd us from the dust. 5 While we have breath, or life, or tongues, Our Maker we'll adore. His spirit moves our heaving lungs. Or they would breathe no more. PROVIDENCE OF GOD. 51 \ God our pleasure. P.M. 6.6.6.6.8.8. 1 TTPWARD I lift mine eyes, ^ From God is alJ mine aid; The God who built the skies, And earth's foundations laid. God is the tovv'r To which I fly: His grace is nigh In ev'ry hour. 2 My feet shall never slide Or fall in fatal snares; Since God, my guard and guide, Defends me from my fears. Those wakeful eyes That never sleep, His children keep. When dangers rise. 3 No burning heats by day, Nor blasts of ev'ning air, Shall take my health away, If God be with me there. Thou art my sun, And thou my shade. To guard my head By night or noon.* The people of God safe. L. M. ! ''pHEY, that have made their refuge God, "^ Shall find a most secure abode; Shall walk all day beneath his shade. And there at night shall rest their head. 2 If burning beams of noon conspire To dart a pestilential fire, God is their life; his wings are spread, To shield them 'midst ten thousand dead. 3 If vapors with malignant breath Rise thick, and scatter midnight death: 52 PROVIDENCE OF GOD. Still they are safe; the poison 'd air Again grows pure, if God be there. 4 But if the tire, or plag-ue, or sword. Receive commission from the Lord, To strike his saints among the rest, Their very pains and death are blest. 5 The sword, the pestilence, or fire, Shall but fulfil their best desire; From sins and sorrov/s set them free. And bring thy children, Lord ! to thee. *78 Trust in the Promises of God. C. M. 1 A ND art thou with us, gracious Lord, -^ To dissipate our fear ? Dost thou proclaim thyself our God, Our God for ever near ? 2 Doth thy right hand, which form'd the earth, And bears up all the skies, Stretch from on high its friendly aid, When dangers round us rise? 3 And wilt thou lead our weary souls To that delightful scene Where rivers of salvation flow Through pastures ever green } 4 On thy support our souls shall lean. And banish ev'ry care; The gloomy vale of death shall smile, If God be with us there. 5 While we his gracious succor prove, 'Midst all our various ways. The darkest shades through which we pass Shall echo with his praise. 79 God our Shepherd. P. M. 6 8s. 1 'T^HE Lord my pasture shall prepare, -»■ And feed me with a shepherd's care: His presence shall my wants supply, And guard me with a watchful eye; PROVIDENCE OF GOD. 53 My noon-day walks lie shall attend, And all my inidniglit hours defend. 2 When on the sultry glebe I faint, Or on the thirsty mountain pant, To fertile vales and dewy meads My weary wand 'ring steps he leads. Where peaceful rivers, soft and slow, Amid the verdant landscape flow. 3 Though in a bare and rugged way, Through devious lonely wilds I stray. Thy goodness shall my pains beguile, The barren wilderness shall smile, With sudden greens and herbage crown'd. And streams shall murmur all around. 4 Though in the paths of death I tread, With gloomy horrors overspread, My steadfast heart shall fear no ill. For thou, O Lord, art with me still; Thy friendly crook shall give me aid, And guide me through the dreadful shade. 80 Prosperity from God. CM. 1 O HINE on our souls, eternal God ! *^ With rays of mercy shine: O let thy favor crown our days, And their whole course be thine. 2 Did we not raise our hands to thee, Our hands might toil in vain : Small joy success itself could give, If thou thy love restrain. 3 'Tis ours the furrows to prepare. And sow the precious grain: 'Tis thine to give the sun and air, And to command the rain. 4 With thee let ev'ry week begin, With thee each day be spent. For thee each fleeting hour improv'd, Since each by thee is lent. 54 PROVIDENCE OF GOD. 5 Thus cheer us through this toilsome road Till all our labors cease; And thus prepare our weary souls For everlasting peace. Sx In traveling. CM. J TTOW are thy servants blest, O Lord ! -TJ- How sure is their defence ! Eternal Wisdom is their guide, Their help Omnipotence. 2 In foreign realms and lands remote, Supported by thy care, They pass unhurt through burning climes, And breathe in tainted air. 3 Thy mercy gladdens ev'ry soil. Makes ev'ry region please; Tlie hoary frozen hills it warms, And smoothes the boistVous seas. 4 Though by the dreadful tempest toss'd High on the broken wave, They know thou art not slow to hear. Nor impotent to save. 5 The storm is laid, the winds retire Obedient to thy will; The sea, that roars at thy command, At thy command is still. 6 From all my griefs and straits, O Lord ! Thy mercy sets me free; Whilst in the confidence of prayer My heart takes hold on thee. 7 In midst of dangers, fears, and deaths, Thy goodness I'll adore; And praise thee for thy mercies past. And humbly hope for more. 8 My hfe, while thou preserv'st my life, Thy sacrifice shall be; And oh ! may death, when death shall come. Unite my soul to thee ! PROVIDENCE OF GOD. 55 Dark Providence. C. M. THY way, O God, is in the sea, Thy paths [ cannot trace, Nor comprehend the mystery Of thine unbounded grace. Here the dark veils of flesh and sense My captive soul surround; Mysterious deeps of providence My wond'ring thoughts confound. As through a glass, I dimly see The wonders of thy love, How little do I know of thee. Or of the joys above ! 'Tis but in part I know Ihy will: I bless thee for the sight; When will thy love the rest reveal, In glory's clearer light? With raptures shall I then survey Thy providence and grace; And spend an everlasting day In wonder, love, and praise. Elijah fed by Ravens. L. M TT7HEN God's own people stand in need, ' ' His goodness will provide supplies: Thus, when Elijah faints for bread, A raven to his succor flies. At God's command, with speedy wings, The hungry bird resigns its prey. And to the holy prophet brings The needful portion day by day.* This wonder oft has been renew 'd. And saints by sweet experience find Their evil overrul'd for good, Their foes to friendly deeds inclin'd. Who can distrust that mighty hand Which rules with universal sway. Which nature's laws can countermand. Or feed us by a bird of prey ! 56 PROVIDENCE OF GOD. ^4: Providence. L. M. 1 nPHY ways, O Lord ! with wise design, J- Are fram'd upon thy throne above And every dark and bending line Meets in the centre of thy love. 2 With feeble light, and half obscure, Poor mortals thine arrangements view; Not knowing that the least are sure, And the mysterious just and true. 3 Thy flock, thine own peculiar care. Though now they seem to roam uneyed Are led or driven only where They best and safest may abide. 4 They neither know nor trace the way: But whilst they trust thy guardian eye, Their feet shall ne'er to ruin stray. Nor shall the weakest fail or die. 5 My favor 'd soul shall meekly learn To lay her reason at thy throne; Too weak thy secrets to discern, I'll trust thee for my guide alone. 85t God our Father. P. M. 8.7.8.7.8.7.7.8.7.7. IAS the eagle fondly hovers -^ O'er its young defenceless brood, So my God from (lunger covers. Granting me ali needed good. With a father's love he eyed me. When began mine infant days; Ere my heart could mean his praise. He with watchful care supplied me. All things else their time will last. But His love, when time is past. 2 For me, wretched — hopeless lying, — Worthy of his wrath alone, He to shame, and griefs, and dying, Gave his well beloved Son. PROVIDENCE OF GOD. 57 Who the love of God can measure? None of all our feeble race, — While, on ev'ry side, we trace Proofs that mercy is his pleasure. Great my sins, but high above Reaches his unbounded love. 3 As my teacher, to direct me, He has sent his Spirit too : Who, to comfort and protect me, Should his scheme of love pursue; And, while I am sin bewailing, Give me hope; — in weakness, strength, Light in darkness; — till, at length, I might sing his grace unfailing, And, though earthly griefs annoy, Triumph still with holy joy. 4 Shall I, weary of confiding, Fear what may the future be ? Since on earth I've been residing, God has daily cared for me. When I think what he has sent me, — Comforts for my earthly home. Pledges for the life to come, — What more need I to content me? Shall I my own weakness fear ? He, my confidence, is near. 5 O how many springs of sadness Has my God in mercy dried ! And how many streams of gladness To my soul has he supplied ! When his purpose he's concealing, On his wisdom I will rest, — Still he's doing what is best, All my ills and anguish healing: His, a father's love to me. Has been, and will ever be. SB- PROVIDENCE OF GOD. 86 Consolatory reflections on Providence. L. M. 1 ?nniS wisdom, mercy, love divine, J- Which mingles blessings with our cares; And shall our thankless heart repine That we obtain not all our prayers ? 2 From want of faith our sorrows flow, Short-sighted mortals, weak and blind, Bend down their eyes to earth and woe, And doubt if Providence be kind. 3 Should heaven with every wish comply, Say, would the grant relieve the care.^ Perhaps the good for which we sigh Might change its name and prove a snare. 4 Were once our vain desires subdued, The will resign 'd, the heart at rest; In every scene we should conclude The will of heaven is right, is best. O it Praise for God''s providence and grace. C. M. 1 4 LMIGHTY Father! gracious Lord! -^ Kind guardian of my days ! Thy mercies let my heart record In songs of grateful praise. 2 In life's first dawn, my tender frame Was thine indulgent care, Long ere I could pronounce thy name, Or breathe the infant pray'r. 3 When reason with my stature grew, How weak her brightest ray ! How little of my God I knew ! How apt from thee to stray ! 4 Around my path what dangers rose ! What snares o'erspread my road! No pow'r could guard me from my foes, Rut my preserver, God. PROVIDENCE OF GOD. 59 5 When life hung trembling on a breath, 'Twas thy unceasing love That sav'd me from impending death, And bade my fears remove. 6 Lord, though this mortal frame decays, And earthly comfort flies. Complete the wonders of thy grace, And raise me to the skies. 88 Fear not. CM. 1 "VTE trembling souls ! dismiss your fears; JL Be mercy all your theme; Mercy, which like a river flows In one continued stream. 2 Fear not the pow'rs of earth and hell: God will these pow'rs restrain; His mighty arm their rage repel, And make their efforts vain. 3 Fear not the want of outward good: He still for his provides, Grants them supplies of daily food, And gives them heav'n besides. 4 Fear not that he will e'er forsake. Or leave his work undone; He's faithful to his promises, And faithful to his Son. 5 Fear not the terrors of the grave. Nor death's tremendous sting: He will from endless wrath preserve. To endless glory bring. 6 You in his Avisdom, pow'r, and grace, May confidently trust: His wisdom guides, his pow'r protects, His grace rewards the just. bU DEPRAVITY OF MAN. FALL AND DEPRAVITY OF MAN. o9 Corrxipt JS^ature from Jidam. C. M. 1 TILESS'D with the joys of innocence, -D Our father Adam stood, Till he debas'd his soul to sense, And ate th' unlawful food. 2 Now we are born a sensual race, To sinful joys inclin'd; Reason has lost its native place, And flesh enslaves the mind. 3 While flesh and sense and passion reign, Sin is the sweetest good: We fancy music in our chain, And so forget the load. 4 Great God, renew our ruin'd frame, Our broken pow'rs restore, Inspire us with a heav'nly flame, And flesh shall reign no more. 5 Eternal Spirit, write thy law Upon our inward parts. And let the second Adam draw His image on our hearts. 90t (h'iginal Sin. C. M. 1 T ORD, I would spread my sore distress -L^ And guilt before thine eyes; Against thy laws, against thy grace. How high my crimes arise ! 2 I from the stock of Adam came. Unholy and unclean; All my original is shame. And all my nature sin. 3 Born in a world of guilt, I drew Contagion with my breath; And as my days advanced, I grew A juster prey for death. DEPRAVITY OF MAN. 61 4 Cleanse me, O Lord, and cheer my soul With thy forgiving love; O ! make my broken spirit whole, And bid my pains remove. 5 Let not thy Spirit e'er depart, Nor drive me from thy face; Create anew my sinful heart. And fill it with thy grace. The dec eitf Illness of Sin. C. M. 1. OIN has a thousand treach'rous arts ^ To practice on the mind; With flatt'ring looks she tempts our hearts, But leaves a sting behind. 2 With names of virtue she deceives The aged and the young; And while the heedless wretch believes, She makes his fetters strong. 3 She pleads for all the joy she brings, And gives a fair pretence; But cheats the soul of heav'nly things. And chains it down to sense. 4 So on a tree divinely fair Grew the forbidden food; Our mother took the poison there, And tainted all her blood. Adam and Christ, Lords of Creation. L. M. LORD, what was man when made at first, Adam, the offspring of the dust, That thou shouldst set him and his race But just below an angel's place? That thou shouldst raise his nature so. And make him lord of all below; Make every beast and bird submit, And lay the fishes at his feet? But, oh, what brighter glories wait To crown the second Adam's state ! 62 DEPRAVITY OF MAN. What honors shall thy Son adorn, Who condescended to be born! 4 See him below his angels made, See him in dust amongst the dead, To save a ruin'd world from sin; But he shall reign with pow'r divine. 5 The world to come, redeem'd from all The mis'ries that attend the fall, New-made, and glorious, shall submit At our exalted Savior's feet. 03t Desiring assurance of the Divine Favor. L. M. 1 TN vain the world's alluring smile J- Would my unwary heart beguile; Deluding world ! its brightest day — Dream of a moment — flits away. 2 To nobler bliss my soul aspires; Come, Lord, and fill these large desires With power, and light, and love divine; O, speak, and tell me thou art mine. 3 The blissful word, with joy replete, Shall bid my gloomy fears retreat; And heavenly hope, serenely bright, Illume and cheer my darkest night. 4 So shall my joyful spirit rise. On wings of faith, above the skies, Then dwell for ever near thy throne. In joys to mortal thought unknown. 94 The prosperity of sinners cursed. L. M. 1 1 ORD, what a thoughtless wretch was I, -*-^ To mourn, and murmur, and repine To see the wicked plac'd on high, In pride and robes of honor shine ! 2 But, oh, their end, their dreadful end! Thy sanctuary taught me so: On slipp'ry rocks 1 sec them stand, And fiery billows roll below.* I DEPRAVITY OF MAN. 63 3 Their fancied joys, how fast they flee ! Like dreams as fleeting and as vain, Their songs of softest liarmony Are but a prelude to their pain. 4 Now I esteem their mirth and wine Too dear to purchase with my blood; Lord, 'tis enough that thou art mine, My life, my portion, and my God. 05 The ivorliVs three chief temptations. C. M 1 T117HEN in the light of faith divine VV We look on things below, Honor, and gold, and sensual joy. How vain and dang'rous too! 2 Honor's a puff of noisy breath; Yet men expose their blood, And venture everlasting death To gain that airy good. 3 Whilst others starve the nobler mind, And feed on shining dust, They sacrifice eternal bliss To mean and sordid lust. 4 The pleasures that allure our sense Are dang'rous snares to souls; There's but a drop of flatt'ring sweet, And dash'd with bitter bowls. 5 God is mine all-sufiicient good, My portion and my choice; In him my vast desires are fill'd. And all my pow'rs rejoice.* 96 The end of the ivorld. C. M. 1. TXTHY should this earth delight us so? W Why should we fix our eyes On these low grounds where sorrows grow, And ev'ry pleasure dies ? 2 While time his sharpest tooth prepares Our comforts to devour, 64 DEPRAVITY OF MAN. There is a land above the stars, And joys above his pow'r. 3 Nature shall be dissolv'd, and die, The sun must end his race, The earth and sea away shall fly Before my Savior's face. 4 When will that glorious morning rise? When the last trumpet sound, And call the nations to the skies, From underneath the ground ? O « The vanity of earthly things. L. M 1 T\7 HAT are possessions, fame, and pow'r, » » The boasted splendor of the great? What gold, which dazzled eyes adore, And seek with endless toils and sweat? 2 Express their charms, declare their use, That we their merits may descry; Tell us what good they can produce, Or what important wants supply. 3 If, wounded with the sense of sin, To them for pardon we should pray, Will they restore our peace within, And wash our guilty stains away? 4 Can they celestial life inspire, Nature Avith pow'r divine renew, With pure and sacred transports fire Our bosom, and our lusts subdue? 5 When with the pangs of death we strive, And yield all comforts here for lost, Will they support us, will they give Kind succor, when we need it most? 6 When at th' Almighty's awful bar To hear our final doom we stand. Can they incline the Judge to spare. Or wrest the vengeance from his hand ? CHfUST. 65 7 Can they protect us from despair, From the dark reign of death and hell, Crown us with bliss, and throne us where The just, in joys immortal, dwell? 8 Sinners, your idols we despise, If these reliefs they cannot grant; Why should we such delusions prize, And pine in everlasting want ? 98t Expostulation. P. M. 7s. 1 O INNER, what has earth to show ^ Like the joys believers know ? Is thy path of fading flowers Half so bright, so sweet, as ours ? 2 Doth a skillful, healing friend On thy daily path attend. And where thorns and stings abound, Shed a balm on ev'ry wound ? 3 When the tempest rolls on high, Hast thou still a refuge nigh ? Can, oh, can thy dying breath Summon one more strong than death ? 4 Canst thou, in that awfnl day. Fearless tread the gloomy way. Plead a glorious ransom given, Burst from earth, and soar to heaven? CHRIST. 99 The Deity and Humanity of Christ. L. M. 1 Tj^ RE the blue heav 'ns were stretch 'd abroad, J-^ From everlasting was the Word; With God he was; the Word was God, And mast divinely be ador'd. 2 By his own power were all things made; By him supported all things stand: He is the whole creation's Head, And angels fly at his command. 66 CHRIST. 3 Ere sin was born, or Satan fell, He led the host of morning stars; (Thy generation who can tell, Or count the number of thy years?) .4 But lo, he leaves those heav'nly forms, The Word descends and dwells in clay, That he may converse hold with worms, Drest in such feeble flesh as they. 5 Mortals with joy beheld his face, Th' eternal Father's only Son; How full of truth ! how full of grace ! When through his form the Godhead shone. 6 Archangels leave their high abode, To learn new myst'ries here, and tell The love of our descending God, The glories of Immanuel. 100 God the Son equal xoith the Father. L. M 1 T> RIGHT King of glory, dreadful God! Jj Our spirits bow before thy seat, To thee we lift an humble thought, And worship at thine awful feet. 2 A thousand seraphs, strong and bright, Stand round the glorious Deity; But who amongst the sons of light Pretends comparison with thee ! 3 Yet there is one of human frame, Jesus, array 'd in flesh and blood, Thinks it no robbery to claim A full equality with God. 4 Their glory shines with equal beams; Their essence is for ever one. Though they are known by different names, The Father God, and God the Son. 5 Then let the name of Christ our King With equal honors be ador'd; His praise let ev'ry angel sing, And all the nations own their Lord. HIS INCARNATION. 67 101 The Divinity of Christ. C. M. 1 nPHEE we adore, eternal Word ! A The Father's equal Son; By heaven's obedient hosts ador'd Ere time its course begun. 2 The first creation has display'd Thine energy divine; For not a single thing Avas made By other hands than thine. 3 But ransom 'd sinners, with delight, Sublimer facts survey, — The all-creating Word unites Himself to dust and clay. 4 Creation's Author now assumes A creature's humble form; A man of grief and woe becomes, Is trod on like a vvorm. 5 The Lord of glory bears the shame To vile transgressors due; Justice the Prince of life condemns To die in anguish too. 6 God over all, for ever blest. The righteous curse endures; And thus, to souls with sin distrest, Eternal bliss insures. 7 What wonders in thy person meet, My Savior, all divine ! I fall with rapture at thy feet, And would be wholly thine. 102 jyiessiah. L. M. 1 /^ LORY to God ! who reigns above, ^-^ Who dwells in light, whose name is love, Ye saints and angels, if ye can. Declare the love of God to man. 2 O what can more his love commend, His dear, his only Son to send! 68 CHRIST. That man, condemn'd to die, might live, And God be glorious to forgive ! 3 Messiah's come — with joy behold The days by prophets long foretold : Judah, thy royal sceptre's broke; And time still proves what Jacob spoke. 4 Daniel, thy weeks are all expir'd, — The time prophetic seals requir'd; Cut off for sins, but not his own, The Prince, Messiah, doth atone. 5 We see the prophecies fulfill'd In Jesus, that most wondrous child: His birth, his life, his death, combine To prove his character divine. 103 The AngeVs message to the shepherds. C. M. 1 / \N Judah 's plains as shepherds sat, ^-^ Watching their flocks by night, The angel of the Lord appear'd, Clad in celestial light. 2 Awe-struck the vision they regard. Appall 'd with ti'embling fear; When thus a cherub-voice divine Breath'd sweetly on their ear: 3 " Shepherds of Judah ! cease your fears. And calm your troubled mind; Glad tidings of great joy I bring To you and all mankind. 4 This day almighty love fulfils Its great eternal word; This day is born in Bethlehem A Savior, Christ the Lord. 5 There shall you find the heav'nly babe In humblest weeds array 'd; AH meanly wrapp'd in swaddling clothes And in a manger laid." HIS ADVENT. 69 6 He ceas'd, and sudden all around Appear'd a radiant throng Of angels, praising God, and thus Warbling their choral song: 7 "Glory to God, from whom on high All-graciv^us mercies flow! Who sends his heav'n-descended peace To dwell with man below." 104: The birth of Christ joy to the world. P. M. 1 TTARK! what celestial notes, n What melody we hear! Soft on the morn it floats, And fills the ravish 'd ear. The tuneful shell, The golden lyre And vocal choir , The concert swell. 2 Th' angelic hosts descend, With harmony divine; See how from heav'n they bend, And in full chorus join. Fear not, say they; Great joy we bring: Jesus, your King, Is born to-day. 3 He comes, from error's night Your wand 'ring feet to save; To realms of bliss and light He hfts you from the grave. This glorious morn, (Let all attend!) Your matchless friend. Your Savior's born. 4 Glory to God on high ! Ye mortals, spread the sound, And let your raptures fly To earth's remotest bound: 70 CHRIST. For peace on earth, From God in heav'n, To man is giv'n, At Jesus' birth. 105 The advent of the Savior. C. M. 1 TT ARK, the glad sound, the Savior comes, -n The Savior promis'd long ! Let ev'ry heart prepare a throne, And ev'ry voice a song. 2 On him the Spirit, largely pour'd, Exerts his sacred fire; Wisdom, and might, and zeal, and love, His holy breast inspire. 3 He comes the pris'ners to release, In Satan's bondage held: The gates of brass before him burst, The iron fetters yield. 4 He comes, from thickest films of vice To clear the mental ray; And on the eyes, oppress 'd with night, To pour celestial day. 5 He comes, the broken heart to bind, The bleeding soul to cure. And with the treasures of his grace, T' enrich the humble poor. 6 Our glad hosannas. Prince of peace ! Thy welcome shall proclaim; And heaven's eternal arches ring With thy beloved name. XOO Christ the Messenger of mercy. S. M. 1 T> AISE your triumphant songs A*- To an immortal tune; Let the wide earth resound the deeds Celestial grace has done. HIS ADVENT. 7l 2 Sing how eternal love Its chief Beloved chose, And bade him raise our wretched race From their abyss of woes. 3 His hand no thunder bears, No terror clothes his brow; No bolts to drive our guilty souls To fiercer flames below. 4 'Twas mercy fill'd the throne, No wrath stood frowning by, When Christ was sent with pardon down To rebels doom'd to die. 5 Now, sinners, dry your tears; Let hopeless sorrow cease; Bow to the sceptre of his love, And take the offer 'd peace. lO • Christ comes to destroy sin. C. M. 1 TOY to the world ! the Lord has come ! ♦^ Let earth receive her King: Let ev'ry heart prepare him room, And heaven and nature sing. 2 Joy to the earth ! the Savior reigns, Let men their songs employ; While fields and floods, rocks, hills, and plains. Repeat the sounding joy. 3 No more let sins and sorrows grow, Nor thorns infest the ground; He comes to make his blessings flow Far as the curse is found. 4 He rules the world with truth and grace, And makes the nations prove The glories of his righteousness, And wonders of his love. 6 72 CHRIST. I OS Glory and goodness in Christ^s mission. C. M. 1 TTIGH let us swell our tuneful notes n And join th' angelic throng ; For angels no such love have known, T' awake a cheerful song. 2 Good will to guilty men is shown, And peace on earth is giv'n; For lo ! th' incarnate Savior comes, A messenger from heav'n. 3 Justice and grace, with sweet accord, His rising beams adorn: Let heav'n and earth in concert join. Now such a child is born. 4 Glory to God, in highest strains. In highest worlds be paid ! His glory by our lips proclaira'd, And by our lives display 'd ! 5 When shall we reach those blissful realms Where Christ exalted reigns, And learn' of yon celestial choir Their own immortal strains.^ lOO Christ sent not to condemn but to save. L. M. 1 T)RAISE ye the Lord, who reigns above, -*^ Fis-'d on his throne of truth and love: Behold the finger of his pow'r; Contemplate, wonder, and adore. 2 When man, debas'd and guilty man, From crime to crime with madness ran, Well might his arm its thunders launch. And blast th' ungrateful, root and branch. 3 But clemency with justice strove, To save the people of his love: '« Go, my beloved Son !" he cried, " Be thou their Savior, thou their guide.** HIS MISSION. 73 4 The eastern star with glory streams, It comes, with healing on its beams; Dark mists of erroi- flee away, And Judah hails the rising day. 5 His sacred memory we bless .' ^ Whose holy gospel we profess; And praise his great almighty name From whom such light and favor came. HO Praise for the Mission of Jes^us, P. M. 1 plIVE thanks to God most high, ^J The universal Lord, The sov'reign King of kings; And be his grace ador'd. His pow'r and grace Are still the same; And let his name Have endless praise 2 He saw the nations lie All perishing in sin, And pitied the sad state The ruin'd world was in. Thy mercy, Lord, Shall still endure, And ever suie Abides thy word. 3 He sent his only Son » | To save us from our woe, ■ -■• From Satan, sin, and death And ev'ry hurtful foe. His pow'r and grace Are still the same. And let his name Have endless praise. 4 Give thanks aloud to God, To God the heav'nly King; And let the spacious eaith His works and glories sing. 74 CHRIST. Thy mercy, Lord, Shall still endure; And ever sure Abides thy word. X X 1 God our Savior. L. M. 1 TVTY song shall bless the Lord of all, -»-»J- My praise shall climb to his abode; Thee, Savior, by that name I call. The great Supreme, the mighty God. 2 Without beginning or decline, Object of faith, and not of sense; Eternal ages saw him shine, He shines eternal ages hence. 3 As much, when in the manger laid, Almighty ruler of the sky. As when the six days' work he made FilPd all the morning-stars with joy. 4 Of all the crowns Jehovah bears. Salvation is his dearest claim: That gracious sound well pleas'd he hears And owns Immanuel for his name. 5 A cheerful confidence I feel, My well-plac'd hopes with joy I see: My bosom glows with heav'nly zeal To worship him who died for me. X X 3 The Birth of Christ. S. M. 1 "IT^E saints, proclaim abroad -* The honors of your king; To Jesus, your incarnate God, Your songs of praises sing. 2 Not angels round the throne Of majesty above. Are half so much oblig'd as we To our Immanuel 's love. 3 They never sunk so low, They are not rais'd so high; HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY. 75 They never knew such depths of woe, Such heights of majesty. 4 The Savior did not join Their nature to his own; For them he shed no blood divine, Nor breath 'd a single groan. 5 May we with angels vie The Savior to adore; Our debts are greater far than theirs, O be our praises more ! 113 Praise to the Savior. 11.10.11.10. 1 T> RI G HTEST and best of the sons of the morning' -D Dawn on our darkness and lend us thine aid! Star of the East, the horizon adorning, Guide where our infant Redeemer is laid ! 2 Cold on his cradle the dew-drops are shining. Low lies his head with the beasts of the stall; Angels adore him in slumber reclining, Maker, and Monarch, and Savior of all! 3 Say, shall we yield him, in costly devotion, Odors of Edom and off 'rings divine.^ Gems of the mountain, and pearls of the ocean. Myrrh from the forest, or gold from the minel 4 V'ainly we offer each ample oblation; Vainly with gifts would his favor secure: Richer by far is the heart's adoration; Dearer to God are the prayers of the poor. 5 Brightest and best of the sons of the morning ! Dawn on our darkness and lend us thine aid ! Star of the East, the horizon adorning. Guide where our infant Redeemer is laid ! 114: The life of ChHst a pattern for Christians. L. M. 1 1\/I Y dear Redeemer, and my Lord ! ^^^ I read my duty in thy word: But in thy life the law appears Drawn out in living characters. 76 CHRIST. 2 Such was thy truth, and such thy zeal, Such def'rence to thy Father's Avill, Thy love and meekness so divine, I would transcribe and make them mine. 3 Cold mountains and the midnight air Witness 'd the fervor of thy pray'r: The desert thy temptations knew, Thy conflict and thy vict'ry too ! 4 Be thou my pattern; let me bear More of thy gracious image here; Then God the Judge shall own my name Among the foll'wers of the Lamb. Ho Jesus went about doing good. C. M. 1 TJEHOLD, where in a mortal form -■-' Appears each grace divine ! The virtues, all in Jesus met, With mildest radiance shine. 2 To spread the rays of heav'nly light, To give the mourner joy; To preach glad tidings to the poor, VVas his divine employ. 3 Lowly in heart, to all his friends A friend and servant found; He wash'd their feet, he wip'd their tears, And heal'd each bleeding wound. 4 'Midst keen reproach and cruel scorn, Patient and meek he stood; His foes, ungrateful, sought his life; He labor'd for their good 5 To God he left his righteous cause, And still his task pursued; While humble pray'r and holy faith His fainting strength renew'd. 6 In the last hours of deep distress, Before his Father's throne, HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY. 77 With soul resign 'd he bow'd, and said, " Thy will, nut mine, be done !" 7 Be Christ our pattern and our guide ! His image may we bear ! 0 may we tread his holy steps, His joy and glory share ! X 1 0 Forgiveness from the example of Jesus. C. M. 1 f^ OD of my mercy and my praise ! ^~^ Thy glory is my song; Though sinners speak against thy grace With a blaspheming tongue. 2 When in the form of mortal man Thy Son on earth was found, With cruel slanders, false and vain, They compass'd him around. 3 Their mis'ries his compassion mov'd; Their peace he still pursued: They rendered hatred for his love, And evil for his good. 4 Their malice rag'd without a cause; Yet with his dying breath He pray'd for murd'rers on his cross, And bless 'd his foes in death. 5 O may his conduct, all-divine. To me a model prove; Like his, O God ! my heart incline My enemies to love. 11 • Resignation from the example of Jesus. L. M. 1 " T^ATHER divine," the Savior cried, -*- While horrors press'd on ev'ry side, And prostrate on the ground he lay, " Remove this bitter cup away. 2 " But if these pangs must still be borne, And stripes, and wounds, and cruel scorn, 1 bow my soul before thy throne, And say, Tliy will, not mine, be done." 78 CHRIST. 3 Thus our submissive souls would bow, And, taught by Jesus, lie as low: Our hearts, and nut our lips alone, Would say, " Thy will, not ours, be done." 4 Then, though like him in dust we lie, We'll view the blissful moment nigh. Which, from our portion in his pains, Calls to the joy in which he reigns. 118 Christ's Transfiguration. L. M. 1 T\7HEN at a distance, Lord, we trace VV The various glories of thy face, What transport glows in ev'ry breast, And charms our cares and woes to rest ! 2 Alone with thee, in darkest cell, On some bleak mountain would I dwell, Rather than pompous courts behold, And share their grandeur and their gold. 3 Away, ye dreams of mortal joy; Raptures divine my thoughts employ; I see the King of glory shine, And feel his love, and call him mine. 4 On Tabor thus his servants view'd His lustre, when transform'd he stood; And, bidding earthly scenes farewell. Cried, "Lord, 'tis pleasant here to dwell." 5 Yet still our elevated eyes To nobler visions long to rise; That grand assembly would we join. Where all thy saints around thee shine. 6 That mount, how bright! those forms, how fair! 'Tis good to dwell for ever there ! Come, death, dear envoy of my God, And bear me to that blest abode. HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY. 79 119 The miracles of Chnst. L. M. EHOLD, the blind their siofht receive ! BEl The dumb speak wonders, and the lame Leap like the hart, and bless his name. . ' 2 Thus doth th' eternal Spirit own And seal the mission of the Son; The Father vindicates his cause, While he hangs bleeding on the cross. 3 He dies; the heav'ns in mourning stood: He rises, and appears a God. Behold the Lord ascending high, No more to bleed, no more to die. 4 Hence, and for ever, from my heart I bid my doubts and fears depart; And to those hands my soul resign, Which bear credentials so divine. l^O Christ an example of benevolence. L. M. 1 A XD is the gospel peace and lover ^ Such let our conversation be; The serpent blended with the dove. Wisdom and meek simplicity. 2 Whene'er the angry passions rise, And tempt our thoughts or tongues to strife, On Jesus let us fix our eyes, Bright pattern of the Christian life. 3 O how benevolent and kind ! How mild ! how ready to forgive ! Be this the temper of our mind. And these the rules by which we live. 4 To do his heav'nly Father's will, Was his employment and delight: Humility and holy zeal Shone through his life divinely bright. 5 Dispensing good where'er he came,. The labors of his life were love: If then we love the Savior's name. Let his divine example move ! ISl'f The icay, the truth, and the life. C. M 1 T^HOU art the way; to thee alone J- From sin asd death we flee; 4 And he who Avould the Father seek, •^ Must >t>ek him, Lord, through thee. 2 Thou art the truth; thy word alone^ True wisdom can impart; Thou only canst instruct the mind. And purify the heart. - 3 Thou art the life; the rending tomb Proclaims *thy conqu'ring arm; ■ And those who put their trust in thee. Nor death nor hell shall harm. 4 Thou art the way, the truth, the life; Grant us to know that way, That truth to keep, that life to win, Which lead to endless day. VZ% Gelhsemane. L. M 1 9^IS midnight — and on Olive's brow ^ The star is dimm'd that lately shone; 'Tis midnight — in the garden now The sufF'ring Savior prays alone. 2 'Tis midnight — and from all remov'd, Immanuel wrestles lone, with fears; E'en the disciple that he lov'd Heeds not his Master's griefs and tears. 3 'Tis midnight— and for others' guilt The man of sorroAVs weeps in blood; Yet he that hath in anguish knelt Is not forsaken by his God. 4 'Tis midnight — and from ether plains [s borne the song that angels know; Unheard by mortals are the strains That sweetly soothe the Savior's woe. HIS SUFFERINGS AND UKATII. 8k 123 The passion of Christ. L. M. 1 /^OME, let our mournful songs record ^ The dying sorrows of our Lord, Wlien he expir'd in shame and h' od, Like one forsaken of his God. 2 The Jews beheld him thus forlorn, And shook their heads, and laugh'd in scorn; "He rescued others from the grave, Now let him try himself to save." 3 O harden 'd people! cruel priests ! How they stood round like savage beasts ! Like lions ready to devour, When God had left him in their pow'r! 4 They wound his head, his hands, his feet, Till streams of blood each other meet; By lot his garments they divide. And mock the pangs in which he died. 5 But gracious God! thy pow'r and love Have made his death a blessing prove: Though once upon the cross he bled. Immortal honors crown his head. 6 Through Christ the Son our guilt forgive, And let the mourning sinner live ! The Lord will hear us in his name. Nor shall our hope be turn'd to shame. 124 The love of a dying Savior. C. M. 1 "DEHOLD the Savior of mankind ^ Nail'd to the shameful tree ! How vast the love that him inclin'd To bleed and die for thee ! 2 Hark, how he groans ! v/hile nature shakes, And earth's strong pillars bend ! The temple's veil in sunder breaks, The solid marbles rend. 3 'Tis done ' the precious ransom's paid- "Receive my soul!" he cries: See where he bows his sacred head ! He bows his head and dies ! 4 But soon he'll break death's envious chain, And in full glory shine; O Lamb of God ! was ever pain, Was ever love like thine ! 125 -^ dying Savior. L. M. 1 OTRETCH'D on the cross, the Savior dies- ^ Hark ! his expiring groans arise ! See, from his hands, his feet, his side, Runs down the sacred crimson tide ! 2 But life attends the dreadful sound. And flows from ev'ry bleeding wound' The vital stream, how free it flows To save and deanse his rebel foes! 3 To suffer in the traitor's place. To die for man, surprising grace! Yet pass rebellious angels by — O why for man, dear Savior, why? 4 And didst thou bleed? — for sinners bleed ^ And could the sun behold the deed? No! he withdrew his sick'ning ray, And darkness veil'd the mourning day. 5 Can I survey this scene of woe, Where mingling grief and wonder flow, And yet my heart unmov'd remain, Insensible to love or pain? 6 Come, dearest Lord ! thy grace impart, To warm this cold, this stupid heart; Till all its pow'rs and passions move In melting grief and ardent love. P. M. 8.7.8.7.8.7.8.7. 120 ^^Stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted.^' 1 "OTRICKEN, smitten, and afflicted," ^ See him dying on the tree! 'Tis the Christ by man rejected; Yes, my soul, 'tis he ! 'tis he ! HIS SUFFERINGS AND DEATH. 83 'Tis the long expected prophet, David's son, yet David's Lord; Proofs I see sufficient of it: 'Tis a true and faithful word. 2 Tell me, ye who hear him groaning, Was there ever grief like his ? Friends through fear his cause disowning, Foes insulting his distress: Many hands were rais'd to wound him, None would interpose to save; But the deepest stroke that pierc'd him Was the stroke that justice gave. 3 Ye who think of sin but lightly, Nor suppose the evil great; Here may view its nature rightly, Here its guilt may estimate. Mark the sacrifice appointed ! See loho bears the awful load; 'Tis the Word, the Lord's Anointed, Son of man, and Son of God. 4 Here we have a firm foundation; Here's the refuge of the lost: Christ's the rock of our salvation: His the name of which we boast: Lamb of God for sinners wounded ! Sacrifice to cancel guilt ! None shall ever be confounded Who on him their hope have built. 12T Christ our substitute. L. M, 1 9^ WAS for our sake, eternal God, -■- Thy Son sustain 'd that heavy load Of base reproach and sore disgrace, And shame defil'd his sacred face. 2 The Jews, his brethren and his kin, Abus'd him when he check'd their sin; While he fulfill'd thy holy laws, They hated him without a cause. 84 CHRIST. 3 Zeal for the temple of his God Consum'd his life, expos'd his blood; Reproaches at thy glory thrown He felt, and mourn 'd them as his own. 4 His friends forsook, his foll'wers fled. While foes and arms surround his head: They nail him to the shameful tree; There hung my Lord, ^ ho died for me. 5 But God his Father heard his cry; Rais'd from the dead, he reigns on high; The nations learn his righteousness, And humble sinners taste his grace. 12o Christ the resurrection and the life. P. M. 1 TirriTH ecstasy of joy W Extol his glorious name, Who rear'd the spacious earth, And rais'd our mortal frame: He built the church. Who spread the sky; Shout and exalt His honors high. 2 See the foundation laid By pow'r and love divine, Jesus, his first-born Son, How brigh* his glories shine! Low he descends, In dust he lies, That from his tomb A church might rise. 3 But he for ever lives. Nor for himself alone; Each saint new life derives From him, the living stone. His influence spreads Through ev'ry soul, And in one house Unites the whole. HIS SUFFERINGS AND DEATH. 85 4 To him with joy we move; In him cemented stand; The living temple grows, And owns the founder's hand. That structure, Lord, Still higher raise, Louder to sound Its builder's praise. 120 Crxicifixion to the ivorld by the Cross. L. M. 1 XTZHEN I survey the wondrous cross ' ' On which the Prince of glory died, My richest gain I count but loss, And pour contempt on all my pride. 2 Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast, Save in the death of Christ my God; All the vain things that charm me most^ I sacrifice them to his blood. 3 See from his head, his hands, his feet, Sorrow and love flow mingled down; Did e'er such love and sorrow meet? Or thorns compose so rich a croAvn ? 4 Were the whole realm of nature mine, That were a present far too small: Love so amazing, so divine. Demands my soul, my life, my all. 130 Freedom in the death of Jesus. S. M 1 A ND shall we still be slaves, -^ And in our fetters lie, When summon 'd by a voice divine T' assert our liberty ? 2 Did the great Savior bleed, Our freedom to obtain ? And shall we trample on his blood. And glory in our chain? 3 Shall we go on in sin, Because thy grace abounds; Or crucify the Lord again, And open all his wounds? 4 Forbid it, mighty God ! Nor let it e'er be said That those, for whom thy Son has died, In vice are lost and dead. 5 The man that durst despise The law that Moses brought, Behold ! how terribly he dies For his presumptuous fault. 6 But sorer vengeance falls On that rebellious race. Who hate to hear when Jesus calls, And dare resist his grace. 131 ChrisVs compassion. CM. 1 TTOW condescending and how kind ^ Was God's eternal Son ! Our misery reach 'd his heav'nly mind, And pity brought him down. 2 This was compassion like a God, That when the Savior knew The price of pardon was his blood, His pity ne'er withdrew. 3 Now, though he reigns exalted high, His love is still as great: Well he remembers Calvary, Nor should his saints forget.* 4 Here we receive repeated seals Of Jesus' dying love: Hard is the heart that never feels One soft affection move. 5 Here let our hearts begin to melt, While we his death record, And with our joy for pardon 'd guilt, Mourn that we pierc'd the Lord. HIS SUFFERINGS AXD DEATH. 87 lo3 Salvation in the Cross. L. M, 1 TTERE at thy cross, my dying Lord, J^ I lay my soul beneath thy love, Beneath the droppings of thy blood, Jesus, nor shall it e'er remove. 2 Not all that tyrants think or say, With rage and lightning in their eyes. Nor hell shall fright my heart away, Should hell with all its legions rise. 3 Should worlds conspire to drive me thence, Moveless and firm this heart should lie; Resoh 'd (for that's my last defence) If I nuist perish, there to die. 4 But speak, my Lord, and calm my fear; Am I not safe beneath thy shade ? Thy vengeance will not strike me here. Nor Satan dare my soul invade. 5 Yes, I'm secure beneath thy blood, And all my foes shall lose their aim, Hosanna to my dying Lord, And my best honors to his name. 133 Sorrow for the suffenngs of the Savior. CM. 1 A LAS! and did my Savior bleed, ^ And did my Sov'reign die? Would he devote that sacred head For such a worm as I ? 2 Was it for crimes that I had done He groan'd upon the tree? Amazing pity ! grace unknown ! And love beyond degree ! 3 Well might the sun in darkness hide, And simt his glories in. When Christ the mighty Maker died For man the creature's sin ! 88 CHRIST. 4 Thus might I hide my blushing face, . ^ While his dear cross appears; Dissolve my heart in thankfulness, And melt my eyes to tears. 5 But drops of grief can ne'er repay The debt of love I owe; Here, Lord, I give myself away, 'Tis all that I can do. 134t Christ and Moses. S. M 1 ^T^HE law by Moses came: -*- But peace, and truth, and love, Were brought by Christ (a nobler name) Descending from above. 2 Amidst the house of God Their diff 'rent works were done; Moses a faithful servant stood. But Christ a faithful Son. 3 Then to his new commands Be strict obedience paid; O'er all his Father's house he stands The Sovereign and the Head. 4 The man that durst despise The law that Moses brought. Behold ! how terribly he dies For his presumptuous fault. 5 But sorer vengeance falls On that rebellious race Who hate to hear when Jesus calls, And dare resist his grace. 133 Praise for redemption. S. M. 1 TTOSANNA to the Son Jl Of David and of God, Who brought the news of pardon down, And seal'd it with his blood ! 2 To Christ th' anointed King Be endless blessings giv'n ! Let the whole earth his glory sing, Who made our peace with lienv'n HIS SUFFERINGS AND DEATH. 89 136 Tribute to the Lamb. C. M. 1 /^OME, let us join our cheerful songs ^ With angels round the throne; Ten thousand thousand are their tongues, But all their jo)'s are one. 2 "Worthy the Lamb that died," they cry, To be exalted thus; "Worthy the Lamb," our lips reply, For he was slain for us. 3 Jesus is worthy to receive Honor and pow'r divine; And blessings more than we can give, Be, Lord ! for ever thine. 4 Let all that dwell above the sky, And air, and earth, and seas, Conspire to lift thy glories high, And speak thine endless praise ! 1 3 T Praise for Redemption. S. M. 1 i UTHOR of life and bliss ! Thy goodness I adore; O give me strength to speak thy praise, And grace to love thee more ! 2 First for this world, so fair, My daily thanks shall rise; For ev'ry comfort, ev'ry joy, Thy bounteous hand supplies. 3 But yet a nobler cause Demands my warmest love — Can words describe the wondrous gift Descending from above ? 4 The Savior dwelt on earth; He died, that we might live; Endur'd the sorrows of the cross. Immortal hope to give, 5 Ah who can tell the scorn The dear Redeemer bore? 90 CHRIST. Or who describe the heavy grief, Which liis blest bosom tore ? 6 Low in liie grave he lay, While darkness veil'd the skies: But lo! he bursts the bands of death; To glory see him rise ! 7 Father! this work is thine; For us thou gav'st thy Son: O may we all devoted be, And live to thee alone ! JLoS Prophecies fuljilled in Christ. L. M. 1 " ?nniS finished .'" — so the Savior cried, ^ And meekly bow'd his head and died; 'Tis finish'd — yes, the race is run, The battle fought, the vict'ry won. 2 ^Tis finished! — all that heav'n decreed, And all the ancient prophets said, Is now fulfill'd, as was design'd, In thee, the Savior of mankind. 3 'Tisfinishhl ! — Aaron now no more Must stain his robes with purple gore; The sacred veil is rent in twain, And Jewish rites no more remain. 4 'Tis finished! — man is reconcil'd To God, and pow'rs of darkness spoil'd: Peace, love, and happiness again Return and dwell with sinful men. 5 'Tis finish'd ! — let the joyful sound Be heard through all the nations round; Tis finish'd ! — let the echo fly Thro' heav'n and hell, thro' earth and sky ! 139 Finished Redemption. P. M. 8.7.8.7.4.7 1 TT ARK ! the voice of love and mercy -O- Sounds aloud from Calvary ! See ! it rends the rocks asunder, Shakes the earth, and veils the sky ! «'It is finish'd!" Hear the dying Savior cry ! I KIS SIFTKRINGS AND DEATH. 91 2 It is finisli'd! — O what pleasure Do these charming words afford! Heavenly blessings, without measure, Flow to us through Christ the Lord. It is finish'd ! — Saints, the dying words record. 3 Finish'd all the types and shadows Of the ceremonial law ! Finish'd all that God had prorais'd; Death and hell no more shall awe. It is finish'd ! Saints, from hence your comfort draw. 4 Tune your harps anew, ye seraphs, Join to sing the pleasing theme; All in earth, and all in heaven, Join to praise Immanuel's name, Hallelujah ! Glory to the bleeding Lamb ! J. 40 Joy in the victory of a crucified Savior. C. M, 1 /^OME, let lis lift our voices high, ^ High as our joys arise; And join the songs above the sky, Where pleasure never dies. 2 Jesus, the Lord that fought and bled, How kind his smiles appear ! What melting, soothing words he says To ev'ry humble ear! 3 "For you, the objects of my love. It was for you I died: Behold my hands, behold my feet, And look into my side. 4 "These are the wounds for you I bore, The tokens of my pains. When I was sent to free your souls From misery and chains." 92 CHRIST. 5 We give thee, Lord, our highest praise For goodness so divine: O may we ever feel thy grace, And die to ev'ry sin ! 141 Love of Christ to men. S. M 1 "OEHOLD th' amazing sight, -D The Savior lifted high ! Behold the Son of God's dehght Expire in agony ! 2 For whom, for whom, my heart. Were all these sorrows borne ? Why did he feel that piercing smart. And meet that various scorn? 3 For love of us he bled. And all in tortuie died; 'Twas love that bowM his fainting head, And op'd his gushing side. 4 In sympathy of love Let all the earth combine ; And, drawn by cords so gentle, prove The energy divine. 5 In him our hearts unite, Xor share his griefs alone, But from his cross pursue iheir flight To his triumphant throne. 14:3 Love to the brethren a proper return. L. M. 1 "VfOW be that sacrifice survey'd, -L^ Which for our souls the Savior made. While love to sinners fired his heart, And conquered all the killing smart. 2 Blest Jesus, while thy grace I sing. What grateful tribute shall I bring, That earth and heav'n and all may see My love to him who died for me ? 3 That off 'ring, Lord, thy word hath taught; Nor be thy new command forgot, I HIS RESURRECTION. 93 That, if their Master's death can move, Thy servants should each other love. 4 Wlien on the cross I fix mine eye, Let ev'ry sinful passion die; A)id may I ever ready be To serve, forgive, and love like thee. 14:3 Christ encoxir aging Ids disciples. C. M. 1 IJARK! 'tis our heav'nly Leader's voice ^ ^ From the bright realms above ; Amidst the war's tumultuous rage, A voice of pow'r and love. 2 "Maintain the fight, my faithful band, Nor fear the mortal blow ; He that in such a warfare dies Shall speedy vict'ry know. 3 "I have my days of combat seen, And in the dust was laid; But now I sit upon ray throne, And glory crowns my head. 4 " This throne, this glory, you shall share; My hands the crown shall give : And you the sparkling honors wear. While God himself shall live." 5 Lord ! 'tis enough, our souls are fir'd With courage and with love; Vain are th' assaults of earth and hell ; Our hopes are fix'd above. 6 We'll trace the footsteps thou hast drawn To triumph and renoAvn; Nor shun thy combat and thy cross, May we but share thy crown. 144: Christ dying, rising, and reigning, L. M. 1 XJE dies, the friend of sinners dies ! -*-■! Lo ! Salem's daughters weep around; A solemn darkness veils the skies, A sudden trembling shakes the ground. 94 CHRIST. 2 Come, saints, and drop a tear or two For him who groan'd beneath your load, He shed a thousand drops for you, A thousand drops of richer blood ! 3 Here's love and grief beyond degree: The Lord of glory dies for men ! But lo ! — what sudden joys we see ! Jesus, the dead, revives again. 4 The rising God forsakes the tomb, In vain the tomb forbids his rise: Cherubic legions guard him home, And shout him welcome to the skies. 5 Break off your tears, ye saints, and tell How high our great Deliverer reigns; Sing how he spoiPd the hosts of hell, And led the monster Death in chains. 6 Say: "Live for ever, wondrous King! Born to redeem, and strong to save !" Then ask tlie monster: " Where's thy sting? And where's thy vict'ry, boasting grave?" 14:0 ChrisVsresurrection and ascension. P.M. Ts 1 A NGEL, roll the rock away; -^ Death, yield up thy mighty prey: See, he rises from the tomb. Glowing in immortal bloom. 2 'Tis the Savior ! angels, raise Fame's eternal trump of praise; Let the world's remotest bound Hear the joy-inspiring sound.* 3 Heav'n displays her portals wide; Glorious hero ! through them ride: King of glory ! mount thy throne. Thy great Father's, and thine own. 4 Hosts of heav'n, seraphic fires ! Raptur'd, sweep your sounding lyres HIS RESURRECTION. 95 Sons of men ! in humbler strain Sing your mighty Savior's reign. 5 Ev'ry note with wonder swell; Sin o'erthrown, and captiv'd hell ! Where is now, O Death ! thy sting? Where thy terrors, vanquished king? 14 G The resurrection of Christ. C. M. 1 T^E humble souls that seek the Lord, Jl Chase all your fears away, And bow with pleasure down to see The place where Jesus lay. 2 Thus low the Lord of life was brought, Such wonders love can do 1 Thus cold in death that bosom lay. Which throbb'd and bled for you ! 3 A moment give a loose to grief; Let grateful sorrows rise; And wash the bloody stains away With torrents from your eyes. 4 Then dry your tears, and tune your songs, The Savior lives again ! Not all the bolts and bars of death The Conqu'ror could detain. 5 High o'er th' angelic bands he rears His once dishonor'd head; And through unnumber'd years he reigns, Wlio dwelt among the dead. 6 With joy like his, shall ev'ry saint His empty tomb survey; And rise with his ascending Lord Through all his shining way. 14*7 Christ victorious over death. P. M. 1 "/CHRIST, the Lord, has ris'n to-day," ^ Sons of men and angels say, Raise your joys and triumphs high ; Sing, ye heav'ns, and earth reply. S' 96 CHRIST. 2 Love's redeeming work is done; Fought the fight, the battle won: Lo ! our sun's echpse is o'er, Lo ! he sets in blood no more. 3 Vain the stone, the watch, the seal Christ has burst the gates of hell. Death in vain forbids his rise; Christ has open'd Paradise. 4 Lives again our glorious King: Where, O Death, is now thy sting? Dying once, he all doth save : Where thy victory, O grave ? 148 Resurrection of Christ. S. M [EE what a living stone The builders did refuse ! Yet God hath built his church thereon, In spite of envious Jews. The work, O Lord, is thine, And wondrous in our eyes; This day declares it all divine, This day did Jesus rise. Since he hath left the grave, His promises are true; And each exalted hope he gave, Confirm 'd of heav'n we view. Hosanna to the King Of David's royal blood! Bless him, ye saints; he comes to bring Salvation from your God. O come the happy hour When all the world shall own Thy Son, O God, declar'd with pow'r, And worship at thy throne ! We bless thy holy word Which all this grace displays; And offer on thine altar. Lord ! Our sacrifice of praise. I ^ HIS ASCENSION. 97 149 ChHst's triumph. P. M. 6.6.6.6.8.8 1 XTES, the Redeemer rose, JL The Savior left the dead, And o'er our helhsh foes High rais'd his conqu'ring head. In wild dismay, The guards around Fall to the ground And sink away. 2 Lo ! the angelic bands In full assembly meet, To wait his high commands, And worship at his feet. Joyful they come, And wing their way From realms of day To Jesus' tomb. 3 Then back to heav'n they fly. The joyful news to bear. Hark ! as they soar on high, What music fills the air! Their anthems say: "Jesus, who bled, Hath left the dead; He rose to-day.'' 4 Ye mortals, catch the sound, Redeem 'd by him from hell; And send the echo round The globe on which you dwell, With Christ we rise, With Christ we reign, And empires gain Beyond the skies. 150 "T/ie Lord is risen indeed." S. M. 1 "nnHE Lord is risen indeed," A And are the tidings true? Yes, we beheld the Savior bleed, And saw him living too. 98 CHRIST. 2 "The Lord is risen indeed,'' Then Justice asks no more ; Mercy and Truth are now agreed, Who stood oppos'd before. 3 "The Lord is risen indeed," Then is his work perform 'd; The captive surely now is freed, And death, our foe, disarm 'd. 4 "The Lord is risen indeed," Attending angels, hear; Up to the courts of heav'n, with speed. The joyful tidings bear. 5 Then take your golden lyres, And strike each cheerful chord, Join all the bright celestial choirs To sing our risen Lord. 151 ChrisVs ascent to heaven. L. M. 1 "p EJOICE, ye shining worlds on high; -I * Behold the king of glory nigh ! Who can this King of glory be ? The mighty Lord, the Savior's he. 2 Ye heav'nly gates, your leaves display, To make the Lord, the Savior, way: Laden with spoils from earth and hell, The Conqu'ror comes, with God to dwelL 3 Rais'd from the dead, he goes before, He opens heav'n's eternal door, To give his saints a blest abode Near their Redeemer and their God. 152 Christ glorified. P.M. 7s. 1 TESUS, our triumphant Head, «i Ris'n victorious from the dead. To the realms of glory's gone, To ascend his rightful throne. 2 Cherubs on the Conqu'ror gaze, Seraphs glow with brighter blaze; HIS INTERCESSION. 33 Each bright order of the sky Hails him as he passes by. 3 Hcav'n its King congratulates, Opens wide her golden gates: Angels songs of vict'ry bring; All the blissful regions ring. 4 Sinners, join the lieav'nly pow'rs, For redemption all is ours. Humble penitents shall prove Blood-bought pardon, dying love. 5 Hail, thou dear, thou worthy Lord! Holy Lamb ! incarnate word ! Hail, thou suff'ring Son of God! Take the trophies of thy blood. lOO Christ's intercession. CM. 1 'T^HE Lord of life, with glory crown 'd, A On heav'n's exalted throne, Forgets not those for whom on earth He heav'd his dying groan. 2 His greatness now no tongue of man Or seraph bright can tell; Yet still the chief of all his joys, That souls are sav'd from hell. 3 For this he taught, and toil'd, and bled; For this his life was giv'n; For this he fought, and vanquish 'd death; For this he reigns in heav'n. 4 Join, all ye saints beneath the sky, Your grateful praise to give; Sing loud hosannas to his name, With whom you too shall live. Xo4: Chrisfs humiliation and exaltation. L. M. 1 TT7HAT equal honors shall we bring VV To thee, O Lord our God, the Lamb, When all the notes that angels sing Are far inferior to thy name ? 100 CHRIST. 2 Worthy is he that once was slain, The Prince of peace that groan'd and died, Worthy to rise, and live, and reign At his Almighty Father's side. 3 Pow'r and dominion are his due, Who stood condemn'd at Pilate's bar: Wisdom belongs to Jesus too, ThouirSi he was charged with madness here. 4 All riches are his native right, Yet he sustain'd amazing loss : To him ascribe eternal might, Who nail'd his weakness to the cross. 5 Honor immortal must be paid, Instead of scandal and of scorn; While glory shines around his head, And a bright crown without a thorn. 6 Blessings for ever on the Lamb, Who bore the curse for wretched men; Let angels sound his sacred name, And ev'ry creature say, Amen. J o5 Chrisfs ascension. L. M. 1 /"^UR Lord has risen from the dead; ^-^ Our Jesus has gone up on high; The pow'rs of hell are captive led — Dragged to the portals of the sky. 2 Tiiere his triumphal chariot waits. And angels chant the solemn lay: "Lift up your heads, ye heav'nly gates ! Ye everlasting doors, give way!" 3 Loose all your bars of massy light, And wide unfold the radiant scene; He claims those mansions as his right: Receive the King of glory in. 4 "Who is the King of glory, who ?" The Lord that all his foes o'ercame. The world, sin, deatli, and hell o'erthrew; And Jesus is the Conqu'ror's name. 1 HIS INTERCESSION. 101 1^6 ChrisVs hxtercession. S. M. 1 TT^ELL, the R.edeemer's gone ' ' T' appear before our God, To sprinkle o'er the flaming throne With his atoning blood. 2 No fiery vengeance now, Nor burning wrath, comes down; If justice call for sinners' blood, The Savior shows his own. 3 Before his Father's eye Our humble suit he moves; The Father lays his thunder by. And looks, and smiles, and loves. 4 Now may our joyful tongues Our Maker's honor sing, Jesus the priest receives our songs, And bears them to the King.* 5 "On earth thy mercy reigns, And triumphs all above ;'" But, Lord, how weak are mortal strains To speak immortal love ! 15*7 Christ pleads for us. P.M. 6.6.6.6.8.8. 1 A RISE, my soul, arise, ■^^ Shake off thy guilty fears. The bleeding Sacrifice In my behalf appears; Before the throne my Surety stands, My name is written on his hands. 2 He ever lives above. For me to intercede; His all-redeeming love, His precious blood to plead; His blood aton'd for all our race. And sprinkles now the throne of grace. 102 CHRIST. 3 Five bleeding wounds he bears, Receiv'd on Calvary; They pour effectual prayers, They strongfly speak for me; Forgive him, O forgive, they cry, Nor let that ransom'd sinner die. 4 The Father hears him pray, His dear anointed One; He cannot turn away, Cannot refuse his Son; His Spirit answers to the blood. And tells me I am born of God. 5 My God is reconcil'd. His pard'ning voice I hear: He owns me for his child, I can no longer fear; With confidence I now draw nigh. And Father, Abba Father! cry. 1.5© ^^ I know that my Redeemer livetk.''^ L. M. 1 "T KNOW that my Redeemer lives;" -B- What comfort this sweet sentence gives ! He lives, he lives, who once was dead. He lives, my ever living head. 2 He lives to bless me with his love, He lives to plead for me above, He lives my hungry soul to feed. He lives to help in time of need. 3 He lives to grant me rich supply, He lives to guide me with his eye, He lives to comfort me when faint, He lives to hear my soul's complaint. 4 He lives to silence all my fears, He lives to stop and wipe my tears. He lives to calm my troubled heart, He lives, all blessings to impart. HIS EXALTATION. 103 5 He lives, all glory lo his name ! He lives, my Jesus, still the same; 0 the sweet joy this sentence gives, 1 know that my Redeemer lives ! 159 Christ exalted. L. M. 1 1V[0W let us raise our cheerful strains, -1-^ And join the blissful choir above; There our exalted Savior reigns, And there they sing his wondrous love 2 Jesus, who once upon the tree In agonizing pains expirM, To save us rebels, — yes, 'tis he How bright, how lovely, how admir'd ! 3 Jesus, who died that we might live, Died in the wretched traitor's place, O what returns can mortals give For such immeasurable grace ! 4 Were universal nature ours, And art with all her boasted store; Nature and art, with all their pow'rs. Would still confess the off 'rer poor. 5 Yet, though for bounty so divine We ne'er can equal honors raise, Jesus ! may all our hearts be thine. And all our tongues proclaim thy praise. 1.00 Christ adored by the heavenly host. C. M. 1 f\ THE delights, the heav'nly joys, ^^ The glories of the place, Where Jesus sheds the brightest beams Of his o'erflovving grace! 2 Princes to his imperial name Bend their bright sceptres down; Dominions, thrones, and pow'rs rejoice To see him wear the crown. 3 Archangels sound his lofty praise Through ev'ry heav'nly street; 8 104 And lay their highest honors down, Submissive at his feet. 4 While angels shout and praise their King, Let mortals learn their strains: Let all the earth his honors sing; O'er all the earth he reigns. 5 Now to the Lamb, that once was slain, Be endless blessings paid; Salvation, glory, joy, remain For ever on thy head ! 6 Thou hast redeem'd our souls with blood, Hast set the pris'ners free, Hast made us kings and priests to God, And we shall reign with thee. 161 The Star of Bethlehem. L. M 1 \T7HEjV marshal 'd on the nightly plain, V V The glitt'ring hosts bestud the sky. One star alone, of all the train, Can fix the sinner's wand'ring eye. 2 Hark ! hark ! to God the chorus breaks. From every host, from every gem; But one alone the Savior speaks, It is the star of Bethlehem. 3 Once on the raging seas I rode. The storm was loud, — the night was dark, The ocean yawn'd, — and rudely blow'd The wind that toss'd my found'ring bark. 4 Deep horror then my vitals froze. Death-struck, I ceas'd the tide to stem; When suddenly a star arose. It was the star of Bethlehem. 5 It was my guide, my light, my all. It bade my dark forebodings cease; And through the storm and danger's thrall, It led me to the port of peace. CHRIST. 105 6 Now safely moor'd — my perils o'er, I'll sing, first in night's diadem, For ever and for evermore, The star I — the star of Bethlehem ! 162 The Mornii^g Star. L. M. 1 /\ THOU, whose beams serenely bright ^^ Can chase the darkness of my soul, And pour a flood of purest light Where now the shades of midnight roll: Ah ! why so long should horror shroud This mourning breast with deep despair? Break through the dark and envious cloud. Arise, arise, O Morning Star. 2 Through a long night of griefs and fears, With gloom and sorrow compass'd round, I drop my uncomplaining tears, Nor yet the radiant dawn have found; Still towards the chambei's of the day, Willi eyes intent, expecting there, With patient hope, thy promis'd ray, 1 long for thee, sweet ^lorning Star. 3 Increasing clouds announce thee nigh, Slumber my weary eyes invades: Death spreads his horrors o'er the sky, And thickens all the gather'd shades. I yield, I bow my drooping head, Resign, at length, my anxious care; I sink awhile among the dead, To wake and hail my Morning Star. 163 Bright and morning Star. L. M« 1 "VT'E worlds of light, that roll so near JL The Savior's throne of shining bliss, O tell, how mean your glories are. How faint and few, compar'd with his! 2 We sing the bright and morning Star Jesus, the spring of light and love: See, how its rays, difFus'd from far, Conduct us to the realms above .' 106 CHRIST. 3 Its cheering beams spread wide abroad, Point out the doubtful Christian's way: Still, as he goes, he finds the road Enlighten 'd with a constant day. 4 Thus when the Eastern magi brought Their royal gifts, a star appears; Directs them to the babe they sought, And guides their steps, and calms their fears. 5 When shall we reach the heav'nly place Where this bright Star shall brightest shine 1 Leave far behind these scenes of night, And view a lustre so divine ? 104: Rock smitten; or the Rock of ^^ges. P.M. 7s. 1 T> OCK of ages, cleft for me ! A*- Let me hide myself in thee; Let the water and the blood, From thy wounded side that flowed, Be of sin the perfect cure; Save me. Lord! and make me pure. 2 Should my tears for ever flow, Should my zeal no languor know, This for sin could not atone, Thou must save, and thou alone: In my hand no price I bring; Simply to thy cross I cling. 3 While I draw this fleeting breath. When mme eye-lids close in death, When I rise to worlds unknown. And behold thee on thy throne. Rock of ages, cleft for me ! Let me hide myself in thee. 165 Christ our Friend. P. M. 8.7.8.7. 1 /'"\NE there is, above all others, V-^ Well deserves the name of Friend; His is love, beyond a brother's, Costly, free, and knows no end. , CHRIST. 107 2 Which of all our friends, to save us, Could or would have shed his blood ! But this Savior died to have us Reconcil'd in him to God. 3 When he liv'd on earth abased, Friend of sinners was his name; Now, above all glory raised, He rejoices in the same. 4 Oh, for grace our hearts to soften ! Teach us, Lord, at length to love; We, alas ! forget too often What a Friend we have above. 166 Ingi-atitude to Christ. L. M. 1 T)OOR, weak, and worthless, though I am, ^ I have a rich almighty friend; Jesus, the Savior, is his name. He freely loves, and without end. 2 He ransom 'd me from hell Avith blood; And, by his pow'r, my foes controll'd : He found me wand 'ring far from God, And brought me to his chosen fold. 3 But, ah! my inmost spirit mourns; And well my eyes with tears may swim. To think of my perverse returns : — I've been a faithless friend to him. 4 Often my gracious friend I grieve, Neglect, distrust, and disobey; And often Satan's lies believe Rather than all my friend can say. 1 Sure, were I not most vile and base, I could not thus my friend requite ! And were not he the God of grace, He'd frown and spurn me from his sight. 16T Christ our Refuge. P.M. 7s. 1 JESUS, lover of my soul, EHOLD a stranger at the door ! -D He gently knocks — has knock 'd before, Hath waited long — is waiting still : You treat no other friend so ill. 2 Oh, lovely attitude, he stands With melting heart and loaded hands ! Oh, matchless kindness! and he shows This matchless kindness to his foes ! 3 But will he prove a friend indeed ? He will ; the very friend you need; The friend of sinners — yes, 'tis He, With garments dy'd on Calvary. 4 Rise, touch 'd with gratitude divine ; Turn out his enemy and thine, That soul-destroying monster sin, And let the heav'nly stranger in. 5 Admit him, ere his anger burn, His feet departed ne'er return; Admit him, or the hour's at hand, You'll at his door rejected stand. 132 THE GOSPEL CALL. 3. FROM THE EXAMPLES OF SINKERS RECEIVED. S05t The repenting prodigal. CM. 1 nn^HE Prodigal, with streaming eyes, J- From folly just awake, Reviews his wand'rings with surprise; His heart begins to break. 2 I starve, he cries, nor can I bear The famine in this land; While servants of my Father share The bounty of his hand. 3 With deep repentance I'll return And seek my Father's face; Unworthy to be call'd a son, I'll ask a servant's place. 4 Far off he saw him slowly move, In pensive silence mourn; The Father ran with arms of love To welcome his return. 5 Thro' all the courts the tidings flew, And spread the joy around; The angels tun'd their harps anew; The Prodigal is found ! S06 The converted thief . CM. 1 A S on the cross the Savior hung, -^ And wept, and bled, and died, He pour'd salvation on a wretch That languish 'd at his side. 2 His crimes, with inward grief and shame, The penitent confessed; Then turn'd his dying eyes to Christ, And thus his prayer address'd: 3 "Jesus, thou Son and heir of heaven ! Thou spotless Lamb of God ! I see thee balh'd in sweat and tears, And welt'ring in thy blood. THE GOSPEL CALL. 133 4 "Yet quickly from these scenes of woe In triumph thou shall rise, Burst through tlie gloomy shades of death, And shine above the skies. 5 "Amid the glories of that world, Dear Savior, think on me, And in the vict'ries of thy death Let me a sharer be." 6 His prayer the dying Jesus hears, And instantly replies, — "To-day thy parting- soul shall be With me in Paradise." 207 The leper healed. C. M. 1 TTTHEN the poor leper's case I read, ' » My own describ'd I feel; Sin is a leprosy indeed, Which none but Christ can heal. 2 What anguish did my soul endure, Till hope and patience ceas'd ! The more I strove myself to cure. The more the plague increas'd. 2 While thus I lay distress^, I saw The Savior passing by; To him, though fill'd with shame and awe, I rais'd my mournful cry. 4 Lord, thou canst heal me, if thou wilt, Oh, pity to me show ; Oh, cleanse my leprous soul from guilt, My filthy heart renew. 5 He heard, and with a gracious look Pronounced the healing word; " I will — be clean," and while he spoke I felt my health restor'd. 6 Come, sinners, seize the present hour, The Savior's grace to prove: He can relieve, for he is pow'r — He will, for he is love. 134 THE GOSPEL CALL. 30 St Bartimeus''s prayer. C. M. 1 "]\/l ERCY, O thou son of David P' ^^ Thus the blind Bartim'us pray'd; " Others by thy word are saved, Now to me afford thine aid." 2 Many for his crying chid him, But he cali'd the louder still; Till the gracious Savior bid him, "Come, and ask me what you will." 3 Money was not what he wanted, The' by begging us'd to live; But he ask'd, and Jesus granted Alms which none but he could give. 4 "Lord, remove this grievous blindness, "Let my eyes behold the day!" Straight he saw, and Avon by kindness, Follow 'd Jesus in the way. 5 Oh! methinks I hear him praising, Publishing to all around: "Friends, is not my case amazing? What a Savior 1 have found ! 6 "Oh ! that all the blind but knew him, And would be advis'd by me ! Surely they would liasten to him, He would cause them all to see." FROM THE HAPPINESS OF THE CHRISTIAN IN THE PRESENT AND FUTURE LIFE. 309 The beatitudes. L. M. 1 IDLEST are the humble souls who see -D Their ignorance and poverty: Treasures of grace to them are giv'n, And crowns of joy laid up in heav'n. 2 Blest are the men of broken heart, Who mourn for sin with inward smart; For them divine compassion flows. And healing balm for all their woes. THE GOSPEL CALL. 135 3 Blest are the meek, who stand afar From rage and passion, noise and war; God will secure their peaceful state, And plead their cause against the great. 4 Blest are the souls who thirst for grace, Hunger and long for righteousness: They shall be well supplied and fed With living streams and living bread. 5 Blest are the men whose hearts still move And melt with sympathy and love: They shall themselves from God obtain Like sympathy and love again. 6 Blest are the pure, whose hearts are clean From the defiling power of sin: With endless pleasure they shall see A God of spotless purity. 7 Blest are the men of peaceful life, Who quench the coals of growing strife; They shall be call'd the heirs of bliss, The sons of God, the God of peace. 8 Blest are the sufF'rers who partake Of pain and shame for Jesus' sake : Their souls shall triumph in the Lord, Glory and joy are their reward. 310 The blessings of obedience . C. M. LEST are the undefil'd in heart, 'hose ways are right and clean, Who never from thy law depart, But fly from ev'ry sin. Blest are the men that keep thy word, And practice thy commands; With their whole heart they seek the Lord And serve thee with their hands. Great is their peace who love thy law; How firm their souls abide ! Nor can a bold temptation draw Their steady feet aside. 10 BLE^ W 136 THE GOSPEL CALL. 4 Then shall my heart have inward joy And keep my face from shame, When all thy statutes I obey, And honor all thy name. 211 Religion. L. M. 1 npHROUGH shades and solitudes profound, A The fainting trav'Ier wends his way ; Bewild'ring meteors glare around, And tempt his wand 'ring feet astray,** 2 Till mild religion from above Descends, a sweet engaging form, The messenger of heav'nly love, The bow of promise 'mid the storm. 3 Beyond the narrow vale of time, Where bright celestial ages roll. To scenes eternal, scenes sublime, She points the way, and leads the soul. 4 At her approach the grave appears The gate of Paradise restor'd: Her voice the watching cherub hears. And drops his double-flaming sword. 7 Baptiz'd with her renewing fire. May we the crown of glory gain, Rise when the hosts of heav'n expire. And reign with God, for ever reign! 312 The righteous— the wicked. S. M. 1 rriHE man is ever blest -*- Who shuns the sinners' ways; Amongst their councils never stands, Nor takes the scorner's place: 2 But makes the law of God His study and delight, Amidst the labors of the day And watches of the night. 3 He like a tree shall thrive, With waters near the root : THE GOSPEL CALL. 137 Fresh as the leaf his name shall live, His works are heav'nly fruit. 4 Not so th' ungodly race, Tliey no such blessings find ; Their hopes shall flee like empty chaff Before the driving wind. 5 How will they bear to stand Before that judgment-seat Where all the saints at Christ's right hand In full assembly meet ? G He knows and he approves The way the righteous go: But sinners and their works shall meet A dreadful overthrow. AWAKENING. THE EVIL OF SIN. 213t The evil heart. S.M. 1 A STONISHED and distressed, ^ I turn mine eyes within ; — My heart with heavy guilt oppressed, The seat of ev'ry sin. 2 What crowds of evil thoughts, What vile affections there ! Distrust, presumption, artful guile. Pride, envy, slavish fear! 3 Almighty King of saints ! These hateful sins subdue ; Dispel the darkness from my mind, And all my pow'rs renew. 4 Then shall my cheerful voice To thee hosannas raise ; My soul shall glow with gratitude, — My lips pronounce thy praise. ^14:t Sense of ingratitude. CM. 1 "PiEAR Savior, when my thoughts recall -L/ The wonders of thy grace. Low, at thy feet, ashamed, I fall, And hide this wretched face. 138 THE GOSPEL CALL. 2 Shall love like thine be thus repaid? Ah, vile, ungrateful heart! By earth's low cares detained, betrayed From Jesus to depart ; — 3 From Jesus, who alone can give True pleasure, peace, and rest; — When absent from my Lord, I live Unsatisfied, unblest. 4 But he, for his own mercy's sake, My wand 'ring soul restores; He bids the mourning heart partake The pardon it implores. 5 O, while I breathe to thee, my Lord, The penitential sigh. Confirm the kind, forgiving word, With pity in thine eye. 6 Then shall the mourner, at thy feet, Rejoice to seek thy face; And, grateful, own how kind, how sweet, Is thy forgiving grace. 2X5 W'e must be born again. C. M 1 OINNERS, this solemn truth regard ! ^ Hear, all ye sons of men ; For Christ, the Savior, hath declar'd, "Ye must be born again." 2 Whate'er might be your birth or blood, The sinner's boast is vain ; Thus saith the glorious Son of God, " Ye must be born again." 3 Our nature 's totally deprav'd — The heart a sink of sin ; Without a change we can't be sav'd ; "Ye must be born again."* 4 Spirit of life, thy grace impart, And breathe on sinners slain; Bear witness, Lord, in ev'ry heart. That we are born again. THE GOSPEL CALL. 139 6 Dear Savior, let us now begin To trust and love thy word; And, by forsaking ev'ry sin. Prove we are born of God. THE sinner's helplessness. 316 The successful resolve. CM. 1 /^OME, humble sinner, in whose breast ^ A thousand thoughts revolve, Come with your guilt and fear opprest, And make this last resolve : 2 "Til go to Jesus, though my sin Hath like a mountain rose; I know his courts, I'll enter in, Whatever may oppose. 3 "Prostrate I'll lie before his throne, And there my guilt confess; I'll tell him I'm a wretch undone, Without his sov'reign grace. 4 "Perhaps he will admit my plea, Perhaps will hear my pray'r; But if 1 perish, I will pray, And perish only there. 5 "I can but perisli if I go, I am resolv'd to try; For if 1 stay away, i know I must for ever die." 6 But if I die with mercy sought, When I the King have tried, That were to die (delightful thought!) As sinner never died. VANITY AND UNCERTAINTY OF LIFE. !!j J.T Life the day of grace and hope. L. M. 1 1 IFE is the time tu serve the Lord, -Li Tlie time t' insure the great reward; And while the lamp lioias out to burn, The vilest sinner may return. J40 THE GOSPEL CALL. 2 Life is the hour that God has given To 'scape from hell, and fly to heaven; The day of grace, and mortals may Secure the blessings of the day. 3 The living know that they must die, But all the dead forgotten lie, They have no share in all that's done Beneath the circuit of the sun. 4 Then what my thoughts design to do, My hands, with all your might pursue. Since no device, nor work is found, Nor faith, nor hope, beneath the ground. 5 There are no acts of pardon past In the cold grave to which we haste, But darkness, death, and long despair Reign in eternal silence there. 218 To-day. L. M. 1 TT ASTEN, O sinner, to be wise, -tj- And stay not for the morrow's sun; The longer wisdom you despise, The harder is she to be won. 2 Oh, hasten, mercy to implore, And stay not for the morrow's sun, For fear thy season should be o'er Before this ev'ning's course be run. 3 Hasten, O sinner, to return. And stay not for the morrow's sun, For fear thy lamp should fail to burn Before the needful work is done. 4 Hasten, O sinner, to be blest. And stay not for the morrow's sun, For fear the curse should thee arrest Before the morrow is begun. 319 The rich ivorldling. CM. 1 "A/TY barns are full, my stores increase; --'J- And now for many years, Soul, eat and drink, and take thine ease, Secure from want and fears." THE GOSPEL CALL. 141 2 Thus, while a worldling boasted once, As many now presume, He heard the Lord himself pronounce His sudden, awful doom : 3 " This night, vain fool, thy soul must pass Into a world unknown ; And Avho shall then the stores possess Which thou hast call'd thine own ?" 4 Thus blinded mortals fondly scheme For happiness below, Till death destroys the pleasing dream, And they awake to woe. 2 2 Of Treasure in heaven. P. M. 8.7.8.7.8.8.7. 1 4 SPIRE, my heart, on high to live ! ^ For there is found thy treasure: What's here, would all thy hopes deceive, — There only is true pleasure. Poor is the wealth that soon must fail, None other can for tliee avail Than riches stor'd in heaven. 2 'Tis all a gift, — not wages paid, — This treasure none can merit; And Jesus, who atonement made, He, only, can confer it. The soul can have no higher good, Than God's beloved Son, with blood. For us hath dearly purchas'd. 3 This is a treasure will remain, — By faith in him, we seal it: No foe can make its title vain. No thief can ever steal it. Nor death nor time its worth destroys, 'Twill be a source of holy joys. Long as the soul is living. 142 THE GOSPEL CALL. ^ i\ Jesus''s invitation to the afflicted. P. M. 1 /^OME, said Jesus' sacred voice, ^ Come and make my paths your choice; I will guide you to your home I Weary pilgrim, hither come ! 2 Thou who, houseless, sole, forlorn, Long hast borne the proud world's scorn, Long hast roam'd the barren waste; Weary pilgrim, hither haste ! 3 Ye who, toss'd on beds of pain, Seek for ease, but seek in vam; Ye, whose swoll'n and sleepless eyes Watch to see the morning rise; 4 Ye, by fiercer anguish torn, Guilt, in strong remorse, who mourn, Here repose your heavy care : Conscience wounded who can bear? 5 Sinner, come ! for here is found Balm that flows for ev'ry wound; Peace that ever shall endure; Rest eternal, sacred, sure. 332 Love to the creatures is day^gerous. C. M 1 T_| O W vain are all things here below ! -^ How false, and yet how fair! Each pleasure hath its poison too, And ev'ry sweet a snare. 2 The brightest things below the sky Give but a flatt'ring light; We should suspect some danger nigh Where we possess delight. 3 Our dearest joys, and nearest friends, The partners of our blood. How they divide our wav'ring minds, And leave but half for God !* 4 Dear Savior, let thy beauties be My soul's eternal food ; And grace command my heart away From all created good. THE GOSPEL CALL. 143 SSo The shortness and mwery of life. C. M. 1 f \\JR days, alas ! our mortal days, * ^ Are short and wretched too ; "£rj/ and /ew," the patriarch says, And well the patriarch knew. 2 'Tis but at best a narrow bound That heaven allows to men, And pains and sins run through the round Of threescore years and ten. 3 Well, if ye must be sad and few^ ., Run on, my days, in haste; '*" Moments of sin, and months of woe, Ye cannot fly too fast. 4 Let heav'nly love prepare my soul, And call her to the skies, Where years of long salvation roll, And glory never dies. 324 Frailty and folly. CM. 1 TTOW short and hasty is our life ! J^ How vast our souls' aflairs ! Yet senseless mortals vainly strive To lavish out their years. 2 Our days run thoughtlessly along, Without a moment's stay; Just like a story, or a song, We pass our lives away. 3 God from on high invites us home, But we march heedless on, And ever hast'ning to the tomb, Stoop downwards as we run. 4 How we deserve the deepest hell, That slight the joys above ! What chains of vengeance should we feel. That break such cords of love ! 5 Draw us, O Savior, with thy grace, And lift our thoughts on high, That we may end this mortal race, And see salvation nigh. 144 THE GOSPEL CALL. SS5 The vanity of creatures. L. M- 1 IVTAN has a soul of vast desires; -^^ He burns within with restless fires; Tost to and fro, his passions fly From vanity to vanity. 2 In vain on earth we hope to find Some solid good to fill the mind; We try new pleasures, but we feel The inward thirst and torment still. 3 So, when a raging fever burns, We change from side to side by turns; And 'tis a poor relief we gain, To change the place, but keep the pain. 4 Great God ! subdue this vicious thirst, This love to vanity and dust; Cure the vile fever of the mind, And feed our souls with joys refin'd. 326t The Spirit inviting. S. M. 1 n^HE Spirit in our liearts J- Is whisp'ring, "Sinners, come;" The bride, the church of Christ, proclaimg To all his children, " Come !" 2 Let him that heareth say To all about him, "Come;*' Let him that thirsts for righteousness, To Christ the fountain come. 3 Yes, whosoever will, O, let him freely come, And freely drink the stream of life ; 'Tis Jesus bids him come. 4 Lo ! Jesus, who invites. Declares, " I quickly come:" Lord, even so; we wait thine hour; O, blest Redeemer, come. IJ THE GOSPEL CALL. 145 32T Time is short. C M. f^HE time is short ! the season near When death will us remove; To leave our friends, liowever dear, And all we fondly love. 2 The time is short ! sinners, beware, Nor trifle time away; The word of great salvation hear While it is calPd to-day. 3 The time is short! ye rebels, now To Christ the Lord submit; To mercy's golden sceptre bow, And fall at Jesus' feet. 4 The time is short ! ye saints rejoice — The Lord will quickly come: Soon shall you hear the Bridegroom's voice, To call you to your home. 5 The time is short! it swiftly flies — The hour is just at hand, When we shall mount above the skies, And reach the wish'd-for land. 6 The time is short ! — the moment near When we shall dwell above, And be for ever happy there With Jesus, whom we love. DANGER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT's WITHDRAWING HIS INFLUENCE. 22 S The returning backslider. L. M. 1 QTAY, thou insulted Spirit, stay, ^ Though I have done thee such Nor cast the sinner quite away, Nor take thine everlasting flight. 2 Though I have steel'd my stubborn heart, Oft shaken off" my guilty fears. And vex'd and urg'd thee to depart. For many long rebellious years; 146 THE GOSPEL CALL. 3 Though I have most unfaithful been Of all who e'er thy grace receiv'd, Ten thousand times thy goodness seen, Ten thousand times thy goodness griev'd; 4 Yet O ! the chief of sinners spare In honor-of my great High-Priest; Nor in thy righteous anger swear T' exclude me from thy people's rest. 5 This only woe I deprecate, This only plague I pray remove. Nor leave me in my lost estate, Nor curse me with this want of love. 6 E'en now my weary soul release, Upraise me Avith thy gracious hand, And guide into thy perfect peace, And bring me to the promis'd land. 329 My Spirit shall not aliv ays strive. L M. 1 CAY, sinner, hath a voice within ^^ Oft whisper'd to thy secret soul, Urg'd thee to leave the ways of sin. And yield thy heart to God's control? 2 Hath something met thee in the path Of worldliness and vanity, And pointed to the coming wrath, And warn'd thee from that wrath to flee? 3 Sinner, it was a heav'nly voice, — It was the Spirit's gracious call; It bade thee make the better choice, And haste to seek in Christ thine all. 4 Spurn not the call to life and light; Regard in time the warning kind; That call thou may'st not always slight, And yet the gate of mercy find. 5 God's Spirit will not always strive With iiarden'd self-destroying man; Ye, who persist his love to grieve, May never hear his voice again. THE GOSPEL CALL. 147 6 Sinner — perhaps this very day Thy last accepted time may be; Oh,shouldst thou grieve him now away, Then hope may never beam on thee. 330 J^oiD is the accepted time. C. M. 1 "VTOW is the time, th' accepted hour, -L ' O sinners, come away; The Savior 's knocking at your door, Arise witliout delay. 2 Oh ! don't refuse to give him room, Lest mercy should withdraw; He'll then in robes of vengeance come To execute his law. 3 Then where, poor mortals, will you be, If destitute of grace, When you your injur 'd Judge shall see, And stand before his face. 4 Oh! could you shun that dreadful sight, How would you wish to fly To the dark shades of endless night, From that all-searching eye! 5 The dead awak'd must all appear, And you among them stand, Before the great impartial bar, Arraign 'd at Christ's left hand. 6 Let not these warnings be in vain, But lend a list'ning ear; Lest you should meet them all again, When wrapt in keen despair. THE CERTAINTY OF DEATH AND JUDGMENT. 33 X Anticipations of eternity. S. M. 1 A ND am I born to die? -^ To lay this body down ? And must my trembling spirit fly Into a world unknown.? 148 THE GOSPEL CALL. 2 Soon as from earth I go What will become of me? Eternal happiness or woe , Must then my portion be ! 3 Wak'd by the trumpet's sound, I from my grave must rise, And see the Judge with glory crown 'd. And see the flaming skies. 4 How shall I leave my tomb.^ With triumph or regret? A fearful or a joyful doom, A curse or blessing meet? 5 Will angel bands convey Their brother to the bar? Or devils drag my soul away To meet its sentence there? 6 Who can resolve the doubt That tears my anxious breast? Shall I be with the damn'd cast out, Or numbered with the blest? 7 1 must from God be driv'n, Or with niy Savior dwell; Must come at his command to heav'n, Or else depart to hell. 8 O thou that wouldst not have One wretched sinner die, Who diedst thyself, my soul to save From endless misery, 9 vShow me the way to shun Thy dreadful wrath severe, That when thou comest on thy throne, I may with joy appear. 8 8 6 8 8 6 S3^ Life a time of trial and preparation. P.M. 1 A ND am I only born to die ? -^ And must I suddenly comply With nature's stern decree? THE GOSPEL CALL. 149 What after death for me remains ? Celestial joys, or hellish pains, To all eternity. 2 How then ought I on earth to live, While God prolongs the kind reprieve, And props the house of clay ; My sole concern, my single care, To watch, and tremble, and prepare Against that fatal day ! 3 No room for mirth or trifling here, For worldly hope, or worldly fear, If life so soon is gone; If now the Judge is at the door. And all mankind must stand before Th' inexorable throne I 1 No matter which my thoughts employ, A moment's misery or joy: But oh! when both shall end. Where shall I find my destin'd place? Shall I my everlasting days With fiends or angels spend? 5 Nothing is worth a thought beneath, But how I may escape the death That never, never dies ! How make mine own election sure; And when I fail on earth, secure A mansion in the skies. 6 Jesus, vouchsafe a pitying ray, Be thou my guide, be thou my way To glorious happiness ! Ah ! write the pardon on my heart! And whensoe'er I hence depart. Let me depart in peace ! ^33 Sickness and death. L. M. 1 IVTY soul, the minutes haste away, ^^■^ Apace comes on th' important day, When in the icy arms of death I must give up my vital breatli. 150 THE GOSPEL CALL. 2 Look forward to the moving scene; How wilt thou be affected then"? When from on liigh some sharp disease Resistless shall my vitals seize. 3 When all the springs of life are low, The spirits faint, the pulses slow; The eyes grow dim and short the breath, Presages of approaching death; 4 When clammy sweats through evVy part. Show life 's retreating from the heart; Its last resistance there to make, And then the breathless frame forsake; 5 When all eternity's in sight, The brightest day, or blackest night, One shock will break the building down And hurl thee into worlds unknown. 6 O come, my soul, the matter weigh ! How wilt thou leave thy kindred clay! And how those unknown regions try. And launch into eternity ! 284: The night cometh. L. M. 1 A WAKE, awake, my sluggish soul, -^ Awake and view thy setting sun; See how the shades of death advance, Ere half the task of life is done. 2 Death ! — 'tis an awful, solemn sound ; Oh ! let it wake the slumb'ring ear! Apace the dreadful conqu'ror comes, With all his pale companions near. 3 Thy drowsy eyes will soon be clos'd — These friendly warnings heard no more; Soon will the mighty Judge approach; E'en now he stands before the door. 4 To-day attend his gracious voice; This is the summons that he sends: "Awake, — for on this transient hour Thy long eternity depends." R THE GOSPEL CALL. 151 335 The sinner weighed and found wanting. L. M. AISE, thoughtless sinner, raise thine eye; Behold God's balance lifted high ! There shall his justice be display 'd, And there thy hope and life be weigh 'd. 2 See in one scale his perfect law; Mark with what force its precepts draw : Wouldst thou the awful test sustain ? — Thy works how light! thy thoughts how vain? 3 Behold, the hand of God appears To trace in dreadful characters; " Sinner — thy soul is wanting found, And wrath shall smite thee to the ground."* 4 One only hope may yet prevail — Christ hath a weight to turn the scale; Still doth the gospel publish peace, And show a Savior's righteousness. 5 Great God, exert thy power to save; Deep on the heart these truths engrave, The pond'rous load of guilt remove, That trembling lips may sing thy love. 336 The scoffer. C. M. 1 A LL ye who laugh and sport with death, Jrx. And say there is no hell, The gasp of your expiring breath Will send you there to dwell. 2 When iron slumbers bind your flesh, With strange surprise you'll find Immortal vigor springs afresh, And tortures wake the mind ! 3 Then you'll confess the frightful names Of plagues you scornM before, No more shall sound like idle dreams. Like foolish tales no more.* 11 152 THE GOSPEL CALL ^37' The harvest is past. S. M. 1 T SAW, beyond the tomb, J- The awful Judge appear, Prepar'd to scan with strict account My blessings wasted here. 2 His wrath, like flaming fire, Burn'd to the lowest hell — And in that hopeless Avorld of woe, He bade my spirit dwell. 3 Ye sinners, fear the Lord, While yet 'tis call'd to-day; Soon will the awful voice of death Command your souls away. 4 Soon may the harvest close — The summer soon be o'er — And then your injur'd, angry God Will hear your pray'rs no more. 33S Death and judgment. P. M. 1 T\ ' HEN frowning death appears, ^^ And points his fatal dart, What dark foreboding fears Distract the sinner's heart ! The dreadful blow No arm can stay, But, torn away, He sinks to woe. 2 Nov/ ev'ry hope denied, Bereft of every good. He must the wrath abide Of an avenging God ; No mercy there Will greet his ear, Nor wipe the tear Of black despair. 3 Sinners, awake, attend, And flee the wrath to come; THE GOSPEL CALL. 153 Make Christ, the Judge, your friend, And heav'n shall be your home: His mercy nigh, Now points the path That leads from death To joys on high. 239 Prepare to meet thij God. P.M. 7.7.7.7. 1 O INNER, art thou still secure? O Wilt thou still refuse to pray .' Can thy heart or hands endure In the Lord's avenging day .' 2 See, his mighty arm is bared ! Awful terrors clothe his brow ! For his judgment stand prepared, Thou must either break or bow. 3 At his presence nature shakes, Earth, atfrighted, hastes to flee; Solid mountains melt like wax, What will then become of thee ? 4 Who his advent may abide ? You that glory in your shame, Will you find a place to hide When the world is wrapt in flame .' 5 Lord, prepare us by thy grace ! Soon Ave must resign our breath. And our souls be call'd to pass Through the iron gate of death. 6 Let us now our day improve. Listen to the gospel voice : Seek the things that are above : Scorn the world's pretended joys. 240 The alarm. P. M. 7.6.7.6.7.7.7.6, 1 OTOP, poor sinners, stop and think, ^ Before you further go; Will you sport upon the brink Of everlasting woe ! 154 THE GOSPEL CALL. On the verge of ruin stop — Now the friendly warning take — Stay your footsteps — ere ye drop Into the burning lake. 2 Say, have you an arm like God, That you his will oppose? Fear ye not that iron rod With which he breaks his foes? Can you stand in that dread day, Which his justice shall proclaim, When the earth shall melt away Like wax before the flame ? 3 Ghastly death will quickly come, And drag you to his bar; Then to hear your awful doom, Will fill you with despair ! All your sins will round you crowd, — You shall mark their crimson dye, — Each for vengeance crying loud; And what can you reply 1 4 Though your heart were made of steel, Your forehead lined with brass, God at length will make you feel, He will not let you pass; Sinners then in vain will call, Those who now despise his grace, "Rocks and mountains, on us fall, And hide us from his face." 341 Trust in Jesus. C. M. 1 rpHERE is a voice of sov'reign grace JL Sounds from the sacred word: *'Ho! ye despairing sinners, come. And trust upon the Lord.'' 2 My soul obeys th' Almighty call, And runs to this relief; I would believe thy promise, Lord, Oh I help my unbelief. Till: GOSPEL CALL. 155 3 To the dear fountain of thy blood, Incarnate God, I fly; Here let me wash my spotted soul From, crimes of deepest dye.* 4 A guilty, weak, and helpless worm, On thy kind arms I fall; Be thou my strength and righteousness, My Jesus, and my all! 242 Eternity. L. M. 1 Tj^ TERNITY is just at hand ! A--i And shall I waste my ebbing sand, And careless view departing day, And throw my inch of time away? 2 But an eternity there is Of endless woe, or endless bliss; And swift as time fulfils its round, We to eternity are bound. 3 What countless millions of mankind Have left this fleeting world behind ! They're gone! but where? — ah, pause and see. Gone to a long eternity. 4 Sinner ! canst thou for ever dwell In all the fiery deeps of hell; And is death nothing, then, to thee. Death, and a dread eternity? 243 The misertj and danger of sinners. C. M. 1 OINNERS : the voice of God regard: ^ 'Tis mercy speaks to-day ; He calls you by his gracious word From sin's destructive way. 2 Like the rough sea that cannot rest. You live devoid of peace; A thousand stings within your breast Deprive your souls of ease. 3 Your way is dark, and leads to hell: Why will you persevere ? w 156 THE GOSPEL CALL. Can you in frightful torments dweU, Shut up in black despair? 4 Bow to the sceptre of his word, Renouncing ev'ry sin; Submit to him, your sov'reign Lord, And learn his will divine. "44: The folly of neglecting religion. L. M. HY will ye lavish out your years Amidst a thousand trilling cares, While, in the various range of thought, The one thing needful is forgot? 2 Why will ye chase the fleeting wind And famish an immortal mind, While angels with regret look down To see you spurn a heav'nly crown ? 3 Th' eternal God calls from above And Jesus pleads his dying love; Awaken 'd conscience gives you pain: And shall they join their pleas in vain? 4 Not so your dying eyes shall view Those objects which ye now pursue; Not so shall heav'n and hell appear When the decisive hour is near. 5 Almighty God ! thine aid impart, To fix conviction on the heart: Thy pow'r can clear the darkest eyes, And make the haughtiest scorner wise. 345t The terrors of eternity. P. M. 8.8.7.8.8.7.8.8 1 T^TERNITY! terrific word, XLi Within the heart a piercing sword ! Beginning Avithout ending! Eternity ! unmeasur'd time ! I sink beneath the thought sublime That I to thee am tending: Deep horror fills my quaking heart, My lips in speech refuse to part. THE GOSPEL CALL. 157 2 Eternity ! O what a pang ! Eternity ! no serpent's fang Could send that thrill of terror. When I revolve thy clanking chains, Thy dark abyss of deathless pains, My soul is fill'd with horror. 0 search the universe around, No equal terror can be found ! 3 Awake, O man, from sinful sleep; Bethink thyself, thou straying sheep, Seek God by true repentance ! Awake, behold thy wasting sand, Eternity is just at hand And brings thine awful sentence. This is, perchance, thy final day: Who knows how soon he's snatch'd away? 4 Eternity! terrific word. Within the heart a piercing sword ! Beginning without ending! Eternity ! unmeasur'd time ! 1 sink beneath the thought sublime That I to thee am tending: Lord Jesus, when it pleaseth thee, Grant me thy blest eternity ! 34:0 Youth and judgment. L. M. 1 TTE sons of Adam, vain and young, -*- Indulge your eyes, indulge your tongue, Taste the delights your souls desire, And give a loose to all your fire: 2 Pursue the pleasures you design, And cheer your hearts with songs and wine. Enjoy the day of mirth; but knoAV There is a day of judgment too. 3 God from on higli beholds your thoughts, His book records your secret faults; The works of darkness you have done Must all appear before the sun. 158 THE GOSPEL CALL. 4 The vengeance to your follies due Should strike your hearts with terror through: How will ye stand before his face, Or answer for his injur'd grace ? 5 Almighty God, turn off their eyes From these alluring vanities, And let the thunder of thy word Awake their souls to fear the Lord. 34 • Death and eternity. C. M. 1 OTOOP down, my thoughts, that us'd to rise, ^^ Converse awhile with death; Think how a gasping mortal lies, And pants away his breath. 2 His quiv'ring lip hangs feebly down, His pulses faint and few, Then, speechless, with a doleful groan He bids the world adieu. 3 But, O ! the soul that never dies ! At once it leaves the clay ! Ye thoughts, pursue it where it flies. And track its wondrous way. 4 Up to the courts where angels dwell, It mounts triumphing there, Or devils plunge it down to hell In infinite despair. 5 And must my body faint and die.' And must this soul remove? O for some guardian angel nigh To bear it safe above ! 6 Jesus, to thy dear' faithful hand My naked soul I trust, And my flesh waits for thy command To drop into my dust. PEN'ITENCE OF THE AWAKENED SINNER. 159 THE AWAKENED SINNER. 248 ^^ prayer for seriousness. P.M. 8.8.6.8.8.6. 1 npHOU God of glorious majesty, A To thee, against myself, to thee, A worm of earth, I cry; A half-awaken'd child of man, An heir of endless bliss or pain, A sinner born to die ! 2 Lo ! on a narrow neck of land, 'Twixt two unbounded seas I stand. Secure, insensible: A point of time, a moment's space Removes me to that heav'nly place, Or shuts me up in hell. 3 O God mine inmost soul convert ! And deeply on my thoughtful heart Eternal things impress: Give me to feel their solemn weight, And tremble on the brink of fate, And wake to righteousness 4 Before me place in dread array The pomp of that tremendous day When thou with clouds shalt come To judge the nations at thy bar ; And tell me. Lord, shall I be there To meet a joyful doom 1 5 Be this my one great bus'ness here, With serious industry and fear Eternal bliss t' insure : Thine utmost counsel to fulfil, And suffer all thy righteous will, And to the end endure. 6 Then Savior, then, my soul receive, Transported from this vale to live And reign with thee above, Where faith is sweetly lost in sight. And hope in full supreme delight And everlasting love. 160 PENITENCE OF THE 24:9 The true repentance. S. M. 1 ^\ LET me now repent! " ' With all my idols part; And to thy gracious eye present An humble contrite heart! 2 A heart with grief opprest, For having griev'd my God; A troubled heart that cannot rest Till sprinkled with thy blood ! 3 Jesus, on me bestow The penitent desire ; With true sincerity of woe My aching breast inspire; 4 With soft'ning pity look, And melt my hardness down; Strike with thy love's resistless stroke, And break this heart of stone ! SdO For true repentance. C. M. 1 r\ FOR that tenderness of heart ^-^ Which bows before the Lord, Acknowledges how just thou art. And trembles at thy word ! 2 O for those humble contrite tears Which from repentance flow, That consciousness of guilt which fears The long suspended blow ! 3 Savior, to me in pity give The sensible distress, The pledge thou wilt at last receive, And bid me die in peace; 4 Wilt from the dreadful day remove Before the evil come, My spirit hide with saint^ above, My body in the tomb. AWAKENED SINNER. 161 Sol Prayer for a renewed heart. C. M. 1 /~\ FOR a heart to praise my God, ^^ A lieart from sin set free ! A heart that always feels thy blood, So freely spilt for me ! 2 A heart resign'd, submissive, meek, My great Redeemer's throne; Where only Christ is heard to speak, Where Jesus reigns alone. 3 O for a lowly, contrite heart, Believing, true, and clean; Which neither life nor death can part From him that dwells within. 4 A heart in ev'ry thought renewM, And full of love divine ; Perfect, and right, and pure, and good, A copy. Lord, of thine! 5 Thy nature, gracious Lord, impart, Come quickly from above; Write thy new name upon my heart, Thy new, best name of love. 253 Prayer for penitence. S. M. 1 /~\ LET me now repent ! V^ O let me now believe ! Thou by whose voice the marble rent. The rock in sunder cleave ! Thou, by thy two-edg'd sword, My soul and spirit part ; Strike with the hammer of thy word. And break my stubborn heart. 2 Savior and Prince of peace, The double grace bestow; Unloose the bands of wickedness. And let the captive go: Grant me my sins to feel, And then the load remove: — Wound, and pour in, my wounds to heal, The balm of pard'ning love. 162 PENITENCE OF THE 3 For thine own mercy's sake, The hindrance now remove, And into thy protection take The pris'ner of thy love; In ev'ry trying hour Stand by my feeble soul, And screen me from my nature's poWr, Till thou hast made me whole. 4 This is thy will, I know, That I should holy be; Should all my sins at once forsake, This moment turn to thee: O may I now embrace Thine all-sufficient pow'r! And never more to sin give place, And never grieve thee more. SOo Hardness of heart lamented. L. M. 1 /"i FOR a glance of heav'nly day, ^ * To take this stubborn heart away, And thaw with beams of love divine This heart, this frozen heart of mine ! 2 The rocks can rend ; the earth can quake; The seas can roar; the mountains shake; Of feeling all things show some sign. But this unfeeling heart of mine. 3 To hear the sorrows thou hast felt, O Lord, an adamant might melt; But I can read each moving line. And nothing moves this heart of mine. 4 Thy judgments too, which devils fear, (Amazing thought !) unmov'd I hear; Goodness and wrath in vain combine To stir this stupid heart of mine. 5 Eternal Spirit ! mighty God ! Apply to me the Savior's blood; 'Tis his rich blood, and his alone, Can move and melt this heart of stone. AWAKENED SINNER. 163 ^54 Original and actual sin confessed. L. M. 1 T ORD, I am vile, conceiv'd in sin, -*-^ And born unholy and unclean; Sprung from the man whose guilty fall Corrupts the race, and taints us all. 2 Soon as we draw our infant breath, The seeds of sin grow up for death; Tliy law demands a perfect heart, But we're defiled in ev'ry part. 3 Great God, create my heart anew, And form my spirit pure and true; O make me wise betimes to spy I\Iy danger and my remedy. 4 Behold, I fall before thy face; My only refuge is thy grace: No outward forms can make me clean; The leprosy lies deep within. 5 No bleeding bird, nor bleeding beast. Nor hyssop branch, nor sprinkling priest, Nor running brook, nor flood, nor sea, Can wash the dismal stain away. 6 Jesus, my God, thy blood alone Halli pow'r sufficient to atone; Thy blood can make n\e white as snow; No Jewish types could cleanse me so.* ^55 The contrite heart. C. M. 1 'T^HE Lord will happiness divii * On contrite hearts bestow. me On contrite hearts hesu Then tell me, gracious God ! is mint A contrite heart or no? 2 I hear, but seem to hear in vain. Insensible as steel; If aught is felt, ^tis only pain To find I cannot feel 164 PENITEKCE OF THE 3 I sometimes think myself inclin'd To love thee, if I could; But often feel another mind, Averse to all that's good. 4 My best desires are faint and few, I fain would strive for more; But when I cry, " My strength renew," Seem weaker than before. 5 Thy saints are comforted, I know, And love thy house of prayer; I therefore go where others go, But find no comfort there. 6 O make this heart rejoice or ache; — Decide this doubt foi' me; And, if it be not broken, break — And heal it, if it be. 356 Penitential sighs. P.M. 7.7.7.7. 1 T^ATHER ! at thy call I come, ^ In thy bosom there is room For a guilty soul to hide, — Press'd with grief on ev'ry side. 2 Darkness fills my trembling soul; Floods of sorrow o'er me roll; Pity, Father! pity me; All my hope is plac'd in thee. 3 But may such a wretch as I, — Self-condemn'd and doom'd to die, Ever hope to be forgiv'n. And be smil'd upon iDy heav'n ? 4 Yes, I may ! for I espy Pity trickling from thine eye; 'Tis a Father's heart that moves, Moves with pardon and Avith love. 5 Well I do remember, loo. What his love hath deign'd to do; How he sent a Savior down, All my follies to atone. AWAKENED SINNER. 165 6 Has my elder brother died? And is justice satisfied? Why, — oh, why should I despair Of my Father's tender care? 357 The 'penitent. CM. 1 "P^EAR Jesus! prostrate at thy feet J-/ A guilty rebel lies ; And upwards to the mercy-seat Presumes to hft his eyes. 2 Oh let not justice frown me hence; Stay, stay the vengeful storm: Forbid it that Omnipotence Should crush a feeble worm. 3 If tears of sorrow would suflSce To pay the debt I owe, Tears should from both my weeping eyes In ceaseless torrents flow. 4 But no such sacrifice I plead To expiate my guilt; No tears, but those which thou hast shed, — No blood, but thou hast spilt. 5 Think of thy sorrows, dearest Lord ! And all my sins forgive: Justice will well approve the word That bids the sinner live. 258 Confession of sin. P. M. 7.7.7.7. 1 r^ OD of mercy ! God of grace ! ^J Hear our penitential songs; O restore thy suppliant race, Thou to whom our praise belongs I 2 Deep regret for follies past, Talents wasted, time misspent; Hearts debas'd by worldly cares, Thankless for the blessings lent; 3 Foolish fears and fond desires Vain regrets for things as vain ; 166 PENITENCE OF THE Lips too seldom taught to praise, Oft to murmur and complain; 4 These, and ev'ry secret fault, Fiird with grief and shame we own; Humbled at thy feet we lie. Seeking pardon from thy throne.* SoO Indwelling s'm lamented. CM. 1 TT J"1TH tears of anguish I lament, * » Here at thy feet, my God, My passion, pride, and discontent, And vile ingratitude. 2 Sure there was ne'er a heart so base So false as mine has been; So faithless to its promises, So prone to ev'ry sin ! 3 My reason tells me thy commands Are holy, just, and true; Tells me whate'er my God demands Is his most righteous due. 4 Reason I hear, her counsels weigh, And all her words approve; But still I find it hard t' obey, And harder yet to love. 5 How long, dear Savior, shall I feel These strugglings in my breast? When wilt tiiou bow my stubborn will And give my conscience rest ? 6 Break, sov 'reign grace, O break the charm, And set the captive free; Reveal, Almighty God, thine arm, And haste to rescue me. 360 Conflict between flesh and spirit. L. M 1 1J[ OW sad and awful is my state ! ■* -* The very thing I do I hate ! When I to God draw near in pray'r, I feel the conflict even there ! AWAKENED SINNER. 167 2 I mourn, because 1 cannot mourn; I hate my sin, yet cannot turn; I grieve, because I cannot grieve; I hear the truth, but can't believe. 3 Where sliall so great a sinner run? I see I'm ruin'd and undone; Dear Lord, in pity now draw near, And banish ev'ry rising fear. 4 Thy blood, dear Lord, which thou hast spilt, Can make this rocky heart to melt; Thy blood can make me clean within — Thy blood can pardon all my sin. 5 'Tis on th' atonement of that blood, I now approach to thee, my God; This is my hope, this is my claim — Jesus has died to hide my sin. 261 The thoughtless sinner converted. L. M. 1 A LAS, alas, how blind I've been, J\. How little of myself I've seen! Sportive I sail'd the sensual tide. Thoughtless of God, whom I defied. 2 Oft have I heard of heav'n, and hell, Where bliss and woe eternal dwell ; But mock'd the threats of truth divine. And scorn'd the place where angels shine. 3 My heart has long refus'd the blood Of Jesus, the descending God; And guilty passion boldly broke The holy law which heav'n had spoke. 4 Th' alluring world controll'd my choice; When conscience spake, I hush'd its voice; Securely laugh 'd along the road. Which hapless millions first had trod. 5 But now, th' Almighty God comes near And fills my soul v.'ith awful fear — Perhaps I sink to endless pain, Nor hear the voice of joy again. 12 168 PK.VITENCE OF THE ,Z^^4> JS'^eglected opportunities. C. M. 1 AH, what can I, a sinner do, ^^ With all my guilt opprest ? I feel the hardness of my heart, And conscience knows no rest. 2 Great God, thy good and perfect law Does all my life condemn; The secret evils of my soul Fill me with fear and shame. 3 How many precious Sabbaths gone, I never can recall; And, oh, what cause have I to mourn, Who misimprov'd them all ! 4 How long, how often have I heard Of Jesus, and of heav'n; Yet scarcely listen'd to his word, Or pray'd to be forgiv'n! 5 Constrain me, Lord, to turn to thee, And grant renewing grace; For thou this flinty heart canst break, And thine shall be the praise. 203 Prayer for the Holtj Spirit. L. M. 1 f\ TURN, great Ruler of the skies, ^^ Turn from my sin thy searching eyes, Nor let th' offences of my hand, W^ithin thy book recorded stand. 2 Give me a will to thine subdu'd, A conscience pure, a soul renew'd; Nor let me, wrapt in endless gloom, An outcast from thy presence roam. 3 O, let thy Spirit to my heart Once more his quick'ning aid impart, My mind from ev'ry fear release, And soothe my troubled thoughts to peace 4 So shall the souls, whom error's sway Has urgM from thee, blest Lord, to stray, From me thy heavenly precepts learn, And, humbled, v.> their God return. AWAKENED SINNER. 169 264: Conviction. S. M. 1 "jX/f Y former hopes are fled, -L*^-! My terror now begins; 1 feel, alas ! that I am dead In trespasses and sins. 2 Ah, whither shall I fly? I hear the thunder roar; The law proclaims destruction nigh, And vengeance at the door. 3 When I review my ways, I dread impending doom; But sure a friendly Avhisper says, "Flee from the wrath to come." 4 I see, or think I see, A glimm'ring from afar; A beam of day that shines for me, To save me from despair. 5 Forerunner of the sun. It marks the pilgrim's way ; I'll gaze upon it while I run, And watch the rising day. 365 Sin beicailed. P. M. 7.7.7.7. 1 /^OME, ray soul, thy suit prepare, ^ Jesus loves to answer pray'r; He himself has bid thee pray. Rise and ask without delay. 2 With my burden I begin ; Lord ! remove this load of sin ! Let thy blood, for sinners spilt, Set my conscience free from guilt. 3 Lord ! I come to thee for rest. Take possession of my breast; There thy sov 'reign right maintain, And without a rival reign. 4 Show me what I have to do, Ev'ry hour my strength renew; Let me live a life of faith, Let me die thy people's death. 170 PENITENCE OF THE 300 Confession and repentance. L. M. 1 /\ LORD, my God, in mercy turn, ^^ In mercy hear a sinner mourn ! To thee I call, to thee I cry, O leave me, leave me not to die ! 2 O pleasures past, vv^hat are ye now But thorns about my bleeding brow ? Spectres that hover round my brain, And aggravate and mock my pain. 3 For pleasure I have giv'n my soul; Now, justice, let thy thunders roll ! Now, vengeance, smile — and with a blow Lay the rebellious ingrate low. 4 Yet Jesus, Jesus ! there I'll cling, I'll crowd beneaih his shelt'ring wing; I'll clasp the cross, and holding there, E'en me, oh bliss ! — his wrath may spare. 20 • Repentance at the cross. C, M 1 /^H, if my soul were form'd for woe, ^^ How would I vent my sighs! Repentance should like rivers flow From both my streaming eyes. 2 'Twas for my sins my dearest Lord Hung on the cursed tree. And groan 'd away a dying life For thee, my soul, for thee. 3 O how I hate those lusts of mine That crucified my Lord, Those sins that pierc'd and nail'd his flesh Fast to the fatal Avood. 4 Yes, my Redeemer, they shall die, My heart has so decreed, Nor will I spare the guilty things That made my Savior bleed. 5 Whilst with a melting, broken heart My murder'd Lord I viev/, I'll raise revenge against my sins, And slay the murd'rers too. AWAKENED SINNER. 171 268 Terror turned to joy. C. M. 1 O MOTE by the law, I'm justly slain; •^ Great God, behold my case; Pity a sinner fill'd with pain, Nor drive me from thy face. 2 Dread terrors fright my guilty soul — Thy justice, all in flames, Gives sentence on this heart so foul, So hard, so full of crimes. 3 'Tis trembling hardness that I feel; I fear, but don't relent, — Perhaps of endless death the seal; 0 that I could repent ! 4 My pray'rs, my tears, my vows are vile; My duties black with guilt; On such a wretch can mercy smile, Though Jesus' blood was spilt? 5 Speechless I sink to endless night, 1 see an op'ning hell: But lo! what glory strikes my sight ! Such glory who can tell 7 6 Enrapt in these bright beams of peace, I feel a gracious God: Swell, swell the note — O tell his grace; Sound his high praise abroad ! 269t Parting with all for Christ. C. M. 1 "YT^E glitt'ring toys of earth, adieu; * A nobler choice be mine; A heavenly prize attracts my view, A treasure all divine. 2 Jesus, to multitudes unknown, — O name divinely sweet ! — Jesus, in thee, in thee alone, True wealth and honor meet 3 Should earth's vain treasures all depart, Of this dear gift possest, 172 SUPPLICATION FOR THE I'd clasp it to my joyful heart, And be for ever blest. 4 Dear portion of my soul's desires, Thy love is bliss divine; Accept the wish that love inspires, And let me call thee mine. SUPPLICATION FOR DIVINE MERCY. SYO The jjenitent suing for pardon. P. M. 8.7.8.7. 1 O AVIOR, canst thou love a traitor? *^^ Canst thou love a child of wrath ? Can a hell-deserving creature Be the purchase of thy death ? 2 Is thy blood so efficacious As to make my nature clean? Is thy sacrifice so precious, As to free my soul from sin ? 3 Sin on ev'ry side surrounds me, I can hear of no relief; Pangs of unbelief confound me, Help me, Lord, to bear my grief. 4 This is now my resolution. At tliy dearest feet, to fall; Here I'll meet my condemnation, Or a freedom from my thrall. 5 If I meet with condemnation. Justly I deserve the same; If I meet with free salvation, I will magnify thy name. 3T1 Seeking pardon. L. M 1 T ORD, at thy feet I prostrate fall, J-^ Opprest with fears to thee I call : Reveal thy pard'ning love to me, And set my captive spirit free. DIVINE MERCY. 173 2 Hast thou not said, "Seek ye my face?" The invitation I embrace; I'll seek thy face; thy Spirit give! 0 let me see thy face, and live. 3 I'll wait, perhaps my Lord may come; If I turn back, hell is my doom; And, begging, in his way I'll lie Till the dear Savior passes by. 4 I'll seek his face with cries and tears, With secret sighs and fervent prayers; And if not heard, I'll waiting sit, And perish at my Savior's feet. 5 But canst thou, Lord, see all my pain, And bid me seek thy face in vain 1 No ! Jesus will not, can't deceive: The soul that seeks his face shall live. 272 " JVhat mxist I do to be saved ?" L. M. 1 TT7ITH melting heart and weeping eyes, My guilty soul for mercy cries; What shall I do, or whither flee, T' escape that vengeance due to me ? 2 Till now, I saw no danger nigh; 1 hv'd at ease, nor fear'd to die; Wrapt up in self-deceit and pride, " I shall have peace at last,'' I cried. 3 But when, great God ! thy light divine Had shone on this dark soul of mine. Then I beheld with trembling awe. The terrors of thy holy law. 4 How dreadful now my guilt appears, In childhood, youth, and growing years! Before thy pure discerning eye. Lord, what a filthy wretch am I ! .5 Should vengeance still my soul pursue. Death and destruction are my due; Yet mercy can my guilt forgive. And bid a dying sinner live. 174 SUPPLICATION FOR THE 6 Does not thy sacred word proclaim Salvation free in Jesus' name r To him I look, and humbly cry, "O save a wretch condemn'd to die !" ^73 Apprehension confessed. L. M. 1 npHOU man of griefs, remember me, ■^ Thou surely never canst forget Thy last mysterious agony, Thy fainting pangs and bloody sweat ! 2 When, wrestling in the strength of prayer, Thy spirit sunk beneath its load! Thy feeble flesh afraid to bear The wrath of an almighty God! 3 Father, if I may call thee so. Regard my fearful heart's desire, Remove this load of guilty woe, Nor let me in my sins expire ! 4 I tremble lest the wrath divine. Which bruises now my sinful soul. Should bruise this wretched soul of mine Long as eternal ages roll I* 5 I deprecate that death alone, That endless banishment from thee ! O save me, through thine only Son, Who trembled, wept, and bled for me ! 374 Penitence. L. M. 1 O HOW pity. Lord ! O Lord, forgive! ^ Let a repenting sinner live: Are not thy mercies large and free ? May not the contrite trust in thee ? 2 With shame my num'rous sins I trace Against thy law, against thy grace; And, though my pray 'r thou shouldst not hear, My doom is just and thou art clear. 3 Yet save a penitent, O Lord ! Whose hope, still hov'ring round thy word, DIVINE MERCY. 175 Seeks for some precious promise there, Some sure support against despair. 4 My sins are great, but don't surpass Tlie riches of eternal grace; Great God, thy nature hath no bound, So let thy pard'ning love be found. 5 O wash my soul from ev'ry stain, Nor let the guilt I mourn remain; Give me to hear thy pard'ning voice. And bid my bleeding heart rejoice. 6 Then shall thy love inspire my tongue. Salvation shall be all my song; And ev'ry pow'r shall join to bless The Lord, my strength and righteousness. ^*# d Prayer for a neto heart. L. M. 1 /'"I THOU that hear'st when sinners cry! ^"^ Though all my crimes before thee lie, Behold them not with angry look. But blot their mem'ry from thy book. 2 Create my nature pure within, And form my soul averse to sin: Let thy good Spirit ne'er depart, Nor hide thy presence from my heart. 3 I cannot live without thy light. Cast out and banish 'd fiom thy sight; Thy holy joys, O God, restore, And guard me that 1 fall no more. 4 A broken heart, my God, my King, Is all the sacrifice I bring: The God of grace will ne'er despise A broken heart for sacrifice. 5 My soul lies humbled in the dust, And owns thy dreadful sentence just: Look down, O Lord, with pitying eye, And save the soul condemn 'd to die. 176 SUPPLICATION FOR THE 2 To Pleading ChrisVs promises. L. M. 1 TESUS, if still the same thou art, ^ If all thy promises are sure, Set up thy kingdom in my heart, And make me rich, for I am poor. 2 Thou hast pronounc'd the mourner blest, And lo ! for thee 1 ever mourn; I cannot, no, I will not rest Till thou my only rest return. 3 Where is the blessedness bestow'd On all that hunger after thee? I hunger now, I thirst for God ! See the poor fainting sinner, see. 4 Ah, Lord ! if thou art in that sigh. Then hear thyself within me pray, Hear in my heart thy Spirit's cry, Mark what my lab 'ring soul would say. 5 Shine on thy work, disperse the gloom; Light in thy light I then shall see: Say to my soul, "Thy light is come, Glory divine is ris'n on tliee." 6 Lord, I believe thy promise sure. And trust thou wilt not long delay; Hungry, and sorrowful, and poor, Upon thy word myself I stay. ^ta Spiritual miracles. C. M. 1 TESUS, if still thou art to-day «i As yesterday the same. Present to heal, in me display The virtue of thy name.** 2 Loathsome, and foul, and self-abhorr'd, I sink beneath my sin: But if thou wilt, a gracious word Of thine can make me clean. 3 Thou seest me deaf to thy commands, Open, O Lord, my ear; DIVINE MERCY. 177 Bid me stretch out my wither'd hands And lift them up in prayer. 4 Silent, (alas! thou know'st how long,) My voice I cannot raise; But O ! when thou shalt loose my tongue, The dumb shall sing thy praise. 5 Lame at the pool I still am found: Give, and my strength employ; Light as a hart I then shall bound. The lame shall leap for joy. 6 Blind from my birth to guilt and thee, And dark I am within ; The love of God I cannot see, The sinfulness of sin. 7 But thou, they say, art passing by, O let me find thee near ! Jesus, in mercy, hear my cry. Thou Son of David, hear! 8 Long have I waited in the way For thee the heav'nly light; Command me to be brought, and say, " Sinner, receive thy sight." 278 To obtain mercy. S. M. 1 "|\/I Y gracious, loving Lord, iT-l To thee what shall I say. > Well may I tremble at thy word, And scarce presume to pray. 2 Ten thousand wants have I; Alas ! I all things want ! But thou hast bid me always pray. And never, never faint. 3 Yet, Lord, well might I fear, Fear e'en to ask thy grace. So oft have I, alas! drawn near, And mock'd thee to thy face. 178 SUPPLICATION FOR THE 4 With all pollution stain'd, Thy hallow'd courts I trod ; Thy name and temple I profan'd, And dar'd to call thee God ! 5 Nigh with my lips I drew — My lips were all unclean ; Thee with my heart I never knew — My heart was full of sin.* 3*79 Mypeacelgivenntoyou. P.M. 7.6.7.6.7.8.7.6. 1 T AMB of God, for sinners slain, -L^ To thee I humbly pray: Heal me of my grief and pain, O take my sins away. From this bondage, Lord, release; No longer let me be opprest: Jesus, Master, seal my peace, And take me to thy breast! 2 Wilt thou cast a sinner out, Who humbly comes to thee ! No, my God, I cannot doubt: Thy mercy is for me : Let me then obtain the grace, And be of paradise possest: Jesus, Master, seal my peace, And take me to thy breast ! 3 Worldly good I do not want. Be that to others given; Only for thy love I pant, My all in earth or heav'n; This the crown I fain would seize, The good wherewith I would be blest; Jesus, blaster, seal my peace, And take me to thy breast. 4 This delight I fain would prove, And then resign my breath ! Join the happy few whose love Was mightier than death ! DIVINE MERCY. 179 Let it not my Lord displease, That I would die to be thy guest! Jesus, Master, seal my peace, And take me to thy breast ! 280 Pleading for mercy. P.M. 8.7.8.7. 1 TESUS, full of all compassion, t' Hear thy humble suppliant's cry; Let me know thy great salvation; See ! I languish, faint, and die. 2 Guilty, but with heart relenting, Overwhelm'd with helpless grief, Prostrate at thy feet repenting. Send, O send me quick relief! 3 Whither should a wretch be flying, But to him who comfort gives? Whither, from the dread of dying, But to him who ever lives 1 4 While I view thee, wounded, grieving, Breathless, on the cursed tree, Fain I'd feel my heart believing That thou suffer'dst thus for me. 5 Without thee, the world possessing, I should be a wretch undone; Search through heaven, — the land of blessing; Seeking good, and finding none. 6 Hear, then, blessed Savior, hear me! My soul cleaveth to the dust ; Send the Comforter to cheer me ; Lo ! in thee I put my trust. 7 Sav'd — the deed shall spread new glory Through the shining realms above ! Angels sing the pleasing story. All enraptur'd with thy love! 28 It Seeking all in Christ. C. M. 1 ^OURCE of erernal joys divine, ^ To thee my soul aspires; O could I say, "The Lord is mine," 'Tis all my soul desires. 180 SUPPLICATION FOR THE 2 My hope, my trust, my life, my Lord, Assure me of thy love; O speak the kind, transpoiting word, And bid my fears remove. 3 Then shall my thankful powers rejoice, And triumph in my God, Till heavenly rapture tune my voice To spread thy praise abroad. SS3 The penitent's prayer. P. M. as 112. 1 T^ATHER of mercies, God of love ! J-^ O hear a humble suppliant's cry: Bend from thy lofty seat above. Thy throne of glorious majesty ; O deign to listen to my voice. And bid this drooping heart rejoice. 2 i urge no merits of my own. For I, alas ! am all that's vile : No — when I bow before thy throne. Dare to converse with God awhile, Thy name, blest Jesus, is my plea, That dearest, sweetest name to me! 3 Within this heart of mine I feel The weight of sin's oppressive load: Oh ! help ! or else I sink to hell, Crush 'd by thine arm, avenging God! Entomb 'd within that dread abyss, And exil'd from the realms of bliss ! 283 The penitent pardoned. P.M. 7.7.7.7. SOV 'REIGN Ruler, Lord of all, Prostrate at thy feet I fall: Hear, oh hear my ardent cry, Frown not, lest I faint and die ! 2 Vilest of the sons of men, Worst of rebels I have been ! Oft abus'd thee to thy face, Trampled on thy richest grace. DIVINE MEUCY. 181 3 Justly might thy vengeful dart Pierce this broken, bleeding heart; Justly might thy kindled ire Blast me in eternal fire. 4 But with thee there's mercy found, Balm to heal my ev'ry wound ; Thou canst soothe the troubled breast, Give the weary wand'rer rest. 5 Then my humble prayer attend, Show thyself the sinner's friend; Bid the sufF'rer cease to mourn, Bid the prodigal return !* "84: The dying sinner's prayer. L. M. 1 f~\ THOU that dost in secret see, ^^ Regard a dying sinner's prayer; Out of the deep I cry to thee — Save, or I perish in despair. 2 Weeping, to thee I lift mine eyes, Mine eyes which fail with looking up; For thee my heart laments and sighs — Sick with desire and ling'ring hope. 3 O that I could but surely know If I at last shall mercy find ; For what am I reserv'd below? Tell me, thou Savior of mankind. 4 Let others walk with thee in light. But bless me with one parting ray. And ere I close mine eyes in night. Give me to see thy perfect day. 3oO Supplication for Gocfs grace C. M. 1 ^O thee, O God ! my pray'r ascends, -■- But not for golden stores; Nor covet I the brightest gems On the rich eastern shores : 2 Nor that deluding empty joy Men call a mighty name. 182 SUPPLICATION FOR THE Nor greatness with its pride and state, My restless thoughts inflame: — 3 Nor pleasure's fascinating charms My fond desires allure: But nobler things than these from thee My wishes would secure. 4 The faith and hope of joys to come, My best affections move ; Thy light, thy favor, and thy smiles. Thine everlasting love. 5 These are the blessings I desire ; Lord, be these blessings mine, And all the glories of the world I cheerfully resign. 286 God the portion of the soul. C. M. 1 IVTY God, my portion and my love ! Itx My everlasting all ! I've none but thee in lieav'n above, Or on this earthly ball. 2 In vain the bright meridian sun Scatters his feeble light: Thy brighter beams create my noon ; If thou withdraw, 'tis night. 3 And while upon my restless bed. Amongst the shades I roll, If God his light around me shed, 'Tis morning with my soul. 4 To thee I owe my wealth and friends, And health, and safe abode: Thanks to thy name for meaner things; But they are not my God. 5 If I possess'd the spacious earth, And call'd the stars my own, Without thy mercy and thy love, I were a wretch undone. DIVINE MERCY. 183 6 Let others stretch their arms like seas, And grasp in all ihe shore ; Grant me to see thy blissful face, And I desire no more ! ^0« God the Christian''s portion. CM. 1 /^OD, my supporter and my hope, ^^My help for ever near ! Thine arm of mercy holds me up, And saves me from despair. 2 Thy counsels, Lord ! shall guide my feet Through this dark wilderness; Thy hand conduct me near thy seat. To dwell before thy face. 3 Were I in heav'n without my God, 'Twould be no joy to me; And whilst this earth is my abode, I long for none but thee. 4 What if the springs of life were broke, And flesh and heart should faint ? God is my soul's eternal rock, The strength of ev'ry saint. 5 Behold, the sinners, that remove Far from thy presence, die; Not all the idol-gods they love Can save them when thy cry. 6 But to draw near to thee, my God, Shall be my sweet employ; My tongue shall sound thy works abroad And tell the world my joy. 2S8 Praxjer for pardon. C. M. 1 rppiOU hidden God, for whom I groan, J- Till thou thyself declare, God inaccessible, unknown. Regard a sinner's prayer. 13 184 SUPPLICATION FOR THE 2 A sinner welt 'ring in his blood; Unpurg'd and unforgiv'n; Far distant from the living God, As far as hell from heav'n, — 3 An unregen'rate child of man, To thee for faith I call; Pity thy fallen creature's pain, And raise rae from my fall. 4 The darkness which, through thee, I feel, Thou only cans! remove: Thine own eternal power reveal, The Deity of love.* 5 Show me the blood that bought my peace, The cov'nant blood apply, And all my griefs at once shall cease. And all my sins shall die.* 3S0 Prayer for christian graces. S. M. 1 TESUS, my strength, my hope, *' On thee I cast my care, With humble confidence look up, And know thou hear'st my prayer; Give me on thee to wait. Till I can all things do, On thee, almighty to create, Almiglity to renew. 2 I want a sober mind, A self-renouncing will. That tramples on and c;ists behind The baits of pleasing ill. A soul inur'd to pain. To hardship, grief, and loss; Bold to take up, firm to sustain, The consecrated cross. 3 I want a godly fear, A quick discerning eye, That looks to thee when sin is near. And sees the tempter fly; DIVINE MERCY. 185 A spirit still prepar'd, And arm'd with jealous care, For ever standing on its guard. And watching unto prayer. 4 I want a heart to pray, To pray and never cease, Never to murmur at thy stay Or wish my suff'rings less. This blessing-, above all, Always to pray, I want, Out of the deep on thee to call, And never, never faint. 5 I want a true regard, A single, steady aim, Unmov'd by threat 'ning or reward, To thee and thy great name; A jealous, deep concern For thine immortal praise; A pure desire that all may learn, And glorify thy grace. !200 Imploring mercy. C. M. 1 T ORD, at thy feet in dust I lie, -Li And knock at mercy's door; With humble heart and weeping eye, Thy favor I implore. 2 On me, O Lord, do thou display Thy rich, forgiving love; O take my heinous guilt away, This heavy load remove. 3 Without thy grace, I sink opprest Down to the gates of hell; O give my troubled spirit rest, And all my fears dispel. 4 'Tis mercy, mercy 1 implore, O may thy goodness move: Thy grace is an exhaustless store, And thou thyself art love. 186 SUPPLICATION FOR THE 5 Should I at last in heaven appear, To join thy saints above, I'll tell that mercy brought me there, And sing thy bleeding love. SQX Inconstancy lamented. S. M. 1 T WOULD, but cannot sing, -*- I would, but cannot pray, For Satan meets me when I try. And frights my soul away. 2 I would, but can't repent, Though I endeavor oft; This stony heart can ne'er relent, Till Jesus makes it soft. 3 I would, but cannot love, Though woo'd by love divine; No arguments have pow'r to move A soul so base as mine. 4 I would, but cannot rest, In God's most holy will; I know what he appoints is best. Yet murmur at it still. 5 O could I but believe ! Then all would easy be ; I would but cannot — Lord, relieve; My help must come from thee! 292 Bethesdas pool. S. M. 1 TJESIDE the gospel pool, -L' Appointed for the poor, From year to year my helpless soul Has waited for a cure. 2 How often have 1 seen The healing waters move. And others round mc stepping in, Their efficacy prove ! DIVINE MERCY. 187 3 But my complaints remain; I feel the very same, As full of guilt, and fear, and pain, As when at first I came. 4 O would the Lord appear, My malady to heal; He knows how long I've languish'd here, And what distress I feel.** 5 Yet here, from day to day, I'll v/ait, and hope, and try, Can Jesus hear a sinner pray, And suffer him to die .•* 6 No — he is full of grace; He never will permit A soul, that fain would see his face, To perish at his feet. 293 Praxjer for the witness of the Spirit. 8.8.6.8.8.6. 1 'T^HOU great mysterious God unknown, -8- Whose love hath gently led me on E'en from my infant days; Mine inmost soul expose to view, And tell me if I ever knew Thy justifying grace, 2 If I have only known thy fear, And follov/'d with a heart sincere Thy drawing from above. Now, now the farther grace bestow. And let my sprinkled conscience know Thy sweet forgiving love. 3 Short of thy love I would not stop, A stranger to the gospel hope, The sense of sin forgiv'n; I v/ould not. Lord, my soul deceive, Without thine inward witness live, That antepast of heav'n. 188 SUPPLICATION FOR THE 4 If now the witness were in me, Would he not testify of thee, In Jesus reconcirdr And should I not with faith draw nigh, And boldly, Abba, Father, cry, I know myself thy child ? 5 Ah ! never let thy servant rest, Till of my part in Christ possess 'd, I on thy mercy feed: Unworthy of the crumbs that fall, Yet rais'd by him who died for all, To eat Ihe children's bread. 6 Whatever obstructs thy pard'ning love, Or sin, or righteousness, remove, Thy glory to display ; My heart of unbelief convince, And now absolve me from my sins, And take them all away. 394 The sinner's plea. P.M. 7.7.7.7 1 XT/ ILL the pard'ning God despise ^ ^ A poor mourning sacrifice, One who brings his all to thee. All his sin and misery } 2 Savior, see my troubled breast, Heaving, panting after rest; Jesus, mark my hollow eye. Never clos'd and never dry. 3 Listen to my plaintive moans, Deep uninterrupted groans, Keep not silence at my tears. Quiet all my griefs and fears. 4 Good physician, show thine art, Bind tliou up my broken heart; Aches it not for thee, my God, Panting for thy heahng blood? DIVIXE MERCY. 189 5 Jesus, answer all thy name, Save me from my fear and shame ; Sunk in desp'rate misery, Sinners' friend, remember me ! 20 O God the preserver of his people, S. M 1 ryo God the only wise, ^ Our Savior and our King, Let all the saints below the skies Their humble praises bring. 2 'Tis his almighty love, His counsel and his care, Preserves us safe from sin and death, And ev'ry hurtful snare. 3 He will present our souls Unblemis?i'd and complete, Before the glory of his face. With joys divinely great. 4 Then all his faithful sons Shall meet around the throne, Shall bless the conduct of his grace, And make his wonders known. 5 To our Redeemer, God, Wisdom and pow'r belongs, Immortal crowns of majesty. And everlasting songs. 200 Aprayer for the promised rest. P. M. as 112th. 1 "PVEAR Friend of friendless sinners, hear, JL' And magnify thy grace divine; Pardon a worm that would draw near. That would his heart to thee resign; A worm, by self and sin opprest. That pants to reach thy promis'd rest. 2 With holy fear and rev 'rend love, I long to lie beneath thy throne; 1 long in thee to live, and move, And stay myself on thee alone: 190 SUPPLICATION FOR THE Teach me to lean upon thy breast, To find in thee the promis'd rest. 3 Thou say'st thou wilt thy servants keep In perfect peace, whose minds shall be Like new-born babes, or helpless sheep, Completely stay'd, dear Lord I on thee. How calm their state, how truly blest, Who trust on thee the promis'd rest. 4 Take me, my Savior, as thine own. And vindicate my righteous cause; Be thou my portion, Lord, alone. Incline me to obey thy laws: In thy dear arms of love caress 'd. Give me to find thy promis'd rest. 5 Bid the tempestuous rage of sin, With all its wrathful fury, die; Let the Redeemer dwell within, And turn my sorrows into joy: 0 may my heart, by thee possess'd. Know thee to be my promis'd rest. 397 Pleading the atonement. P. M. 7.7.7.7.7.7. 1 T^ATHER, God, who seest in me ■*- Only sin and misery, Turn to thine Anointed One, Look on thy beloved Son; Him, and then the sinner, see: Look through Jesus' wounds on me. 2 Heavenly Father, Lord of all, Hear and show thou hear'st my call ! Bow thine ear, in mercy bow, Smile on me, a sinner, now ! Now the stone to flesh convert. Cast a look, and melt my heart. 3 Lord, I cannot let thee go Till a blessing thou bestow ; Hear my Advocate divine, Lo ! to his, my suit I join; DIVIXE MEUCY. 191 Join'd with his, it cannot fail: Let me now with thee prevail! 4 Jesus, answer from above, Is not all thy nature love r Pity from thine eye let fall; Bless me whilst on thee I call: Am I thine, thou Son of God? Take the purchase of thy blood. 39 C5 Pleading foi- mercy. CM. 1 TTTTHEN, rising from the bed of death, W O'erwhelm'd with guilt and fear, I see my Maker face to face, O how shall I appear I 2 If yet, while pardon may be found, And mercy may be sought, My heart with inward horror shrinks, And trembles at the thought: — 3 When thou, O Lord ! shalt stand disclos'd In majesty severe, And sit in judgment on my soul, O how shall I appear ! 4 But there's forgiveness. Lord, with thee; Thy nature is benign; Thy pard'ning mercy I implore. For mercy. Lord, is thine. 5 O let thy boundless mercy shine On my benighted soul ! Correct my passions, mend my heart, And all my fears control. 6 And may I taste thy richer grace In that decisive hour, When Christ to judgment shall descend, And time shall be no more. 300 Prayer for the light of God's countenance. CM. 1 l~\ THOU, whose tender mercy hears ^^ Contrition's humble sigh; Whose hand, indulgent, wipes the tears From sorrow 's weeping eye ! 192 SUPPLICATION FOR THE 2 See ! low before thy throne of grace, A wretched wand'rer mourn; Hast thou not bid me seek thy face? Hast thou not said, return ? 3 Absent from thee, my guide, my light, Without one cheering ray. Through dangers, fears, and gloomy night, How desolate my way ! 4 O shine on this benighted heart, With beams of mercy shine: And let thy healing voice impart A taste of joys divine. oOO For a neio nature. C. M. 1 SUPREME Higli-priest, the pilgrim's light, ^ My heart for thee prepare; Thine image stamp, and deeply write Thy superscription there. 2 Ah, let my forehead bear thy seal, Mine arm tliy badge retain, My heart the inward witness feel That I am born again. 3 Into thy humble mansion come, Set up thy dwelling here; Possess my heart, and leave no room For sin to harbor there. 4 Ah, give me, Lord, the single eye Wliich aims at naught but thee : I fain would live, and yet not I — Let Jesus live in me. .S O that the penetrating sight And eagle's eye were mine ! Undazzlcd at the boundless light Of majesty divine; fi That with the armies of the sky I too may sit and sing. Add, Savior, to the eagle's eye The dove's aspiring wing. DIVINE MERCY. 193 301 Deliverance from sin. CM. 1 r\ WHEN wilt thou my Savior be? v^ O when shall I be clean ? The true eternal Sabbath see, A perfect rest from sin ? 2 Jesus ! the sinner's rest thou art, From guilt, and fear, and pain; While thou art absent from my heart, I look for rest in vain ! 3 The consolations of thy word My soul have long upheld; The faithful promise of the Lord Shall surely be fulfill'd: 4 Joining thy sheep in yonder fold, Like them I shall rejoice; Like them thy glory shall behold, And hear my Shepherd's voice. 5 O that I now the voice might hear That speaks my sins forgiven; Thy word is past to give me here The inward pledge of heaven. 30^ Prayer of a penitent. L. M. 1 /^ THAT the Lord would hear my cry, ^^ And stay his anger, lest I die ! Thy wrath is just — yet, oh, forgive ! And let a mourning sinner live. 2 In all my frame, without, within, I feel the sad effects of sin; How long, my God, must I complain, And deprecate thy wrath in vain? 3 O should I die depriv'd of thee ! What being else can succor me 1 Thy frowns would rend my soul in death, And sink it to the deptlis beneath, 4 Ye darling sins that plague me so, The greatest enemies I know. 194 SALVATION THROUGH Depart, for God has heard my pray'r, And will not let me long despair. 5 No — I shall yet his goodness bless; And when this transient life shall pass, Then, full of glory, I shall prove He can be just, and sinners love. SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. 303 Humble trust, or despair prevented. L. M. 1 T ORD, didst thou die, but not for me? J-i Am I forbid to trust thy blood? Hast thou not pardon, rich and free? And grace, an overwhelming flood? 2 Presumptuous thought! to fix the bound — To limit mercy's sovereign reign: What other happy souls have found, I'll seek; nor shall I seek in vain. 3 I own my guilt, my sins confess; Can men or devils make them more Of crimes, already numberless. Vain the attempt to swell the score 4 Were the black list before my sight, While I remember thou hast died, 'Twould only urge my speedier flight To seek salvation at thy side. 5 LoM'^ at thy feet I'll cast me down, To thee reveal my guilt and fear; And — if thou spurn me from thy throne, I'll be the first who perish 'd there. 304: The anticipations of faith. L. M. 1 T^AR from thy fold, O God, my feet -T Once moved in error's devious maze; Nor found religious duties sweet. Nor sought thy face, nor lov'd thy ways. JESUS CHRIST. 195 2 With tend'resl voice tliou bad'st me flee The paths which thou couldst ne'er approve; Didst gently draw my soul to thee, With cords of sweet, eternal love. 3 Now to thy foot-stool, Lord, I fly, And low in self-abasement fall; A vile, a helpless worm, I lie, And thou, my God^ art all in all. 4 Dearer, far dearer to my heart, Than all the joys that earth can give ; From fame, from wealth, from friends I'd part, Beneath thy countenance to live. 5 And when, in smiling friendship drest, Death bids me quit this mortal frame, Gently reclin'd on Jesus' breast. My latest breath shall bless his name. 6 Then my unfetter 'd soul shall rise, And soar above yon starry spheres, Join the full chorus of the skies. And sing thy praise through endless years. 305 The sxirrender. P. M. 8.7.8.7.4.7. 1 TT7ELCOME, welcome, dear Redeemer, » ▼ Welcome to this heart of mine; Lord, I make a full surrender, Ev'ry pow'r and thought be thine, Thine entirely, Through eternal ages thine. 2 Known to all to be thy mansion. Earth and hell will disappear; Or in vain attempt possession, When they find the Lord is near — Shout, O Zion ! Shout, ye saints, the Lord is here ! 306^ Trusting Christ, the only refuge. L. M. 1 T^HOU only Sov 'reign of my heart, -*- My refuge, my almighty Friend, And can my soul from thee depart, On whom alone my hopes depend? 196 SALVATION THROUGH 2 Whither, ah, whither shall I go, A wretched wand'rer from my Lord? Can this dark world of sin and woe One glimpse of happiness afford ? 3 Eternal life thy words impart; On these my fainting spirit lives; Here sweeter comforts cheer my heart Than all the round of nature gives. 4 Let earth's alluring joys combine; While thou art near, in vain they call; One smile, one blissful smile of thine, INIy gracious Lord, outweighs them all 5 Low at thy feet my soul would lie; Here safety dwells, and peace divine; Still let me live beneath thine eye, For life, eternal life, is thine. 30T Old things passed away. CM. 1 T ET carnal minds the world pursue, -L^ It has no charms for me; Once I admir'd its trifles too, But grace has set me free. 2 Its fading charms no longer please, No more content afford; Far from my heart be joys like these, Now I have seen the Lord. 3 As by the light of op'ning day, The stars are all conceal'd; So earthly pleasures fade away, When Jesus is reveal'd. 4 Creatures no more divide my choice — I bid them all depart; His name, and love, and gracious voice, Have fix'd my roving heart. 5 Now, Lord, I would be thine alone, And wholly live to thee; But may I hope that thou wilt own A worthless worm like me ? JESUS CHRIST. 197 30 8t Comfort in God. C. M. 1 TT^EAR Refuge of my weary soul, J^ On tliee, when sorrows rise, On thee, when waves of trouble roll, My fainting hope relies. 2 To thee I tell each rising grief, For thou alone canst heal; Thy word can bring a sweet relief For ev'ry pain I feel. 3 But, O, when gloomy doubts prevail. I fear to call thee mine; The springs of comfort seem to fail, And all my hopes dechne. 4 Yet, gracious God, where shall I flee.> Thou art my only trust; And still my soul would cleave to thee, Though prostrate in the dust. 300 The sinner trusting in God. L. M, 1 "ITTFIAT mean these jealousies and fears.' » » As if the Lord was lotli to save, Or lov'd to see us drench 'd in tears, Or sink with sorrow to the grave. 2 Does he want slaves to grace his throne ? Or rules he by an iron rod? Loves he the deep despairing groan ? Is he a tyrant, or a God? 3 Not all the sins which we have wrought, So much his tender mercy grieve As this unkind, injurious thought, That he's unwilling to forgive. 4 What though our crimes are black as night, Or glowing like the crimson morn ? Immanuel's blood will make them white As snow through the pure ether borne. 5 Lord, 'tis amazing grace we own. And well may rebel worms surprise; 198 SALVATION THROUGH But was not thine incarnate Son A most amazing sacrifice ? 6 "I've found a ransom," saith the Lord, " No humble penitent shall die;" Lord, we would now believe thy v/ord, And thine unbounded mercies try ! oiO Parti7ig xvilh carnal joys. L. M. 1 T SEND the joys of earth away; -*- Away, ye tempters of the mind, False as the smooth, deceitful sea, And empty as the whistling wind. 2 Your streams were floating me along Down to the gulf of black despair, And whilst I listen'd to your song, Your streams had e'en convey 'd me there. 3 Lord, I adore thy matchless grace, That warn'd me of that dark abyss, That drew me from those treach'rous seas, And bade me seek superior bliss. 4 Now to the shining realms above I stretch my hands and glance mine eyes; 0 for the pinions of a dove To bear me to the upper skies ; 5 There, from the bosom of my God, Oceans of endless pleasure roll; There would I fix my last abode, And drown the sorrows of my soul. 31 i Reasonableness of the gospel. L. M. 1 T> Y various maxims, forms and rules, -D That pass for wisdom in the schools, 1 strove my passions to restrain; But all my efforts prov'd in vain. 2 But since the Savior I have known, JVIy rules are all reduced to one — To keep my Lord, by faith, in view; This strength supplies and motives too. JESUS CHRIST. 199 3 I see him lead a sufF'ring life, Patient amidst reproach and strife; And from tliis pattern courage take To bear and suffer for his sake. 4 Upon the cross I see him bleed, And, by the sight, from fear am freed; This sight destroys the life of sin, And quickens heav'nly life within. 5 To look to Jesus as he rose, Confirms my hope, disarms my foes: The world I shame and overcome. By pointing to my Savior's tomb. 6 1 see him look with pity down, And hold in view the conqu'ror's crown: If press 'd with griefs and cares before, My soul revives, and asks no more.* 312 TruMing in God. L. M. 1 OING to the Lord, who loud proclaims ^ His various and his saving names : O may they not be heard alone, But by our sure experience known. 2 Awake, our noblest pow'rs, to bless The God of Abra'm, God of peace; Now, by a dearer title known. Father and God of Christ, his Son. 3 Through evYy age his gracious ear Is open to his servants' pray'r; Nor can one humble soul complain That it hath sought its God in vain. 4 What unbelieving heart shall dare In whispers to suggest a fear, While still he owns his ancient name. The same his pow'r, his love the same ! 5 To thee our souls in faith arise; To thee we lift expecting eyes, And boldly through the desert tread; For God will guard, where God shall lead. 14 200 SALVATION THROUGH 313 The power of faith. CM. 1 "T^AITH adds new charms to earthly bliss, ^ x\nd saves me from its snares ; Its aid in ev'ry duty brings, And softens all my cares; 2 Extinguishes the thirst of sin, And lights the sacred fire Of love to God and heav'nly things. And feeds the pure desire. 3 The wounded conscience knows its pow'r The healing balm to give; That balm the saddest heart can cheer, And make the dying live. 4 Wide it unveils celestial worlds, Where deathless pleasures reign; And bids me seek my portion there, Nor bids me seek in vain; 5 Shows me the precious promise seal'd With my Redeemer's blood; And helps my feeble hope to rest Upon a faithful God. 6 There, there unshaken would I rest, Till this vile body dies, And then on faith's triumphant wings At once to glory rise. 314 Faith a substitute for vision. L. M. 1 ?nniS by the faith of joys to come A We walk through deserts dark as night; Till we arrive at heav'n our home, Faith is our guide, and faith our light. 2 The want of sight she well supplies; She makes the pearly gates appear; Far into distant worlds she pries. And brings eternal glories near. 3 Cheerful we tread the desert through, While faith inspires a heav'nly ray, JESUS CHRIST. 201 Though lions roar, and tempests blow, And rocks and dangers fill the way. 4 So Abra'm, by divine command, Left his own house to walk with God; His faith beheld the promis'd land. And cheerM him on his toilsome road. 0 1 0 Salvation in none other than Jesus. L. M. 1 TN vain would boasting reason find -L The path to happiness and God; Her weak directions leave tlie mind Bewilder'd in a doubtful road. 2 Jesus, thy words alone impart Eternal life; on these 1 live; Diviner comforts cheer my heart Than all the pow'rs of nature give. 3 Here let my constant feet abide; Thou art the true, the living way: Let thy good Spirit be my guide To the bright realms of endless day. 4 The various forms that men devise, To shake my faith with treach'rous art, I scorn as vanity and lies, And bind thy gospel to my heart. 316 Salvation by grace . S. M. 1 /~^ RACE ! 'tis a charming sound ! 'J Harmonious to the ear ! Heav'n with tlie echo shall resound, And all the earth shall hear. 2 Grace first contriv'd the way To save rebellious man; And all the steps that grace display Which drew the wondrous plan. 3 Grace led my roving feet To tread the heav'nly road; And nev/ supplies, each hour, 1 meet. While pressing on to God. S' 202 SALVATION THROUGH 4 Grace taught my soul to pray, And made my eyes o'erflow: 'Twas grace which kept me to this day, And will not let me go. 5 Grace all the work shall crown, Through everlasting days; It lays in heaven tlie topmost stone, And well deserves the praise. ol i -Sy grace ye are saved. L. M. ELF-righteous souls on works rely. And boast their moral dignity; But if I lisp a song of praise, Grace is the note my soul shall raise. 2 'Twas grace that quicken 'd me when dead, And grace my soul to Jesus led; Grace brings me pardon for my sin — 'Tis grace subdues my lusts within. 3 'Tis grace that sweetens ev'ry cross, 'Tis grace supports in ev'ry loss; In Jesus' grace my soul is strong — Grace is my hope and Christ my song. 4 'Tis grace defends when danger's near; And 'tis by grace I persevere; 'Tis grace constrains my soul to love — Free grace is all they sing above.* 5 Through endless years, of grace Fll sing, Adore and bless my heav'nly King; I'll cast my crown before his throne, Sav'd by his sov'reign grace alone. 318 Faith connected with salvation. L. M 1 "VrOT by the law of innocence -1-^ Can Adam's sons arrive at heav'n; New works can give us no pretence To have our former sins forgiv'n: 2 Not the best deeds that we have done Can make a Avounded conscience whole ! JESUS CHRIST. :203 Faith is the grace, — and faith alone, That flies to Christ, and saves the soul. 3 Lord, I beheve thy heav'nly word ! Fain would I have my soul renew'd: I mourn for sin, and trust the Lord To have it pardonM and subdu'd. 4 O may thy grace its pow'r display ! Let guilt and death no longer reign; Save me in thine appointed way, Nor let my humble faith be vain ! 319 Redeeming grace. P.M. 1L8.11.8. 1 TN songs of sublime adoration and praise, J- Ye pilgrims for Sion who press. Break forth and extol the great Ancient of days, His rich and unmerited grace. 2 His love, from eternity, burn'd for our race Broke forth and disco ver'd its flame: And now with the cords of his kindness he draws, And brings us to love his great name. 3 O had he not pitied the state we were in. Our bosoms his love had ne'er felt: We all would have liv'd, would have died too in sin, And sunk with the load of our guilt. 4 What was there in man that could merit esteem, Or give the Creator delight ? 'Twas " even so, Father," wc ever must sing. Because it seem'd good in thy sight. 5 Urg'd on by his grace, did the Savior appear, The bearer of help from above: Now all who are thirsting may freely draw ne^r And drink in the streams of his love. 6 Then give all the glory to his holy name, To him all the glory belongs; Be ours the high joys still to sound forth his fame, And crown him in each of our songs. 204 SALVATION THROUGH 320 Lamb of God. S. M. 1 "VrOT all the blood of beasts, -^^ On Jewish altars slain, Could give the guilty conscience peace, Or wash away the stain. 2 But Christ, the heav'nly Lamb Takes all our sins away, A sacrifice of nobler name, And richer blood than they. 3 My faith would lay her hand On that dear head of thine — While as a penitent I stand, And there confess my sin. 4 My soul looks back to see The burden thou didst bear, When hanging on the cursed tree, And hopes her guilt was there. 5 Believing, we rejoice To see the curse remove; We bless the Lamb with cheerful voice. And sing his bleeding love. 321 Salvation is of grace. P.M. 8.7.8.7.4.7 'RY fallen soul, by sinning. Merits everlasting pain; But thy love, without beginning. Has redeemed the world again. Countless millions Shall in life, through Jesus reign. Pause, my soul, adore and wonder! Ask, "O why such love to me?" Grace hath put me in the number Of the Savior's family: Hallelujah ! Thanks, eternal thanks to thee ! Since that love had no beginning, And shall never, never cease ; E^; JESUS CHRIST. 205 Keep, O keep me, Lord, from sinning ! Guide me in the way of peace ! Make me walk in All the paths of holiness. 4 When I quit this feeble mansion, And my soul returns to thee; Let the pow'r of thy ascension Manifest itself in me; Through thy Spirit, Give the final victory ! 5 When the angel sounds the trumpet; When my soul and body join; When my Savior comes to judgment, Bright in majesty divine; Let me triumph In thy righteousness as mine. 32^ Redemption by Christ alone. L. M. ENSLAV'D by sin, and bound in chains. Beneath its dreadful tyrant sway. And dooni'd to everlasting pains, We wretched guilty captives lay. Nor gold nor gems could buy our peace; Nor the whole world's collected store Suffice to purchase our release; A thousand worlds were all too poor. Jesus, the Lord, the mighty God, An all-sufEcient ransom paid: O matchless price ! his precious blood For vile, rebellious traitors shed. Jesus the sacrifice became To rescue guilty souls fi'om hell; The spotless, bleeding, dying Lamb, Beneath avenging justice fell. Amazing goodness! love divine! O may our grateful hearts adore The matchless grace; nor yield to sin, Nor wear its cruel fetters more ! 206 SALVATION THROUGH 333 .i living faith. CM 1 "IVTISTAKEN souls, that dream of heav'n, -L-*J- And make their empty boast Of inward joys and sins forgiv'n, While they are slaves to lust ! 2 Vain are our fancies, airy flights, If faith be cold and dead ; None but a living pow'r unites To Christ, the living Head:— 3 A faith that changes all the heart; A faith that works by love; That bids all sinful joys depart, And lifts the thoughts above. 4 Faith must obey our Father's will, As well as trust his grace : A pardoning God requires us still To perfect holiness. 324 Unsearchable love of Christ. P. M. 8.8.6.8.6.6 1 /^ LOVE divine, how sweet thou art! ^-^ When shall I find my willing heart All taken up by thee ! I long, and thirst, and faint, to prove The greatness of redeeming love, The love of Christ to me. 2 Stronger his love than death or hell; Its riches are unsearchable; The first-born sons of light Desire, in vain, its depth to see; They cannot reach the mystery, The length, and breadth, and height 3 O that I could for ever sit. With Mary, at the Master's feet! Be this my happy choice, My only care, delight, and bliss, My joy, niy heaven on earth be this, To hear the Bridegroom's voice. JESUS CHRIST. 207 4 O that I could, with favor'd John, Recline my weary head upon The dear Redeemer's breast ! From care, and sin, and sorrow free, Give me, O Lord, to find in thee My everlasting rest. 335 Miracle ofgi-ace. P. M. 8.7.8.7. 1 TTAIL! my ever blessed Jesus, -tJ. Only thee I wish to sing; To my soul thy name is precious, Thou my prophet, priest, and king. 2 O what mercy flows from heaven, O what joy and happiness ! Love I much? I've much forgiv'n, I'm a miracle of grace. 3 Once with Adam's race in ruin, Unconcern'd in sin I lay; Swift destruction still pursuing, Till my Savior pass'd this way. 4 Witness, all ye hosts of heaven. My Redeemer's tenderness; Love I much ? I've much forgiven; I'm a miracle of grace 5 Sing, ye bright angelic choir, Praise the Lamb enthron'd above; Whilst astonish 'd, 1 admire God's free grace and boundless love. 6 That blest moment I receiv'd him, Fill'd my soul with joy and peace; Love I much? I've much forgiven, I'm a miracle of grace. 326 Excellency of Christ. P. M. 8.8.6.8.8.6. 1 r\ COULD I speak the matchless worth, ^-^ O could I sound the glories forth Which in my Savior shine, I'd soar and touch the heav'nly strings. 208 SALVATION THROUGH And vie with Gabriel, while he sings, In notes almost divine. 2 I'd sing the precious blood he spilt, My ransom from the dreadful guilt Of sin and wrath divine; I'd sing his glorious righteousness, In which all perfect heav'nly dress My soul shall ever shine. 3 I'd sing the characters he bears. And all the forms of love he wears, Exalted on his throne: In loftiest songs of sweetest praise, I would to everlasting days Make all his glories known. 4 Well, the delightful day will come, When my dear Lord will bring me home, And I shall see his face; Then with ray Savior, brother, friend, A blest eternity I '11 spend Triumphant in his grace. 32 i Praise for the fountain opened. CM 1 rnHERE is a fountain fill'd with blood -*- Drawn from Immanuel's veins ; And sinners plung'd beneath that flood, Lose all their guilty stains. 2 The dying thief rejoic'd to see That fountain in his day; O there may I, though vile as he, Wash all my sins away ! 3 Dear dying Lamb, thy precious blood Shall never lose its pow'r. Till all the ransom'd church of God Be sav'd, to sin no more. 4 E'er since, by faith, I saw the stream Thy flowing wounds supply, Redeeming love has been my theme, And shall be till I die. JESUS CHRIST. aOSI 5 Then in a nobler, sweeter song, I'll sing thy power to save; When this poor lisping, stamm'ring tongue Lies silent in the grave. 6 Lord, I believe thou hast prepar'd (Unworthy though I be) For me a blood-bought free reward, A golden harp for me ! 7 'Tis strung and tun'd for endless years, And form'd by power divine ; To sound in God the Father's ears No other name but thine. 33o The loving kindness of the Lord. L. M. 1 A WAKE, my soul, in joyful lays, -^ And sing thy great Redeemer's praise; He justly claims a song from me. His loving-kindness, O how free! 2 He saw me ruin'd in the fall, Yet lov'd me notwithstanding all; He sav'd me from my lost estate, His loving-kindness, O how great ! 3 Though num'rous hosts of mighty foes, Though earth and hell my way oppose, He safely leads my soul along, His loving-kindness, O how strong! 4 When trouble, like a gloomy cloud, Has gather'd thick and thunder'd loud, He near my soul has always stood. His loving-kindness, O how good ! 5 Often I feel my sinful heart Prone from my Jesus to depart; But though I have him oft forgot, His loving-kindness changes not. 6 Soon shall I pass the gloomy vale, Soon all my mortal powers pi'i-^t fa!) ; O may my last expiring bn al' His loving-kindness sing in dt^;\lli. 210 SALVATION THROUGH 7 Then let me mount and soar away To the bright world of endless day; And sing, with raptures and surprise, His loving-kindness in the skies. 329 Christ precious. P. M. 6.6.6.6.8.8 1 T ET earth and heaven agree, -L^ Angels and men be join'd, To celebrate with me The Savior of mankind; T' adore the all-atoning Lamb, And bless the sound of Jesus' name.* 2 Jesus ! harmonious name ! It charms the host above; They evermore proclaim, And wonder at his love; 'Tis all their happiness to gaze, 'Tis heaven to see our Jesus' face. 3 Stung by the scorpion sin, My poor expiring soul The balmy sound drinks in, And is at once made whole: See there my Lord upon the tree! I know, I feel he died for me. 4 O unexampled love ! O all-redeeming grace ! How swiftly didst thou move To save a fallen race: What shall I do to make it known, What thou for all mankind hast done ? 5 O for a trumpet voice, On all the world to call ; To bid their hearts rejoice In him who died for all ! For all, my Lord was crucified; For all, for all, my Savior died. 6 To serve thy blessed will, Thy dying love to praise, JESUS CHRIST. 211 Thy council to fulfil, And minister thy grace, Freely what I receive to give The life of heaven on earth I live. 330^ *^ name above every name. C. M. 1 TESUS, in thy transporting name <^ What glories meet our eyes ! Thou art the seraph's lofty theme, The wonder of the skies. 2 Well might the heavens with wonder view A love so strange as thine; No thought of angels ever knew Compassion so divine. 3 And didst thou, Savior, leave the sky, To sink beneath our woes ? Didst thou descend to bleed and die For thy rebellious foes? 4 O may our willing hearts confess Thy sweet, thy gentle sway. Glad captives of tliy matchless grace, Thy righteous rule obey. 331 Christ all in all. L. M. 1 IVTY hope, my all, my Savior thou, -!-'-■- To thee, lo! now my soul I bow; I feel the bliss thy wounds impart, I find thee. Savior, in my heart. 2 Be thou my strength, be thou my way, Protect me through my life's short day; In all my acts may wisdom guide. And keep me. Savior, near thy side. 3 Correct, reprove, and comfort me; As I have need, my Savior be: And if I would from thee depart. Then clasp me. Savior, to thy heart. 4 In fierce temptation's darkest hour, Save me from sin and Satan's pow'r; 212 SALVATION THROUGH Tear ev'ry idol from thy throne, And reign, my Savior, reign alone. 5 My sufF'ring time shall soon be o'er, Then shall I sigh and v/eep no more, My ransom 'd soul shall soar away, To sing thy praise in endless day. o3S Jesus above all praise. P.M. 6.6.6.6.8.8 1 TOIN all the glorious names ^ Of wisdom, love, and pow'r, That ever mortals knew. That angels ever bore : All are too mean To speak his worth; Too mean to set My Savior forth. 2 But O what gentle terms, What condescending ways, Doth our Redeemer use To teach his heav'nly grace! Mine eyes with joy And wonder see What forms of love He bears for me. 3 Array'd in mortal flesh, He like an angel stands, And holds the promises And pardons in liis hands; Co m miss ion 'd from His Father's throne, To make his grace To mortals knov.n. 4 Great Prophet of my God! My tongue would bless thy name: By thee the joyful news Of our salvation canie; The joyful news Of sin forgiv'n, Of hell subdn'd. And peace with heav'n. JESUS CHRIST. 213 333 Holiness, justice and mercy xmited. L. M. 1 TNFINITE grace ! and can it be J- Tliat heaven 's Supreme should stoop so low ! To visit one so vile as I, One who has been his bitt'rest foe! 2 Can holiness and wisdom join, With truth, with justice, and with grace, To make eternal blessing mine. And sin, with all its guilt, erase ? 3 O love ! beyond conception great, That form'd the vast, stupendous plan ! Where all divine perfections meet To reconcile rebellious man ! 4 There wisdom shines in fullest blaze, And justice all her rights maintains ! Astonish 'd angels stoop to gaze, While mercy o'er the guilty reigns. 5 Yes, mercy reigns, and justice too — In Christ, harmoniously they meet: He paid to justice all her due, And now he fills the mercy-seat. 6 Such are the wonders of our God, And such th' amazing depth of grace, To save from wrath's vindictive rod. The sons of Adam's fallen race. 7 With grateful songs, then let our souls Surround our gracious Father's throne: And all between the distant poles His truth and mercy ever own 334 Hiding-place. L. M. 1 TTAIL, boundless love, that first began -■-A The scheme to rescue fallen man ! Hail, matchless, free, eternal grace That gave my soul a hiding-place. 2 Against the God that rules the sky I fought with hands uplifted high: 214 SALVATION THROUGH Despis'd his rich abounding grace, Too proud to seek a hiding-place. 3 Indignant justice stood in view; To Sinai's fiery mount I flew, I felt the arrovrs of distress, But found I had no hiding-place. 4 Ere long a heav'nly voice I heard. And mercy's angel-form appear'd; Conducted me to rest and peace In Jesus Christ my hiding-place. 335 Christ the eternal life. L. M. 1 TTTTHKRE shall the tribes of Adam find W The sov 'reign good to fill the mind? Ye sons of moral wisdom, show The spring whence living waters flow.* 2 In vain I ask — for nature's pow'r Extends but to this mortal hour; 'Twas but a poor relief she gave Against the terrors of the grave. 3 Jesus, our kinsman, and our God, Array 'd in majesty and blood. Thou art our life ! our souls in thee Possess a full felicity ! 4 All our immortal hopes are laid In thee our surety and our head; Thy cross, thy cradle, and thy throne, Are fraught with glories yet unknown. 5 Here let my soul for ever lie, Beneath the blessings of thine eye; 'Tis heav'n on earth, 'tis heav'n above, To see thy face, to taste thy love. 336 Christ the believer's all. P. M. 8.7.8.7.8.7.8.7 1 T AMB of God, we fall before thee, -Li Humbly trusting in thy cross; That alone be all our glory, All tilings else are only dross. JESUS CHRIST. 215 Thee we own a perfect Savior, Only source of all that's good. Ev'ry grace and ev'ry favor Comes to us through Jesus' blood. 2 Jesus gives us true repentance, By his Spirit sent from heav'n; Whispers this transporting sentence, "Son, thy sins arc all forgiv'n." Faith he grants us to believe it, Grateful hearts his love to prize: Want we wisdom ? he must give it ; Hearing ears, and seeing eyes. 3 Jesus gives us pure affections, Wills to do what he requires; Makes us follow his directions, And what he commands — inspires. All our prayers, and all our praises, Rightly offer'd in his name. He that dictates them is Jesus; He that answers is the same. 33*7 Praise to thei^edeemer. CM. 1 /^ FOR a thousand tongues to sing V-^ My dear Redeemer's praise ; The glories of my God and King, The triumphs of his grace ! 2 My gracious Master, and my God, Assist me to proclaim, To spread through all tlie earth abroad The honors of thy name. 3 Jesus, the name that calms our fears. That bids our sorrows cease ; 'Tis music in the sinner's ears; 'Tis life, and health, and peace. 4 He breaks the power of reigning sin, He sets the pris'ner free; His blood can make tlie foulest clean; His blood avaiPd for me. 15 216 SALVATION THROUGH 5 Let us obey — we then shall know, Shall feel our sins forgiv'n; Anticipate our heav'n below, And own that love is heav'n. OOO Salvation by grace, C. M. 1 T ORD, we confess our num'rous faults, -L^ How great our guilt has been ! Foolish and vain were all our thoughts, And all our lives were sin. 2 But, O my soul, for ever praise, For ever love his name, Who turns thy feet from dang'rous ways Of folly, sin and shame. 3 'Tis not by works of righteousness Which our own hands have done, But we are sav'd by sov'reign grace Abounding through his Son. 4 'Tis from the mercy of our God That all our hopes begin ; 'Tis by the waterKlnd the blood Our souls are wash'd from sin. 5 'Tis through the purchase of his death, Who hung upon the tree, The Spirit is sent down to breathe On such dry bones as we. 6 Rais'd from the dead we live anew; And, justified by grace. We shall appear in glory too, And see our Father's face. 339 Salvation in Christ for Jew and Gentile. P. M. 1 WT"^ ^^".S ^^^ wise, the gracious plan, V T Which God devis'd ere time began, At length disclos'd in all its light; We bless the wondrous birth of love. Which beams around us from above. With grace so free and hopes so bright. JESUS CHRIST. 217 2 Here has the wise eternal mind In Christ, their common head, conjoin'd; Gentiieb and Jews, and earth and heav'n. Through him, from the great Father's throne, Rivers of bliss come rolling down, And endless peace and life are giv'n. 3 No more the awful cherubs guard The tree of life with flaming sword, To drive afar man's trembling race. At Salem's pearly gates tiiey stand, And, smiling, wait a friendly band, To welcome strangers to the place. 4 While w^e expect that glorious sight, Love shall our hearts with theirs unite, And ardent hope our bosoms raise. From earth's low cottages of clay, To those resplendent realms of day, We'll try to send the sounding praise. 0-1:0 Praise to the Redeemer. L. M. 1 f\ THAT I had a seraph's fire, ^<-^ His rapturous song and golden lyre, To chant the love and grace supreme, Reveal'd as in the gospel scheme. 2 Here's pardon for transgressions past — It matters not how black their cast; And, O, my soul, with wonder vie\v, For sins to come, here's pardon too. 3 When Jesus died, our debts were paid. Our sins laid on this Scape- Goat's head, Were to the trackless desert driv'n. And, by his boundless love, forgiv'n. 4 In this abyss of love profound, When sought for they shall not be found; Hid from Jehovah's piercing eye, There, in oblivion's shades, they lie. 218 SALVATION THROUGH 34rlt The consolation of faith. 7.6.7.6.6.7.7.6 1 "T^ROM God, my Lord and Savior, -T I'll never swerve nor stray; His love and sure protection Fail not from day to day: He ever is the same: He shortens all my sorrow. And will relieve to-morrow, As he has done to-day. 2 When 1 am disappointed, From man find no relief, I fly to God's Anointed. Who softens all my grief: He ne'er withholds his love From his most wretched creature; Removes my sinful nature, And fits for joys above. 3 On him by faitli relying In my most deep distress, He's daily testifying His gracious faithfulness. To him I therefore give My life, each breath and motion, And with unfeigned devotion I'll serve him while I live. 4 Praise him with hearts and voices, Which to that end were given ! O how the soul rejoices When fill'd with thoughts of heaven ! All other time is lost, Misspent in trifling pleasures, Regardless of those treasures Bought by our Savior's blood. o4!3 Christ the believer's portion. L. M 1 /^OME, Savior Jesus, from above, v>' Assist me with thy heav'nly grace; Empty my heart of earthly love, And for thyself prepare tlie place. JESUS CHRIST. 219 2 O let thy sacred presence fill, And set my longing spirit free, Which pants to have no other will But night and day to feast on thee. 3 While in this region here below, No other good will I pursue; I'll bid this world of noise and show. With all its glitt'ring snares, adieu. 4 That path, with humble speed, I'll seek. In which my Savior's footsteps shine ; Nor will I hear nor will I speak Of any other love than thine. 5 Henceforth may no profane delight Divide this consecrated soul: Possess it thou, who hast the right. As Lord and Master of the whole. 6 Nothing on earth do I desire. But thy pure love within my breast; This, only this, will I require, And freely give up all the rest. 34:3 Prayer for the SpirWs influences. L. M. 1 TESUS, my Savior, Brother, Friend, w* On whom I cast my ev'ry care, On whom for all things I depend. Inspire, and then accept my prayer. 2 If I have tasted of thy grace, The grace that sure salvation brings. If with me now thy Spirit stays. And, hov'ring, hides me in his wings; — 3 Still let him with my weakness stay. Nor for a moment's space depart; Evil and danger turn away, And keep till he renews ray heart. 4 When to the right or left I stray. His voice behind me may I hear, "Return, and walk in Christ thy way, Fly back to Christ, for sin is near." 220 SALVATION THROUGH 5 Jesus, I fain would walk in thee, From nature's ev'ry path retreat: Thou art my way, my leader be. And set upon the rock my feet. 6 Uphold me, Savior, or I fall ; O reach to me thy gracious hand: Only on thee for help I call; Only by faith in thee I stand. 344 Glory to Christ. P. M. 8.7.8.7.4.7 1 f\ THOU God of my salvation, ^J' ^ly Redeemer from all sin, Mov'd to this by great compassion, Thou who diedst my soul to win ; I will praise thee: Where shall I thy praise begin ? 2 While the angel-choirs are crying Glory to the great I AM, I with them would still be vieing, Glory, glory to the Lamb ! O hov/ precious Is the sound of Jesus' name ! 3 Now I see, with joy and wonder, Whence the healing streams arose; Angel-minds are lost to ponder Dying love's mysterious cause; Yet the blessing Down to all, to me it flows. 4 Though unseen, 1 love the Savior, He almighty grace hath shone; Pardon'd guilt and purchas'd favor, This he makes to mortals known, Give liim glory, Glory, glory is his own. 5 Angels now are hov'ring round us, Unperceiv'd, they mix the throng, Wond'ring at tlie love that crown 'd us, Glad to join the holy song: Hallelujah, Love and praise to Christ belong. JESUS CHRIST. 221 345 The love of Jesus. L. M. 1 r\F him wlio did salvation bring ^^ I could for ever think and sing; Arise, ye guilty, he'll forgive; Arise, ye needy, he'll relieve. 2 Ask but his grace, and lo, 'tis giv'n; xAsk, and he turns your hell to heav'n ; Though sin and sorrow wound my soul, Jesus, thy balm will make it whole. 3 To shame our sins he blush'd in blood. He clos'd his eyes to show us God; Let all the world fall down and know That none but God such love can show. 4 'Tis thee I love, for thee alone I shed my tears and make my moan ! Where'er I am, where'er I move, I meet the object of my love. 5 Insatiate to this spring I fly; I drink, and yet am ever dry; Ah ! who against thy charms is proof? Ah ! who that loves can love enough ? 346 Gratitudefor the atonement. P.M. 1 TTAIL! thou once despised Jesus, -^1 Hail ! thou Galilean king! Thou didst suffer to release us; Thou didst free salvation bring: Hail ! thou agonizing Savior, Bearer of our sin and shame ! By thy merits we find favor; Life is given through thy name. 2 Paschal Lamb, by God appointed, 4 All our sins on thee were laid; By almighty love anointed, Thou hast full atonement made: All thy people are forgiven Through the virtue of thy blood; Open'd is the gate of heaven; Peace is made 'twixt man and God. 222 SALVATION THROUGH 3 Jesus, hail ! enthron'd in glory, There for ever to abide ! All the heav'nly host adore thee, Seated at thy Father's side: There for sinners thou art pleading; There thou dost our place prepare; Ever for us interceding, Till in glory we appear. 3 Worship, honor, pow'r, and blessing, Thou art worthy to receive; Loudest praises, without ceasing, Meet it is for us to give: Help, ye bright angelic spirits! Bring your sweetest, noblest lays! Help to sing our Savior's merits; Help to chant Immanuel's praise. 34*7 Hosanna to Christ. C. M. 1 TTOSANNA to the royal Son -tJ. Of David's ancient line. His natures two, his person one, Mysterious and divine. 2 The root of David here we find, And offspring is the same; Eternity and time are join'd In our Immanuel's name. 3 Blest he that comes to wretched men With peaceful ncAvs from heav'n; Hosannas of the highest strain To Christ the Lord be giv'n. 4 Let mortals ne'er refuse to take Th' hosanna on their tongues, • Lest rocks and stones should rise, and break Their silence into songs. 348 God reconciled in Christ. C. M. ] "riEAREST of all the names above, -L' My Jesus, and my God, Who can resist thy heav'nly love, Or trifle with thy blood ? JESUS CHRIST. TSiBS 2 'Tis by the merits of thy death The Father smiles again; 'Tis by thine interceding breath The Spirit dwells with men. 3 Till God in human flesh I see, My thoughts no comfort find; The holy, just, and sacred Three Are terrors to my mind. 4 But if Immanuel's face appear, My hope, my joy begins; His name forbids my slavish fear, His grace removes my sins. 5 While Jews on their own law rely, And Greeks of wisdom boast, I love th' incarnate mystery, And there I fix my trust. 349 Praise to the Redeemer. C. M. : pLUNG'D in a gulf of dark despair -t We wretched sinners lay. Without one cheerful beam of hope, Or spark of glimm'ring day. 2 With pitying eyes, the Prince of Grace Beheld our helpless grief. He saw, and (O amazing love !) He ran to our relief. 3 Down from the shining seats above With joyful haste he fled, Enter 'd the grave in mortal flesh. And dv/elt among the dead. 4 He spoil'd the pow'rs of darkness thus, And brake our iron chains; Jesus has freed our captive souls From everlasting pains.* 5 O for this love let rocks and hills Their lasting silence break, And all harmonious human tongues The Savior's praises speak. 224 SALVATION THROt-GH 6 Angels, assist our mighty jo^'s, Strike all 3-our harps of gold ; But when you raise your highest notes, His love can ne'er be told. 350 Redeeming love. P. M. 7.7.7.7. 1 "VfOW begin the heav'nly theme, -L^ Sing aloud in Jesus' name ! Ye, who his salvation prove, Triumph in redeeming love. 2 Ye who see the Father's grace Beaming in the Savior's face, As to heav'n ye onward move, Triumph in redeeming love. 3 Mourning souls ! dry up your tears, Banish all your guilty fears; See your guilt and care remove, Cancel'd by redeeming love. 4 Ye, alas I who long have been Willing slaves of death and sin, Now from bliss no longer rove; Slop, and taste redeeming love. 5 Christ subdu'd th' infernal pow'rs; His tremendous foes, and ours, From their cursed empire drove. Might}' in redeeming love. 6 Hither, then, your music bring; Strike aloud the joyful string! Mortals! join the host above. Join to praise redeeming love. 351 The blessedness of gospel times. S. M. 1 TTOW beauteous are their feet -tl Who stand on Zion's hill ! Who bring salvation on their tongues, And words of peace reveal. 2 How charming is their voice ! How sweet the tidings are! JESUS CHRIST. SSJd **Zion, behold thy Savior King; He reigns and triumphs here." 3 How happy are our ears That hear this joyful sound, Which kings and prophets waited for, And sought, but never found ! 4 How blessed are our eyes Tliat see this heav'nly light! Prophets and kings desirM it long, But died without the sight. 5 The watchmen join their voice, And tuneful notes employ; Jerusalem breaks forth in songs, And deserts learn the joy. 6 The Lord makes bare his arm Through all the earth abroad; Let all the nations now behold Their Savior and their God. 352t God is true. P. M. 10.6.10.6.9.9.4. 1 /^UR God is true! — Them he will ne'er forsake ^ For whom his love he shows; Our God is true! — We shall his care partake In all our joys and woes: His wings will spread their shelter o'er us: — Though mountains quake, — earth yawns before us: Our God is true ! 2 Our God is true! — He is a faithful friend, We from experience know ; — And, rest assur'd, he will our souls defend From ev^ry watchful foe. His cov'nant love gives no denial To humble faith, in hours of trial, — Our God is true ! 3 Our God is true ! — Never forget, my soul, How kind and true he is ! 226 SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. Be true to God ! — Let this thy life control, And be devoutly his! From loving him let nothing drive thee ! And of this stay let none deprive thee, — "Om- God is true .'" 3^3 Praise to the Redeemer. C. M. 1 nnO our Redeemer's glorious name -■- Awake the sacred song ! O may his love (immortal flame!) Tune ev'ry heart and tongue. 2 His love what mortal thought can reach ! What mortal tongue display ! Imagination's utmost stretch In wonder dies away. 3 He left his radiant throne on high, Left the bright realms of bliss, And came to earth to bleed and die! Was ever love like this? 4 Dear Lord, while we adoring pay Our humble thanks to thee, May ev'ry heart with rapture say, "The Savior died for me." 5 O may the sweet, the blissful theme Fill ev'ry heart and tongue: Till strangers love thy charming name, And join the sacred song. Faith seen in icorks. C. M, 354 1 BRIGHT source of everlasting love! To thee our souls we raise; And to thy matchless bounty rear A monument of praise. 2 Thy mercy gilds the path of life With ev'ry cheering ray, Kindly restrains the rising tear, Or wipes that tear away. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 227 3 When, sunk in guilt, our race approach'd The borders of despair, Thy grace through Jesus' blood proclaim'd A free salvation near. 4 What shall we render, bounteous Lord, For all the grace we see? Alas ! the goodness worms can yield Extendeth not to thee. 5 To tents of woe, to beds of pain, Our cheerful feet repair; And, with the gifts thy hand bestows, Relieve the mourners there. 6 The widow's heart shall sing for joy ; The orphan shall be glad ; And hung 'ring souls we'll gladly point To Christ the living bread. 7 Thus, passing through this vale of tears, Our useful light shall shine; And others learn to glorify Our Father's name divine. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE 3^^ Lively hope and gracious fear. CM. 1 T WAS a grov'ling creature once, -^ And basely cleav'd to earth; I wanted spirit to renounce The clod that gave me birth. 2 But God has breath'd upon a worm And sent me, from above. Wings, such as clothe an angel's form, The wings of joy and love. 3 With these to Pisgah's top I fly. And there delighted stand, To view beneath a shining sky The spacious promis'd land. 228 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 4 The Lord of all tliat vast domain Has promis'd it to me; The length and breadth of all the plain, As far as faith can see. 5 How o;lorious is my privilege! To thee for help I call; I stand upon a mountains' edge ! 0 save me, lest I fall ! 6 Though much exalted in the Lord, My strength is not mine own; i Then let me tremhle at his word, And none shall cast me down. OOOt Desiring evidence of adoption. C. M 1 rpHOU Lord of all the worlds on high, ] -^ Allow my humble claim; Nor, while a child would raise its cry, , Disdain a Father's name. ' 2 My Father, God, how sweet the sound! i How tender and liow dear! ' Not all the melody of heaven \ Could so delight the ear. \ 3 Come, sacred Spirit, seal the name i On my believing heart, ■ And show that in Jehovah's grace ! 1 share a filial part. i 4 By such a heav'nly signal cheer'd, | Unwav'ring, I believe, \ And Abba, Father, humbly cry; l Nor can the sound deceive. I 5 On wings of everlasting love The Comforter has come ; All terrors at his voice disperse, And endless pleasures bloom. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 229 357t Jesus lives. P. iM. 7.7.7.7.7.7. 1 TESUS lives! and I with him : ^ Death, where are thy terrors fled ? Jesus lives ! another day He'll awake me from the dead, Glorify my mould'ring clay: This is still my trust and stay. 2 Jesus lives! to him all pow'r In heav'n, earth, and hell is giv'n ! I witii him shall live and reign Through eternity in heav'n, God hath said; who dare gainsay.' This is still my trust and stay.** 3 Jesus lives ! and well I know Naught can part me from his love; Not the deepest earthly woe, Hell beneath, nor heaven above; Strength he gives me as my day; This is still my trust and stay. 4 Jesus lives! and death is now But the gate that leads to life; Let, my soul, this comfort thee In the dark and tinal strife, That thou canst to Jesus say, Lord ! my confidence and stay. 358 Conversion. P. M. 8.7.8.7. 1 / |N the brink of fi'ry ruin, ^' Justice, with a flaming sword, Was my guilty soul pursuing When I first beheld my Lord. 2 Terrified with Sinai's thunder, Straight I flew to Calvary, Where, by faith, with love and wonder, Him I saw who died for me. 3 "Sinner," he exclaim 'd, "I've lev 'd thee With an everlastinsr love; 230 CHRISTIAN- EXPERIENCE. Justice has in me approv'd thee; Thou shalt dwell with me above." 4 Sweet as angels' notes in heav'n, When to golden harps they sound, Is the voice of sins forgiven, To the soul by Satan bound. 5 Sweet as angels' harps in glory, Was that heav'nly voice to rae, When I saw my Lord before me Bleed and die to set me free ! , 6 Saints, attend with holy wonder! Sinners, hear and sing his praise! ! 'Tis the God that holds the thunder i Shows himself the God of grace ! ' 359 The offer of pardon. L. M. 1 T HEAR a voice that comes from far, j -*- From Calvary it sounds abroad; i It soothes my soul, and calms my fear; i It speaks of pardon bought with blood | 2 And is it true that many fly i The sound that bids my soul rejoice. And rather choose in sin to die, Than turn an ear to mercy's voice ! 3 Alas for those ! — the day is near When mercy will be heard no more; Then will they ask, in vain, to hear The voice they v/ould not hear before. 4 With such, I own, I once appear'd. But now I know how great their loss; j For sweeter sounds were never heard | Than mercy utters from the cross. ' 360 The joy of conversion from sin. CM. I 1 "I^HEX God reveal'd his gracious name, | » ▼ And chang'd my mournful state, I My rapture seem'd a pleasing dream, ] The grace appear'd so great. i CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 231 2 The world beheld the glorious change, And did thy hand confess; My tongue broke out in unknown strains, And sung surprising grace. 3 "Great is the work," my neighbors cried, And own'd thy pow'r divine; *'Great is the work," my heart replied, "And be the glory thine." 4 The Lord can clear the darkest skies, Can give us day for night; Make drops of sacred sorrow rise To rivers of delight. 5 Let those that sow in sadness wait Till the fair harvest come; They shall confess their sheaves are great. And bring rich blessings home. 301 The pleasures of conversion. S. M. 1 TTOW various and how new -tX Are thy compassions, Lord! Each morning shall thy mercies show, Each night thy love record. 2 Thy goodness, like the sun, Dawn'd on our early days, Ere infant reason had begun To form our Jips to praise. 3 Each object we beheld Gave pleasure to our eyes, And nature all our senses held In bands of sweet surprise. 4 But pleasures more refin'd Awaited that blest day, When light arose upon our mind To chase our sins away. 5 How various and how new Are thy compassions. Lord! Eternity thy truth shall show, And all thy love record. 16 232 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. OO^ Joy for salvation. C. M 1 QALVATION, O the joyful sound! ^ 'Tis music to our ears; A sov'reigii balm for ev'ry wound, A cordial for our fears. 2 Buried in sorrow and in sin, At hell's dark door we lay: But we arise by grace divine. To see a heav'nly day. 3 Salvation! let the echo fly The spacious earth around; While all the armies of tlie sky Conspire to raise the sound. 363 Joy in the Holy Ghost. C. M. 1 IVTY soul doth magnify the Lord, ItX ]\iy spirit doth rejoice In God, my Savior, and my God; I hear his joyful voice. 2 I need not go abroad for joy. Who have a feast at home; My sighs are now turn 'd into songs — The Comforter is come. 3 Down from on high, the blessed Dove Is come into my breast. To witness God's eternal love; This is my heav'nly feast. 4 There is a stream that issues forth From God's eternal throne. And from the Lamb, a living stream, Clear as the crystal stone. 5 That stream doth water paradise; It makes the angels sing; One cordial drop revives my heart; Hence all my joys do spring. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 233 364: Juslification and sayictijication. L. M. 1 "OLEST is the man, for ever blest, -tJ Whose guilt is pardon 'd by bis God, Whose sins with sorrow are confess'd, And cover 'd with his Savior's blood. 2 Blest is the man to whom the Lord Imputes not his iniquities; He pleads no merit of reward, And not on works, but grace relies. 3 From guile his heart and lips are free, His humble joy, his holy fear, With deep repentance well agree, And join to prove his faith sincere. 4 How glorious is that righteousness That hides and cancels all his sins ! While a bright evidence of grace Through his whole life appears and shines. 30o Happiness in the salvation of God. L. M. 1 TNDULGENT God ! to thee I raise J- My spirit fraught with joy and praise: Grateful I bow before thy throne, My debt of mercy there to own. 2 Pvivers descending, Lord ! from thee. Perpetual glide to solace me : Their varied virtues to rehearse, Demands an everlasting verse. 3 And yet there is, beyond the rest, One stream — the widest and the best — Salvation! Lo, the purple flood Rolls rich with my Redeemer's blood. 4 I taste — delight succeeds to woe; I bathe — no waters cleanse me so: Such joy and purity to share, I would remain enraptur'd there, 5 Till death shall give this soul to know The fullness sought in vain below ; — 234 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. J The fullness of that boundless sea ' Whence flow'd the river down to me. ! 6 My soul — with such a scene in view — Bids mortal joys a glad adieu; ' Nor dreads a few chastising woes < Sent with such love — so soon to close. 3 DO The neio convert. L. M. 1 nnHE new-bom child of gospel grace, [ J- Like some fair tree when summer's nigh, ' Beneath Immanuel's shining face, Lifts up his blooming branch on high I 2 No fear he feels, he sees no foes, ; No conflict yet, his faith employs; ' Nor has he learnt to whom he owes The strength and peace his soul enjoys. > 3 But sin soon darts its cruel sting, i And comforts sinking day by day; j What seem'd his own, a self-fed spring, ■ Proves but a brook that glides away. ; 4 When Gideon arm'd his numerous host, j The Lord soon made his numbers less: | And said, lest Israel vainly boast, | ♦My arm procured me this success." j 5 Thus will he bring our spirits down, ' And draw our ebbing comforts low, [ That sav'd by grace, but not our own, ; We may not claim the praise we owe. i 30*7 Heavenly joy on earth. S. M, ^ 1 pi OME, ye that love the Lord, j ^^ And let your joys be known; jj Join in a song with sweet accord, ^ Whilst ye surround the throne. s 2 Let those refuse to sing Who never knew our God: 1 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 235 But servants of the heav'nly King May speak their joys abroad. 3 The God who rules on high, Who all the earth surveys, Who rides upon the stormy sky, And calms the roaring seas: 4 This awful God is ours, Our Father and our love; He will send down his heav'nly povs^'rs To carry us above. 5 There we shall see his face. And never, never sin! There, from the rivers of his grace, Drink endless pleasures in. 6 Yea, and before we rise To that immortal state, The thoughts of such amazing bliss Should constant joys create. 7 The men of grace have found Glory begun below — Celestial fruit on earthly ground From faith and hope may grow. 8 Then let our songs abound. And ev'ry tear be dry: We're marching through Immanuel's ground To fairer worlds on high. 36S The privileges of the sons of God. L. M. 1 IVTOT all the nobles of the earth, -^^ Who boast the honors of their birth. Such real dignity can claim, As those who bear the Christian name. 2 To them the privilege is giv'n To be the sons and heirs of heav'n ; Sons of the God who reigns on high, And heirs of joy beyond the sky. 236 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 3 His will he makes them early know, And teaches their young feet to go; Whispers instruction to their minds, And on their hearts his precepts binds. 4 Their daily wants his hands supply, Their steps he guards with watchful eye; Leads them from earth to heav'n above, And crowns them with eternal love. 5 If I've the honor, Lord, to be One of this num'rous family, On me the gracious gift bestow, To call thee Abba, Father, too. 6 So may my conduct ever prove My filial piety and love ! Whilst all my brethren clearly trace Their Father's likeness on my face. 300 The pleasures of a pure conscience. C. M 1 f\ HAPPY soul that lives on high ! v>' While men lie grov'ling here, His hopes are fix'd above the sky, And faith forbids his fear. 2 His conscience knows no secret stings, While grace and joy combine To form a life, whose holy springs Are hidden and divine. 3 He waits in secret on his God; His God in secret sees: Let earth be all in arms abroad, He dwells in heav'nly peace. 4 His pleasures rise from things unseen. Beyond this world and time, Where neither eyes nor ears have been, Nor thoughts of mortals climb. 5 He looks to heav'n's eternal hill, To meet that glorious day When Christ his promise shall fulfil And call his soul away. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 237 370 Blessedness of true religion. S. M. 1 "TXTHEN gloomy thoughts and fears » ▼ The trenibhng heart invade, And all the face of nature wears A universal shade; 2 Religion can assuage The tempest of the soul; And ev'ry fear shall lose its rage At her divine control. 3 Through life's bewildered way, Her hand unerring leads; And o'er the path her heav'nly ray A cheering lustre sheds. 4 When reason, tir'd and blind, Sinks helpless and afraid, Thou blest supporter of the mind, How pow'rful is thine aid ! 5 O let me feel thy pov.''r. And find thy sweet relief. To brighten ev'ry gloomy hour, And soften ev'ry grief. 3*1 The glorious prospects of faith. L. JVL 1 npHERE is a glorious world on high, A Resplendent with eternal day; Faith views the blissful prospects nigh. While God's own word reveals the way. 2 There shall the fav 'rites of the Lord With never-fading lustre shine: Surprising honor! vast reward ! Conferr'd on man by love divine. 3 How blest are those, how truly wise, Who learn and keep the sacred road ! Happy the men whom heav'n employs To turn rebellious hearts to God ! 4 To win them from the fatal way Where erring folly thoughtless roves; 238 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. And that blest righteousness display, i Which Jesus taught and God approves. ] 5 The shining firmament shall fade, i And sparkling stars resign their light; ] But these shall know nor change nor shade, i For ever fair, for ever bright. I 6 On wings of faith and strong desire, O may our spirits daily rise, And reach at last the shining choir In the bright mansions of the skies ! 373 Living by faith. CM. ' 1 TTAPPY the man whose wishes climb -tl To mansions in the skies ! He looks on all the joys of time \ With undesiring eyes. j 2 In vain soft pleasure spreads her charms, ' And throws her silken chain; ■ And wealth and fame invite his arms, ^ And tempt his ear in vain. ; 3 He knows that all these glitt'ring things j Must yield to sure decay; And sees on time's extended wings How swift they flee away. 4 To things unseen by mortal eyes, A beam of sacred light Directs his view; his prospects rise All permanent and bright. 5 His hopes are fix'd on joys to come: Those blissful scenes on high Shall flourish in immortal bloom When time and nature die. 3 #3 Christ precious. C. M 1 TTOW sweet the name of Jesus sounds -tj- In a believer's ear ! It soothes his sorrows, heals his wounds, And drives away his fear. J CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 239 2 It makes the wounded spirit whole, And calms the troubled breast; 'Tis manna to the hungry soul, And to the weary, rest. 3 By him my pray'rs acceptance gain, Although with sin defil'd; Satan accuses me in vain, And I am own'd a child. 4 Weak is the effort of my heart, And cold my warmest thought; But when I see thee as thou art, ril praise thee as I ought. 5 Till then, I would thy love proclaim With ev'ry fleeting breath; And may the music of thy name Refresh my soul in death. 3*74 Sitting at Jesus' feet. P. M. 8.7.8.7. 1 O WEET the moments, rich in blessing, ^^ Which before the cross I spend; Life, and health, and peace possessing. From the sinner's dying Friend: 2 Love and grief my heart dividing, With my tears his feet I'll bathe; Constant still, in faith abiding, Life deriving from his death. 3 Truly blessed is this station — Low before his cross I'll lie ; While I see divine compassion Floating in his languid eye ; 4 Here I'll sit — for ever viewing Mercy streaming in his blood: Precious drops, my soul bedewing, Plead and claim my peace with God. 3 f 3 Religious retirement. C. M. 1 TpAR from the world, O Lord, I flee; -T From strife and tumult far ; From scenes where Satan wages still His most successful war. 240 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 2 The calm retreat, the silent shade, With pra)^'r and praise agree; And seem, by thy sweet bounty made, For those who follow thee. 3 Then if thy Spirit touch the soul, And grace her mean abode, 0 Avilh what peace, and joy, and love, Does she commune with God ! 4 There, like the nightingale, she pours Her solitary lays; Nor asks a witness of her song, Nor thirsts for human praise. 376 Evening In-Uight. C. M. 1 T LOVE to steal awhile away J- From ev'ry cumb'ring care. And spend the hours of setting day In humble, grateful prayer. 2 I love in solitude to shed The penitential tear, And all his promises to plead. Where none but God can hear. 3 I love to think on mercies past, And future good implore, And all my cares and sorrows cast On him whom I adore. 4 I love, by faith, to take a view Of brighter scenes in heav'n; The prospect doth my strength renew, While here by tempests driv'n. 5 Thus, when life's toilsome day is o'er, May its departing ray Be calm as this impressive hour, And lead to endless day. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 241 3*7 T For closer communion loitli God P.M. 8s. 1 rpHOU Shepherd of Isr'el divine, J- The joy and desire of my heart, For closer communion 1 pine, I long to reside where thou art: The pasture I languish to find, Where all, who their Shepherd obey, Are fed, on thy bosom reclin'dj And screen'd from the heat of the day 2 Ah ! show me that happiest place, The place of thy people's abode, Where saints in an ecstasy gaze, And hang on a crucified God ! Thy love for a sinner declare. Thy passion and death on the tree; My spirit to Calvary bear. To suffer and triumph with thee. 3 'Tis there with the lambs of thy flock, There only I covet to rest. To lie at the foot of the Rock, Or rise to be hid in thy breast; 'Tis there I would always abide, And never a moment depart; Conceal'd in the cleft of thy side Eternally held in thy heart. 3 4 H Groanings that cannot be littered. C. M. THAT I knew the secret place Where 1 might find my Jesus precious. CM. > 1 TJLEST Jesus, when my soaring thoughts i -L? O'er all thy graces rove, i Now is my soul in transport lost — ; In wonder, joy, and love ! ! 2 Not softest strains can charm mine ears, 1 Like thy beloved name; '• Nor aught beneath the skies inspire My heart with equal flame. ; 3 Where'er I look, my wond'ring eyes Unnumber'd blessings see ; '■ But what is life, with all its bliss, . If once compared to thee ? \ 4 Hast thou a rival in my breast? J Search, Lord, for thou canst tell; j If aught can raise my passions thus, ] Or please my soul so well. \ 5 No, thou art precious to my heart, s My portion and my joy; ^ For ever let thy boundless ffrace j My sweetest thoughts employ. | \ CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 247 6 When nature faints, around my bed Let thy bright glories shine; And death shall all his terrors lose, In raptures so divine. 38T Lovest thou me ? P. M. 7.7.7.7. 1 TJARK, my soul, it is the Lord; -* ^ 'Tis thy Savior, hear his word: •T.'sus speaks, and speaks to thee : "Say, poor sinner, lov'st thou me? 2 "I deliver'd thee, when bound. And, when bleeding, heal'd thy wound, Sought thee wand 'ring, set thee right, Turn'd thy darkness into light. 3 "Can a woman's tender care Cease towards the child she bare? Yes, she may forgetful be. Yet will I remember thee. 4 "Mine is an unchanging love, Higher than the heights above; Deeper than the depths beneath — Free and faithful — strong as death. 5 "Thou shalt see my glory soon, When the work of grace is done; Partner of my throne shalt be; Say, poor sinner, lov'st thou me?" 6 Lord, it is my chief complaint, That my love is weak and faint : Yet I love thee, and adore, O for grace to love thee more ! 3SS Living to Christ. L. M. 1 T ET thoughtless thousands choose the road -L^ That leads the soul away from God; This happiness, dear Lord, be mine, To live and die entirely thine. 17 248 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. j 2 On Christ, by faith, my soul would live, i From him, my life, my all receive; ! To him devote my fleeting hours, . Serve him alone with all my pow'rs. ] 3 Christ is my everlasting all; | To him I look, on him I call; j He will my ev'ry want supply, J In time, and through eternity. j 4 Soon will the Lord, my life, appear; ! Soon shall I end my trials here; Leave sin and sorrow, death and pain; ^ To live is Christ — to die is gain. ; 5 Soon Avill the saints in glory meet. Soon walk through ev'ry golden street, ; And sing on ev'ry blissful plain, — [ To live is Christ, to die is gain. \ 3§0 The Christian panting for God. L. M. 1 ^REAT God, indulge my humble claim: : ^J Be thou my hope, my joy, my rest! ; The glories that compose thy name < Stand all engag'd to make me blest. j 2 Thou great and good, thou just and wise ,| Thou art my Father and my God ! '^ And I am thine, by sacred ties, I Thy child and servant, bought with blood. ] 3 With heart and eyes, and lifted hands, 1 For thee I long, for thee I look, J As travelers in thirsty lands ^ Pant for the cooling water-brook. 4 Ev'n life itself, without thy love, 4 No lasting pleasures can afford: \ Yea, 'twould a tiresome burden prove, ^ If I were banish'd from thee. Lord. 'i 5 I'll lift my hands, I'll raise my voice, > While I have breath to pray or praise, *; This work shall make my heart rejoice Throughout the remnant of my days. * CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 249 0*1 0 Love to Christ, present or absent. L. M. 1 (T^F' all the joys we mortals know, ^-^ Jesus, thy love exceeds the rest; Love, the best blessing here below, The highest rapture of the blest. 2 While we are held in thine embrace, There's not a thought attempts lo rove; Each smile that's seen upon thy face, Fixes, and charms, and fires our love. 3 When of thine absence we complain. And long, and weep, and humbly pray, There's a strange pleasure in the pain, — Those tears are sweet which mourn thy stay. 4 When round thy courts by day we rove, Or ask the watchmen of the night For some kind tidings from above, Thy very name creates delight. 5 Jesus, our God, descend and come; Our eyes would dwell upon thy face; 'Tis heav'n to see our Lord at home, And feel the presence of his grace. 391 Love of Jesus. P.M. 7.7.7.7. 1 T OVE divine, how sweet the sound! -fi-^ May the theme on earth abound: May the hearts of saints below With the sacred rapture glow. 2 Love amazing, large and free. Love unknown to think on me ! Let that love upon me shine, Savior, with its beams divine. 3 Better than earth's gilded toys, Or an age of carnal joys; Better far than Ophir's gold, Love that never can be told. 4 Better than this life of mine, Savior, is thy love divine : 350 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. Drop the veil, and let rae see I Rivers of this love in thee. j 5 While upon the earth I stay, i Love divine shall tune my lay; When I soar to bliss above, : Still I'll praise a Savior's love. 392 The Christian's choice. C. M i 1 npHOU art my portion, O my God ! | J- Soon as I know thy way, i My heart makes haste t' obey thy word, And suffers no delay, [ 2 I choose the path of heav'nly truth, 1 And glory in my choice; j Not all the'riches of the earth i Could make me so rejoice. i 3 The testimonies of thy grace " I set before mine eyes ; Thence I derive my daily strength, And there my comfort lies. * 4 Whene'er I wander from thy path, ' I think upon my ways; Then turn my feet to thy commands, And trust thy pard'ning grace. ij 5 Now I am thine, for ever thine: " O save thy servant, Lord ! ." Thou art my shield, my hiding-place; ■ My hope is in thy word. 6 Thou hast inclin'd this heart of mine Thy statutes to fulfil; And thus till mortal life shall end ) Would I perform thy will. 3 393 Habitual devotion. C. M. \ 1 TT/'HILE thee I seek, protecting pow'r! j VV Be my vain wishes still'd; .] And may this consecrated hour j With better hopes be fill'd. ' CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 251 2 Thy love the pow'rs of thought bestow'd ; To thee my thoughts would soar: Thy mercy o'er my hfe has flow'd; That mercy I adore. 3 In each event of life, how clear Thy ruling hand I see ! Each blessing to my soul more dear, Because bestow'd by thee. 4 In ev'ry joy that crowns my days, In ev'ry pain I bear, My heart shall find delight in praise, Or seek relief in prayer. 5 When gladness wings my favor 'd hour, Thy love my thoughts shall fill : Resign'd, wlien storms of sorrow low 'r, My soul shall meet thy will. 6 My lifted eye, without a tear, The low 'ring storm shall see; My steadfast heart shall know no fear : That heart will rest on thee ! 394: Confidence in God. L. M. 1 /^UR Father, thron'd above the sky, ^-^ To thee our empty hands we spread; Thy children at thy footstool lie, And ask thy blessings on their head. 2 With cheerful hope and filial fear. In that august and precious name By thee ordain'd, we now draw near. And would the promis'd blessing claim. 3 Does not an earthly parent hear The cravings of his faniish'd son.> Will he reject the filial prayer, Or give for bread the flinty stone ? 4 Our heav'nly Father, how much more Will thy divine compassions rise; And open thy unbounded store, To satisfy thy children's cries? 252 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. I 5 Yes, we will ask, and seek, and press For gracious audience at thy seat; ! Still hoping, waiting for success, '. If persevering to entreat. • 6 For Jesus in his faithful word The upright supplicant has bless 'd; 1 And all thy saints with one accord j The prevalence of prayer attest. ; 395 Hidings of GocVs face. L. M. ■ 1 TTAPPY the hours, the golden days, ; -H When I could call my Jesus mine, \ And sit, and view his smiling face, i Enjoying pleasures all divine. | 2 But now he's gone (O mighty woe !) ' Gone from my snul, and hides his love ! j I hate the sins that griev'd him so, i The sins that forc'd him to remove ! 5 3 Yet let my hope look through my tears, j And spy afar his glorious throne, ' His chariot through the cleaving spheres Shall bring the bright Beloved down. 4 Swift as a roe flies o'er the hflls. My soul springs out to meet him high : Then shall the conqu'ror turn his wheels i And climb the mansions of the sky. 396 Spiritical declension. C. M , 1 O WEET was the time when first I felt 1^ The Savior's pard'ning blood i Applied to cleanse my soul from guilt. And bring me home to God. ! 2 Soon as the morn the light reveal'd, i, His praises tun'd my tongue; And, when the ev'ning shades prevail 'd, His love was all my song. ^ 3 In vain the tempter spread his wiles, i The world no more could charm; 1 CHRISTIAN EXPERIEKCE. 253 I liv'd upon my Savior's smiles, And lean'd upon his arm. 4 In prayer, my soul drew near the Lord, And saw his glory shine; And, when I read his holy word, I call'd each promise mine.* 5 Now when the ev'ning shade prevails, My soul in darkness mourns; And ^v'hen the morn the light reveals, No light to me returns. 6 My prayers are now a chatt'ring noise, For Jesus hides his face ! I read — the promise meets my eyes. But will not reach my case. 7 Now Satan threatens to prevail. And make my soul his prey; Yet, Lord, ihy mercies cannot fail, O, come without delay I 397 Lovest thou me? P.M. 7.7.7.7. 1 9^1^18 a point I long to knew, A Oft it causes anxious thought Do I love the Lord, or no? Am I his, or am I not? 2 If I love, why am I thus? Why this dull, this lifeless frame ? Hardly, sure, can they he worse, Who have never heard iiis name ! 3 Could my heart so hard remain. Prayer a task and burden prove, Ev'ry trifle give me pain. If I knew a Savior's love ? 4 When I turn mine eyes within, All is dark, and vain, and wild: Fill'd with unbelief and sin, Can I deem myself a child ? 254 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 5 If I pray, or hear, or read, Sin is mix'd with all I do; You that love the Lord, indeed, Tell me, is it thus with you ? 6 Yet I mourn my stubborn will, Find my sin a grief and thrall; Should I grieve for what I feel If 1 did not love at all? 7 Could I joy his saints to meet, Choose the ways I once abhorr'd, Find, at times, the promise sweet, If I did not love the Lord ? 8 Lord, decide the doubtful case! Thou who art thy people's sun. Shine upon thy Avork of grace. If it be indeed begun. 9 Let me love thee more and more, If I love at all, I pray: If I have not lov'd before. Help me to begin to-day. 39 S Thi complaint under darkness. C. M 1 "OEJOICE in God, the word commands, -■-»' And fain would I obey; Yet still my spirit, ling'ring, stands, While doubts impede my way. 2 How can my soul exult for joy, Which feels this load of sin ? And how can praise my tongue employ, While darkness reigns within ?* 3 If falling tears and rising sighs In triumph share a part, Then, Lord, behold these streaming eyes. And search this bleeding heart! 4 My soul forgets to use her wings; My harp, neglected lies; CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 255 For sin has broken all its strings, And guilt shuts out my joys. 5 The power, the sweetness of thy voice, Alone my heart can move ; Make me in Christ my Lord rejoice, And melt my soul to love. 399 Cast doion, yet hoping. P.M. 8 7.8.7.4.7. 1 /^ MY soul, what means this sadness? ^-^ Wherefore art thou thus cast down ? Let thy griefs be turn'd to gladness, Bid thy restless fears be gone ; Look to Jesus, And rejoice in his dear name. 2 What though Satan's strong teuiptations Vex and grieve thee day by day r And thy sinful inclinations Often fill thee v/ith dismay? Thou shalt conquer. Through the Lamb's redeeming blood. 3 Though ten thousand ills beset thee, From without and from within, Jesus saith, he'll ne'er forget thee, But will save from hell and sin: He is faithful To perform his gracious word. 4 Though distresses now attend thee, And thou tread'st the thorny road. His right hand shall still defend thee ; Soon he'll bring thee home to God ! Therefore praise him — Praise the great Redeemer's name. 5 O that I could now adore him Like the heav'nly host above, Who for ever bow before lum, And unceasing, sing his love ! Happy songsters ! When shall I your chorus join? 256 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. j 400 Doubting Christian. C. M. 1 TTNCERTAIN how the way to find ^ Which to salvation led, i 1 listen'd long, with anxious mind, i To hear what others said. j 2 When some of joys and comforts told, i I fear'd that I was wrong; j For I was stupid, dead, and cold — | Had neither joy nor song i 3 Of fierce temptations, others talk'd, i Of anguish and dismay ; j Through what distresses they had walk'd, ; Before they found the way. i 4 Ah ! then I thought my hopes were vain, I For I had lived at ease; I wish'd for all my fears again. To make me more like these. ■ 5 I had my wish — the Lord disclos'd ' The evils of my heart; And left mv naked soul expos'd To Satan's fi'ry dart.* \ 6 Again my Savior brought me aid, \ And when he set me free, ' <« Trust simply on my word,'' he said, '■} '♦And leave the rest to me." '1 40 X Abhorrence of sin. L. M. 1 f\ COULD I find some peaceful bow'r, ' ^^ Where sin has neither place nor pow'r; i This traitor vile, I fain would shun, • But cannot from his presence run. i 2 When to the throne of grace I flee, i^ He stands between my God and me, ; Where'er I rove, where'er I rest, '. I feel him working in my breast. j 3 When I attempt to soar above, ' To view the heights of Jesus' love, ! CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 257 This monst<^r seems to mount the skies, And veils his glory from mine eyes. 4 Lord, free me from this deadly foe, Which keeps my faith and hope so low; I long to dwell in heaven, my home, Where not one sinful thought can come. 40^ Self-examination. L. M- 1 TT^'HAT strange perplexities arise ! » ' What anxious fears and jealousies! What crowds in doubtful light appear! How few, alas, appro v'd and clear! 2 And what am I ! — My soul, awake, And an impartial survey take, Does no dark sign, no ground of fear. In practice or in heart appear? 3 What image does my spirit bear? Is Jesus form'd and living there? Say, do his lineaments divine In thought, and word, and action shine? 4 Searcher of hearts, O search me still: The secrets of my soul reveal; My fears remove; let me appear To God and mine own conscience clear! 403 Ho}je encouraged. L. M. 1 TTTHY sinks my weak desponding mind ? ▼ » Why heaves my heart the anxious sigh ? Can sov'reign goodness be unkind? Am I not safe if God is nigh ? 2 'Tis he supports this fainting frame; On him alone my hopes recline: The wondrous glories of his name, How wide they spread ! how bright they shine! 3 Infinite wisdom! boundless pow'r! Unchanging faithfulness and love! Here let nie trust, while I adore, Nor from my refuge e'er remove. 258 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 4 My God, if thou art mine indeed, Then I have all my heart can crave; A present help in times of need; Still kind to liear, and strong to save. 5 Forgive my doubts, O gracious Lord! And ease the sorrows of my breast: Speak to my heart the healing word, That thou art mine — and I am blest. 404: Return of joy. L. M 1 TTTHEN darkness long has veil'd my mind, VV And smiling day once more appears, Then, my Redeemer ! then I find The folly of my doubts and fears. 2 I chide my unbelieving heart ; And blush that I should ever be Thus prone to act so base a part, Or harbor one hard thought of thee 1 3 O let me then at length be taught (What I am still so slow to learn) That God is love, and changes not, Nor knows the shadow of a turn. 4 Sweet truth, and easy to repeat! But when my faith is sharply tried, I find myself a learner yet, — Unskillful, weak, and apt to slide. 5 But, O, my Lord, one look from thee Subdues the disobedient will; Drives doubt and discontent away. And thy rebelUous child is still. 6 Thou art as ready to forgive, As I am ready to repine ; Thou, therefore, all the praise receive; Be shame, and self-abhorrence, mine. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 259 405 Will ye also go away 7 CM. 1 TTTHEN any turn from Zion's way, VV (As numbers often do,) Methinks I hear my Savior say, "Wilt thou forsalce me too r" 2 Ah, Lord ! with such a heart as mine, Unless thou hold me fast, My faith will fail, I shall decline, And prove like them at last. 3 'Tis thou alone hast power and grace To save a wretch like me; To whom, then, shall I turn my face If I depart from thee ? 4 Beyond a doubt, I rest assur'd, Thou art the Christ of God ; Who hath eternal life secur'd, By promise and by blood. 5 The help of men and angels join'd. Could never reach my case ! Nor can 1 hope relief to find But in thy boundless grace. 6 No voice but thine can give me rest. And bid my fears depart; No love but thine can make me blest. And satisfy my heart. 406 Apostasy. S. M. 1 "Y^E v/ho, in former days, JL Were found at Zion's gate; Who walk'd awhile in wisdom's ways And told your happy state; 2 But now to sin draw back. And love again to stray. The narrow path of life forsake. And choose the beaten way. 3 Think not your names above Are written Avitli the saints; 260 CHUISTIAN EXPERIENCE. The promise of eternal love Is his who never faints. 4 Your transient joy and peace Your deeper doom have seal'd, Unless you wake to righteousness, Ere judgment is reveal'd. 4:0*7 Backsliders exhorted. C. M. 1 "OACKSLIDERS, who your mis'ry feel, -1J Attend your Savior's call; Return, he'll your backslidings heal; O crown him Lord of all. 2 Though crimson sin increase your guilt, And painful is your thrall, For bi'oken hearts his blood was spilt; O crown him Lord of all. 3 Take with you words, approach his tlirone And low before him fall; He understands the Spirit's groan; O crown him Lord of all. 4 Whoever comes he'll not cast out, Although your faith be small: His faithfulness you cannot doubt; O crown him Lord of all. 40© Wandering thoughts. L. M. 1 T LOVE the Lord; but ah ! how far -■- iVIy thoughts from the dear object are; This wanton heart, how wide it roves! And fancy meets a thousand loves. 2 If my soul burn to see my God, I tread the courts of his abode; But troops of rivals throng the place. And tempt me oft before his face. 3 Would I enjoy my Lord alone, I bid my passions all begone, All but my love; and charge my will To bar the door and guard it still. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 261 4 But cares or trifles make or find Still new approaches to the mind; Till I with grief and wonder see Huge crowds betwixt the Lord and me. 5 This foolish heart can leave its God, And shadows tempt its thoughts abroad; How shall I fix this wand'ring mind? Or throw my fetters on the wind ? 6 Look gently down, almighty grace, Prison me round in thine embrace ; Pity the soul that would be thine, And let thy pow'r my love confine. 409 Complaining of inconstancy. L. M. 1 npHE wand'ring star, and fleeting wind -■- Both represent th' unstable mind: The morning cloud and early dew, Bring our inconstancy to view. 2 But cloud and wind, and dew and star, Faint and imperfect emblems are; Nor can there aught in nature be So fickle and so false as we. 3 Our outward walk, and inward frame, Scarce through a single hour the same; We vow, and straight our vows forget, And then these very vows repeat. 4 We sin forsake, to sin return ; Are hot, are cold, now freeze, now burn In deep distress, then raptures feel, We soar to heaven, then sink to hell. 5 With flowing tears. Lord, we confess Our folly and unstead fastness: When shall these hearts more fixed be, Fix'd by thy grace, and fix'd for thee? 262 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 4:X0 Spintual sloth deprecated, C. M. 1 IVTY drowsy powers, why sleep ye so? It J- Awake, my sluggish soul ! Nothing has half thyVork to do, Yet nothing's half so dull. 2 The little ants, for one poor grain, Lahor, and toil, and strive; Yet we who have a heav'n t' obtain, How negligent we live ! 3 We, for whose sake all nature stands, And stars their courses move; We, for whose guard the angel bands Come flying from above; 4 We, for whom God the Son came down. And labor'd for our good, How careless to secure that crown He purchas'd with his blood. 5 Lord, shall we lie so sluggish still! And never act our parts ? Come, holy Dove, from the heav'nly hill, Renew and warm our hearts. 6 Then shall our active spirits move. Upward our souls shall rise; With hands of faith and wings of love We'll fly and take the prize. 4-1 X^ The Christian warfare. L. M 1 OTAND up, my soul, shake off thy fears, J^ And gird the gospel armor on; March to the gates of endless joy. Where Jesus thy great Captain 's gone. 2 Hell and thy sins resist thy course; But hell and sin are vanquish 'd foes; Thy Savior nailed them to the cross. And sung the triumph when he rose. 3 Then let my soul march boldly on, — Press forward to the heav'nly gate; 1 rp] CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 263 There peace and joy eternal reign, And glitt'ring robes for conqu'rors wait. There shall I wear a starry crown, And triumph in almighty grace. While all the armies of the skies Join in my glorious Leader's praise. 412t JMermj implored. S. M. IHOU Lord of all above, , And all below the sky, Before thy feet I prostrate fall, And for thy mercy cry. 2 Forgive my follies past, The crimes which I have done; O bid a contrite sinner live, Through thine incarnate Son. 3 Guilt, like a heavy load. Upon my conscience lies; To thee 1 make my sorrows known, And lift my weeping eyes. 4 The burden which I feel. Thou only canst remove; Display, O Lord, thy pard'ning grace, And thine unbounded love. 5 One gracious look of thine Will ease my troubled breast; O let me know my sins forgiven, And I shall then be blest. 4:13 God reconciled through Christ. P.M. 7s 1 T^EPTH of mercy! can there be -L' Mercy still resorv'd for me ! Can my God his wrath forbear ? Me, the chief of sinners, spare? 2 I have long withstood his grace, Long provok'd liim to his face; Would not hearken to his calls; Griev'd him by a thousand falls. 18 264 CHRISTIAN EXPEUIENCE. '] 3 Kindled his relentings are, ' Me he now dehghts to spare, Cries, "How shall I give thee up?" | I^ets the lifted thunder drop. j 4 There for me the Savior stands, | Shows his wounds and spreads his hands: | God is love ! I know, I feel ! i Jesus weeps, and loves me still! j 5 Jesus, answer from above, ! Is not all thy nature love ? | Wilt thou not the wrong forget? ] Lo, I fall before thy feet ? ; 6 Now incline me to repent! i Let me now my fall lament ! ; Now my foul revolt deplore ! ' Weep, believe, and sin no more. j 414 Pardon. CM. | 'OW oft, alas ! this wretched heart ] Has wander'd from the Lord ! ; How oft my roving thoughts depart, , Forgetful of his word. i 2 Yet sov'reign mercy calls, "Return:" Dear Lord, and may I come? My vile ingratitude I mourn; j O take the wand'rer home. ; 3 And canst thou, wilt thou yet forgive. And bid my crimes remove ? And shall a pardon'd rebel live .; To speak thy wondrous love ? 4 Almighty grace, thy healing pow'r How glorious, how divine ! That can to bliss and life restore So vile a heart as mine. 5 Thy pard'ning love, so free, so sweet, Dear Savior, I adore; O keep me at thy sacred feet, And let me rove no more. H' CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 265 415t The Christian soldier. S. M. 1 ^OLDIERS of Christ, arise, k^ And gird your armor on, Strong in the strength which God supplies Through his eternal Son. 2 Strong in the Lord of hosts, And in his mighty power, The man who in the Savior trusts Is more than conqueror. 3 Stand, then, in his g-reat might, With all his strength endued. And take, to arm you for the fight, The panoply of God; — 4 That, having all things done, And all your conflicts past, You may o'ercome through Christ alone, And stand complete at last. 5 From strength to strength go on; Wrestle, and fight, and pray; Tread all the powers of darkness down, And win the well-fought day. 6 Still let the Spirit cry, In all his soldiers, "Come," Till Christ the Lord descends from high. And takes the conqu'rors home. 416 Walking ivith God. CM. 1 r\ FOR a closer walk with God, v^ A calm and heavenly frame; A light to shine upon the road That leads i»e to the Lamb ! 2 Where is the blessedness I knew When first I saw the Lord? Where is the soul-refreshing view Of Jesus and his word ? 3 What peaceful hours I once enjoy 'd! How sweet their memory still ! 266 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. But they have left an aching void ,•! The world can never fill. li 4 Return, O holy Dove, return I Sweet messenger of rest; I hate the sins that made thee mourn, And drove thee from my breast: 5 The dearest idol I have known, I Whate'er that idol be, { Help me to tear it from thy throne, \ And worship only thee. j 6 So shall my walk be close with God, Calm and serene my frame; So purer light shall mark the road ,! That leads me to the Lamb. I- 41*7' Prayer for anew heart. CM ^ 1 TT^EAR Jesus, let thy pitying eye > -L/' Call back a wand'ring sheep; I False to my vows, like Peter, I « Would fain, like Peter, weep. j 2 Now let me be by grace restor'd, ^ To me be mercy shown; '• O turn and look upon me. Lord, And break my heart of stone. 1; 3 Almighty Prince, enthron'd above, ] Repentance to impart, ) Grant, through the greatness of thy love J The humble, contrite heart. j 4 Give, what I should have long implor'd, • A taste of love unknov«»n; O turn and look upon me, Lord, j And break my heart of stone. S 5 Behold me, Savior, from above, \ Nor suffer me to die; ; For life, and happiness, and love, ; Smile in thy gracious eye. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 26T 6 Speak but the reconciling word; Let mercy melt me dov.n: 0 turn and look upon me, Lord, And break my heart of stone. 418 Mourning under darkness. C. M. 1 f\ THAT I were as heretofore, V^ When warm in my first love; 1 only liv'd my God t' adore, And seek the things above ! 2 Upon his head his candle shone, And, lavish of his grace, Wiih cords of love he drew me on, And half unveil 'd his face. 3 Far, far above all earthly things Triumphantly I rode; I soar'd to heaven on eagles' wings. And found and talk'd with God. 4 Where am I now, from what a height Of happiness cast down ! The glory swallow'd up hi night, And faded is the crown. 5 O God, tliou art my home, my rest, For which I sigh in pain ! How shall I 'scape into thy breast, My Eden, how regain? 4: 10 Perseverance desired. L. M. 1 TESUS, my Savior and my God, «^ Thou hast redeem 'd me with thy blood; By ties, both natural and divine, I am, and ever will be thine. 2 But ah ! should this inconstant heart, Ere I'm aware, from thee depart. What dire reproach would fall on me For such ingratitude to thee ! 268 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. ] 3 The thought I dread, the crime 1 hate; The guilt, the shame, 1 deprecate: ; And yet so mighty are my foes, I dare not trust my warmest vows. I 4 Pity my frailty, dearest Lord ! > Grace in the needful hour afford: ; 0 steel this tim'rous heart of mine With fortitude and love divine. ! 5 So shall I triumph o'er my fears, And gather joys from all my tears; 1 So shall I to the world proclaim ' The honors of the Christian name. . ■ 4:20 The soul thirsting for God. L. M i 1 T THIRST, but not as once I did, -5- The vain delights of earth to share: Thy wounds, Immanuel, all forbid ■'■ That I should seek my pleasure there. 2 It was the sight of thy dear cross , First wean'd my soul from earthly things, j And taught me to esteem as dross I The mirth of fools and pomp of kings, '\ 3 I want that grace that springs from thee. That quickens all things vvhere it flows, ■■ And makes a wretched thorn like me • Bloom as the myrtle or the rose.* '.; 4 For sure, of all the plants that share The notice of thy Father's eye, i None proves less grateful to his care, j Or yields him meaner fruit than I. j 421 Hatred of sin. L. M 1 npHRICE holy Lord! I love thy truth, J -»- Nor dare thy least commandment slight; ; Yet pierc'd by sin, the serpent's tooth, I 1 mourn the anguish of the bite. i 2 But though the poison lurks within, 1 Hope bids me still with patience wait | CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 269 Till death shall set me free from sin, Free from the only thing I hate. 3 Had I a throne above the rest, Where angels and archangels dwell, One sin imslain within my breast Would make that heav'n as dark as hell. 4 The pris'ner, sent to breathe fresh air, And bless'd with liberty again. Would mourn were he condemn'd to wear One link of all his former chain. 5 But oh ! no foe invades the bliss, When glory crowns the Christian's head; One view of Jesus, as he is, Will strike all sin for ever dead. 4:33 Communion with God desired. L. M. 1 4 S pants the hart for cooling springs, -^ So longs my soul, O King of kings, Thy face in near approach to see, So thirsts, great Source of life, for thee. 2 With ardent zeal, with strong desires, To thee, to thee my soul aspires; W^hen shall I reach thy blest abode .' When meet the presence of my God .' 3 God of my strength, attend my cry, Say why, my great Preserver, why Excluded from thy sight I go, And bend beneath a weight of woe ? 4 Why thus, my soul, w^ith care opprest? And whence the woes that fill my breast? In all thy cares, in all thy woes, On God thy steadfast hope repose. 5 To Him my thanks shall still be paid, My sure defence, my constant aid; His name my zeal shall ever raise, And dictate to my lips his praise. 270 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 4:2S Breathing after holiness. P. M. 8.7.8.7.8.7.8.7 \ 1 T OVE divine, all love excelling, : -*-^ Joy of heav'n to earth come do'wn ! ! Fix in us thy humble dwelling, ' All thy faithful mercies crown; Jesus ! thou art all compassion. Pure unbounded love thou art ; Visit us with thy salvation. Enter ev'ry trembling heart ! \ 2 Breathe, O breathe thy lovely spirit j Into ev'ry troubled breast! ] Let us all in thee inherit, : Let us find thy promis'd rest; ] Take away the love of sinning, : Omega and Alpha be, ' End of faith, as its beginning, j Set our hearts at liberty. i 3 Come ! almighty to deliver, \ Let us all thy life receive ! * Suddenly return, and never, 1 Never more thy temples leave ! I Thee we Avould be always blessing, j Serve thee as thy hosts above ; 3 Pray, and praise thee without ceasing, ? Glory in thy precious love. 1 4 Finish then thy new creation, « Pure, unspotted may we be; J Let us see thy great salvation i Perfectly rcstor'd by thee ! -^ Change from glory into glory, i Till in heav 'n we take our place, & Till we cast our crowns before thee, a Lost in wonder, love, and praise ! "5 4:24: Deliverance from sin desired. L. M. | 1 /^ THAT my load of sin were gone, i v-^ O that I could at last submit \ At Jesus' feet to lay it down ! ■ To lay my soul at Jesus' feet! ^ CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 271 2 Rest for ray soul I long to find: Savior, if mine indeed thou art, Give me thy meek and lowly mind. And stamp thine image on my heart. 3 Break off the yoke of inbred sin, And fully set my spirit free; I cannot rest till pure within, Till I am wholly lost m thee. 4 Fain would I learn of thee, my God, Thy light and easy burden prove, The cross, all stain'd with liallow'd blood, The labor of thy dying love, 5 I would ; but thou must give the pow'r; My heart from every sin release ; Bring near, bring near the joyful hour. And fill me with thy perfect peace. 6 Come, Lord, the drooping sinner cheer, Nor let thy chariot wheels delay; Appear in my poor heart, appear; My God, my Savior, come away! 4:25l Protection from spiritual enemies. CM. 1 A RISE, my soul, my joyful powers, -^^ And triumph in my God; Awake, my voice, and loud proclaim His glorious grace abroad. 2 The amis of everlasting love Beneath my soul he plac'd. And on the Rock of ages set My slipp'ry footsteps fast. 3 The city of my blest abode Is wall'd around with grace; Salvation for a bulwark stands To shield the sacred place. 4 Arise, my soul; awake, my voice, And tunes of pleasure sing; Loud hallelujahs shall address My Savior and my King. 272 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 430 Pray 67' for spiritual mindedness. L. M 1 IVTY God ! permit rae not to be -^'J- A stranger to myself and thee; Amidst a thousand thoughts I rove, Forgetful of my highest love. 2 Why should my passions mix vi'ith earth, And thus debase my heav'nly birth ? Why should I cleave to things below, And let my God, my Father, go? 3 Call me away from flesh and sense; Thy gracious word can draw me thence; I would obey the voice divine, And all inferior joys resign. 4 Be earth, with all her cares, withdrawn; Let noise and vanity be gone; In secret silence of the mind. My heav'n, and there my God, I find. 42T Retirement and meditation. L. M. 1 TIETUIIN, my roving heart, return, -TV And chase these shadowy forms no more; Seek out some solitude to mourn, And thy forsaken God implore. 2 Wisdom and pleasure dwell at home: Retir'd and silent, seek them there; This is the way to overcome, The way to break the tempter's snare. 3 And thou, my God, whose piercing eye Distinct surveys each deep recess. In these secluded hours, draw nigh, And with thy presence fill the place. 4 Through all the mazes of my heart. My search let heav'nly wisdom guide; And still its radiant beams impart, Till all be search'd and purified. 5 Then with the visits of thy love Vouchsafe my inmost soul to cheer; Till ev'ry grace shall join to prove That God has fix'd his dwelling there. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 273 The blessedness of God's children. S. M. MY Father ! cheering name ! O may I call thee mine ! Give me with humble hope to claim A portion so divine. This can my fears control, And bid my sorrows fly: What real harm can reach my soul Beneath my Father's eye.' Whate'er thy will denies, I calmly would resign; For thou art just, and good and wise: O bend my will to thine ! Whate'er thy will ordains, 0 give me strength to bear; Still let me know a Father reigns, And trust a Father's care. If anguish rend this frame. And life almost depart, Is not thy mercy still the same. To cheer my drooping heart ? Thy ways are little known To my weak, erring sight; Yet shall my soul, believing, own That all thy ways are right. My Father ! blissful name ! Beyond expression dear: If thou admit my humble claim, 1 bid adieu to fear. Resignation. P. M. SOV'REIGN ruler of the skies, Ever gracious, ever wise ! All my times are in thy hand, All events at thy command. 2 Thou didst form me by thy pow'r; Thou wilt guide me, hour by hour : S74 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. All my times shall ever be Ordered by thy wise decree: — 3 Times of sickness, times of health; Times of penury and wealth; Times of trial and of grief; Times of triumph and relief. 4 O thou gracious, wise and just! Unto thee my life I trust : Have I somewhat dearer still ? I resign it to thy will. 5 May I always own thy hand; Still to thee submissive stand; Know that thou art God alone; I and mine are all thine own. 430 Humility. L. M. 1 "TX7HEREF0RE should man ,frail child of clay, W Who, from the cradle to the shroud, Lives but the insect of a day, — O why should mortal man be proud ? 2 His brightest visions just appear, Then vanish, and no more are found: The stateliest pile his pride can rear, A breath may level with the ground. 3 By doubts perplex 'd, in error lost, With trembling step he seeks his way: How vain of wisdom's gift the boast ! Of reason's lamp liow faint the ray ! 4 Follies and crimes, a countless sum, Are crowded in life's little span: How ill, alas, does pride become That erring, guilty creature, man ! 5 God of my life ! Father divine ! Give me a meek and lowly mind: In modest worth O let me shine. And peace in humble virtue find. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 275 431 Fi-uits of love. CM. 1 T ET Pharisees of high esteem J-^ Their faith and zeal declare; All their religion is a dream, If love be wanting there. 2 Love suffers long with patient eye, Nor is provok'd in haste; She lets the present inj'ry die, And soon forgets the past. 3 Malice and rage, those fires of hell, She quenches with her tongue; Hopes and beheves, and thinks no ill, Though she endures the wrong. 4 She ne''er desires nor seeks to know The scandals of the time; Nor looks with pride on those below, Nor envies those that climb. 5 She lays her own advantage by, To seek her neighbor's good; So God's own Son came down to die, And save us by his blood. 6 Love is the grace that keeps her pow'r In all the realms above; There faith and hope are known no more. But saints for ever love. 4:3^ Love to the brethren. S. M. 1 T3LEST be the tie that binds Jj Our hearts in Christian love ! The fellowship of kindred minds Is like to that above. 2 Before our Father's throne We pour our ardent prayers: Our fears, our hopes, our aims are one, Our comforts and our cares. 3 We share our mutual woes. Our mutual burdens bear; m 276 CHRISTIAN* EXPERIENCE. And often for each other flows The sympathizing tear. 4 When we asunder part, It gives us inward pain: But we shall still be join'd in heart, And hope to meet again. 5 From sorrow, toil, and pain, And sin, v.'e shall be free; And perfect love and friendship reign Through all eternity. 433 The same. L. M "OW blest the sacred tie that binds, [n union sweet, according minds ! How swift the heav'nly course they run. Whose heartSjWhose faith,Avhose hopes are one. 2 To each, the soul of each how dear! What watchful love, what holy fear ! How doth the gen'rous flame within Refine from earth and cleanse from sin ! 3 Their streaming eyes together flow For human guilt and mortal woe; Their ardent prayers together rise, Like mingling flames in sacrifice. 4 Together both they seek the place Where God reveals his awful face; How high, how strong their raptures swell, There's none but kindred souls can tell. 5 Nor shall the glowing flame expire 'Midst nature's drooping, sick'ning fire: Soon shall they meet in realms above, A heav'n of joy, because of love. 4:34 Brotherly love. S. M. 1 T O, what a pleasing sight -L^ Are brethren that agree ! How blest are all whose hearts unite In bonds of piety ! CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 5j77 2 From those celestial springs, Such streams of comfort flow, As no increase of riches brings, Nor honors can bestow. 3 All in their stations move, And each performs his part, In all the cares of life and love. With sympathizing heart. 4 Form'd for the purest joys, By one desire possest, One aim the zeal of all employs. To make each other blest. 5 No bliss can equal theirs, Where such affections meet; While praise devout, and mingled pray'rs Make their communion sweet. 6 'Tis the same pleasure fills The breast in worlds above. Where joy, like moming-dew, distils, And all the air is love. 4:33 Submission. C. M. 1 "pvEAR Lord, my best desires fulfil, -L' And help me to resign Life, health and comfort, to thy will, And make thy pleasure mine. 2 Why should I shrink at tliy command, Whose love forbids my fears ? Or tremble at the gracious hand That wipes away my tears ? 3 No — let me rather freely yield What most I prize, to thee, Wko never hast a good withheld, Nor wilt withhold from me. 4 Thy favor, all my journey through, Thou art engag'd to grant: What else 1 want, or think I do, 'Tis better still to want. 278 CHRISTIAN r:XPERIE:sCE. 5 Wisdom and mercy guide my way: Shall I resist them both ? A poor blind creature of a day, And crush'd before the moth ! 6 But ah ! my inmost spirit cries, Still bind me to thy sway; Else the next cloud that veils my skies Drives all these thoughts away. 4:30 Love the chief of graces. L. M. 1 TTAD I the tongues of Greeks and Jews, -0- And nobler speech than angels use, If love be absent, I am found, Like tinkling brass, an empty sound. 2 Were I inspir'd to preach and tell All that is done in heav'n and hell, Or could my faith the world remove, Still I am nothing without love. 3 Should I distribute all my store To feed the hungry, clothe the poor; Or give ray body to the flame, To gain a martyr's glorious name: 4 If love to (lod and love to men Be absent, all my hopes are vain; Nor tongues, nor gifts, nor fiery zeal Tlie work of love can e'er fulfil. 43 i Prayer for divine guidance. C. M. 1 r\ GOD of Jacob, by whose hand ^^ Thy people still are fed; Who, through this weary pilgrimage, Hast all our fathers led! 2 To thee our humble vows we raise^ To thee address our prayer; And in thy kind and faithful breast Deposit all our care. 3 Through each perplexing path of life Our wand'ring footsteps guide, CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 279 Give us each day our daily bread, And raiment fit provide. 4 O spread tiiy cov'ring wings around, Till all our wand'rings cease, And at our father's lov'd abode Our souls arrive in peace ! 5 To thee, as to our cov'nant God, We'll our whole selves resign; And thankful own that all we are, And all we have, is thine. 43© The importance and influence of love. C. M. 1 TTAPPY the heart where graces reign, -n. Where love inspires the breast: Love is the brightest of the train, And strengthens all the rest. 2 Knowledge, alas ! 'tis all in vain, And all in vain our fear: Our stubborn sins will fight and reign, If love be absent there. 3 'Tis love that makes our cheerful feet In swift obedience move: The devils know, and tremble too; But devils do not love. 4 This is the grace that lives and sings When faith and hope shall cease; 'Tis this shall strike our joyful strings In the sweet realms of bliss. 439 Watchfuhiess. S. M. 1 "VTE servants of the Lord, -*- Each in his office wait, Observant of his heav'nly word, And watchful at his gat^ 2 Let all your lamps be bright, And trim the golden flame; Gird up your loins, as in his sight, For awful is his name. 1^ 5iOU CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 3 Watch! 'tis your Lord's command, And while we speak, he's near; Mark the first signal of his hand, And ready all appear. 4 O happy servant he In such a posture found ! He shall his Lord with rapture see. And be with honor crown'd. 440 IVresUing ^vith God. P. M. 7.7.7.7. 1 T ORD, I cannot let thee go -^ Till a blessing thou bestow; Do not turn away tliy face, Mine's an urgent, pressing case. 2 Dost thou ask me who I am ? Ah ! my Lord, thou know'st my name ! Yet the question gives a plea To support my suit with thee! 3 Thou didst once a wretch behold, In rebellion, blindly bold, Scorn thy grace, thy pow'r defy — That poor rebel. Lord, was I. 4 Once a sinner, near despair, Sought thy mercy-seat by prayer ; Mercy heard and set him free, — Lord, that mercy came to me. 5 Many days have pass'd since then, Many changes I have seen; Yet have been upheld till now; Who could hold me up but thou ? 6 Thou hast help'd m ev'ry need — This emboldens me to plead ; After so much mercy past, Canst thou let me sink at last ? m 7 No — I must maintain my hold — 'Tis thy goodness makes me bold; I can no denial take When I plead for Jesus' sake. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 281 441 Consecration to God. P.M. 7.7.7.7.7.7. 1 "pATHER, Son, and Holy Ghost, J- One in Three, and Three in One, As by tlie celestial host. Let thy will on earth be done: Praise by all to thee be giv 'n, Glorious Lord of earth and heav'n. 2 If so poor a worm as I May to thy great glory live. All my actions sanctify, All my words and thoughts receive; Claim me, for thy service claim, All I have and all I am. 3 Take my soul and body's pow'rs ! Take my mem'ry, mind and will, All my goods and all my hours. All I know and all 1 feel ; All I think, or speak, or do; Take my heart — but make it new ! 4 Now, O God, thine own I am; Now I give thee back thine own ; Freedom, friends, and health and fame, Consecrate to thee alone; Thine I live, thrice happy I; Happier still if thine I die.* 442 '^ot ashamed of Christ. L. M. 1 TESUS! and shall it ever be, «i A mortal man asham'd of thee ! Asham'd of thee, whom angels praise. Whose glories shine through endless days ! 2 Asham'd of Jesus ! sooner far Let ev'ning blush to own a star; He sheds the beams of light divine O'er this benighted soul of mine. 3 Asham'd of Jesus! just as soon Let midnight be asham'd of noon: 282 CHRISTIAN- EXPERIENCE. 'Tis midnight with my soul, till he, Bright Morning Star ! bid darkness flee. 4 Asham'd of Jesus ! that dear friend On whom my hopes of heav'n depend ! No; when I blush — be this my shame, That I no more revere his name. 5 Asham'd of Jesus ! yes, I may When I've no guilt to wash away, No tear to wipe, no good to crave, No fears to quell, no soul to save. 6 Till then— nor is my boasting vain — Till then I boast a Savior slain! And, oh, may this my glory be, That Christ is not asham'd of me ! 443 World renounced. P.M. 8.8.6.8.8.6. 1 ^T^ELL me no more of earthly toys, -*- Of sinful mirth and carnal joys, (The things I lov'd before:) Let me but view my Savior's face. And feel his animating grace, And I desire no more. 2 Tell me no more of praise and wealth, Of careless ease and blooming health. For they have all their snares; Let me but know my sins forgiv'n. And see my name enroll 'd in heav'n, And I am free from cares. 3 Tell me no more of lofty tow'rs, Delightful gardens, fragrant bow'rs, For these are trifling things; The little room for me design 'd. Will suit as well my easy mind, As palaces of kings. 4 Tell me no more of crowding guests, Of gaudy dress, and sumptuous feasts, Extravagance and waste: CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 283 My little table, only spread With wholesome herbs and wholesome bread, Will better suit my taste. 5 Give me a Bible in my hand, A heart to read and understand This sure, unerring word; I'd urge no company to stay. But sit alone from day to day, Conversing with the Lord. 4:44: Welcoming the cross. P. M. 7s. 1 ?^T^IS my happiness below, ■*- Not to live without the cross; But the Savior's power to know, Sanctifying ev'ry loss : Trials must and will befall; But — witii humble faith to see Love mscrib'd upon them all — This is happiness to me. 2 God, in Isr'el, sows the seeds Of affliction, pain, and toil: These spring up. and choke the weeds Whicii would else o'erspread the soil. Trials make the promise sweet; Trials give new life to prayer; Trials bring- me to his feet, — Lay me low and keep me there.* 4:4:0 Prayer ansxcered by crosses. L. M. 1 T ASK'D the Lord that I might grow A In faith, and love, and ev'ry grace, Might more of his salvation know. And seek more earnestly his fiice. 2 'Twas he who taught me thus to pray. And he, I trust, has answer 'd prayer: But it has been in such a way As almost drove me to despair. 3 I hop'd that in some favor'd hour At once he'd answer my request, 284 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. ; And by his love's constraining pow'r ^ Subdue my sins and give me rest. 4 Instead of this he made me feel : The hidden evils of my heart, ] And let the angry pow'rs of hell j Assault my soul in ev'ry part. 5 Yea, more, with his own hand he seem'd '• Intent to aggravate my woe, * Cross 'd all the fair designs I schem'd, j Blasted my gourds and laid me low. j 6 "Lord, why is this?" I trembling cried, | "Wilt thou pursue thy worm to death.?" i "'Tis-in this way," the Lord replied, j *'I answer prayer for grace and faith ! 7 "These inward trials I employ, j From self and pride to set thee free, j And break thy schemes of earthly joy, I That thou may'st seek thine all in me." i 440 Christian holiness. L. M. \ 1 ^O let our lips and lives express j ^ The holy gospel we profess; | So let our works and virtues shine, To prove the doctrine all divine ! 2 Thus shall we best proclaim abroad ! The honors of our Savior God, •; When the salvation reigns within, • And grace subd ues the pow 'r of sin. ^ 3 Our flesh and sense must be denied, Passion and envy, lust and pride; j While justice, temperance, truth and love Our inward piety approve. ; 4 Religion bears our spirits up. Whilst we expect that blessed hope, The bright appearance of the Lord, And faith stands leaning on his word. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 285 44 • The Christian pilgrimage. L. M. 1 "VITE'VE no abiding city here," » ' This may distress the worldly miad; But should not cost a saint a tear, Who hopes a better rest to find. 2 "We've no abiding city here," Sad truth, were this to be our home; But let this thought our spirits cheer, "We seek a city yet to come." 3 "We've no abiding city here,'' Then let us live as pilgrims do; Let not the world our rest appear, But let us haste from all below. 4 "We've no abiding city here," We seek a city out of sight, Zion its name, — the Lord is there, — It shines with everlasting light. 5 O sweet abode of peace and love. Where pilgrims freed from toil are blest! Had I the pinions of the dove, I'd flee to thee, and be at rest. 6 But hush, my soul, nor dare repine ! The time my God appoints is best» While here, to do his will be mine; And his to fix my time of rest. 448 Longing for our heavenly home. L. M. 1 r\ ZION, when I think of thee, V^ I wish for pinions like a dove, And mourn to think that I should be So distant from the place I love. 2 An exile here, and far from home. For Zion's sacred walls I sigh; Thither the ransom'd nations come. And see the Savior eye to eye. 3 While here I walk on hostile ground, The few that I can call my friends, 286 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. j Are like myself, with fetters bound, And weaiiness our steps attends. I 4 But yet we shall behold the day I When Zion's children shall return, Our sorrows then shall flee away, And we shall never, never mourn. ■ 5 The hope that such a day will come I Makes e'en the exile's portion sweet; Thou2;h now we wander far from home, In Zion soon we all shall meet. I 4:49 Following Christ. L. M. 1 TESUS, my all, to heav'n is gone, ^ He whom I fix my hopes upon; His track I see — and I'll pursue i The narrow way, till him I view; — ; 2 The way the holy prophets went, The road that leads from banishment; The King's highway of holiness — I'll go; for all his paths are peace. 3 This is the way I long have sought, ] And mourn 'd because I found it not; j My grief and burthen long has been, | That I was not releas'd from sin. I 4 The more I strove against its pow'r, . I sinn'd and stumbled but the more; Till late I heard my Savior say, J *'Come hither, soul; I am the way." : 5 Lo, glad I come, and thou, dear Lamb, i Shalt take me to thee as I am: j Nothing but sin I thee can give, j Nothing but love do I receive. 6 Then will I tell to sinners round, J What a dear Savior I have found; ] I'll point to thy redeeming blood, i And say, "Behold the way to God." CHRISTIAV EXPERIENCE. 287 430 The narrow icay. L. M. 1 "IT/'HAT thousands never knew tiie road I V T What thousands hate it when 'tis known ! None but the upright and sincere Will seek or choose it for their own. 2 A thousand ways in ruin end, One only leads to joys on high; By that my willing steps ascend, Pleas'd with a journey to the sky. 3 No more I ask, or hope to find Delight or happiness below; Sorrow may well possess the mind That feeds where thorns and thistles grow. 4 The joy that fades is not for me, I seek immortal joys above ; There glory, without end, shall be The bright reward of faith and love.* 451 Seeking abetter country. P. M. 8.8.6.8.8.6 1 TTOW happy is the pilgrim's lot, -tl How free from ev'ry anxious thought, From worldly hope and fear ! Confin'd to neither court nor cell, His soul disdains on earth to dwell, He only sojourns here. 2 Though I no foot of land possess, Nor cottage in this wilderness, A poor way-faring man: I lodge awhile in tents below, Or gladly wander to and fro Till I my Canaan gain. 3 Nothing on earth I call my own; A stranger to the world unknown, I aU their goods despise : I trample on their whole delight, And seek a city out of sight — A city in the skies. 288 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. ,j 4 There is my house and portion fair, i M .■ treasure and my heart are there, i And my abiding home; ! For me my elder brethren stay, And angels beckon me away, ] And Jesus bids me come ! 5 I come, thy servant, Lord, replies, ; I come, to meet thee in the skies, j And claim my heav'nly rest ! ] Now let the pilgrim's journey end; ^ Now, O my Savior, brother, friend, j Receive me to thy breast ! 4:5/^ Grateful recollections on the journey of life. P.M 1 /^OME, tliou fount of ev'ry blessing, ^-^ Tune my heart to sing thy grace ; • Streams of mercy, never ceasing, j Call for songs of loudest praise: 4 Teach me some melodious measure, : Sung by flaming tongues above; '. Fill my soul with sacred pleasure, While I sing redeeming love. 2 Here I raise mine Ebenezer, Hither by thy help I've come. And I hope, by thy good pleasure, ', Safely to arrive at home: ■ Jesus sought me when a stranger, i Wand 'ring from the fold of God; i He, to save my soul from danger, j Interpos'd his precious blood. 3 O ! to grace how great a debtor Daily I'm constrain 'd to be ! Let that grace, Lord, like a fetter, Bind my wand'ring heart to thee! ' Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it; Prone to leave the God I love — Here's my heart. Lord, take and seal it, Seal it from thv courts above. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 289 4:03 Rejoicing in hope. P. M. 7.7.7.7. 1 pHILDREX of the heav'nly King, ^ As ye journey, sweetly sing; Sing your Savior's worthy praise, Glorious in his Avorks and ways. 2 Ye are traveling home to God, In the way the fathers trod; They are happy now, and ye Soon their happiness shall see. 3 O, ye banish'd seed, be glad ! Christ our advocate is made ; Us to save, our flesh assumes — Brother to our souls becomes. 4 Shout, ye little flock, and blest; You on Jesus' throne shall rest: There your seat is now prepar'd — There your kingdom and reward.* 5 Lord, submissive make us go, Gladly leaving all below; Only thou our leader be, And we still will follow thee. 454: Following Christ. C. M. 1 /^"^UR country is Immanuel's ground, ^^ We seek that promis'd soil: The songs of Zion cheer our hearts, While strangers here we toil. 2 Oft do our eyes with joy o'eiflow, And oft are hath'd in tears ; Yet naught but lieav'n our hopes can raise, And naught but sin our fears. 3 The flow'rs, tliat spring along the road, We scarcely stoop to pluck ; We walk o'er beds of shining ore, Nor waste one anxious look. 4 We tread the path our Master trod ; We bear the cross he bore : 290 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. And ev'ry thorn, that wounds our feet, His temples piercM before. 5 Our pow'rs are oft dissolv'd away In ecstasies of love; And, while our bodies wander here, Our souls are fix'd above.* 455 Christ a guide through death to glory. P. M. 1 r^UIDE me, O thou great Jehovah! ^-^ Pilgrim through this barren land; I am weak, but thou art mighty, Hold me with thy powerful hand : Bread of heaven, Feed me till I want no more. 2 Open thou the crystal fountain, Whence the healing streams do flow, Let the fiery, cloudy pillar Lead me all my journey through : strong Deliv'rer, Be thou still my strength and shield. 3 When I tread the verge of Jordan, Bid my anxious fears subside; Death of death, and hell's destruction. Land me safe on Canaan's side : Songs of praises I will ever give to thee. 4o0 The Christian pilgrim^ s evening ode. P.M. 1 ^T^HE sun is fast descending J- His circuit from on high; The shades of eve are blending With yonder distant sky; Soon will the landscape vanish, And sable darkness banish These scenes from mortal eye. 2 Thus too our days are ending, The race will soon be run, Our sun is fast descending ; Our work is almost done. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 291 Soon will our Master greet us, And heav'nly legions meet us To waft us to our home. 3 Then, pilgrims! come, delay not On this unfriendly ground, And in the desert say not That you have Canaan found. The fiery pillar leads us, The promis'd manna feeds us, But barren is the ground. 4 Come, tune the harp to gladness, A song of Zion sing; Away with thoughts of sadness, We'll praise our heav'nly King. Our trials and our crosses, Our sufF'rings and our losses But keep us near to him. 5 But, Zion ! when we raise thee A song in distant lands, The harp that fain would praise thee Falls tuneless from our hands: Our hearts, distress 'd and lonely, Can leap for gladness only In thy dear happy land. 45T The Christian voyage. L. M. 1 rpHE Christian navigates a sea J- Where various forms of death appear ; Nor skill, alas ! nor power has he, Aright his dangVous course to steer. 2 Sometimes there lies a treach'rous rock Beneath the surface of the wave ! He strikes, but yet survives the shock, For Jesus is at hand to save. 3 But hark, the midnight tempest roars! He seems forsaken and alone ; But Jesus, whom he then implores, Unseen, preserves and leads him on. 293 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 4 On the smooth sufface of the deep Without a fear he sometimes lies; The danger then is lest he sleep, And ruin seize him by surprise. 5 His destin'd land he sometimes sees, And thinks his toils will soon be o'er; Expects some favorable breeze Will waft him quickly to the shore. 6 But sudden clouds obstruct his view, And he enjoys the sight no more; Nor does he now believe it true That he had even seen the shore. 7 Though fear his heart should overwhelm, He'll reach the port for which he's bound; For Jesus holds and guides the helm, And safety is where he is found. 4:58 Afflictions and death under Providence. C. M. I "VfOT from the dust affliction grows, -^^ Xor troubles rise by chance; Yet we are born to care and woes, A sad inheritance. 2' As sparks break out from burning coals,* And still are upwards borne. So grief is rooted in our souls, And man grows up to mourn. 3 Yet with my God I leave my cause, And trust his promis'd grace; He rules me by his well-known laws Of love and righteousness. 4 Not all the pains that e'er I bore Shall spoil my future peace; For death and hell can do no more Than what my Father please. 4:59 Sanctijied affliction. L. M. 1 T^ATHER ! I bless thy gentle hand; -T How kind was thy chastising rod, That forc'd my conscience to a stand, And brought my wandering soul to God. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 293 2 Foolish and vain I went astray, Before I felt thy scourging, Lord ! I left my guide and lost my way; But now I love and keep thy word. 3 'Tis good for me to wear the yoke, For pride is apt to rise and swell; 'Tis good to bear my Father's stroke, That 1 may learn his statutes well. 4 The law that issues from thy mouth. Shall raise my cheerful passions more Than all the treasure of the south. Or western hills of golden ore. 5 Thy hands have made my mortal frame, Thy spirit form 'd my soul within: Teach me to knovr thy wondrous name, And guard me safe from deatli and sin. 6 Then all that love and fear the Lord, At my salvation shall rejoice; For I have trusted in thy word, And made thy grace my only choice. 460 Soicing in tears. L. M. 1 rpHE darken 'd sky, how thick it low'rs! J- Troubled with storms and big with show'rs, No cheerful gleam of light appears, But nature pours forth all lier tears. 2 Yet let the sons of grace revive: God bids the soul that seeks him, live; And, from the gloomiest shade of night Calls forth a morning of delight 3 The seeds of ecstasy unknown Are in these water'd furrows sown : See the green blades, how thick they rise. And with fresh verdure bless our eyas ! 4 In secret foldings they contain Unnumber'd ears of golden grain; And heav'n shall pour its beams around, Till the ripe harvest load tiie ground. 294 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 5 Then shall the trembling mourner come, And find his sheaves and bring them home; The voice, long broke with sighs, shall sing Till heav'n with hallelujahs ring. 461 Affiiclion sanctijied. C. M. 1 A FFLICTION is a stormy deep, -^ Where wave resounds to wave; Though o'er my head the billows roll, I know the Lord can save. 2 The hand that now withholds my joys Can reinstate my peace; And he who bade the tempest roar, Can bid that tempest cease. 3 In the dark watches of the night, ril count his mercies o'er; I'll praise him for ten thousand past, And humbly sue for more. 4 When darkness and when sorrows rose And pressM on every side, The Lord has still sustain'd ray steps, And still has been my guide. 5 Here wall I rest, and build my hopes, Nor murmur at his rod; He's more than all the world to me, My health, my life, my God! 462 Holy fortitude. C. M. 1 A M I a soldier of the cross, ^Li- A follower of the Lamb? And shall I fear to own his cause, Or blush to speak his name? 2 Must I be carried to the skies, On flow'ry beds of ease ? While others fought to win the prize, And sail'd through bloody seas. 3 Are there no foes for me to face ? Must I not stem the flood ? CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 295 Is this vile world a friend to grace, To help me on to God ? 4 Sure I must fight, if 1 would reign; Increase my courage, Lord ! rU bear the toil, endure the pain, Supported by thy word. 5 Thy saints, in all this glorious war, Shall conquer, though they die; They see the triumpli from afar. And seize it with their eye. 6 When that illustrious day shall rise, And all thine armies shine In robes of vict'ry through the skies, The glory shall be thine. 4:63 ' Watchfulness and prayer inculcated. S. M. 1 1\/TY soul, be on thy guard; -l-'A Ten thousand foes arise; The hosts of sin are pressing hard To diaw thee from the skies. 2 O watch, and fight, and pray; The battle ne'er give o'er; Renew it boldly ev'ry day, And help divine implore. 3 Ne'er think the vict'ry won, Nor lay thine armor down: Thine arduous work will not be done Till thou obtain thy crown. 4 Fight on, my soul, till death Shall bring thee to thy God; He'll take thee, at thy parting breath, To his divine abode. 464 Pleading with God under affliction. C. M. 1 "IT/'HY should a living man complain » ' Of deep distress within, Since ev'ry sigh and ev'ry pain Is but the fruit of sin? 20 296 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 2 No, Lord, I'll patiently submit, Nor ever dare rebel; And yet I may, here at thy feet, My painful feelings tell. 3 Thou seest what floods of sorrow rise, And beat upon my soul; One trouble to another cries, JBillows on billows roll. 4 From fear to hope, from hope to fear. My sinking soul is tost. Till I am tempted, in despair, To give up all for lost. 5 Yet through the stormy clouds I look Once more to thee, my God: O fix my feet upon a rock Beyond the raging flood, 6 One look of mercy from thy face Will set my heart at ease; One all-commanding word of grace Will make the tempest cease. 4:65 Life a desert. C. M. 1 TTTHEN night descends in sable guise, VV And spreads her gloom around, To close the weary traveler's eyes, And rest him on the ground, 2 Amidst the dreary desert wide, The wand'rer faints to hear The wild alarm on ev'ry side. Which speaks some danger near. 3 So in the wilderness of life, Whene'er afflictions come, We sink, as in a night of grief, Far from our shelt'ring home. 4 The tempter's, like a lion's roar, Sounds through the vale abroad; Then let us watch, and evermore Depend upon our God. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 297 5 From ev 'ry otlier help afar, And left without a friend, God is a helper, ever near, And faithful to the end. 466 The confidence of the Christian. C. M. 1 TT7HEN I can read my title clear » * To mansions in the skies, I bid farewell to ev'ry fear And wipe my weeping eyes. 2 Should earth against my soul engage, And hellish darts be hurl'd. Then I can smile at Satan's rage And face a frowning world. 3 Let cares like a wild deluge come, And storms of sorrow fall, May I but safely reach my home. My God, my heav'n, my all. 4 There shall I bathe my weary soul In seas of heav'nly rest ; And not a wave of trouble roll Across my peaceful breast. 4:0 • Mansions in heaven. L. M. 1 TTOW do thy mercies close me round ! JA Por ever be thy name ador'd; I blush in all things to abound — The servant is above his Lord ! 2 Inur'd to poverty and pain, A suff'ring life my master led: The Son of God, the Son of man. He had not where to lay his head. 3 But lo ! a place he hath prepar'd For me, whom watchful angels keep; Yea, he himself becomes my guard; He smooths my bed and gives me sleep. 4 Jesus protects; my fears, begone: What can the Rock of acres move ! Safe in thine arms I lay me down, Thine everlasting arms of love.* :iyO CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 5 I rest beneath th' Almighty's shade, My griefs expire, my troubles cease; Thou, Lord, on whom my soul is stay'd, Wilt keep me still in perfect peace. 6 Me for thine own thou lov'st to take In time and in eternity; Thou never, never wilt forsake A helpless worm that trusts in thee. 408 It shall he well with the righteous. S. M. 1 TT/^'^'r cheering words are these ! VV Their sweetness who can tell? In time and to eternity, 'Tis with the righteous well. 2 In ev'ry state secure, Kept by Jehovah's eye, 'Tis well with them while life endures, And well when calPd to die. 3 'Tis well when joys arise, 'Tis well when sorrows flow; 'Tis well when darkness veils the skies, And strong temptations blow. 4 'Tis well when on the mount They feast on dying love; And 'tis as well, in God's account, When they the furnace prove. 5 'Tis well when at his throne They wrestle, weep, and pray; 'Tis well when at his feet they groan, Yet bring their wants away. 6 'Tis well when Jesus calls, From earth and sin, arise. Join with the hosts of virgin souls, Made to salvation wise. 469 Christ our refuge. L. M. 1 /^OD of my life, whose gracious pow'r ^J Through various deaths my soul hath led, Or turn'd aside the fatal hour, Or lifted up my sinking head ! CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 299 2 In all my ways thy hand I own, Thy ruling providence I see: Assist me still my course to run, And still direct my paths to thee. 3 Whither, O whither should I fly, But to my loving Savior's breast; Secure within thine arms to lie, And safe beneath thy wings to rest? 4 I have no skill the snare to shun, But thou, O Christ! my wisdom ait: I ever into ruin run. But thou art greater than my heart. 5 Foolish, and impotent, and blind, Lead me a way I have not known; Bring me where 1 my heav'n may find, The heav'n of loving thee alone. 6 Enlarge ray heart to make thee room; Enter, and in me ever stay: The crooked then shall straight become. The darkness shall be lost in day. 4: • O Future blessedness anticipated. C M 1 A XD let this feeble body fail -^ And let it faint or die; My soul shall quit the mournful vale And soar to worlds on high: Shall join the disembodied saints, And find its long-sought rest, That only bliss for which it pants In the Redeemer's breast. 2 In hope of that immortal crown, I now the cross sustain. And gladly wander up and down, And smile at toil and pain: I suffer on my three-score years Till my DelivTcr come, And wipe away his servant's tears And take his exile home. 3UU CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 3 O what hath Jesus bought for me ! Before my ravish'd eyes Rivers of life divine I see, And trees of paradise ! I see a world of spirits bright, Who taste the pleasures there ! They all are rob'd in spotless white. And conqu'ring palms they bear. 4 O what are all my suff 'rings here, If, Lord, thou count me meet With that enraptur'd host t' appear, And worship at thy feet! Give joy or grief, give ease or pain, Take life or friends away, But let me find them all again In that eternal day. 471 Safehj in God. L. M. 1 /COURAGE, my soul ! while God is near, v^ What enemy hast thou to fear? How canst thou want a sure defence, Whose refuge is Omnipotence ? 2 Though thickest dangers crowd my way. My God can chase my fears av,'ay; My steadfast heart on him relies. And all those dangers still defies. 3 Though billows after billows roll. To overwhelm my sinking soul, Firm as a rock my faith shall stand, Upheld by God's almighty hand. 4 In life, his presence is my aid; In death, 'twill guide me through the shade, Chase all my rising fears away, And turn my darkness into day. 4*72 God's presence is light. C. M. 1 1\/F Y God, the spring of all my joys, -»-»-i- The life of my delights, The glory of my brightest days, And comfort of my nights. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 301 2 In darkest shades, if he appear, My dawning is begun; He is my soul's sweet morning star, And he my rising sun. 3 The op'ning heav'ns around me shine With beams of sacred bliss, While Jesus shows his heart is mine, And whispers I am his ! 4 My soul would leave this heavy clay At that transporting' word, Run up with joy the shining way T' embrace my dearest Lord. 5 Fearless of hell and ghastly death, I'd break through ev'ry foe; The wings of love and arms of faith Should bear me conqu'ror through. 4: f O Ood our onhj trust. L, M. 1 IVTY spirit looks to God alone; IrX My rock and refuge is his throne : In all my fears, in all my straits, My soul on his salvation waits. 2 Trust him, ye saints, in all your ways, Pour out your hearts before his face: When helpers fail, and foes invade, God is our all-suflicient aid. 3 False are the men of high degree. The baser sort are vanity; Laid in the balance, both appear Light as a putt" of empty air. 4 Make not increasing gold your trust, Nor set your heart on glitt'ring dust; Why will you grasp the fleeting smoke, And not believe what God hath spoke? 5 Once has his awful voice declared, Once and again my ears have heard, **A11 power is his eternal due: He must be fear'd and trusted too." 302 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 6 For sov'reign power reigns not alone, Grace is a partner of the throne : Thy grace and justice, mighty Lord, Shall well divide our last reward. 474: Meditations on future glory. CM. 1 ?nniS sweet to rest in lively hope J- That when my change shall come, Angels will hover round my bed, And waft my spirit home ! 2 There shall my disimprison'd soul Behold him and adore ; Be with his likeness satisfied, And grieve and sin no more. 3 Shall see him wear that very flesh On which my guilt was lain; His love intense, his merit fresh, As though but newly slain, 4 Soon too my slumb'ring dust shall hear The trumpet's quick'ning sound; And by my Savior's power rebuilt, At his right hand be found. 5 These eyes shall see him in that day, The God that died for me ! And all my rising bones shall say, Lord, who is like to thee ! 6 If such the views Avhich grace unfolds, Weak as it is below, What raptures must the church above, In Jesus' presence, know !* 475 Soul happy on a death-bed. P. M. 8.7.8.7.4.7. 1 TT^V'RY moment brings me nearer J--' To my long sought rest above; Higher mounts my soul, and higher — O how happy to remove; Then, for ever. Shall I sing redeeming love, CHRISTIAK EXPERIENCE. 303 2 Soon shall I be gone to glory — Join the bright, angelic race, There repeat the pleasing story — I was sav'd by sov 'reign grace: And for ever View my loving Savior's face. 3 Though my burden sore oppress me, And I shrink beneath my pain, Jesus Christ will soon release me, And your loss will be my gain : Precious Savior, With my Lord I shall remain. 4: T O «^4 vieio of the heavenly Canaan. C. M. 1 /~^N Jordan's stormy banks I stand, V^ And cast a wishful eye To Canaan's fair and happy land, Where my possessions lie. 2 O the transporting, rapt'rous scene, That rises to ray sight ! Sweet fields array'd in living green. And rivers of delight ! 3 There gen'rous fruits, that never fail, On trees immortal grow; There rocks and hills, and brooks and vales With milk and honey flow. 4 All o'er those wide extended plains Shines one eternal day; There God the Son for ever reigns, And scatters night away. 5 No chilling winds nor pois'nous breath Can reach that healthful shore; Sickness and sorrow, pain and death, Are felt and fear'd no more. 6 When shall I reach that happy place, And be for ever blest? When shall I see my Father's face, And in his bosom rest? 304 CHRISTIAN EXPERIEKCE. 7 Fill'd with delight, my raptur'd soul Would here no longer stay; Though Jordan's waves around me roll, Fearless Vd launch away. 4:lflf Longing for heaven. P. M. as 112th. 1 T^O languish for his native air J- Can the poor wand'ring exile cease '? The tir'd, his wish of rest forbear? The tortur'd, help desiring easel The slave, no more for freedom sigh? Or I no longer pine to die ? 2 As shipwreck'd mariners desire, With eager grasp, to reacli the shore; As hirelings long t' obtain their hire, And vet'rans wish their warfare o'er; I languish from this earth to flee. And gasp for — immortality. 3 To heav'n I lift my mournful eyes. And all within me groans, "how long?'' 0 were I landed in the skies! The bitter loss, the cruel wrong, Should there no more my soul molest, Or break my everlasting rest.* 478 The dying Christian. P. M. 8.7.8.7.8.7.8.7. 1 TESUS, help thy falling creature! *^ Conqii'ror of the world thou art! Stronger than the foe, and greater Tiian this poor rebellious heart: Pow'r, I know, to tliee is given, Pow'r to sentence or release, Pow'r to shut or open heav'n; Thou alone hast all the keys. 2 Open, then, in great compassion, Open mercy's door to me. Out of mighty tribulation Bring me forth thy face to see; w CHRISTIAN liXPERIEKCE. 305 O cut short my days of mourning, Quickly to my rescue come; Let me joyfully returning Reach my everlasting home. 3 Hear me, Lord, myself bemoaning, Banish 'd from my native place, Languishing for God, and groaning To appear before thy face : From this bodily oppression Set my earnest spirit free, Give me now the full possession, Let me now thy glory see.* 4T0 Desiring to depart and to be with Christ. L. M. HILE on the verge of life I stand, And view the scene on either hand, My spirit struggles with my clay, And longs to wing its flight away. 2 Where Jesus dwells my soul would be, And faints my muchlov'd Lord to see: Earth, twine no more about my heart! For 'tis far better to depart, 3 Come, ye angelic envoys ! come. And lead the willing pilgrim home; Ye know the way to Jesus' throne, — Source of my joys, and of your own. 4 That blissful interview, how sweet! To fall transported at his feet! Rais'd in his arms, to view his face, Through the full beamings of his grace ! 5 As with a seraph's voice to sing! To fly as on a cherub's wing! Performing, with unwearied hands, The present Saviorls high commands. 6 Yet, with these prospects full in sight, We'll wait thy signal for the flight; For, while thy service we pursue. We find a heav'n in all we do. 306 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. -1:80 The dying Christian. L. M. 1 npHE hour of my departure's come; J- I hear the voice that calls me home; At last, O Lord ! let trouble cease, And let thy servant die in peace. 2 The race appointed I have run; The combat's o'er, the prize is won; And now my witness is on high, And now my record's in the sky. 3 Not in mine innocence I trust; I bow before thee in the dust; And through my Savior's blood alone, I look for mercy at thy throne. 4 I come, I come at thy command; I give my spirit to thy hand; Stretch forth thine everlasting arms. And shield me in the last alarms !* 48 It Support in Death. 7s & 4. 1 TTTHEN the vale of death appears, — VV Faint and cold this mortal clay, — Kind Forerunner! soothe my fears. Light me through the darksome way; Break the shadows, Usher in eternal day. 2 Upward from this dying state Bid my waiting soul aspire; Open thou the crystal gate; To thy praise attune my lyre: Then, triumphant, I will join til' immortal choir. 3 When the mighty trumpet blown, Shall the judgment-dawn proclaim, From the central, burning throne, 'Mid creation's final flame. With the ransomed, Thou wilt own my worthless name. THE MEANS OF GRACE. 307 4ro3 Dying saint to his soul. P. M 1 TTITAL spark of heav 'nly flame ! » Quit, O quit this mortal frame : Trembling, hoping, ling'ring, flying, O, the pain, the bliss of dying ! Cease, fond nature, cease thy strife, And let me languish into life. 2 Hark! they Avhisper, angels say, ''Sister spirit, come away!'' What is this absorbs me quite .^ Steals my senses, shuts my sight, Drowns my spirit, draws my breath ? Tell me, my soul, can this be death.' 3 The world recedes, it disappears ! Heav'n opens on my eyes — my ears With sounds serapiiic ring! Lend, lend your wings, I mount ! I fly ! O grave, where is thy victory.? O death, where is thy sting? THE MEANS OF GRACE. tC^See hymns from 1 to 12 inclusive. 4^3 Pray icilhout ceasing. L. M. 1 T)RAY'R was appointed to convey JL The blessings God designs to give; Long as they live, should Christians pray, For only while they pray, they live. 2 The Christian's heart his pray'r indites, He speaks as prompted from within; The Spirit his petition writes. And Christ receives, and gives it in. 3 And shall we in dead silence lie. When Christ stands waiting for our pray'r? My soul, thou hast a friend on high; Arise, and try thine int'rest there. 308 THE MEANS OF GRACE. 4 If pains afflict, or wrongs oppress — If cares distract, or fears dismay — If guilt deject — if sin distress, The remedy's before thee — pray. 5 'Tis pray'r supports the soul that's weak; Though thought be broken — language lame, Pray, if thou canst, or canst not speak, But pray with faith in Jesus' name. 4:o4[: Exhortation to prayer. L. M. 1 TTTHAT various hindrances we meet » » In coming to a mercy-seat! Yet who that knows the worth of pray'r. But wishes to be often there ! 2 Pray'r makes the darken 'd cloud withdraw, Pray'r climbs the ladder Jacob saw — Gives exercise to faith and love — Brings ev'ry blessing from above. 3 Restraining pray'r, we cease to fight; Pray'r makes the Christian's armor bright; And Satan trembles when he sees The weakest saint upon his knees. 4 Have you no words? ah! think again: Words flow apace when you complain. And fill your fellow-creature's ear With the sad tale of all your care. 5 Were half the breath thus vainly spent, To heav'n in supplication sent — Your cheerful songs should oft'ner be, "Hear what the Lord has done for me!'' 4:00 Importtinate prayer prevalent loith God. S. M. 1 rpHE Lord, who truly knows J- The heart of ev'ry saint, Invites us by his holy word To pray and never faint, 2 He bows his gracious ear; We never plead in vain: PRAYER. 309 Yet we must wait till he appear, And pray, and pray again, 3 Though unbelief suggest, Why should we longer wait ? He bids us never give him rest, But be importunate. 4 'Twas thus a widow poor. Without support or friend, Beset the unjust judge's door. And gain'd at last her end. 5 And shall not .Jesus hear His children when they cry? Yes, though he may awhile forbear, He'll not their suit deny. 6 Then let us earnest be, And never faint in pray'r; He loves our importunity. And makes our cause his care. 4186 Private devotion. C. M. 1 "C^ATHER Divine, thy piercing eye -T Sees through the darkest night: In deep retirement thou art nigh, With heart-discerning sight. 2 There may thy piercing eye survey My solemn homage paid, With ev'ry morning's dawning ray, And ev'ry evening's shade. 3 O let thine own celestial fire The incense still inflame; While my warm vows to thee aspire Through my Redeemer's name. 4 So shall the visits of thy love My soul in secret bless; So shalt thou deign in worlds above, Thy suppliant to confess. I I 310 THE MEANS OF GRACE. j 4 8 7 Behold he praijeth. CM. j 1 T)RAY'R is the soul's sincere desire, j -L Utter'd or unexpressed, The motion of a hidden fire : That trembles in the breast. i -i 2 Pray'r is the burden of a sigh, j The falling of a tear; I The upward glancing of an eye When none but God is near. ; 3 Pray'r is the simplest form of speecH That infant lips can try ; [ Pray'r the sublimest strains that reach : The majesty on high. j 4 Pray'r is the Christian's vital breath, j The Christian's native air, j His watch-word at the gate of death — ! He enters heav'n with pray'r. I 5 Pray'r is the contrite sinner's voice j Returning from his ways, ] While angels in their songs rejoice, ; And say, "Behold, he prays." i 4:88 Socialprayer. P.M. 8.8.6.8.8.6- j 1 "TT7HERE two or three together meet, | V T My love and mercy to repeat, ] And tell what I have done, I There will I be," saith God, "to bless, I And ev'ry burden 'd soul redress, Who worships at my throne." ! 2 Make one in this assembly. Lord; '. Speak to each heart some cheering word To set the spirit free : Impart a kind celestial show'r, And grant that we may spend an hour In fellowship with thee. F PUBLIC WORSHIP. 311 489 Revieioing the mercies of God. CM. A IN would my soul with wonder trace Thy mercies, O my God; And tell the riches of thy grace — The merits of thy blood. 2 With Israel's King, my heart would cry, While I review thy ways, Tell me, my Savior, who am I, That I should see thy face ? 3 Form'd hy thy hand, and form'd for thee, I would be ever thine: My Savior, make my spirit free, With beams of mercy shine. 4 Fain would my soul with rapture dwell On thy redeeming grace; 0 for a thousand tongues to tell My dear Redeemer's praise. 490 Delight in worship. L. M. 1 Tj^AR from my thoughts, vain world, begone, ■^ Let my religious hours alone: Fain would my eyes my Savior see; 1 wait a visit, Lord, from thee. 2 My heart grows warm with holy fire, And kindles with a pure desire ; Come, my dear Jesus, from above. And feed my soul with heav'nly love. 3 Bless'd Jesus, what delicious fare ! How sweet thine entertainments are ! Never did angels taste above Redeeming grace and dying love. 4 Hail, great Immanuel, all divine! In thee thy Father's glories shine; Thou brightest, sweetest, fairest one That eyes have seen, or angels known. 21 312 THE MEANS OF GRACK. 411 i The happiness of humble worship. L. M. 1 Trow lovely, how divinely sweet, -AJ- O Lord, thy sacred courts appear! Fain would my longing passions meet The glories of thy presence there. 2 O blest the men, blest their emploj Whom thine indulgent favors raise To dwell in those abodes of joy, And sing^ thy never-ceasing praise. 3 One day within thy sacred gate Affords more real joy to me Than thousands in the tents of state; The meanest place is bliss with thee. 4 God is a sun; our brightest day From his reviving presence flows; God is a shield through all the way, To guard us from surrounding foes. 5 O Lord of hosts, thou God of grace, How blest, divinely blest, is he Who trusts thy love and seeks thy face, And fixes all his hopes on thee ! 4:03 Prayer for the divine presence. L. M. 1 TT 7'HERE two or three, with sweet accord, ▼ ' Obedient to their sov'reign Lord, Meet to recount his acts of grace, And offer solemn pray'r and praise; 2 "There," says the Savior, "will 1 be. Amid this little company; To them unveil my smiling face. And shed my glories round the place.'* 3 We meet at thy command, dear Lord, Relying on thy faithful word: Now send thy Spirit from above. Now fill our hearts with heav'nly love. PUBLIC WORSHIP. 313 403 For public ivorship. C. M. 1 /^ LORD, our languid souls inspire, v^ For here we trust thou art! Send down a coal of heav'nly fire To warm each waiting heart. 2 Show us some tokens of thy love, Our fainting hope to raise; And pour thy blessing from above, That we may render praise. 3 Within these walls, let holy peace, And love and concord dwell; Here give the troubled conscience ease. The wounded spirit heal. 4 The feeling heart, the melting eye. The humble mind bestow; And shine upon us from on high, To make our graces grow. 5 May we in faith receive thy word. In faith present our pray'rs; And in the presence of our Lord Unbosom all our cares. 6 And may the gospel's joyful sound, Enforc'd by mighty grace, Awaken sinners all around To come and fill the place. 4:94 Before sermon. L. M. 1 rpHY presence, gracious God, afford, -■- Prepare us to receive thy word; Now let thy voice engage our ear. And faith be mixt with what we hear. 2 Distracting thoughts and cares remove, And fix our hearts and hopes above: With food divine may w^e be fed, And satisfied with living bread. 3 To us the sacred word apply, With sov'reigii pow'r and energy; 314 THE MEANS OF GRACE. And may we, in thy faith and fear, Reduce to practice what we hear. 4 Father, in us thy Son reveal ; Teach us to know and do thy will; Thy saving pow'r and iove d"isplay, And guide us to the realms of day. 495 Before sermon. CM. 1 TESUS, thou dear redeeming Lord, *J Thy blessing we implore; Open the door to preach thy word, The great, effectual door. 2 Gather the outcasts in, and save From sin and Satan's power ! And let them now acceptance have, And know their gracious hour. 3 Lover of souls ! thou know'st to prize What thou hast bought so dear; Come, then, and in thy people's eyes With all thy wounds appear ! 4 Appear, as when of old confest The suff'ring Son of God; And let us see thee in thy vest But newly dipt in blood. 5 The hardness of our hearts remove, Thou who for sin hast died; Show us the tokens of thy love, Thy feet, thy hands, thy side. 4:96 Prayer for the Spirifs influence. C. M. 1 TN thy great name, O Lord, we come, -■- To worship at thy feet ; O pour thy Holy Spirit down On all that now shall meet. 2 We come to hear Jehovah speak, To hear the Savior's voice : Thy face and favor. Lord, we seek. Now make our hearts rejoice. PUBLIC WORSHIP. 315 3 Teach us to pra}- and praise, and hear And understand thy word; To feel thy hhssful presence near, And trust our living Lord. 4 Here let thy pow'r and grace be felt; Thy love and mercy known; Our icy hearts, dear Jesus, melt. And break this tlinty stone. 5 Let sinners, Lord, thy goodness prove, And saints rejoice in thee; Let rebels be subdued by love, And to the Savior flee. 6 This house with grace and glory fill, This congregation bless ; Thy great salvation now reveal, Thy glorious righteousness. 497 Humble request. P.M. 7.7.7.7. 1 T ORD, we come before thee now, -L^ At thy feet we humbly bow; O do not onr suit disdain; Shall we seek thee, Lord, in vain? 2 In thine own appointed way. Now we seek thee, here we stay; Lord, we cannot let thee go Till a blessing thou bestow. 3 Send some message from thy word That may joy and peace afford; Let thy Spirit now impart Full salvation to each heart. 4 Comfort those who weep and mourn, Let the time of joy return; Those who are cast down, lift up; Make them strong in faith and hope. 5 Grant that all may seek and find Thee a God supremely kind; Heal the sick, the captive free, Let us all rejoif^e in thee. D 316 THE MEANS OF GRACE. 49 O Prayer for minister and people. P. M. |EAREST Savior, help thy servant To proclaim thy wondrous love! Pour thy grace upon this people, That they may thy love approve: Bless, O bless them, From thy shining courts above. 2 Nov? thy gracious word invites them To partake the gospel-feast; Let thy Spirit sweetly draw them; Ev'ry soul be Jesus' guest ! 0 receive us, Let us find thy promis'd rest. 499 Love to the church. S. M 1 T LOVE thy Zion, Lord! J- The house of thine abode; The church, O blest Redeemer, sav'd With thine own precious blood. 2 I love thy church, O God ! Her walls before thee stand, Dear as the apple of thine eye, And graven on thy hand. 3 If e'er to bless thy sons My voice or hands deny, These liands let useful skill forsake, This voice in silence die. 4 If e'er my heart forget Her welfare or her woe, Let ev'ry joy this heart forsake, And ev'ry grief o'erflow. 5 For her my tears shall fall; For her my pray'rs ascend; To her my cares and toils be giv'n, Till toils and cares shall end. 6 Beyond my highest joy 1 prize her heav'nly ways, Her sweet communion, solemn vows, Her hymns of love and praise. PUBLIC WORSHIP. 317 500 Joy in GoiVs house. P. M. 6 6.6.6.8.8. 1 T OllD uf th<5 worlds above, ±^ He [ow pleasant and how fair The dwellings of thy love, Thine earthly temples are! To thine abode My heart aspires, With warm desires To see my God. 2 O happy souls that pray Where God appoints to hear ! O happy men that pay Their constant service there ! They praise thee still; And happy they, Who love the way ToZion'shill. 3 They go from strength to strength, Through this dark vale of tears, Till each arrives at length, Till each in heav'n appears: O fflorious seat. When God our King Shall thither bring Our willing feet! oOX God found in his house. C. M. 1 rpHE Lord in Zion plac'd his name, J- His ark was settled there; To Zion the whole nation came To worship thrice a year. 2 But we have no such lengths to go, Nor wander far abroad; W^here'er thy saints assemble now There is a house for God. 3 Here, mighty God! accept our vows; Here let thy praise be spread: Bless the provisions of thy house, And fill thy poor with bread. 318 THE MEANS OF GRACE. 4 Here let the Son of David reign, ' Let God's Anointed shine; . Justice and truth his court maintain, ] With love and pow'r divine. ; OO^ Pleasure in public icorship. L. M. 1 T ORD ! 'tis a pleasant thing to stand i -Li In gardens planted by thy hand, i Let me within thy courts be seen, i Like a young cedar, fresh and green. ; 2 There grow thy saints in faith and love, Blest with thine influence from above : ; Not Lebanon, with all its trees, | Yields such a comely sight as these. 1 3 The plants of grace shall ever live; j Nature decays, but grace must thrive; : Time, that doth all things else impair, | Shall make them flourish strong and fair. ': 4 Laden with fruits of age, they show j The Lord is holy, just, and true: < None that attend his courts shall find i A God unfaithful or unkind. 503 Preparation for worship. L M. 1 A WAY from ev'ry mortal care, -^ Away from earth, our souls retreat; 1 We leave this worthless world afar. And wait and worship near thy seat 2 Lord, in the temples of thy grace, j We bow before thee and adore ; j We view the glories of thy face. And learn the wonders of thy pow'r. ' 3 W^hilst here our various wants we mourn United pray'rs ascend on high ; i And faith expects a sure return j From him who hears our feeble cry. i 4 Father! my soul would here abide; \ Or, if my feet must hence depart, j Still keep me, Father, near thy side, ; Still keep thy dwelling in my heart. ; PUBLIC WORSHIP. 319 504: Readiness to serve God in his house. C. M. 1 Tj^AKLY, my God, without delay, J— ^ 1 li.-iste to seek thy face-, i\lj liiiisty spirit faints away, Without thy cheering grace. 2 So pilgrims on the scorching sand, Beiieatli a burning sky, Long for a cooling stream at hand, And they must drink or die. ^ 3 I've seen thy glory and thy pow'r Through all thy temple shine: My God, repeat that heav'nly hour, That vision so divine. 4 Not all the blessings of a feast Can please my soul so well, As when thy richer grace I taste, And in thy presence dwell. 5 Not life itself, with all its joys. Can my best passions move, Or raise so high my cheerful voice, As thy forgiving love. oOo The Sabbath preparatory to heaven. L M. 1 T ORD of the Sabbath ! hear our vows J-^ On this thy day, in this thy house; And own as grateful sacrifice The songs which from thy church arise. 2 Thine earthly sabbaths. Lord, we love; But there's a nobler rest above: Thy servants to that rest aspire With ardent hope and strong desire. 3 There languor shall no more oppress; The heart shall feel no more distress; No groans shall mingle with the songs That dwell upon immortal tongues. 4 No gloomy cares shall there annoy, No conscious guilt disturb our joy; 320 THE MEANS OF GRACE. But ev'ry doubt and fear shall cease, And perfect love give perfect peace. 5 When shall that glorious day begin, Beyond the reach of death or sin; Whose sun shall never more decline But with unfading lustre shine ! 506 The siveetness of the Sabbath. L. M 1 O WEET is the work, my God, my King! ^ To praise thy name, give thanks and sing ; To show thy love by morning light, And talk of all thy truth at night. 2 Sweet is the day of sacred rest: No mortal care shall fill my breast; My heart shall triumph in the Lord, And bless his works, and bless his word. 3 And I shall share a glorious part, When grace has well refin'd my heart. When doubts and fears no more remain To break my inward peace again. 4 Then shall I see, and hear and know All I desir'd or wish'd below; And ev'ry pow'r find sweet employ In that eternal world of joy. 50T Commemorulive of the resui^ection. C. M. 1 npHIS is the day the Lord hath made; J- He calls the hours his own: Let heav'n rejoice, let earth be glad. And praise surround the throne. 2 To-day arose our glorious Head, And death's dread empire fell; To-day, the saints his triumph spread. And all its wonders tell. 3 Hosannah ! the anointed King Ascends his destin'd throne: 331 To God our grateful homage bring, And his Messiah own. 4 Blest be the Lord, who came to men With messages of grace; Who came in God his Father's name To save our sinful race. 5 Hosannah in the highest strains The church on earth can raise ! The highest heav'ns in which he reigns Shall give him nobler praise. 508 The baptism of children. S. M. 1 T ORD ! what our ears have heard, J-^ Our eyes delighted trace, Thy love in long succession shoAvn To ev'ry virtuous race. 2 Our children thou dost claim. And mark them out for thine: Ten thousand blessings to thy name For goodness so divine ! 3 Thy cov'nant may they keep, And bless the happy bands Which closer still engage our hearts To honor thy commands. 4 How great thy mercies, Lord ! How plenteous is thy grace, Which, in the promise of thy love, Includes our rising race. 5 Our offspring, still thy care, Shall own their father's God, To latest times thy blessings share, And sound thy praise abroad. oOQ Jesus invites us to bring our children. C. M. 1 O EE Israel's gentle Shepherd stand, ^ With all-engaging charms ! Hark ! how he calls the tender lambs. And takes them in his arms ! 322 THE MEAN'S OF GRACE. 2 "Permit them to approach, (he cries,) Nor scorn their humble name; It was to save such souls as these, With pow'r and love I came." 3 We bring them, Lord, with grateful hearts, And yield them up to thee; Rejoic'd that we ourselves are thine, Thine let our offspring be !* 4 Ye little flock, with pleasure hear; Ye children, seek his face; And fly, with transport, to receive The gospel of his grace. 5 If orphans they are left behind. Thy care, O God! we trust; And let thy promise cheer our hearts, If weeping o'er their dust. 510 Children brought to Christ. CM. 1 "DEHOLD what condescending love -D Jesus on earth displays ! To babes and sucklings be extends The riches of his grace. 2 He still the ancient promise keeps, To our forefathers giv'n: Young children in his arms he takes, And calls them heirs of heav'n. 3 " Permit them to approach," he cries, " Nor scorn their humble name; For 'twas to bless such souls as these. The Lord of angels came. 4 We bring them. Lord, with thankful hearts. And yield them up to thee; Joyful that we ourselves are thine, Thine may our offspring be. 5 Kindly receive this tender branch. And form his soul for God; Baptize him with thy Spirit, Lord, And wash him with thy blood.* BAPTISM. 323 511 Baptism of adults. C. M. 1 "PROCLAIM," said Christ, "God's won- -T drous grace To all the sons of men; He who believes and is baptiz'd, Salvation shall obtain." 2 Let plenteous grace descend on those Who, hoping in his word, This day have publicly declar'd, That Jesus is their Lord. 3 With cheerful feet may they go on, And run the Christian race; And in the troubles of the way Find all-sutBcient grace. 4 And when the awful message comes To call their souls away, May they be found prepar'd to live In realms of endless day. 513t Holy dedication to God. P. M. 7s. 1 "pARDOX'D through redeeming grace, -t In thy blessed Son reveal'd; Worshipping before thy face, Lord, to thee ourselves we yield. 2 Thou the sacrifice receive, Humbly offer 'd through thy Son; Quicken us in him to live; Lord, in us thy will be done. 3 By the hallow 'd outward sign, By the cleansing grace within. Seal, and make us wholly thine; Wash, and keep us pure from sin. 4 Call'd to bear the Christian name. May our vows and life accord; And our ev'ry deed proclaim "Holiness unto the Lord !" 324 THE MEANS OF GRACE. THE lord's supper. fX^See Hymns from 99 to 171 inclusive. 513 T(855) This do in 7'emembrance of me. C. M. 1 A CCORDING to thy gracious word, -^ In meek humility, This will I do, my dying Lord, I will remember thee. 2 Thy body, broken for my sake, My bread from heav'n shall be; Thy testamental cup I take, And thus remember thee. 3 Gethsemane can I forget. Or there thy conflict see. Thine agony and bloody sweat, And not remember thee ? 4 When to the cross I turn mine eyes, And rest on Calvary, O Lamb of God, my sacrifice ! I must remember thee. 5 Remember thee, and all thy pains, And all thy love to me ; Yea, while a breath, a pulse remains, Will I remember thee. 6 And when these failing lips grow dumb, And mind and mem'ry flee. When thou shalt in thy kingdom come, Jesus, remember me. 514 The institution of the Lord's Supper. L. M 1 jrpWAS on that dreadful, doleful night, -■- When the whole povv'r of darkness rose Against the Son of God's delight. And friends betray 'd him to his foes; 2 Before the mournful scene began. He took the bread, and bless 'd, and brake; What love through all his actions ran ! What wondrous words of erace he spake! THE LORDS SUPPER. 325 3 "This is my body broke for sin; Receive and eat the living food:" Then took the cup and bless'd the wine: '"Tis the new cov'nant in my blood." 4 "Do this (he cried) till time shall end In mem'ry of your dying friend; iVIeet at my table and record The love of your departed Lord." 515 Welcome to the table. CM. 1 ^HIS is the feast of heav'nly wine, ■- And God invites to sup: The juices of the living vine Were press'd to fill this cup. 2 O bless the Savior, ye that eat, With royal dainties fed; Not heav'n affords a costlier treat, For Jesus is the bread. 3 The vile, the lost, he calls to them. Ye trembhng souls, appear ! The righteous in their own esteem Have no acceptance here. 4 Approach, ye poor, nor dare refuse The banquet spread for you; Dear Savior, this is welcome ne^\s, Then I may venture too. 5 If guilt and sin afford a plea, And may obtain a place, Surely the Lord will welcome me, And I shall see his face. 5X6 Communion at the Lord^s table. S. M 1 TESUS invites his saints *^ To meet around his board: Here those he died to save may hold Communion with the Lord. 2 Our heav'nly Father calls Christ and his members one: 326 THE MEAN^S OF GRACE. We are the children of his love, And he the first-born Son. 3 We are the sev'ral parts Of the same broken bread; One body, with its sev'ral limbs, But Jesus is the head. 4 Let all our pow'rs be join 'd His glorious name to raise; Pleasure and love fill ev'ry mind, And ev'ry voice be praise! oil Jesus the soul's true food. L. M 1 TESUS is gone above the skies, *^ Where our weak senses reach him not; And carnal objects court our eyes, To thrust our Savior from our thought. 2 He knows what wand'ring- hearts we have, Apt to forget his lovely face; And, to refresh our minds, he gave These kind memorials of his grace. 3 The Lord of life his table spread With his own flesh and dying blood; We on the rich provision feed, And taste the wine and bless the God. 4 Let sinful sweets be all forgot, And earth grow less in our esteem; Christ and his love fill ev'ry thought. And faith and hope be fix'd on him. 5 While he is absent from our sight, 'Tis to prepare our souls a place; That we may dwell in heav'nly light. And live for ever near his face. 51S Christ our passover. S. M. 1 T ET all who truly bear -L^ The bleeding Savior's name, Their faithful hearts with us prepare. And eat the Paschal Lamb. THE LORDS SUPPER. 327 Our passover was slain, At Salem's hallow'd place, Yet we who in our tents remain, Shall gain his largest grace. 2 This eucharistic feast Our ev'ry want supplies, And still we by his death are blest, And share his sacrifice; By faith his flesh we'll eat, Who here his passion show. And God out of his holy scat Shall all his gifts bestow. 3 Who thus our faith employ His suft''rings to record, E'en now we mournfully enjoy Communion with our Lord; As though we ev'ry one Beneath his cross had stood. And seen him heave, and heard him groan, And felt his gushing blood. 4 O God! 'tis finish'd now ! The mortal pang is past ! By faith his head we see him bow, And hear him breathe his last. We too with him are dead, And shall with him arise. The cross on which he bows his head Shall Tift us to the skies. ^XO Christ Icnoion in the breaking of bread. 0. M. 1 r\ THOU who this mysterious bread ^^ Didst in Emmaus break, Return herewith our souls to feed, And to thy foll'wers speak. 2 Unseal the volume of thy grace, Apply the gospel word; Open our eyes to see thy face. Our hearts to know thee. Lord. 22 328 THE MEANS OF GRACE. 3 Of Ihee we still commune, and mourn Till thou the veil remove: Talk with us, and our hearts shall burn With flames of perfect love. 4 Enkindle now the heav'nly zeal, And make thy mercy known. And give our pardonM souls to feel That God and love are one. o30 The eucharist commemorative. L. M. 1 "TT' AT, drink, in mem'ry of your friend !" -t-^ Such was our Master's last request; Who all the pangs of death endur'd, That we might live for ever blest. 2 Yes, we'll record thy m.atchless grace, Thou dearest, tend'rest, best of friends! Thy dying love the noblest praise Of long eternity transcends. 3 'Tis pleasure more than earth can give, Thy goodness through these veils to see: Thy table food celestial yields; And happy they who sit with thee. 4 But O ! what vast transporting joys Shall fill our breasts, our tongues inspire, When join'd with yon celestial train. Our grateful souls thy love admire. 521 The Eucharist commanded by Chnst. L. M, 1 rpHIS feast was Jesus' high behest, J- This cup of thanks his last request: Ye, who can feel his w^orth, attend — Eat, drink, in mem'ry of your friend. 2 Around the patriot's bust ye throng; Him ye exalt in swelling song; For him the Avreath of glory bind, Who freed from vassalage his kind. 3 And shall not He your praises reap, Who rescues from the iron sleep? THE LORDS SUPPER. 329 * The great Deliverer, whose breath Unbinds the captives e'en of death? 4 Shall he who, sinful raen to save, Became a tenant of the grave, Unthank'd, uncelebrated, rise, Pass unremember'd to the skies? 5 Christians! unite with loud acclaim, To hymn the Savior's welcome name: On earth extol his wondrous love; Repeat his praise in worlds above. o"3 Love to Christ and one another. C. M. 1 "VTE foll'vvers of the Prince of peace, -*- Who round his table draw, Remember what his spirit was, What his peculiar law. 2 The love, which all his bosom fill'd, Did all his actions guide : Inspir'd by love, he liv'd and taught; Inspir'd by love, he died. 3 And do you love him ? do you feel Your warm affections move ? This is the proof which he demands, That you each other love. 4 Let each the sacred law fulfil; Like his, be ev'ry mind; Be ev'ry temper form'd by love, And ev'ry action kind. 5 Let none, who call themselves his friends Disgrace the honor'd name; But by a near resemblance prove The title which they claim. O^eJ Meditating on the cross of Christ. L. M 1 /^OME see on bloody Calvary, v^ Suspended on th ' accursed tree, A harmless suff'rer, cover'd o'er With shame, and welt'ring in his gore. 330 THE MEANS OF GRACE. 2 Is this the Savior, long foretold To usher in the age of gold? To make the reign of sorrow cease, And bind the jarring world in peace ? 3 'Tis He, 'tis He !— he kindly shrouds His glories in a night of clouds, That souls might from their ruin rise And heir th' imperishable skies. 4 See, to their refuge and their rest, From all the bonds of guilt releas'd, Transgressors to his cross repair And find a full redemption there. 5 Jesus, what millions of our race Have been the triumphs of thy grace. And millions more to thee shall fly, And on thy sacrifice rely. 524 A sacramental hymn. C. M 1 T ORD, at thy table I behold -L^ The wonders of thy grace; But most of all admire that I Should find a welcome place: 2 I that am all defil'd with sin, A rebel to my God; I that have crucified his Son, And trampled on his blood. 3 What strange, surprising grace is this, That such a soul lias room ! My Savior takes me by the hand, My Jesus bids me come. 4 "Eat, O my friend,'' the Savior cries, "The feast was made for you; For you I groan 'd, and bled, and died, And rose, and triumph'd too." 5 With trembling faith, and bleeding hearts, Lord, we accept thy love : 'Tis a rich banquet we have had, What will it be above !* THE LORDS SUPPER. 331 6 Had I ten thousand hearts, dear Lord, I'd give tliem all to thee; Had I ten thousand tongues, they all Should join the harmony. 5H5 J)Iy flesh is meat indeed. C. M. 1 TTERE at thy table, Lord, we meet -ti To feed on food divine : Tliy body is the bread we eat, Thy precious blood the wine. 2 He that prepares this rich repast, Himself comes down and dies; And then invites us thus to feast Upon the sacrifice.^* 3 Sure there was never love so free, Dear Savior, so divine ! Well thou may'st claim that heart of me Which owes so much to thine. 4 Yes, thou shalt surely have my heart, My soul, my strength, my all ; With life itself I'll freely part, My Jesus, at thy call. 526 The gospel feast. L. M. 1 IVTY God ! and is thy table spread ? ■i^-L And does thy cup with love o'erflow? Thither be all thy children led, And let them all its sweetness know. 2 O let thy table honor'd be. And furnish'd well with joyful guests; And may each soul salvation see, That here its sacred pledges tastes. 3 Let crowds approach; with hearts prepar'd With warm desire, let all attend; Nor, when we leave our Father's board, The pleasure or the profit end. 4 Revive thy dying churches. Lord ! And bid our drooping graces live; 332 KINGDOM AKD CHURCH OF CHRIST. And more that energy afford, A Savior's death alone can give. 5 Nor let thy spreading gospel rest, Till through tiie Vvorld thy truth has run, Till with this bread all men be blest Who see the light or feel the sun. oUs Prayer for the world's conversion. C. ]Vi» 1 piTY the nations, O our God ! ■^ Constrain the earth to come; Send thy victorious word abroad, And bring the strangers home. 2 We long to see thy churches full, That all thy faithful race May, with one voice and heart and soul, Sing thy redeeming grace. KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. O/^O Effusion of the Spirit on Pentecost day. L. M. 1 {^^ REAT was the day, the joy was great, ^^ When the divine disciples met; While on their heads the spirit came, And sat like tongues of cloven flame. 2 What gifts, what miracles he gave! And pow'r to kill and pow'r to save ! Furnish 'd their tongues with wondrous words Instead of shields and spears and swords. 3 Nations, the learned and the rude, Were by these heav'nly arms subdu'd, The heathen saw thy glory, Lord ! And, wond'ring, bless 'd thy gracious word. 4 Come the great day, the glorious hour, When all shall feel thy saving pow'r, And the whole race of man confess The beauty of thy holiness ! KINGDOM AKD CHURCH OF CHRIST. 333 52fl Jesus shall reign. L. M. J TESUS sliall reign where'er the sun ^ Does his successive journeys run; His kingdom stretch from shore to shore Till moons shall wax and wane no more. 2 People and realms of ev'ry tongue Dwell on his love with grateful song; And with united hearts proclaim That grace and truth by Jesus came. 3 lilessings abound v/here'er he reigns; The pris'ner leaps to loose his chains^ The weary find eternal rest, And all the sons of want are blest. 4 Where he displays his iiealing pow'r, The sting of death is known no more: In him the sons of Adam boast More blessings than their father lost. 530 The song of Jubilee. P.M. 7s. 1 TTARK! the song of Jubilee, -il Loud as mighty thunders roar, Or the fullness of the sea When it breaks upon the shore : — Hallelujah! for the Lord God omnipotent shall reign; Hallelujah ! let the word Echo round the earth and main. 2 Hallelujah ! hark ! the sound, From the depth unto the skies, Wakes above, beneath, around, All creation's harmonies: — See Jehovah's banner furl'd, Sheath 'd his sword; he speaks — 'tis done; And the kingdoms of this world Are the kingdoms of his Son. 3 He shall reign from pole to pole W^ith illimitable sway: 334 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 4 He shall reign when, like a scroll, Yonder heav'ns have pass'd away: — Then the end — beneath his rod Tilan's last enemy shall fall; Hallelujah! Christ is God, God in Christ, is all in all. S3X The universal reign of Christ. L. M. 1 TTARK ! what triumphant strains are these -fj- Which echo through the vault of heav'n? "To Jesus, once on Calv'ry slain, The kingdoms of the earth are giv'n.'' 2 Hark ! the new song before the throne, Which only the redeem 'd can raise; Angels may tune their golden harps, But cannot reach these notes of praise. 3 They worship our exalted Lord, And hail him universal King; But saints — the purchase of his blood, Can strike a sweeter, nobler string. 4 The wonders of his dying love, Their hallelujahs loud proclaim. While with ecstatic joy they shout New honors to his sacred name. 5 From ev'ry kindred, ev'ry tongue, From barbarous nations long unknown. From polish'd Greeks and Scythians rude, A countless host surround the throne. 6 In robes of spotless white array 'd, And palms of vict'ry in their hand, With holy wonder and delight, The trophies of his grace they stand. 7 [And still, till time shall be no more, The mighty concourse shall increase: And Jesus gain, in heatlien lands, New subjects of the reign of peace.] KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 335 o32 Desire for Ike spread of the gospel. C. M. 1 r^l REAT God ! the nations of the earth ^J Are by creation tliine; And in thy works, by all beheld, Thy radiant glories shine. 2 But, Lord, thy greater love has sent Thy gospel to mankind, Unveiling what rich stores of grace Are treasur'd in thy mine. 3 Lord ! when shall these glad tidings spread The spacious earth around, Till ev'ry tribe and ev'ry soul Shall hear the joyful sound? 4 O when shall Afric's sable sons Enjoy the heav'nly word, And vassals, long enslav'd, become The freemen of the Lord? 5 When shall th' untutor'd heathen tribes, A dark bewilder'd race, Sit down at our Immanuel's feet. And learn and feel his grace? 6 Haste, sov'reign mercy, and transform Their cruelty to love; Soften the tiger to a lamb, The vulture to a dove. 7 Smile, Lord, on each divine attempt To spread the gospel's rays; And build on sin's demolish'd throne The temples of thy praise. 533 The city of God. P. M. 8.7.8.7.8.7.8.7. 1 r^LORlduS things of thee are spoken, ^J Zion, city of our God; He, whose word cannot be broken, Form'd thee for his own abode: On the Rock of ages founded. What can shake thy sure repose? With salvation's walls surrounded, Thou may'st smile at all thy foes. 336 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 2 See, the streams of living waters, Springing from eternal love, Well supply thy sons and daughters, And all fear of want remove: Who can faint while such a river Ever flows thy thirst t' assuage? Grace which, like the Lord, the giver, Never fails from age to age. 3 Round each habitation hov 'ring, See the cloud and fire appear ! For a glory and a covering, Showing that the Lord is near : Thus deriving from their banner Light by night and shade by day; Safe they feed upon the manna Which he gives them when they pray. 534 Kingdom of Christ. P.M. 6.6.6.6.8.8 1 TJEJOICE, the Savior reigns -T*' Among the sons of men; He breaks the pris'ners chains. And makes them free again : Let hell oppose God's only Son, In spite of foes his cause goes on. 2 The baffled prince of hell In vain new projects tries The gospel to repel By cruelties and lies; Th' infernal gates shall rage in vain; Conquest awaits the Lamb once slain. 3 He died, but soon arose Triumphant o'er the grave; And now himself he shows Omnipotent to save: Let rebels bow before his feet; Eternal bliss his subjects meet. 4 All pow'r is in his hand, His people to defend; KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 337 To his most high command Shall millions more attend: All heav'n with smiles approve his cause; And distant isles receive his laws. 5 This little seed from heav'n Shall soon become a tree ; This ever blessed leav'n DifFus'd abroad must be; Till God the Son shall come again, It must go on. Amen, amen ! ^3o Prospects of success. L. M. 1 "DEHOLD th' expected time draw near, "■J The shades disperse, the dawn appear; The barren wilderness assume The beauteous tints of Eden's bloom. 2 Events, with prophecies, conspire To raise our faith, our zeal to fire: The rip'ning fields, already white, Present a harvest to our sight. 3 The untaught heathen waits to know The joy the gospel will bestow; The exil'd slave waits to receive The freedom Jesus has to give. 4 Come, let us with a grateful heart In this blest labor share a part, Our pray'rs and oft^'rings gladly bring To aid the triumphs of our King. 5 Our hearts exult in songs of praise That we have seen these latter days. When our Redeemer shall be known Where Satan long has held his throne.* 536 Prayer for the success of the gospel. C. M. 1 T ORD, send thy word, and let it fly, -L^ Arm'd with thy Spirit's pow'r. Ten thousand shall confess its sway, And bless the saving hour. 338 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 2 Beneath the influence of thy grace, The barren wastes shall rise, "With sudden greens and fruits arraj'd, A blooming paradise. 3 True holiness shall strike its root In each regen'rate heart; Shall in a growth divine arise, And heav'nly fruits impart. 4 Peace, with her olives crown'd, shall stretch Her wings from shore to shore; No trump shall rouse the rage of war, Nor murd'rous cannon roar. 5 Lord, for those days we wait — those days Are in thy word foretold; Fly swifter, sun and stars, and bring This promis'd age of gold ! 6 Amen, with joy divine, let earth's Unnumber'd myriads cry; Amen, with joy divine, let heav'n's Unnumber'd choirs reply. 537 (S56) Missionary field. 7.6.7.6.7.6.7.6. 1 TT^ROM Greenland's icy mountains, -T From India's coral strand. Where Afric's sunny fountains Roll down their golden sand; From many an ancient river, From many a palmy plain. They call us to deliver Their land from error's chain. 2 "What though the spicy breezes Blow soft o'er Ceylon's isle; Though every prospect pleases, And only man is vile? In vain with lavish kindness The gifts of God are strewn ; The heathen, in his blindness. Bows down to wood and stone ' KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 339 3 Can we, whose souls are lighted With wisdom from on high, — Can we to men benighted The lamp of life deny? Salvation, O, salvation ! The joyful sound proclaim, Till earth's remotest nation Has learn 'd Messiah's name. 4 Waft, waft, ye winds, his story, And you, ye waters, roll, Till, like a sea of glory, It spreads from pole to pole: Till o'er our ransom'd nature The Lamb for sinners slain, Redeemer, King, Creator, In bliss returns to reign. 538 Prayer for the spread of the gospel. P. M. 1 /^'ER those gloomy hills of darkness ^^ Look, my soul, be still, arid gaze; All the promises do travail With a glorious day of grace; Blessed Jub'lee, Let thy glorious morning dawn. 2 Let the Indian, let the negro, Let the rude barbarian see That divine and glorious conquest Once obtain 'd on Calvary; Let the gospel Soon resound from pole to pole. 3 Kingdoms wide, that sit in darkness, Grant them, Lord, the glorious light, And from eastern coast to western May the morning chase the night; And redemption, Freely purchas'd, win the day. 4 May the glorious day approaching, Thine eternal love proclaim, 340 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. And the everlasting gospel Spread abroad thy holy name O'er the borders Of the great Immanuel's land. 5 Mighty Savior, spread thy gospel, Win and conquer, never cease; May thy lasting, wide dominions Multiply and still increase; Sway thy ceptre, Savior, all the world around. 530 Cry aloud, spare not. P. M. 8.7.8.7.4.7. 1 IV/rEIV of God, go take your stations; -L»-l- Darkness reigns throughout the earth; Go proclaim among the nations, Joyful news of heav'nly birth: Bear the tidings Of the Savior's matchless worth. 2 Of his gospel not ashamed. As 'Hhe power of God to save:" Go where Christ was never named; Publish freedom to the slave ! Blessed freedom ! Such as Zion's children have. 3 What though earth and hell, united, Should oppose the Savior's plan ? Plead his cause, nor be affrighted: Fear ye not the face of man: Vain their tumult; Hurt his work they never can. 4 When expos'd to fearful dangers, Jesus will his own defend, Borne afar 'midst foes and strangers^ Jesus will appear your friend: And his presence Shall be with you to the end. KI.VGDOM AXD CHURCH OF CHRIST. 341 54:0 For missionary associations. L, M. 1 A SSEMBLED at thy great command, J^ Before thy face, dread King, we stand; The voice that marshal'd ev'ry star Has call'd thy people from afar. 2 We meet, through distant lands to spread The truth for which the martyrs bled; Along the line — to either pole — The thunder of thy praise to roll. 3 First, bow our hearts beneath thy sway; Then give thy growing empire way, O'er wastes of sin — o'er fields of blood — Till all mankind shall be subdu'd. 4 Our pray'rs assist — accept our praise — Our hopes revive — our courage raise — Our counsels aid — and O ! impart The single eye — the faithful heart ! 5 Forth with thy chosen heralds come. Recall the wand'ring spirit home: From Zion's mount send forth the sound To spread the spacious earth around. o4:X Prarjer for the success of missions. L. M. 1 TXDULGEXT God, to thee we pray J- Be with us on this solemn day; Smile on our souls, our plans approve. By which we seek to spread thy love. 2 Let party prejudice be gone. And love unite our hearts in one; Let all we have and are, combine To aid this glorious work of thine. 3 Point us to men of upright mind, Devoted, diligent and kind; With grace be all their hearts endow'd. And light to guide them in the road. 4 With cheerful steps may they proceed, Where'er thy providence shall lead; 342 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. Let heav'n and earth their work befriend, And mercy all their paths attend. 5 Great let the bands of those be found Who shall attend the gospel sound: And let barbarians, bond and free, In suppliant throngs resort to thee. 6 Where pagan altars now are built, And blood of beasts or men is spilt, There be the bleeding cross high rear'd, And God, our God, alone rever'd. 7 Where captives groan beneath their chain. Let grace and love and concord reign; The aged and the infant tongue Unite in one harmonious song. 54: S The scarcihj of gospel missionaries. L. M. 1 T ORD, when we cast our eyes abroad, -L^ And see on heathen altars slain Poor helpless babes, for sacrifice, T' efface their parents' guilty stain; 2 We can't behold such horrid deeds Without a groan of ardent pray'r; And while each heart in anguish bleeds, We cry, Lord, send thy gospel there. 3 For them we pray, for them we wait, To them thy great salvation show; Thy harvest, Lord, is truly great, But faithful laborers are few. 4 O send out preachers, gracious Lord, Among that dark, bewilder'd race; Open their eyes, and bless thy word, And call them by thy sov'reign grace. 5 Then shall they shout thine honor 'd name, And sound thy matchless praise abroad; And we will join them in the theme. Salvation to our risen God. KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 343 54:0 Prayer for the success of missions. L. M. 1 i~^0, friends of Jesus, and proclaim ^^ The dear Redeemer you have found, And speak his ever precious name To all the wond'ring nations round. 2 Go tell th' unletter'd, wretched slave, Who groans beneath a tyrant's rod, You bring a pardon bought with blood, The blood of an incarnate God. 3 Go, tell the fierce, untutor'd chief On Ethiopia's scorching sand, You come with a refreshing stream, To cheer and bless his thirsty land. 4 Go, tell the distant isles afar, Tahiti and the poor Pelew, That in the covenant of grace Their unknown names are written too. 5 Go tell, on India's golden shores, Of a rich treasure, more refin'd; And tell them, though they'll scarce believe, You come the friend of human kind. 6 Say, the religion you profess Is all benevolence and love; And by its own divine effects Its heav'nly origin will prove. o4:4r JMissionaries encouraged. C. M. 1 i^O, and the Savior's grace proclaim, ^J Ye messengers of God; Go, publish, through Immanuel's name. Salvation bought with blood. 2 What though your arduous track may lie Through regions dark as death? What though, your faith and zeal to try. Perils beset your path } 3 Yet, with determin'd courage, go. And, arm'd with pow'r divine, 23 344 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. Your God will needful aid bestow, And on your labors shine. 4 He who has call'd you to the war Will recompense your pains; Before Messiah's conqu'ring car, Mountains shall sink to plains. 5 Shrink not, though earth and hell oppose, But plead your IVI aster's cause; Nor doubt that e'en your mighty foes Shall bow before his cross. 54:5 (859) Triumphs of the gospel. 7s. 1 TiyATCHMAN ! tell us of the night, V V What its signs of promise are ! Trav'ler I o'er yon mountain's height See the glory-beaming star ! Watchman ! does its beauteous ray Aught of hope or joy foretell? Trav'ler ! yes, it brings the day, Promis'd day of Israel. 2 Watchman ! tell us of the night: Higher yet that star ascends! Trav'ler! blessedness and light, Peace and truth its course portends ! Watchman! Avill its beams alone Gild the spot that gave them birth .' Trav'ler ! ages are its own; See, it bursts o'er all the earth ! 3 Watchman ! tell us of the night, For the morning seems to dawn ! Trav'ler! darkness takes its flight; Doubt and terror are vi'ithdrawn! Watchman ! let thy wand'ring cease Hie thee to thy quiet home; Trav'ler, lo ! the Prince of peace, Lo ! the Son of God is come ! KINGDOM AKD CHURCH OF CHRIST. 345 540 The conversion of the icorld. L. M. 1 Tj^XERT thy pow'r. Ihy rights maintain, J-^ Insulted, everlasting King ! The influence of thy crown increase. And strangers to thy footstool bring 2 We long to see that happy time, That dear, expected, blessed day, When countless myriads of our race The second Adam shall obey. 3 The prophecies must be fulfill'd, Though earth and hell should dare oppose; The stone cut from the mountain's side, Though unobserv'd, to empire grows. 4 Soon shall the blended image fall, Brass, silver, iron, gold, and clay. And superstition's gloomy reign To light and liberty give way. 5 In one sweet symphony of praise, Gentile and Jew shall then unite; And infidelity, asham'd, Sink in th' abyss of endless night. 6 Soon Afric's long enslaved sons Shall join with Europe's polish'd race, To celebrate, in diff'rent tongues. The glories of redeeming grace. 7 From east to west, from north to south, Immanuel's kingdom shall extend; And ev'ry man, in ev'ry face. Shall meet a brother and a friend. 54*7 The coming of Christ. L. M. 1 /COMFORT, ye ministers of grace, ^ Comfort the people of your Lord; O lift ye up the fallen race. And cheer them by the gospel word. 2 Go into ev'ry nation, go; Speak to their trembling hearts, and cry, 346 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. Glad tidings unto all we show : Jerusalem, thy God is nigh. 3 Hark ! in the wilderness a cry, A voice that loudly calls, prepare Prepare your hearts, for God is nigh, And deigns to make his entrance there ! 4 The Lord your God shall quickly come; Sinners, repent, the call obey: Open your hearts to make him room, Ye desert souls prepare his way.* 5 The glory of the Lord display'd Shall all mankind together view. And what his mouth and truth hath said His own almighty hand shall do. 548 Spread of the gospel. L. M, • RIGHT as the sun's meridian blaze, Vast as the blessings he conveys, Wide as his reign from pole to pole, And permanent as his control. 2 So, Jesus, let thy kingdom come. Then sin and hell's terrific gloom Shall, at thy brightness, flee away, The dawn of an eternal day. 3 Then shall the heathen, fill'd with awe, Learn the blest knowledge of thy law; And antichrist on ev'ry shore Fall from his throne to rise no more. 4 Then shall thy lofty praise resound On Afric's shores — through India's ground, And islands of the southern sea Shall stretch their eager arms to thee. 5 Then shall the Jew and Gentile meet In pure devotion at thy feet : And earth shall yield thee, as thy due, Her fullness and her glory too. B' KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 347 6 O that from Zion now might shine This heav'nly light, this truth divine: TilJ the wliole universe shall be But one great temple, Lord, to thee. o40 Christ proclaimed to the world. L. M. 1/^0 through the gates, ('tis God commands;) vJ" Workers with God, the charge obey, Remove whate'er his work withstands, Prepare, prepare his people's way. 2 Lift up for all mankind to see The standard of their Savior God, And pomt them to the shameful tree, The cross all stain'd with hallow 'd blood. 3 Sion, thy sufF'ring Prince behold. Thy Savior and Salvation too, He comes, he comes, so long foretold, Cloth 'd in a vest of bloody hue. 4 Himself prepares his people's hearts. Breaks and binds up, and wounds and heals; A mystic death and life imparts; Empties the full, the emptied fills. 5 He fills whom first he hath prepar'd, With him all needful grace is giv'n, Himself is here tiieii great reward. Their future and their present heav'n. 550 Fareicell to missionaries. P. M. 8.7.8.7.4.7. 1 1^0, ye heralds of salvation, ^J" Go proclaim redeeming blood; Publisli to each barb'rous nation, Peace and pardon from our God: TeJl the heathen None but Christ can do them good. 2 While the gospel trump you're sounding, May the Spirit seal the word, 348 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. And, through plenteous grace abounding, Heathen bow and own the Lord; Idols leaving, i God alone shall be ador'd. j 3 Distant though our souls are blending, ! Slill our hearts are warm and true; ' In our pray'rs to heav'n ascending, Brethren — we'll remember you: I Heav'n preserve you \ Safely all your journey through. ; 4 When your mission here is finish'd, ! And your work on earth is done, | May your souls, by grace replenish 'd, Find acceptance through the Son; Thence admitted, [ Dwell for ever near his throne. ' 5 Loud hosannas now resounding, ] Make the heav'niy arches ring: ; Grace to sinful men abounding, Ransom 'd miliions sweetly sing; j While, with rapture, : All adore their heav'niy King. ' 551 The missionaries' fareioeU. C M, . 'DRED and friends, and native land, j How shall we say farewell? ' How, when our swelling sails expand, ■ How will our bosoms swell ! 2 Yes, nature, all thy soft delights, And tender ties v;e know; j But love, more strong than death, unites To Him that bids us go. 3 Thus, when our ev'ry passion mov'd, The gushing tear-drop starts, ■; The cause of Jesus, more belov'd, : Shall glow within our hearts. 4 The sighs we breathe for precious souls, j Where he is y?t unknown, * Kin: Hr KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 349 Might waft us to the distant poles, Or to the burning zone. 5 With the warm wish our bosoms swell, Our glowing powers expand; Farewell — then we can say, — Farewell, Our friends, our native land. 351i Ordination and departure ofmissionanes. S. M. 1 '\rE messengers of Christ, JL His sov'reign voice obey : Arise! and follow where he leads, And peace attend your way. 2 The Master, whom you serve, Will needful strength bestow; Depending on his promised aid. With sacred courage go. 3 Mountains shall sink to plains, * And hell in vain oppose; The cause is God's, and must prevail In spite of all his foes. 4 Go, spread a Savior's fame, And tell his matchless grace To the most guilty and deprav'd Of Adam's num'rous race. 5 We wish you, in his name. The most divine success; Assur'd that he who sends you forth Will your endeavors bless. OdO Prayer for Israel. L. M 1 T^ATHER of faithful Abra'm, hear -T Our earnest suit for Abra'm 's seed, Justly they claim the softest pray'r From those adopted in their stead. 2 Outcast from thee, and scatter 'd wide Through ev'ry nation under heav'n, 350 KINGDOM AKD CHURCH OF CHRIST. Rejecting whom they crucified, Unsav'd, uripitied, unforgiv'n. 3 But hast thou finally renounc'd, For ever cast thine own away? No — thou wilt bid them turn and look On him they piere'd, and mourn and pray. 4 Come then, thou great Deliv'rer, come, The veil from Jacob's heart remove; Receive thine ancient people home. That they may sing redeeming love. Oo4: Pleading for the conversion of the Jews. L. M 1 O HEPHERD of Israel, thou didst lead ^ Thy chosen flock the desert through. And from between the cherubim Thy mercy and thy favor show. 2 And though their sins provoked thee oft, To give them to their foes a prey, Yet didst thou, for thy mercy's sake, As often turn thy wrath away. 3 But ah ! they fill'd the measure up Of all their aggravated guilt. When on the hill of Calvary The blood of thine own Son they spilt 4 And now for ages they have been Cast out and banish 'd from thy sight, Wand'ring through all the earth, as those In whom thou hast no more delight. 5 Yet is thy word of promise sure, That they sliall be again restor'd. And with the gentile church unite To worship and to serve the Lord. 6 Our faith in expectation waits To see that glorious morning rise: O bid the shadows flee away, And satisfy our longing eyes. KINGDOM AKD CHURCH OF CHRIST. 351 OOO For iheologicai students or ministers. P.M. 1 T> AND of brethren, who are given Xl To the Lamb of Calvary, Call'd to preach the reign of heaven, And the gospel jubilee, Jesus asks us — "Simon Peter, lov'st thou me?" 2 Lord, thou knowest that we love thee; O for grace to love thee more: Let our notes of praise now move thee Down upon our souls to pour Thy good Spirit, Then we all shall love thee more. 3 When the sacred page we ponder, Shine upon it from above, When we gaze with deepest wonder On the bleeding Savior's love, Holy Spirit, Then our warm affections move. 4 Teach us all our high vocation, Fill us with the love of souls. Spread abroad thy great salvation From the centre to the poles, I Till the Savior, J Sees the travail of his soul. 5 Grant us heav'nly strength and blessing, To be faithful to the end; Let not one, thy love possessing. Join at last th' Iscariot band ! O the traitor ! Save us, Jesus, from his end! 6 Sooner may the rocks and mountains Fall upon us from on high, And our life blood's deepest fountains In our inmost souls go dry. Than betray him Who to save us left the sky. 352 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. OoO Destitution of ministers. L. M, 1 TESUS, thy wand 'ring sheep behold! ^ See, Lord, in tender mercy, see, Poor souls that cannot find the fold Till sought and gather 'd in by thee. 2 Lost are they now, and scatter 'd wide, In pain and weariness and want; With no kind Shepherd near, to guide The sick and spiritless and faint. 3 Thou, only thou, the kind and good, The sheep-redeeming Shepherd art; Collect thy flock, and give them food, And pastors after thine own heart.* 4 In ev'ry messenger reveal The grace they preach divinely free; That each may by thy Spirit tell, "He died for all who died for me.'' 5 A double portion from above Of thine all-quick'ning grace impart: Shed forth thy universal love In ev'ry faithful pastor's heart. 531f Ministerial love. L. M 1 r\ THAT I were as heretofore; ^<-^ When first sent forth in Jesus' name, I rush'd through ev'ry open door. And cried to all, "Behold the Lamb !" 2 The God who kills and makes alive. To me the quick'ning power impart; Thy grace restore, thy work revive. Retouch my lips, renew my heart. 3 I would the precious time redeem, And longer live for this alone, To spend, and to be spent for them Who have not yet my Savior known. 4 My talents, gifts and graces. Lord, Into thy blessed hands receive; KINGDOM AND CHURCH OP CHRIST. 353 And let me live to preach tliy word, And let me for thy glory live. 5 Enlarge, inflame, and fill my heart With boundless charity divine; So shall I all my strength exert, And love them with a zeal like thine. 558t Winning souls to Christ. 7s. 1 TTTOULD you win a soul to God? » » Tell him of a Savior's blood, Once for dying sinners spilt, To atone for ail tiieir guilt. 2 Tell him how the streams did glide From his hands, his feet, his side; How his head with thorns was crown'd, And his heart in sorrow drown'd; — 3 How he yielded up his breath; How he agoniz'd in death; How he lives to intercede — Christ our Advocate and Head. 4 Tell him it was sov'reign grace Led thee first to seek his face, Made thee choose the better part, Wrought salvation in thy heart. 5 Tell him of that liberty Wherewith Jesus makes us free; Sweetly speak of sins forgiv'n, — Earnest of the joys of heav'n. 559 The minister's prayer. P.M. 8.8.6.8.8.6. 1 O HEPHERD of souls, if thou indeed ^ Hast rais'd me up thy flock to feed, (Thy meanest servant I,) O may I all thy burdens share, And gently in my bosom bear The lambs redeem 'd by thee. 2 Thy Spirit send me from above. Spirit of meek, long-suff'ring love 354 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. Of all sufficient grace; Endue me with thy constant mind, So good, so obstinately kind j To our rebellious race. 3 A faithful steward of my Lord, O may I minister thy word, 1 And in thy foot-steps tread; By ev'ry sore temptation tried, By sufF'rings fully qualified ! Thine ailing flock to lead. ; OoOt For a right reception of God's word. C. M. 1 A LMIGHTY God, thy word is cast ■ -^ Like seed upon the ground; I O let the dew of heav'n descend, i And shed its influence round. j 2 Let not the foe of Christ and man ' This holy seed remove; i May it take root in ev'ry heart, ' And grow in faith and love ! 3 Let not this life's deceitful cares, i Nor worldly wealth and joy, Nor scorching beam, nor stormy blast, ■ The rising plant destroy. 4 Where'er the word of life is sown, A large increase bestow, i That all who hear thy message, Lord, | Its saving pow'r may know. i o61 Prayer for ministerial fidelity. L. M, ! 1 TTiRAW near, O Son of God, draw near, -Av Us with thy flaming eye behold; Still in thy church vouchsafe t' appear, \ And let our candlestick be gold. i 2 Still hold the stars in thy right hand, ! And let them in thy lustre glow, ] The lights of a benighted land, * The angels of thy church below. KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 355 3 Make good their apostolic boast, Their high commission let them prove, Be temples of the Holy Ghost, And fill'd with faith, and hope, and love. 4 Their hearts from things of earth remove, Sprinkle them, Lord, from sin and fear; Fix their affections all above, And lay up all their treasures there. 5 Give them an ear to hear thy word ; Thou speakest to the churches now; And let all tongues confess their Lord, Let ev'ry knee to Jesus bow. 563 The ivhole armor of God. S. M. 1 Tj^QUIP me for the war, J--^ And teach my hands to fight; My simple, upright heart prepare, And guide my words aright. 2 Control my ev'ry thought ; And all my sins remove; Let all my works in thee be wrought, Let all be wrought in love. 3 O arm me with the mind. Meek Lamb, that was in thee ! And let enlighten'd zeal be join'd With perfect charity.* 4 O may I love like thee ! In all thy footsteps tread; Thou hatest all iniquity, But nothing thou hast made. 5 O may I learn the art, With meekness to reprove! And hate the sin with all my heart. But still the sinner love. o6o »^ pastor'' s icish for his people. L. M 1 IVTY brethren, from my heart belov'd, ItX Whose welfare fills my daily care. My present joy, my future crown. The word of exhortation hear. 356 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 2 Stand fast upon the solid rock Of the Redeemer's righteousness: Adorn the gospel with your lives, And practice what your lips profess. 3 With pleasure meditate the hour When he, descending from the skies, Shall bid your bodies, mean and vile, In his all-glorious image rise. 4 Glory in his dear, honor 'd name, To him inviolably cleave; Your all he purchas'd by his blood, Nor let him less than all receive. 5 Such is your pastor's faithful charge, W^hose soul desires not yours, but you; O may he, at the Lord's right hand. Himself and all his people view ! 504 J\Iinister^s farewell charge. C. M. 1 TTTHEN Paul was parting from his friends ' V It was a tearful day: But Jesus made them all amends. And wiped their tears away. 2 In heav'n they meet again with joy. Secure, no more to part; Where praises ev'ry tongue employ, And pleasure fills each heart. 3 Thus all the preachers of his grace Their children soon shall meet; Together see their Savior's face, And worship at his feet. 4 But they who heard the word in vain, Though oft and plainly warn'd, Will tremble when they meet again The ministers they scorn'd.* 5 Yet, Lord, to save themselves alone. Is not their utmost view; O hear their pray'r, thy message own, And save their hearers too. KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST, 357 OOO '^t the ordination of a ministtr. L. M. 1 nnHUS spake the Savior, when ho sent J- His ministers to preach his word, — They through the world obedient went, And spread the gospel of their Lord: 2 "Go forth, ye heralds, in my name; Bid the whole earth my grace receive ; The gospel jubilee proclain, And call them to repent and live. 3 "The joyful news to all impart, And teach them where salvation lies; Bind up the broken, bleeding heart, And wipe the tear from weeping eyes. 4 "Be wise as serpents, where you go, But harmless as the peaceful dove ; And let your heav'n- taught conduct show That you're commission 'd from above. 5 "Freely from me ye have receiv'd; Freely in love to others give; Thus shall you're doctrines be believ'd, And by your labors, sinners live." 6 Happy those servants of the Lord, Who thus their Master's will obey! How rich, how full is their reward, Reserv'd until the final day. 500 The gospel ministry from Christ. L. M. 1 T^ AT HER of mercies, in thy house -T Smile on our homage and our vows ; While with a grateful heart we share These pledges of our Savior's care. 2 The Savior, when to heav'n he rose In glorious triumph o'er his foes, Scatter'd his gifts on men below, And wide his royal bounties flow. 3 Hence sprung th' apostles' honor'd name, Sacred beyond heroic fame; 358 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. In lowlier form to bless our eyes, Our pastors hence, and teachers rise. 4 From Christ their varied gifts derive, And fed by Christ their graces live; While guarded by his potent hand, Against the rage of hell they stand. 5 So shall the bright succession run Through the last courses of the sun; While unborn churches by their care Shall rise and flourish large and fair. 6 Jesus our Lord their hearts shall know. The spring whence all these blessings flow, Pastors and people sing his praise Through the long round of endless days. SOf Watching for souls. CM. 1 T ET Zion's watchmen all awake, J-^ And take th' alarm they give; Now let them from the mouth of God Their solemn charge receive. 2 'Tis not a cause of small import The pastor's care demands; But what might fill an angel's heart, And fill'd a Savior's hands. 3 They watch for souls, for which the Lord Did heav'nly bliss forego; For souls which must for ever live In raptures or in woe. 4 All to the great tribunal haste, Th' account to render there; And shouldst thou strictly mark our faults, Lord, how shall we appear? 5 May they that Jesus, whom they preach, Their own Redeemer see; And watch thou daily o'er their souls, That they may watch for thee. KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 359 50S (872) Ordination pi-ay er. L. M. 1 T>KFORE thy throne, Almighty Pow'r, -fl-' Thy servant bends in dust the knee, And waits thy blessing on this hour That binds his inmost soul to thee. 2 Thine are his thoughts and passions now, To thee are all his labors giv'n; — O hear his prayer — accept his vow; And seal this solemn deed in heav''n. 3 No human strength can e'er suffice His load of pain and toil to bear; To thine own breast his spirit flies, And humbly leans his burden there. 4 Come to his soul; — through all his pow'rs The warmth of holy love diffuse; And bathe with mercy's gentlest show'rs Each work of duty he pursues. 5 Come to thy church: — in glory come; O ! close her mourning, captive years; Bring all thine exil'd people home, And kindle gladness in their tears.* 500 Prayer for ministers. L. M. 1 TT^ATHER of mercies, bow thine ear, -T Attentive to our earnest pray'r; We plead for those who plead for thee — Successful pleaders may they be ! 2 How great their work, how vast their charge, Do thou their anxious souls enlarge; Their best endowments are our gain, We share the blessings they obtain. 3 Clothe, then, with energy divine, Their words, and let those ^vords be thine: To them thy sacred truth reveal, Suppress their fear, inflame their zeal. 4 Teach them to sow the precious seed; Teach them thv chosen flock to feed; 24 360 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. Teach them immortal souls to gain- ; Souls that will well rewaid their pain. ! 5 Let thronging multitudes around I Hear from their lips the joyful sound, ' In humble strains thy grace implore, And feel thy new-creating pow'r.* 0«0 ^ church seeking a pastor. L. M 1 O HEPHERD of Israel, bend thine ear, ^ Thy servants' groans indulgent hear; Perplex 'd, distress 'd, to thee v/e cry, i And seek the guidance of thine eye. I 2 Thy comprehensive view surveys I Our wand'ring paths, our trackless ways; ' Send forth, O Lord, thy truth and light, j To guide our doubtful "footsteps right. 3 With longing eyes, behold, we wait, i In suppliant crowds at mercy's gate; Our drooping hearts, O God sustain: ' Shall Israel seek thy face in vain? j 4 O Lord, in ways of peace return, j Nor let thy flock neglected mourn; i May our blest eyes a shepherd see, | Dear to our souls, and dear to thee. j 5 Fed by his care, our tongues shall raise 1 A cheerful tribute to thy praise, i Our children learn the grateful song, j And theirs the cheerful notes prolong. j 0*71 (873) Jit the installation of a minister. L. M 1 T/17"^ bid thee welcome in the name » » Of Jesus, our exalted Head; Come as a servant — so He came, ' And we receive thee in his stead. ; 2 Come as a shepherd; guard and keep This fold from hell, and earth and sin; i KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 361 Nourish the lambs and feed the sheep ; The wounded heal, the lost bring in. 3 Come as a loatchman; take thy stand Upon thy tovv'r amidst the sky, And when the sword comes on the land, Call us to fight or warn iu fly. 4 Come as an angel, hence to guide A band of pilgrims on their way. That, safely walking at thy side, We faint not, fail not, turn, nor stray. 5 Come as a teacher, sent from God, Charg'd his wliole counsel to declare; Lift o'er our ranks the prophet's rod, While we uphold thy hands with pray'r 6 Come as a messenger of peace, Fill'd with the Spirit, fir'd with love; Live to behold our large increase, And die to meet us all above. 5T^ ^t the settlement of a minister. L. M. 1 a HEPHERD of Israel, thou dost keep ^^ With constant care thy humble sheep; By thee our faithful pastors rise To feed our souls and bless our eyes. 2 Pastors, to all thy church impart, ModePd by thine own gracious heart. Whose courage, watchfulness and love, Men may attest and God approve. 3 Fed by their active, tender care, Healthful, may all thy sheep appear: And, by their fair example led, The way to Zion's pasture tread ! 4 Here hast thou listen 'd to our vows, And scatter 'd blessings on thy house; Thy saints are succor'd, and no more As sheep without a guide, deplore.* 362 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 5 To Praise to God upon obtaining a minister. C. M. 1 npO thy great niime, O Prince of peace, J- Our grateful songs we raise: Accept, thou Sun of righteousness, The tribute of our praise. 2 In widow 'd state, these walls no more Their mourning weeds shall wear; Thy messenger shall joy restore, And ev 'ry loss repair. 3 Thy providence, our souls admire, With joy its windings trace; And shout, in one united choir, The triumphs of thy grace. 4 Our happy union, Lord, maintain, Here let thy presence dwell; And thousands, loos'd from Satan's chain, Raise from the brink of hell,** Of 4 People's pi-ayer for their mi7iister. L. M. 1 ^liyiTH heav'nly pow'r, O Lord, defend » » Him whom we now to thee commend; His person bless, his soul secure. And make him to the end endure. 2 Gird him with all-sufficient grace; Direct his feet in paths of peace: Thy truth and faithfulness fulfil, And help him to obey thy will. 3 Before him thy protection send, O love him, save him to the end: Nor let him, as thy pilgrim, rove Without the convoy of thy love. 4 Enlarge, inflame, and fill his heart; In him thy mighty pow'r exert; That thousands yet unborn may praise The wonders of redeeming grace. KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 363 5*75 On the dmigerous illness of a minister. L. M. 1 r\ THOU, before whose gracious throne ^^ We bow our suppliant spirits down: Thou know'st the anxious cares we feel, And all our trembling lips would tell. 2 Avert thy swift descending stroke, Nor smite the shepherd of the flock, Lest o'er the barren waste we stray, To prowling wolves an easy prey. 3 Restore him sinking to the grave, Stretch out thine arm, make haste to save; Back to our hope and wishes give. And bid our friend and father live. 4 Yet, if our supplications fail. And pray'rs and tears can naught prevail. Condemn 'd on this dark desert coast To mourn our much-lov'd leader lost; 5 Be thou his strength, be thou his stay. Support him through the gloomy way; Comfort his soul, surround his bed, And guide him through the dreary shade. 6 Around him may thine angels wait, Deck'd with their robes of heav'nly state, To teach his happy soul to rise. And waft him to his native skies. oTO^ For a blessing on God's ministei's. P. M 1 T ORD of the church, we humbly pray J-J For those who guide us in thy way. And spenk thy holy word; With love divine their hearts inspire. And touch their lips with hallow'd fire, And needful grace afford. *2 Help them to preach the truth of God: Redemption through the Savior's blood : Nor let the Spirit cease On all the church his gifts to show'r; To them, a messenger of pow'r : To us. of life and peace. 364 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 3 So may they live to thee alone; Then hear the welcome word — **Well doneP* And take then* crown above: Enter into their Master's joy, And all eternity employ In praise, and bliss, and love. Oi # Funeral of a faithful minister. CM. 1 Tj^AR from affliction, toil and care, -L The happy soul is fled; The breathless clay shall slumber here, Among the silent dead. 2 The gospel was his joy and song. E'en to his latest breath; The truth he had proclaim 'd so long Was his support in death. 3 Now he resides where Jesus is, Above this dusky sphere; His soul was ripen 'd for that bhss, While yet he sojourn 'd here. 4 The church's loss we all deplore, And shed the falling tear; Since we shall see his face no more, Till Jesus shall appear. 5 But we are hasting to the tomb; O may we ready stand ; Then, dearest Lord, receive us home, To dwell at thy right hand. 5*78 For a bereaved congregation. C. M. 1 "Vf^^^ ^^^ °^^^ drooping hearts revive, -L^ And let our tears be dry: Why should those eyes be drown 'd in grief, Which view a Savior nigh? 2 Though eartlily shepherds dwell in dust, The aged and the young; The watchful eye in darkness clos'd, And mute the instructive tongue: KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 365 3 Th' eternal Shepherd still survives, New comfort to impart; His hand still guides us, and his voice Still animates our heart. 4 The povv'rs of nature, Lord, are thine, And thine the aids of grace; Thine arm has borne thy churches up Through ev'ry rising race. 5 Exert thy sacred influence here; Thy mourning servants bless; O change to strains of cheerful praise Their accents of distress. O T 9 For a church in a state of decline. L. M. 1 r\ GOD of Zion ! from thy throne ^^ Look with an eye of pity down; Thy church now humbly makes her pray'r — Thy church the object of thy care. 2 We are a building thou hast rais'd; How kind thy hand, that hand be prais'd: Yet all to utter ruin falls If thou forsake our tott'ring Avails. 3 We call to mind the happier days Of life and love, of pray'r and praise, — "When holy services gave birth To joys resembling heav'n on earth. 4 But now the ways of Zion mourn, Her gates neglected and forlorn: Our life and liveliness are fled, And many number 'd with the dead. 5 We need defence from all our foes, We need relief from all our woes; Though earth and hell thy church assail, Let neither earth nor hell prevail. 6 Near to each other and to thee, Lord, bring us all in unity; O pour thy Spirit from on high, And all our num'rous wants supply. 366 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 7 O show that in our low estate No blessing for us is too great; We plead thy Son, we plead thy word, O Founder, Patron, bounteous Lord! 580 Prayer for a revival. P.M. 8.7.8.7.4.7 1 O AVIOR, visit thy plantation, ^ Grant us, Lord, a gracious rain ! All will come to desolation. Unless thou return again: Lord, revive us, All our help must come from thee ! 2 Keep no longer at a distance, Shine upon us from on high, Lest, for want of thine assistance, I Ev'ry plant should droop and die: Lord, &c. ' 3 Surely, once thy garden flourish 'd, i Ev'ry part look'd gay and green: ; Then thy word our spirits nourish'd, — j Happy seasons we have seen ! Lord, &c. | 4 But a drought has since succeeded, - And a sad decline we see; ; Lord, thy help is greatly needed, — i Help can only come from thee. Lord, &c. j 5 Where are those we counted leaders, ■ Fill'd with zeal, and love, and truth? I Old professors, tall as cedars, i Bright examples to our youth ! Lord, &c. i 6 Some in whom we once delighted, | We shall meet no more below; ; Some, alas ! we fear are blighted. Scarce a single leaf they show. Lord, &c. 7 Younger plants — the sight how pleasant I — Cover'd thick with blossoms stood; i But they cause us grief at present; I Frosts have nipp'd them in the bud. Lord, &c. 1 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 367 8 Dearest Savior, hasten hither, Thou canst make them bloom again ! O ! permit them not to wither, Let not all our hopes be vain. Lord, &c 9 Let our mutual love be fervent ; Make us prevalent in pray'rs; Let each one, esteem'd thy servant, Shun the vi'orld's bewitching snares. Lord, &c. ]0 Break the tempter's fatal power; Turn the stony heart to flesh; And begin from this good hour To revive thy work afresh. Lord, revive us. All our help must come from thee ! 581 Wheat and tares. L. M. 1 rp HOUGH in the earthly church below A The wheat and tares together grow, Jesus ere long will weed the crop. And pluck the tares in anger up. 2 Will it relieve their horrors there. To recollect their stations here? How much they heard, how much they knew, How long among the wheat they grew 1 3 Oh ! this will aggravate their case ! They perish under means of grace: To them the word of life and faith Became an instrument of death. 4 We seem alike when thus we meet, — Strangers might think we all were wheat, But to the Lord's all-searching eyes Each heart appears without disguise. 5 But though they grow so tall and strong, His plan will not require them long; In harvest, when he saves his own. The tares shall into hell be thrown. 368 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 583 God entreated for Zion. L. M , For a Day of Public Humiliation, or a Day of Prayer for the I Revival of Religion. , 1 TNDULfiENT Sov'reign of the skies, j J- And wilt thou bow thy gracious ear? 1 While feeble mortals raise their cries, Wilt thou, the great Jehovah, hear? , 2 How shall thy servants give thee rest, I Till Zion's mould'ring walls thou raise? i Till thine own power shall stand confess'd. And make Jerusalem a praise ? 3 Look down, O God, with pitying eye, And view the desolation round; j See what wide realms in darkness lie, I And hurl their idols to the ground. 4 Lord, let the gospel trumpet blow, i And call the nations from afar, j Let all the isles their Savior know, i And earth's remotest ends draw near. 5 Let Babylon's proud altars shake, : And light invade her darkest gloom; The yoke of iron bondage break, ] The yoke of Satan and of Rome. 6 On ev'ry soul let grace descend, Like heav'nly dew in copious show'rs, That we may call our God our friend, That we may hail salvation ours.* 1 583 Joy in heaven. C. M. ! 1 r\ HOW divine, how sweet the joy, 1 ^^ When but one sinner turns, And with an humble, broken heart, \ His sins and errors mourns. | 2 Pleas'd with the news, the saints below .' In songs their tongues employ; jj Beyond the skies the tidings go, J And heav'n is fill'd with joy. 1 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 369 3 Well pleas'd, the Father sees ahd hears The conscious sinner's moan; Jesus receives him in his arms, And claims him for his own. 4 Nor angels can their joys contain, But kindle with new fire: *'The sinner lost is found," they sing, And strike the sounding lyre. 584 The conversion of sinners. C. M. 1 I^ONVINC'D of sin, men now begin ^ To call upon the Lord; Trembling, they pray, and mourn the day In which they scorn 'd his word. 2 Young converts sing, and praise their King, And bless God's holy name; While older saints leave their complaints And joy to join the theme. 3 God's chariot rolls, and frights the souls Of those who hate the truth: And saints in pray'r, cry "Lord, draw near, Have mercy on the youth: — 4 "From this glad hour exert thy pow'r, And melt each stubborn heart; In those that bleed let love succeed. And holy joys impart." 5 Come, sinners, all, hear now God's call, And pray with one accord: Saints, raise your songs, with joyful tongues. To hail th' approaching Lord 585 The church revived. P. M. 8.7.8.7.4.7. 1 f\^ the mountain's top appearing, ^ Lo, the sacred herald stands; Welcome news to Zion bearing, Zion long in hostile lands : Mourning captive, God himself will loose thy bands. 370 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 2 Has thy night been long and tnournful, All thy friends unfaithful prov'd? Have thy foes been proud and scornful, By thy sighs and tears unmov'd? Cease thy mourning, Zion still is well belov'd. 3 God, thy God, will now restore thee ! He himself appears thy friend : All thy foes shall flee before thee; Here their boasts and triumphs end. Great deliv'rance Zion's King vouchsafes to send. 4 Peace and joy shall now attend thee, All thy warfare now is past, God, thy Savior, shall defend thee, Peace and joy are come at last; All thy conflicts End in everlasting rest. 586 Refreshing from on high. P. M. 8.7.8.7.4.7. 1 "VrOW we hail the happy dawning i-^ Of the gospel's glorious light. May it take the wings of morning. And dispel the shades of night; Blessed Savior, Let our eyes behold the sight. 2 Where, amid the desert dreary. Plant, nor shrub, nor flow 'ret grows, There refresh the wand'rer weary, With the sight of Sharon's Rose, And its beauties To the longing eye disclose,* 3 O, let all the world adore thee — Universal be thy fame ; Kings and subjects fall before thee, And extol thy matchless name; All ascribing Endless praises to the Lamb. KIST;noM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 371 587 Day dawning. P. M. 8.7.8.7.4.7. 1 ^17^ KS ! we trust the day is breaking; JL Joyful times are near at hand : God, the mighty God, is speaking By his word in ev'ry land : When he chooses, Darkness flies at his command. 2 Let us hail the joyful season; Let us hail tlie dawning ray: When the Lord appears, there's reason To expect a glorious day: At his presence Gloom and darkness flee away. » While the foe becomes more daring, While he enters like a flood, God, the Savior, is preparing Means to spread his truth abroad; Ev'ry language Soon shall tell the love of God. 4 God of Jacob, high and glorious, Let thy people see thy hand, Let the gospel be victorious Through the world in ev'ry land, And the idols Perish, Lord, at thy command. 588' Revival prayed for. CM. 1 "DLEST Jesus, come thou gently down, -D And fill this hallow'd place; O make thy glorious goings known, Diffuse around thy grace. 2 Shine, dearest Lord, from realms of day, Disperse the ffloom of night; Chase all our clouds and doubts away, And turn the shades to light. 3 Behold, and pity from above. Our cold and languid frame; 372 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. j O shed abroad thy quick'ning; love, And glorify thy name. 4 All glorious Savior, source of grace, To thee we raise our cry; Unveil the beauties of thy face To ev'ry waiting eye. i 5 Revive, O God, desponding saints, Who languish, droop and sigh; j Refresh the soul that tires and faints, | Fill mourning hearts with joy. ' 6 Make known thy power, victorious King, Subdue each stubborn will; Then sov 'reign grace we'll join to sing On Zion's sacred hill. j AT THE ADMISSION OF NEW MEMBERS. j O©0 Emitting a member. L. M. j 1 TIROTHER in Christ, and well belov'd, j J-* To Jesus and his servants dear, ; Enter, and show thyself approv'd; i Enter, and find that God is here. 1 2 Welcome from earth ! — lo, the right hand Of fellowship to thee we give ! : With open arms and hearts we stand, '. And thee in Jesus' name receive. ] 3 Say, is thy heart resolv'd as ours? i Then let it burn Avith sacred love, | Then let it taste the heav'nly pow'rs, Partaker of the joys above. 4 Jesus, attend, thyself reveal, — Are we not met in thy great name.? Thee in our midst we wait to feel, i We wait to catch the heav'nly flame. : 5 Our fellowship on earth below, i With thee, and with the Fatlier is; "J In thee eternal life we know, ^ And heav'n's unutterable bliss. 1 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 373 6 In part we only know thee here, But wait thy coming from above; And we shall then behold thee near, And then shall all be lost in love. oQO First communion, or confirmation. L. M. 1 T ORD, I am thine, entirely thine, J-^ Purchas'd and sav'd by blood divine; With full consent thine I would be, And own thy sov'reign right in me. 2 Here, Lord, my life, my soul, my all, I yield to thee beyond recall ; Accept thine own, so long withheld — Accept what I so freely yield ! 3 Grant one poor sinner more a place Among the children of thy grace; A wretched sinner, lost to God, But ransom 'd by Immanuel's blood. 4 Thine would I live — thine would I die — Be thine through all eternity; The vow is past beyond repeal; Now will I set the solemn seal. 5 Be thou the witness of my vow — Angels and men attest it too, That to thy board I now repair. And seal the sacred contract there. 6 Here at thy cross, where flows the blood That bought my guilty soul for God, Thee my new Master now I call, And consecrate to thee my all. 7 Do thou assist a feeble worm The great engagement to perform; Thy grace assistance can extend, And on that grace I will depend. o9 1 On admission of neio members. L. M. 1 TTTELCOME, thou well belov'd of God, » » Thou heir of grace, redeem 'd by blood; Welcome with us thy hand to join As partner of our lot divine. 374 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 2 With us the pilgrim's state embrace: We're trav'ling to a bUssful place; The Holy Ghost, who knows the way. Conduct thee on from day to day. 3 Take up thy cross and patient bear, It shall be light and easy here: Soon shalt thou sit with Jesus down, And wear an everlasting crown. oO^ Welcome to young converts. L. M. 1 TX7ELC0ME, ye hopeful heirs of heav'n, » » To this rich gospel feast of love — This pledge is but the prelude giv'n To that immortal feast above. 2 How great the blessing, thus to meet Around the sacramental board, And hold, by faith, communion sweet With Christ our dear and common Lord. 3 And if so sweet this feast below. What will it be to meet above, Where all we see, and feel, and know, Are fruits of everlasting love ? 4 Soon shall we tune the heav'nly lyre. While list'ning worlds the song approve, Eternity itself expire Ere we exhaust the theme of love. FOR ELECTION OF CHURCH OFFICERS. OUo '^t a choice of church officers. L. M. 1 /^ SIGN'S King, we suppliant bow, V^ And hail the grace thy church enjoys; Her holy officers are thine. With all the gifts thy love employs. 2 Up to thy throne we lift our eyes. For blessings to attend our choice. Of such wliose gen 'reus, prudent zeal Shall make thy favor'd ways rejoice.* KIKGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 375 3 When pastor, saints, and poor they serve, May their own hearts with grace be crown*d; While patience, sympathy and joy Adorn, and through their hves abound. 4 By purest love to Christ and truth, O may they win a good degree Of boldness in the Christian faith, And meet the smile of thine and thee. 5 And when the work to them assign'd, The work of love, is fully done, Call them t'rom serving tables here, To sit around thy glorious throne. OK LAYING THE CORNER STONE OF A CHURCH. 50-i-^ »^ blessing implored. L. M 1 TTERE, in thy name, eternal God, -tJ. We build this earthly house for thee; O choose it for thy fix'd abode, And guard it from all error free. 2 Here, when thy people seek thy face. And dying sinners pray to live, Hear thou in heav'n, thy dwelling place, And when thou hearest. Lord, forgive. 3 Here, when thy messengers proclaim The blessed gospel of thy Son, Still by the pow'r of his great name Be mighty signs and wonders done. 4 When children's voices raise the song, Hosanna to their heav'nly King, Let heaven, with earth, the strain prolong; Hosanna ! let the angels sing. 5 But will, indeed, Jehovah deign Here to abide no transient guest? Here will our great Redeemer reign» And here the Holy Spirit rest ? 6 Thy glory never hence depart; Yet choose not, Lord, this house alone; Thy kingdom come to ev'ry heart; In ev'ry bosom fix thy throne. 25 376 KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. o9o On opening a neio place ofivorship. L. M. 1 A ND will the great eternal God -^ On earth establish his abode ? And will he from his radiant throne Regard our temples as his own ? 2 We bring the tribute of our praise; And sing that condescending grace, Which to our notes will lend an ear, And call us sinful mortals near. 3 Our Father's watchful care we bless, Which guards our house of pray 'r in peace, That no tumultuous foes invade, To fill the worshipers with dread. 4 These walls we to thy honor raise: Long may they echo with thy praise; And thou, descending, fill the place With choicest tokens of thy grace. 5 And in the great decisive day. When God the nations shall survey, May it before the world appear That crowds were born to glory here ! 590 God invited to dwell in his church. P. M. "N sweet, exalted strains The King of glory praise: O'er heav'n and earth he reigns, Through everlasting days. He with a nod the world controls, Sustains or sinks the distant poles. 2 Then, King of glory ! come, And with thy favor crown This temple as thy dome, This people as thine own; Within this house O deign to show How God can dwell with men below. 3 Here may thine ears attend Our interceding cries. I' KINGDOM AND CHURCH OF CHRIST. 377 And grateful praise ascend All fragrant to the skies. Here may thy word melodious sound, And spread the joys of heav'n around. 4 Here may th' attentive throng Imbibe thy truth and love; And converts join the song Of seraphim above; And willing crov/ds surround thy board With sacred joy and sweet accord. 5 In peace here may our sons And daughters sound thy praise, And shine like polish'd stones, Through long succeeding days: Here, Loi'd ! display thy saving pow'r, While churches stand and saints adore. 59 « On opening a place of worship. C. M. 1 TTVEAR Shepherd of thy people, here -L' Thy presence now display ; As thou hast giv'n a place for pray'r, So give us hearts to pray. 2 Show us some token of thy love. Our fainting hope to raise; And pour thy blessings from above, That we may render praise. 3 Within these walls let holy peace, And love, and concord dwell; Here give the troubled conscience ease, The wounded spirit heal. 4 The feeling heart, the melting eye. The humbled mind bestow; And shine upon us from on high. To make our graces grow ! 5 May we in faith receive thy word, In faith present our pray'rs; And, in the presence of our Lord, Unbosom all our cares. 378 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS 6 And may the gospel's joyful sound, En fore 'd by mighty grace, Awaken many sinners round, To come and fill the place. PARTICULAR OCCASIONS AND CIRCUMSTANCES. oHo The seasons ordered by God. L. M 1 /^REAT God, at whose all-pow'rful call ^J At first arose this beauteous frame ! By thee the seasons change, and all The changing seasons speak thy name. 2 Thy bounty bids the infant year, From winter storms recover'd, rise; When thousand grateful scenes appear, Fresh op'ning to our wond'ring eyes. 3 O how delightful 'tis to see The earth in vernal beauty drest ! While in eacii herb, and flow'r, and tree, Thy blooming glories shine confest! 4 Aloft, full beaming, reigns the sun, And light and genial heat conveys; And, while he leads the seasons on, From thee derives his quick'ning rays.* 5 Indulgent God ! from ev'ry part Thy plenteous blessings largely flow; We see, we taste; — let ev'ry heart With grateful love and duty glow. 5011 The seasons crowned loith goodness. L. M 1 T^TERNAL source of ev'ry joy ! -H^ Well may tliy praise our lips employ, While in thy temple we appear To hail thee sov 'reign of the year. 2 Wide as the wheels of nature roll, Thy hand supports and guides the whole t AND CIRCUMSTAMCES. 379 The sun is taught by thee to rise, And darkness when to veil the skies. 3 The flow'ry spring, at thy command, Perfumes the air and paints the land; Tlie summer rays with vigor shine To raise the corn and load the vine. 4 Thy hand in autumn richly pours, Through all our coast, redundant stores; And winters, soften'd by thy care, No more the face of horror wear. 5 Seasons and months, and weeks and days, Demand successive songs of praise; And be the grateful homage paid, With morning light and ev'ning shade. 6 Here in thy house let incense rise. And circling Sabbaths bless our eyes. Till to tliose lofty heights we soar Where days and years revolve no more. 000 Jesus seen in the seasons. P. M. 7.7.7.7. 1 TirriNTER has a joy for me, W While the Savior's charms I read; Lowly, meek, from blemish free, In the snow-drop's pensive head. 2 Spring returns, and brings along Life-invigorating suns: Hark ! the turtle's plaintive song Seems to speak his dying groans ! 3 Summer has a thousand charms All expressive of his worth; 'Tis his sun that liglits and warms His the air that cools the earth. 4 What, has autumn left to say Nothing of a Savior's grace? Yes, the beams of milder day Tell me of his smiling face. 380 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS 5 Light appears with early dawn, While the sun makes haste to rise; See his bleeding beauties dawn On the blushes of the skies. 6 Ev'ning Avith a silent pace, Slowly moving in the west, Shows an emblem of his grace. Points to an eternal rest. 60 1^ Spring. C. M. 1 TT7HEN verdure clothes the fertile vale, VV And blossoms deck the spray, And fragrance breathes in ev'ry gale. How sweet the vernal day ! 2 Hark ! how the feather'd warblers sing ! 'Tis nature's cheerful voice; Soft music hails the lovely spring, And woods and fields rejoice. 3 O God of nature and of grace, Thy heav'nly gifts impart; Then shall my meditation trace Spring, blooming in my heart. 4 Inspir'd to praise, I then shall join Glad nature's cheerful song. And love and gratitude divine Attune my joyful tongue. 60S The sprbig improved. CM. 1 "OEHOLD! long wish'd-for spring has come, J-^ How alter 'd is the scene ! The trees and shrubs are dress 'd in bloom, The earth array'd in green. 2 Where'er we tread, the clust'ring flow'rs Beauteous around us spring; The birds, with joint harmonious pow'rs. Invite our hearts to sing. 3 But ail, in vain I strive to join, Oppress'd with sin and doubt; AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 381 I feel 'tis winter still within, Though all is spring without. 4 O would my Savior, from on high, Break through these clouds and shine, No creature then more blest than I, No song more loud than mine. 5 Lord, let thy word my hopes revive, And overcome my foes; O make my languid graces thrive. And blossom like the rose ! 0O3 Summer — a harvest hymn. C. M 1 IT^O praise the ever- bounteous Lord, JL My soul, wake all thy pow'rs: He calls, and at his voice come forth The smiling harvest hours. 2 His cov'nant with the earth he keeps; My tongue, his goodness sing; Summer and winter know their time, His harvest crowns the spring. 3 Well pleas'd, the toiUng swains behold The waving yellow crop: With joy they bear the sheaves away And sow again in hope. 4 Thus teach me, gracious God, to sow The seeds of righteousness: Smile on nn^ soul, and with thy beams The rip'ning harvest bless. 5 Then, in the last great harvest, I Shall reap a glorious crop: The harvest shall by far exceed What I have sown in hope. 604 Threatening drought. C. M. 1 rr^HE spring, great God, at thy command, -*- Leads forth the smiling year; Gay verdure, foliage, blooming flow'rs, T' adorn her reign, appear 382 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS 2 But soon canst thou in righteous wrath Blast all the promis'd joy, And elements await thy nod To bless or to destroy. 3 The sun, thy minister of love, That from the naked ground Calls forth the hidden seeds to birth, And spreads their beauties round, 4 At the dread order of his God, Now darts destructive fires; Hills, plains and vales, are parch'd with drought, And blooming life expires. 5 Like burnished brass, the heav'n around In angry terror burns, While earth becomes a joyless waste And into iron turns. 6 Pity us, Lord, in our distress. Nor with our land contend; Bid the avenging skies relent. And show'rs of mercy send ! 605 Autumn. L. M 1 /^REAT God, as seasons disappear, ^J And changes mark the rolling year; As time, with rapid pinions flies, May ev'ry season make us wise. 2 Long has thy favor crown 'd our days. And summer shed again its rays; No deadly cloud our sky has veil'd. No blasting winds our path assail'd. 3 Our harvest months have o'er us roll'd, And fill'd our fields with waving gold; Our tables spread, our garners stor'd ! Where are our hearts to praise the Lord? 4 The solemn harvest comes apace, The closing day of life and grace: Time of decision, awful hour! Around it let no tempests low'r! AN'D CIRCUMSTANCES. do6 5 Prepare us, Lord, by grace divine, Like stars in heaven to rise and shine; Then shall our happy souls above Reap the full harvest of thy love I 006 Winter, C. M. 1 QTERN winter throws his icy chains, ^ Encircling nature round ; How bleak, how comfortless the plains, So late with verdure crown ',d ! 2 The sun withdraws his vital beams, And light and warmth depart; And drooping, lifeless nature seems An emblem of my heart. 3 My heart, when mental winter reigns In night's dark mantle clad, Confin'd in cold, inactive chains. How desolate and sad ! 4 Return, O blissful sun, and bring The soul-reviving ray; This mental winter shall be spring, This darkness cheerful day. 5 O happy state, divine abode, Where spring eternal reigns; And perfect day, the smile of God, Fills all the heav'nly plains. P Great source of light, thy beams display, My drooping joys restore. And guide me to the seats of day, Where winter chills no more. 607 ^ hymn for Mw Year. L. M. 1 f^ REAT God ! we sing that miglity hand ^JT Ry which supported still we stand; The op'ning year thy mercy shows — Let mercy crown it till it close. 2 By day, at night, at home, abroad, Still we are guarded by our God; 384 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS By his incessant bounty fed, By his unerring counsel led. 3 With grateful hearts the past we own; The future, all to us unknown, We to thy guardian care commit, And, peaceful, leave before thy feet. 4 In scenes exalted or depress'd. Be thou our joy, and thou our rest; Thy goodness all our hopes shall raise, Ador'd through all our changing days. 5 When death shall interrupt our songs. And seal in silence mortal tongues, Our helper, God, in whom we trust, In better worlds our souls shall boast. 008 Dependence on God. L. M. 1 /~^ OD of our lives ! thy constant care ^J With blessings crowns each op'ning year; These lives, so frail, dost thou prolong. And wake anew our annual song. 2 How many precious souls are fled To the dark regions of the dead, Since, from this day, the changing sun Through his last yearly course has run ! 3 We yet survive: but who can say, Or through the year, or month, or day, I shall retain my vital breath, Thus far at least in league with death ? 4 That breath is thine, eternal God ! 'Tis thine to fix the soul's abode: We hold our lives from thee alone, On earth, or in the world unknown. 5 To thee we all our pow'rs resign ; Make us and own us still as thine : Then shall we smile, secure from fear, Though death should blast the rising year- AKD CIRCUMSTANCES. 385 6 Thy children, eager to be gone, Bid time's impetuous tide roll on, And land them on that blooming shore Where years and death are known no more. 609 The barren Jig-tree. L. M. 1 /^OD of my life, to thee belong ^J The thankful heart, the grateful song; Touch'd by thy love, each tuneful chord Resounds the goodness of the Lord. 2 Thou hast preserve my fleeting breath, And chas'd the gloomy shades of death; The venom 'd arrows vainly fly, When God our great Deliv'rer's nigh. 3 Yet why, dear Lord, this tender care ? Why does thy hand so kindly rear A useless cumb'rer of the ground, On which no pleasant fruits are found ? 4 Still may the barren fig-tree stand ! And, cultivated by thy hand, Verdure, and bloom, and fruit afford, Meet tribute to its bounteous Lord. 5 So shall thy praise employ my breath Through life, and in the arms of death; My soul the pleasant theme prolong, Then rise to aid th' angehc song. 610 -^ew Year's day. P. M. 6.6.6.6.8.8 1 HHHE Lord of earth and sky, J- The God of ages praise ! Who reigns enthron'd on high, Ancient of endless days; Who lengthens out our trial here. And spares us yet another year. 2 Barren and v.ither'd trees. We cumber'd long the ground; No fruit of holiness On our dead souls was found; 386 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS Yet dotli he us in mercy sparo Another, and another year. 3 When justice gave the word To cut the fig-tree down, The pity of our Lord Cried, "Let it still alone:" The Father mild inclines his ear, And spares us yet another year. 4 Jesus, thy speaking blood From God obtain'd the grace, Who therefore hath bestow 'd On us a longer space: Thou didst in our behalf appear. And lo, we see another year ! 5 Then dig about our root, Break up our fallow ground, And let our gracious fruit To thy great praise abound; O let us all thy praise declare, And fruit unto perfection bear. 611 ^ morning song. P.M. 8.8.6.8.8.6. 1 /^NCE more my eyes behold the day, ^^ And to my God my soul would pay Its tributary lays: O may the life preserv'd by thee, With all its pow'rs and blessings, be Devoted to thy praise. 2 Beneath the shadow of thy wings, Israel's great Keeper, King of kings, My weary head found rest: No (lire alarms or racking pains, Devouring flames, or galling chains, Disturb'd my peaceful breast, 3 How many, since I laid me down, Have launcli'd into a world unknown, To meet a dreadful doom! AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 387 While some on wat'ry billows tost, Or wand'rina; on an unknown coast, Have sigh'd in vain for home. 4 But I am sparVl to see thy face, A monument of saving grace, And live to praise thy name: Still be thou near, my gracious Lord, To keep and guide, and by thy word Peace to my soul proclaim. 5 Let me enjoy thy presence here, In ev'ry storm my heart to cheer, Till thou shall bid me rise Where sin and sorrov/ never come, Till at my blest eternal home I wake in sweet surprise. 01^ Mercies renewed morning and evening. L. M. 1 IX/TY God, how endless is thy love ! ItX Thy gifts are ev'ry ev'ning new, And mornii'.g mercies from above Gently descend like early dew. 2 Thou spread'st the curtains of the night. Great Guardian of my sleeping hours; Thy sov'reign word restores the light, And quickens all my drowsy pow'rs. 3 I yield myself to thy command, To thee devote my nights and days; Perpetual blessings from thy hand Demand perpetual hymns of praise. GX3 ^1 morning hymn. L. M, 1 /^OD of the morning, at whose voice vJ The cheerful sun makes haste to rise, And like a giant doth rejoice To run his journey through the skies; 2 From the fair chambers of the east The circuit of his race begins. 388 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS And without weariness or rest, Round the whole earth he flies and shines. 3 O like the sun raav I fulfil Th' appointed duties of the day, With ready mind and active will March on and keep my heav'nly way. 4 But I shall rove and lose the race, If God my sun should disappear, And leave me in this world's wild maze To follow ev'ry wand'ring star. 5 Lord, thy commands are clean and pure, Enlight'ning our beclouded eyes; Thy threat'ning just, thy promise sure, Thy gospel makes the simple Avise. 5 Give me thy counsels for my guide, And then receive me to thy bliss; All my desires and hopes beside Are faint and cold corapar'd with this. 01-i «^ morning song. C. M. 1 /^XCFi more, my soul, the rising day ^^ Salutes thy waking eyes. Once more, my voice, thy tribute pay To him that rules the skies. 2 Night unto night his name repeats, The day renews the sound. Wide as the heav'n on which he sits To turn the seasons round. 3 'Tis he supports my mortal frame, My tongue shall speak his praise: My sins would rouse his Avrath to flame, And yet his wrath delays.* 4 A thousand wretched souls are fled Since the last setting sun. And yet thou length 'nest out my thread, And yet my moments run. AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 389 5 Great God, let all my hours be thine Whilst I enjoy the light, Then shall my sun in smiles decline And bring a pleasant night. 01^ Hymn for morning and evenhxg. CM. 1 TTOSANNAH with a cheerful sound -fl To God's upholding hand ! Ten thousand snares our path surround, And yet secure we stand. 2 How wondrous is that mighty pow'r Which form'd us with a word ! And ev'ry day, and ev'ry hour, We lean upon the Lord. 3 The ev'ning rests our weary head, And mercy guards the room; We wake and we admire the bed That was not made our tomb. 4 The rising morn cannot assure That we shall end the day, For death stands ready at the door To take our lives away. 5 God is our sun, whose daily light Our joy and safety brings; Our feeble frame lies safe at night Beneath his shelt'ring wings. GIO Praise to God in the inorning. C. M. 1 T ORD of my life ! O may thy praise -Li Employ my noblest pow'rs, Whose goodness lengthens out my days And fills the circling hours ! 2 Preserv'd by thine Almighty arm, I pass the shades of night. Serene and safe from ev'ry harm, And see returning liglit. 390 FARTICTLAR OCCASIONS 3 While many spent the night in sighs, And restless pains and woes, In gentle sleep I clos"d mine eyes And undisturb'd repose. 4 When sleep, death's semblance, o'er me spread, And I unconscious lay, Thy -watchful care was round my bed To guard my feeble clay. 5 O let the same almighty care My waking hours'attend; From ey'ry trespass, ev'ry snare, My heedless steps defend. 6 Smile on my minutes as they roll, And guide my future days; And let thy goodness fill my soul W^ith gratitude and praise. 6XT The morning emblematic of eternal day. L. M. 1 TN sleep's serene oblivion laid, J- I safely pass'd the silent night; Again I see the breaking shade, I drink again the morning light. 2 jVe-w-born, I bless the waking hour. Once more, with awe, rejoice to be: My conscious soul resumes her pow'r, And springs, my guardian God! to thee. 3 O guide me through the various maze My doubtful feet are doom'd to tread; And spread thy shield's protecting blaze Where dangers press around my head. 4 A deeper shade shall soon impend, A deeper sleep my eyes oppress; Yet then thy strength shall still defend. Thy goodness still delight to bless. 5 That deeper shade shall break away, That deeper sleep shall leave mine eyes; Thy light shall give eternal day; Thy love, the raptures of the skies. AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 391 61^ e3 morning Song. S. M. 1 O EE ho\\'^ the rising sun ^ Pursues his shining way, And wide proclaims his Maker's praise, With ev'ry bright 'ning ray. 2 Thus would my rising soul Its heav-nly parent sing, And to its great oriorinal The humble tribute bring. 3 Serene I laid nie down Beneath his guardian care; I slept, and I awoke, and found My kind Preserver near ! 4 Thus does thine arm support This weak, defenceless frame: But whence these favors, Lord, to me, So worthless as I am ? 5 O how shall I repay The bounties of my God ? This feeble spirit pants beneath The pleasing, painful load. 6 Dear Savior, to thy cross I bring my sacrifice; By thee perfum'd, it shall ascend With fragrance to the skies. 7 My life I would anew Devote, O Lord, to thee. And in thy blessed presence spend A long eternity. 010 God^s goodness morning and evening. CM 1 pi BEAT God! my early vows to thee vJT With gratitude I'll bring. And at the rosy dawn of day Thy lofty praises sing. 2 Thou round the heav'nly arch doth draw A dark and sable veil, 26 392 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS And all the beauties of the world From mortal eyes conceal. 3 Again the sky with golden beams Thy skillful hands adorn, And paint with cheerful splendor gay The fair ascending morn. 4 And as the gloomy night returns, Or smihng day renews, Thy constant goodness still my soul With benefits pursues. 5 For this will 1 my vows to thee With evening incense bring; And at the rosy dawn of day Thy lofty praises sing. 03O Morning prayer fm' divine protection. C. iVI 1 ^T^O thee, let my first oif 'rings rise, J- Whose sun creates my day; Swift as the glad'ning influence flies, And spotless as his ray. 2 This day thy fav'ring hand be nigh, So oft vouchsaf 'd before ! Still may it lead, protect, supply, And I that hand adore. 3 If bliss thy Providence impart, For which, resign'd, I pray. Give me to feel the grateful heart That, without guilt, is gay. 4 Affliction shouldst thou please to send, As sin's or folly's cure. Patient, to gain that blessed end, May I the means endure. 5 Be this and ev'ry future day Still wiser than the past; That, from the whole of life's survey, I may find peace at last. AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 393 0^1 Resolutions in the morning. L. M. 1 A WAKE, my soul ! and with the sun -^ Thy daily stage of duty run; Sliake off dull sloth, and joyful rise To pay thy morning sacrifice. 2 By influence of the light divine, Let thy own light to others shine; Reflect all ?ieav'n's propitious rays In ardent love and cheerful praise. 3 Lord ! I my vows to thee renew: Disperse my sins as morning dew; Guard my tirst springs of thought and will, And witli thyself my spirit fill. 4 Direct, control, suggest, this day. All 1 design to do or say; That all my povv'rs, with all their might, In thy sole glory may unite. 5 All praise to thee, who safe has kept, And hast refresh 'd me, while I slept! Grant, Lord, when I from death shall wake, 1 may of endless light partake. 622 JMorning. S. M. 'E lift our hearts to thee, O Day-star from on high ! The sun itself is but thy shade, Yet cheers both earth and sky. 2 O let thine orient beams The night of sin disperse, The mists of error and of vice Which shade the universe ! 3 How beauteous nature now '• How dark and sad before ! With joy we view the pleasing change, And nature's God adore. 4 O may no gloomy crime Pollute the rising day; W 394 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS May Jesus' blood, like morning dew, Wash all our stains away. 5 May we this life improve, To mourn for errors past; And live this short, revolving day, As if it were our last. 6 To God, the Father, Son, And Spirit, one in three, Be glory, as it was, is now, And shall for ever be. o33 Morning prayer. P. M. 7.7.7.7 1 VfOW the shades of night are gone, -■-^ Now the morning light is come; Lord, may I be thine to-day — Drive the shades of sin away. 2 Fill my soul with heav'nly light. Banish doubt and cleanse my sight, In thy service, Lord, to-day, Help me labor, help me pray. 3 Keep my haughty passions bound; Save me from my foes around; Going out and coming in. Keep me safe from ev'ry sin. 4 When my work of life is past, O ! receive me then at last ! Night of sin will be no more, When I reach the heav'nly shore. 624 The Lord's day. L. M. 1 A NOTHER six days' work is done, -^ Another Sabbath is begun: Return, my soul, enjoy thy rest, Improve the day thy God has blest. 2 Come, bless the Lord, whose love assigns So sweet a rest to wearied minds; Provides an antepast of heav'n. And gives this day the food of sev'n. ANU CIRCUMSTANCES. 395 3 O that our thoughts and thanks may rise As grateful incense to the skies; And draw from heav'n that sweet repose Which none, but he who feels it, knows. 4 With joy, great God ! thy works we view In various scenes, both old and new; With praise we think of mercies past, With hope we future pleasures taste. 5 In holy duties let the day, kin holy pleasures pass away: How sweet a Sabbath thus to spend, In hope of one that ne'er shall end. 625 The Sabbath. L. M. 1 /^UR Sabbaths come so welcome on, ^^ We wish them to remain awhile, But soon, alas ! their joys are gone, And scarce "bequeath a parting smile.'' 2 Full many are the hours of grief, Allotted to the sons of men, Our Sabbaths bring a short relief. Yet leave us but to mourn again. 3 Ye peaceful days ! and thou blest sun ! Why roll ye in such haste awayl Ye happy hours ! Avhy flow ye on So fost towards eternity? 4 O ! if ye bring an endless day, Speed fast along, nor ever cease; We'll gladly feel your joys decay. In perfect and enduring bliss. 626 hordes day morning. C. M. 1 r\^ this sweet morn my Lord arose V/ Triumphant o'er the grave! He dies to vanquish all my foes, And lives again to save. 2 This is the day for holy rest. Yet clouds will gather soon, 396 PARTIC17LA.R OCCASIONS Except my Lord become my guest, And put ray harp in tune. 3 No heav'nly fire my heart can raise, Without the Spirit's aid; His breath must kindle pray'r and praise, Or I am cold and dead. 4 On all the flocks thy Spirit pour, And saving health convey; A sweet, refreshing Sunday show'r Will make them sing and pray. 5 Direct thy Shepherds how to feed The flocks of thine own choice; Give savor to the heav'nly bread, And bid the folds rejoice. 627 Sabbath morning. C. M. 1 /^OME, dearest Lord, and feed thy sheep, ^ On this sweet day of rest; O bless this flock, and make this fold Enjoy a heav'nly rest. 2 Welcome, and precious to my soul Are these sweet days of love; But what a Sabbath shall I keep When I shall rest above ! 3 I come, I wait, I hear, I pray, Thy footsteps, Lord, I trace; Here, in thine own appointed way, I wait to see thy face. 4 These are the sweet and precious days On which my Lord I've seen; And oft, when feasting on his word, In raptures I have been. 5 O if my soul, when death appears, In this sweet frame be found, I'll clasp my Savior in my arms, And leave this earthly ground. AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 397 6 I long for that delightful hour When from this clay undrest, I shall be cloth 'd in robes divine, And made for ever blest. 638 Sabbath morning. P. M. 7.7.7.7.7.7. 1 O AFELY through another week, l^ God has brought us on our way ; Let us now a blessing seek, Waiting in his courts to-day: Day of all the week the best; Emblem of eternal rest ! 2 While we seek supplies of grace, Through the dear Redeemer's name. Show thy reconciling face — Take away our sins and shame : From our worldly cares set free, May we rest this day in thee. 3 Here we're come, thy name to praise; Let us feel thy presence near: May thy glory meet our eyes. While we in thy house appear: Here afford us, Lord, a taste Of our everlasting feast. 4 May the gospel's joyful sound Conquer sinners, comfort saints; Make the fruits of grace abound, Bring relief for all complaints: Thus let all our Sabbaths prove, Till we join the church above. 030 Confidence in God at evening. L. M. 1 rpHUS far the Lord has led me on; A Thus far his pow'r prolongs my days: And ev'ry ev'ning shall make known Some fresh memorial of his grace. 2 Much of my time his run to waste, And I, perhaps, am near my home; 398 PARTICTLAR OCCASIONS But he forgives my follies past, And strength supplies for days to come. 3 I lay my body down to sleep; Peace is the pillow of my head: His ever watchful eye will keep Its constant guard around my bed. 4 Faith in his name forbids my fear; O may thy presence ne'er depart! And in the morning may I bear Thy loving-kindness on my heart ! 030 An evening hymn. L. M. 1 A NOTHER fleeting day has gone, -^ Slow o'er the west the shadows rise, Swift the soft stealing hours have flown, And night's dark mantle veils the skies. 2 Another fleeting day has gone, Swept from the records of the year; And still with each successive sun. Life's fading visions disappear. 3 Another fleeting day has gone, To tell thy secrets, O my soul; Faithful before th' eternal throne, Thy slightest folly 'twill enrol. 4 Another fleeting day has gone, To join the fugitives before: And I, when life's employ is done. Shall sleep, to wake in time no more. 6 Another fleeting day has gone. And soon a fairer day shall rise; A day whose never-setting sun Shall pour his light o'er cloudless skies. 6 Another fleeting day has gone, In solemn silence rest, my soul; Bend — bend before his awfui throne, Who bids the morn and ev'ning: roll ! AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 399 o3l Evening hymn. I,. M. 1 r^ LORY to thee, my God, this nighl, vX For all the blessings of the light; Keep me, O keep me, King of kings, Under thine own almighty wings. 2 Forgive me. Lord, for thy dear Son, The ills that I this day have done; That with the world, myself, and thee, I, ere I sleep, at peace may be. 3 Teach me to live, that I may dread The grave as little as my bed; Teach me to die, that so I may With joy behold the judgment-day. 4 Lord, let my soul for ever share The bliss of thy paternal care; 'Tis heav'n on earth, 'tis heav'n above, To see thy face and sing thy love. 5 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise him, all creatures here below; Praise him above, ye heav'nly host. Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. 632 Evening hymn. P. M. 7.7.7.7 1 /^MNIPRESENT God, whose aid v>/ No one ever ask'd in vain, Be this night about my bed, Ev'ry evil thought restrain. 2 Lay thy hand upon my soul, God of mine unguarded hours! All mine enemies control. Hell and earth, and nature's pow'rs ! 3 Loose me from the chains of sense, Set me from the body free: Draw with stronger influence My unfetter'd soul to thee. 4 In me. Lord, thyself reveal. Fill me with a sweet surprise; Let me thee, when waking, feel Let me in thine image rise. o 400 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS 033 Evening prayer. C. M. LORD, another day is flown, And we, a lonely band, Are met once more before thy throne, To bless thy fost'ring hand. 2 And wilt thou lend a listening ear To praises low as ours ? Thou wilt ! for thou dost love to hear The song which meekness pours. 3 And, Jesus, thou thy smiles wilt deign, As we before thee pray. For thou didst bless the infant train. And we are less than they. 4 O let thy grace perform its part, And let contention cease ; And shed abroad in ev'ry heart Thine everlasting peace. 634 Evening. C. M, 1 TNDULGENT Father, by whose care J- I've pass'd another day, Let me this night thy mercy share, And teach me how to pray. 2 Show me my sins, and how to mourn My guilt before thy face; Direct me, Lord, to Christ alone, And save me by thy grace. 3 Let each returning night declare The tokens of thy love; And ev'ry hour thy grace prepare My soul for joys above. 4 And when on earth I close my eyes, To sleep in death's embrace. Let me to heav'n and glory rise, 'T enjoy thy smiling face. AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 401 035 Thoughts upon retiring. S. M. 1 npHE day is past and gone, -L The ev'ning shades appear, O may I ever keep in mind The night of death draws near. 2 I lay my garments by, Upon my bed to rest; So death Avill soon remove me hence And leave my soul undrest. 3 Lord, keep me safe this night, Secure from all my fears ; May angels guard me while I sleep, Till morning light appears. 4 And when I early rise. To view th' unwearied sun. May I set out to win the prize, And after glory run: 5 That when my days are past. And I fi'om time remove, Lord, I may in thy bosom rest, The bosom of thy love. 636 Thoughts of death at night. P.M. 78. ^/"HAT if death my sleep invade? Should I be of death afraid ? Whilst encircled by thine arm. Death may strike, but cannot harm. What if beams of op'ning day Shine around my breathless clay? Brighter visions from on high Shall regale my mental eye. Tender friends awhile may mourn Me from their embraces torn; Dearer, better friends I have In the realms beyond the grave. See the guardian-angels nigh Wait to waft my soul on high ! W 402 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS See the golden gates display'd ! See the crown to grace my head ! 5 See a flood of sacred light, Which no more shall yield to night ! Transitory world, farewell ! Jesus calls with him to dwell ! 6 With thy heav'nly presence blest, Death is life, and labor rest: Welcome sleep or death to me, Still secure, for still with thee. 63*7 Evening hymn. C. M. 1 IVrOW from the altar of our hearts -L^ Let incense flames arise; Assist us, Lord, to offer up Our ev'ning sacrifice. 2 Awake^ our love, awake, our joy; Awake, our hearts and tongue: Sleep not when mercies loudly call, Break forth into a song. 3 Minutes and mercies multiplied Have made up all this day; Minutes came quick, but mercies were More fleet and free than they. 4 New time, new favors, and new joys Do a new song require; Till we shall praise thee as m e would, Accept our heart's desire. 5 Lord of our time, whose hand hath set New time upon our score, Thee may w^e praise for all our time, When "time shall be no more ! 009 LonVs day evening. C. M I TT/"HEN, O dear Jesus, when shall 1 V7 Behold thee all serene : Blest in perpetual Sabbath-day, Witliout a veil between! AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 403 2 Assist me, while I wander here, Amidst a world of cares; Incline my heart to pray with love, And then accept my pray'rs. 3 Release my soul from ev'ry chain, No more hell's captive led; And pardon thy repenting child For whom the Savior bled. 4 Spare me, my God, O spare the soul That gives itself to thee; Take all that I possess below, And give thyself to me. 5 Thy Spirit, O my Father, give, To be my guide and friend, To light my path to ceaseless joys, To Sabbaths without end. 030 LorcVs day evening. L. M. 1 T ORD, liow delightful 'tis to see -Li A whole assembly worship thee; At once they sing, at once they pray ! They hear of heav'n, and learn the way. 2 I have been there, and still would go; 'Tis like a little heav'n below: Not all that hell or sin can say, Shall tempt me to forget this day. 3 O write upon my mem'ry, Lord, The text and doctiine of thy word; That I may break thy laws no more, Bat love thee better than before. 4 With thoughts of Christ and things divine, Fill up this foolish heart of mine; That, hoping pardon through his blood, 1 may lie down and wake with God. (>-l:0 ^5h evening song. C. M. 1 THREAD Sov 'reign, let mine ev'ning song -L/ Like holy incense rise ! Assist the off'rings of my tongue To reach the lofty skies. 404 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS 2 Through all the dangers of the day Thy hand was still my guard, And still to drive my wants away Thy mercies stood prepar'd. 3 Perpetual blessings from above Encompass'd me around, But O ! how few returns of love Hath my Creator found. 4 What have I done for him that died To save my wretched soul? How are my follies multiplied, Fast as my minutes roll ! 5 Lord, with this guilty heart of mine^ To thy dear cross I flee. And to thy grace my soul resign, To be renew'd by thee. 6 Sprinkled afresh with pard'ning blood, I lay me down to rest, As in th' embraces of my God, Or on my Savior's breast. 04: X Midnight thoughts recollected. CM. 1 5rpWAS in the Avatches of the night -*- I thought upon thy pov»''r-, I kept thy lovely face in sight Amidst the darkest hour. 2 My flesh lay resting on my bed. My soul arose on high: "My God, my life, my hope,'' I said, "Bring thy salvation nigh." 3 My spirit labors up thy hill. And climbs the heav'nly road; But thy right hand upholds me still, While 1 pursue my God. 4 Thy mercy stretclies o'er my head The shadow of thy wings; My heart rejoices in thine aid, My tongue awakes and sings. AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 405 64^ Evening prayer. CM. 1 T ORD ! thou wilt hear me when I pray, -Li I am for ever thine: I fear before thee all the day, Nor would I dare to sin. 2 And while I rest my weary head, From cares and bus'ness free, 'Tis sweet conversing on my bed With my own heart and thee. 3 I pay this ev'ning sacrifice; And, when rny work is done, Great God, my faith and hope relies Upon thy grace alone. 4 Thus with my thoughts compos 'd to peace, I'll give mine eyes to sleep ; Thy hand in safety keeps my days, And will my slumbers keep ! 643 -4 birth-day hymn. P. M. 6.6.6.6.8.8. ' 1 r^ OD of ray Ufe, to thee vJ My cheerful soul I raise; Thy goodness bade me be, And still prolongs my days: I see my natal hour return, And bless the day that I was born. 2 Though but a child of earth, I glorify thy name, From whom alone my birth, And all my blessing came ; Creating and preserving grace Let all that is within me praise. 3 My soul, and all its pow'rs. Thine, wholly thine shall be, All, all my happy hours I consecrate to thee; Whate'er I have, whate'er I am, Shall magnify my Maker's name. 406 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS 4 Long as I live beneath, To thee O let me live, To thee my ev'ry breath In thanks and blessings give; Me to thine image now restore, And I shall praise thee evermore. 6414 -1 birth-day hymn. P. M. 7s. 1 T MINE Ebenezer raise J- To my kind Redeemer's praise; With a grateful heart I own Hitherto thy help I've known. 2 What may be my future lot, Well I know concerns me not; This should set my heart at rest — What thy will ordains is best. 3 I my all to thee resign; Father, let thy ^v•ill be mme; May but all thy dealings prove Fruits of thy paternal love. 4 Guard me, Savior, by thy pow'r, Guard me in the trying hour; Let thine unremitted care Save me from the lurking snare. 5 Let my few remaining days Be directed to thy praise; So the last, the closing scene Shall be tranquil and serene. 6 To thy will I leave the rest, Grant me but this one request, Both in life and death to prove Tokens of thy special love. 04:5 •^ loedding hymn. C. M. T O INGE Jesus freely did appear, ^ To grace a marriage feast, O Lord, we ask thy presence here, To make a wedding guest. AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 407 2 Upon the wedded pair look down, Who now have pHghted hands; Their union witli thy favor crown, And bless their nuptial bands. 3 With gifts of grace their hearts endow, Of all rich dowries best! Their substance bless, and peace bestow, To sweeten ail the rest. 4 In purest love their souls unite, That they, with Christian care, May make domestic burdens light, By taking mutual share. 5 True helpers may they prove indeed, In pray'r and faith and hope; And see with joy a godly seed To build their household up. 6 On ev'ry soul assembled here O make thy face to shine; Thy goodness more our hearts can cheer Than richest food or wine. 046 Marriage. L. M. 1 TXriTH grateful hearts and tuneful lays, ▼ » We bow before th' eternal throne. And offer up our humble praise To him whose name is God alone. 2 On this auspicious eve draw near, And shed thy richest blessings down; Fill ev'ry heart Avith love sincere, And all thy faithful mercies crown. 3 Grant now thy presence, gracious Lord, And hearken to our fervent pray'r; The nuptial vow in heav'n record. And bless the newly married pair. 4 O guide them safe this desert through, 'Mid all the cares of life and love, At length, with joy, thy face to view In fairer, better v.orlds above. 27 408 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS 0-i:T A welcomt to Chnslian friends. L. M. 1 T^INDRED in Christ, for his dear sake, -•^ A hearty vvelconie here receive: May we together now partake The joys which only he can give. 2 To you and us by grace 'tis giv'n To know the Savior's precious name; And shortly v/e shall meet in heav'n, Our hope, our way, our end the same. .3 May he, by whose kind care we meet, Send his good Spirit from above — Make our communications sweet, And cause our hearts to burn with love. 4 Forgotten be each worldly theme, When Christians see each other thus; We only wish to speak of him Who liv'd and died, and reigns for us. 5 We'll talk of all he did and said, And suffer'd for us here belov/; The path he mark'd for us to tread, And what he's doing for us now. 6 Thus, as the moments pass away, We'll love and wonder and adore; And hasten on the glorious day When we shall meet to part no more. 648 Visiting a friend. P.M. 79 1 TJEACE be on this house bestow 'd, ■^ Peace on all that here reside ; Let the priceless peace of God With the man of peace abide ! Let the Spirit now come down, Let his presence fill the place; Son of peace, receive thy crown, Fullness of the gospel grace. 2 Christ, my Master and my Lord, Let me thy forerunner be : AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 409 O be mindful of tliy word, Visit them and visit me ! To this house, and all herein, Now let thy salvation come ! Save our souls from inbred sin ! Make us thitie eternal home ! 3 Let us never, never rest Till the promise is fulfill'd, Till we are of thee possess 'd, Pardon 'd, sanctified and seal'd; Till we all, in love renew'd, Find the pearl that Adam lost, Teniplcs of the livi!ig God, Fatlier, Son and Holy Ghost. 6-10 'At parting. S. JVL 1 A ND let our bodies part, -^ To (liff 'rent climes repair; Inseparably join'd in heart The friends of Jesus are. 2 Jesus, the corner stone, Did first our hearts unite ! And still he keeps our spirits one, Who Avalk with him in white. 3 O let us still proceed In Jesus' work below; And following our triumphant Head, Onward to conquest go. 4 The Vineyard of the Lord Before his lab'rers lies ; And lo ! we see the vast reward Which waits us in the skies ! 5 O let our heart and mind Continually ascend, That heaven of repose to find Where all our labors end. 6 Where all our toils are o'er. Our suff 'rings and our pain; 1 I 410 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS ] Who meet on that eternal shore Shall never part again. 7 O happy, happy place, Where saints and angels meet; There we shall see each other's face, J And all our brethren greet. ] 8 To gather home his own, God shall liis angels send. And bid our bliss, on earth begun, ] In deathless triumphs end. 050 ^t parting. C. M 1 T ORD, when together here we meet, \ -*~^ And taste thy Tieav'nly grace, ' Thy smiles are so divinely sweet, : We're loth to leave the place. 2 But, Father, since it is thy will That we must part again, 0 may thy special presence still With each of us remain. 3 And let us all in Christ be one. Bound with the chords of love, , Till we before Ihy glorious throne • ] Sliall joyful meet above. ; 4 All sin and sorrow from each heart Shall then for ever fly; j Nor shall a thought that we must part I Once interrupt our jo}'. 6ol Prayer at parting. P.M. 7s i 1 TT^OR a season call'd to part, i J- Let us now ourselves commend | To the gracious eye and heart Of our ever-present Friend. 2 Jesus, hear our humble pray'r! 1 Tender Shepherd of thy sheep I Let thy mercy and thy care ' All our souls in safety keep. AND CinCUMSTANCES. 411 3 In thy strength may we be strong, Sweeten ev'ry cross and pain: Give us, if we live, ere long In thy peace to meet again. 4 Then, if thou thy help afford, Ebenezers shall be rear'd; And our souls shall praise the Lord Who our poor petitions heard. Oo^ Mvanlages of religion in youth. C. M. 1 TTAPPY is he whose early years ^n. Receive instruction well; Who hates the sinner's path, and fears The road that leads to hell. 2 'Tis easier Avork, if we begin To serve the Lord betimes; While sinners, who grow old in sin, Are harden 'd by their crimes. 3 It saves us from a thousand snares To mind religion young; With joy it crowns succeeding years, And makes our virtues strong. 4 To thee, Almighty God ! to thee Our hearts we now resign: 'Twill please us to look back and see That our whole lives were thine ! 5 Let the sweet work of pray'r and praise Employ our daily breath: Thus we're prepar'd for future days, Or fit for early death. (153 -3 call to the young. L. M. 1 lyrOW, in the heat of youthful blood, -L-^ Remember your Creator, God: Behold, the months come hast'ning on. When you shall say, "my joys are gone." 2 God from on high beholds your thoughts; His book records your secret faults: 412 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS. The works of darkness men have done Must all appear before the sun. 3 Behold the aged shiner goes, Laden with guilt and heavy woes, Down to the regions of the dead, With bitt'rest curses on his head. 4 The dust returns to dust again; The soul, in agonies of pain, Ascends to God, not there to dwell, But hears her doom, and sinks to hell. 5 God of the young ! turn off their eyes, From earth's alluring vanities; And let the warnings of thy word Awake their souls to fear the Lord ! 054: Prayer for the children of the church. L. M. 1 T\EAR Savior, if these lambs should stray -L' From thy secure enclosure's bound, And, lur'd by worldly joys away, Among the thoughtless crowd be found; 2 Remember still that they are thine, That thy dear sacred name they bear, Think that the seal of love divine, — The sign of cov'nant grace they wear. 3 In all their erring, sinful years, O let them ne'er forgotten be; Remember all the pray'rs and tears Which made them consecrate to thee. 4 And when these lips no more can pray, These eyes can weep for them no more, Turn thou their feet from folly's way, The wand'rers to thy fold restore. 655 Evil effects of neglected education. S. M. 1 TJEHOLD, O Israel's God! J-' From thine exalted throne, And view the dang'rous state of those Thou call'st to be thine own. AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 413 2 The children of thy flock, By early cov'nanl thine, See how they pour their bleeding souls On dv'ry idol's shrine ! 3 To indolence and pride What piteous victims made! Crush 'd in their parents' fond embrace, And by their love betray 'd. 4 By pleasure's polish'd dart What numbers here are slain ! What numbers there for slaughter bound In Mamraon''s golden chain ! 5 O let thme arm awake, And dash the idols down; O call the captives of their pow'r Thy treasure and thy crown. 6 Thee let the fathers own. And thee the sons adore; Join'd to the Lord by solemn vows, To be forgot no more ! 056 Old age. C. M. 1 1\TY flying years time urges on; 111. What's mortal must decay; My friends — my youth's companions gone, Can I expect to stayr 2 Can I exemption plead, when death Projects his awful dart? Can med'cine then prolong my breath? Or virtue shield my heart? 3 O ! no — then smooth, O Lord, the hour; On thee my hope depends: Support me with almighty pow'r, While dust to dust descends. 4 Then shall my soul, O gracious God! (While angels guard the way,) With rapture haste to thine abode, To dwell in endless day. 414 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS ■ Through heav'n, hoM'e'er remote the bound, Tliy love I'll then proclaim, And join the choir of saints that sound Their great Redeemer's name. OOfli Solicitude for the conversion of children. S. M. 1 n^HOU God of sovereign grace, -»- In mercy now appear; We long to see thy smiling face, And feel that thou art near. 2 Receive these lambs to-day, O Shepherd of the flock, And wash the stains of guilt away Beside the smitten Rock. 3 Thy saving health impart, O Comforter divine; Now make these children pure in heart, Make them entirely thine. 4 To-day in love descend; O come this precious hour; In mercy now their spirits bend By thy resistless power. 5 Low bending at thy feet. Our offspring we resign: Thine arm is strong, thy love is great, And high thy glories shine. 658 Prayer for children. S. M. 1 /^^ R.EAT God, now condescend ^J To bless our rising race; Soon may their willing spirits bend To tJiy victorious grace. 2 O what a vast delight Their happiness to see! Our warmest wishes all unite To lead their souls to thee. 3 Dear Lord, thy Spirit pour Upon our infant seed; AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 415 0 bring the long'd-for happy hour That makes them thine indeed. 4 May they receive thy word, Confess the ;^avior's name; Then follow their despised Lord Through the baptismal stream. 5 Thus let our favor 'd race Surround thy sacred board, There to adore thy sov'reign grace And sing tlieir dying Lord. doO Prayer of parents for their offspring. L. M. 1 IVTOW, Father, Son and Holy Ghost, -1-^ To whom we for our children cry ! The good desir'd and wanted most, Out of thy richest grace supply. 2 Error and ignorance remove, The blindness of their hearts and mind; Give them the wisdom from above. Spotless and peaceable and kind. 3 Answer on them the end of all Our cares and pains and studies here! On them, recover'd from their fall. Stamp 'd ^vith the humble character. 4 Unite what long has been disjoin'd, Knowledo'e and vital piety, Learning and holiness combin'd, And truth and love let all men see. 5 Father, accept them through thy Son, And ever by thy Spirit guide ! Thy wisdom in their lives be shown, Thy name confess 'd and glorified. 660 Family religion. P. M. 8.8.6.8.8.6. 1 T AND my house will serve the Lord: -*- But first obedient to thy word 1 must myself appear: By actions, words and tempers, show That I my heav'nly Master know, And serve with heart sincere. 416 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS 2 I must the good example set To those that on my pleasure wait; The stumbling-block remove: Their duty by my life explain, And still in all my works maintain The dignity of love. 3 Easy to be entreated, mild Quickly appeas'd and reconcil'd, A foll'wer of my God : \ A saint indeed I long to be, i And wish to lead my family ] In the celestial road. . \ 4 A sinner sav'd myself from sin, j I strive my family to win, ; That they may be forgiv'n; ' The children, Lord, and servants bless, j And through the paths of righteousness Conduct us all to heav'n. i 661 Liberality. h M, ; WHAT stupendous mercy shines ' •ound the majesty of heav'n! Rebels lie deigns to call his sons, Their souls renew'd, their sins forgiv'n. j Go imitate the grace divine, — j The grace that blazes like a sun; Hold forth your fair, though feeble light, i Through all your lives let mercy run. Upon your bounty's willing wings Swift let the great salvation fly; ! The hungry feed, the naked clothe; ] To pain and sickness help apply. The weeping widow's grief console, j And be her counselor and stay; Adopt the fatherless, and smooth j To useful, happy life, his way. i Let age, with want and weakness bow'd, Your feelings of compassion move; ^ An AND CIRCUMSTAKCES. J 17 Let e'en your enemies be bless'd, — Their hatred recompens'd with love. 6 When all is done, renounce your deeds — Renounce self-righteousness with scorn: Thus will you glorify your God, And thus the Christian name adorn. 062 Providing hags that wax not old. C. M. 1 "YTES, there are joys that cannot die, i With God laid up in store; Treasure, beyond the changing sky, Brighter than golden ore. 2 The seeds which piety and love Have scatter'd here below, In the fair, fertile fields above To ample harvests grow. 3 The mite my willing hands can give, At .Tesus' feet I lay; Grace sliall the humble gift receive, And grace at large repay, 003 Liberality. L. M. 1 npHE gold and silver are the Lord's, -*- And ev'ry blessing earth affords; All come from his propitious hand. And must return at his command. I The blessings which I now enjoy, I must for Christ and souls employ; For if I use them as mine own. My Lord will soon call in his loan. When I to him in want apply, He never will my suit deny; And shall I then refuse to give, Since I so much from him receive? Shall Jesus leave the realms of day, And clothe himself in humble clay ? Shall he become despis'd and poor. To make me rich for evermore ? \ 418 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS 5 And shall I wickedly withhold To give my silver or my gold ? To aid a cause my soul approves, And save the sinners Jesus loves?* 004- Imitation of Christ in doing good. L. M. 1 "1T/"HEN Jesus dwelt in mortal clay, » » What Avere his works from day to day, But miracles of pow'r and grace, Which spread salvation through our race? ] 2 Teach us, O Lord, to keep in view j Thy pattern, and thy steps pursue: i Let alms bestow 'd, let kindness done, Be witness'd by each rolling sun. : 3 That man may last, but never lives, j Who much receives, but nothing gives; ! Whom none can love, whom none can thank, Creation's blot, creation's blank. 4 But he who marks from day to day Li gen'rous acts his radiant way, I Treads the same path the Savior trod, j The path to glory and to God. I 005 Relieving Christ in his members. C. M. j 1 TESUS, my Lord, how rich thy grace! , tl Thy bounties how complete! How shall I count the matchless sum, How pay the mighty debt? 2 High on a throne of radiant light Dost thou exalted shine: ! What can my poverty bestow, | When all the worlds are thine ? ' 3 But thou hast brethren here below, j The partners of tliy grace, ' And wilt confess their humble names '; Before thy Father's face. ' 4 In them thou may'st be cloth'd and fed. And visited and cheer'd: J AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 419 And in their accents of distress My Savior's voice is heard. 5 Thy face, with rev'rence and with love, We in thy poor would see; O let us rather beg our bread Than keep it back from thee. 600 The importance of educating youth. CM. 1 T)LEST is tiie man whose heart expands -D At melting pity's call, And the rich blessings of whose hands Like heav'nly manna fall. 2 Mei'cy, descending from above, In softest accents pleads; O may each tender bosom move When mercy intercedes. 3 Be ours the bliss in wisdom's way To guide untutor'd youth, And lead the mind that went astray To virtue and to truth. 4 Children our kind protection claim, And God will well approve When infants learn to lisp his name And their Creator love. 5 Delightful work ! young souls to win, And turn the rising race From the deceitful paths of sin, To seek redeeming grace. 6 Almighty God! thine influence shed To aid this good design : The honors of thy name be spread, And all the glory thine. OOT Youth instructed. L. M. Congregation. 1 ]VrOW let our hearts conspire to -L^ A cheerful anthem to thy praise; Let music, sweet as incense, rise With grateful odors to the skies. i ! 420 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS Children. 2 Teach us to bow before thy face, Nor let our hearts forget thy grace; When lost in ignorance we lay. Thy goodness snatch'd our souls away. Congregation. 3 O what a num'rous race we see, In ignorance and misery ! Shall they continue still to lie, , In ignorance and misery? : Children. ! 4 Give, Lord, each lib'ral soul to prove ; The joys of thine exhaustless love: \ May we the sacred Scriptures know, ! And like the blessed Jesus grow. j Congregation. i 5 We feel a sympathizing heart; i Lord, 'tis a pleasure to impart ; I Hear thou our cry, and pitying see, ' O let these children live to thee. : 008 Sunday School celebration. C. M' Congregation. ; 1 /^REAT God, accept our songs of praise ! ^^ Which we would to thy honor raise; j Bless our attempts to spread abroad i The knowledge of our Savior God. Children. 2 Next to our God, our thanks are due I To those who love and pity show, ' In kindly pointing out the road That leads to Christ, the way to God. ^ Congregation, 3 We claim no merit of our own; : Great God, the work is thine alone! i Thou didst at first our hearts incline To carry on this great design. i AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 4S1 Children. 4 Now we are taught to read and pray, To hear God's word, to keep his day; Lord, here accept the thanks we bring — Our infant tongues thy praise would sing. Congregation. 5 With those dear children we'll unite; Their songs inspire us with delight; « Lord, while on earth we sing thy love, May angels join the notes above. Children. 6 Great God, our benefactors bless, Congregation. And crown thy work with great success; Both. O may we meet around thy throne. To sing thy praise in strains unknown. 669 Sunday School. L. M. OWFIAT a pleasure 'tis to see Christians in harmony agree To teach the rising race to know They're born in sin, exposed to woe. Children. O what a privilege is this, That we obtain so rich a grace ! We're taught the path to endless day — We're taught to read, to sing, and pray. Chorus. To God let highest praise be giv'n; Hark! how the echo sounds from heav'n: Come, let us with the angels join — Glory to God, good will to men. Congregation. Lord, thou in thy most sacred page, Call'st children thine own heritasre: 422 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS j Accept them, bless them with thy grace i Till they above behold thy face. i Children. : 4 Let blessings in abundance flow j On all around us here below; | May we our benefactors meet ( Around Jehovah's blissful seat. Chorus. To God let highest praise be giv'n, Hark ! how the echo sounds, &.c. 0 T O Fo'>' Sunday School children. C. M' 1 /^NCE more we keep the sacred day ^^ That saw the Savior rise; Once more we tune our infant song To him that rules the skies. 2 What numbers vainly spend these hour That are to Jesus due ! Children and parents, how they live ! And how they perish too ! 3 But we, a happier few, are taught The ways of heav'nly truth: We hail once more the plan of love That pities wand 'ring youth. 4 Our foolish hearts are prone to err; Too oft we find it so; O may the God of grace forgive, And better hearts bestow. 5 Teach us the way, while here we learn To read thy holy word; Bless all the kind instructions giv'n, And make us thine, O Lord. 6 Praise to our God, and thanks to those Who thus our souls befriend ; While the rich benefit we reap, On them thy blessing send. AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 423 0*7 X for Sunday Schoolchildren. S. M 1 T ORD, in the days of youth J-^ May we in grace improve, And learn the word of sacred truth, The Savior's dying love. 2 Our moments haste aw^ay With ev'ry heaving breath, And swiftly hastens on the day When we must sink in death. 3 While some are never taught The way of God with care, We bless the Lord that we are brought To this thy house of pray'r. 4 Lord, give us ears to hear, And hearts to understand; In trouble may we find thee near — A Savior close at hand 5 Through life's dark rugged road, Thus far we're kept by thee: May heav'n at last be our abode. Thy glory there to see. 6 Blest be our God, who lives And reigns with boundless sway; Richly our benefactor gives : We'll praise him all the day. 7 Beyond the azure sky, We'll praise thee more and more-, And through a long eternity A God in Christ adore. 0*73 Hope in sickness. C. M 1 T ORD ! I am pain'd; but I resign .1 -L' My body to thy will; 'Tis grace, 'tis wisdom all divine Appoints the pains I f&el. 2 Dark are the ways of providence, When those who love thee groan : 28 424 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS Thy reasons lie conceal'd from sense, Mysterious and unknown. 3 Yet nature may have leave to speak, And plead before her God, Else would th' o'erburthen'd spirit break Beneath his heavy rod. 4 The mournful groans and flowing tears, Give ray poor spirit ease; While ev'ry groan my Father hears, And ev'ry tear he sees. 5 Is not some smiling hour at hand, With peace upon its wings ! Give it, O God! thy swift command, With all the joys it brings. O T O Life and death in the hands of God. L. M. 1 TTTHEN mortal man resigns his breath, VV 'Tis God directs the shafts of death ; Casual though the stroke appear, He sends the fatal messenger. 2 All pow'r is in that hand divine; That hand must first the Avarrant sign, And arm the death and wing the dart, Which speeds his message to our heart. 3 Who first inspir'd the breath of life, Prolongs or ends the mortal strife. Brings to the margin of the grave. And shows us thence his pow'r to save. 4 If thou my body hence will raise, I'll publish my Restorer's praise, My life at thy dear hands receive, And only for thy glory live. 6*74: Sick-bed devotion. C. M. 1 /^OD of my life, look gently down, VJ Behold the pains I feel: Bui I am dumb before thy throne, Nor dare dispute thy will. AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 425 2 Diseases are thy servants, Lord, They come at thy command: I'll not attempt a murm'ring word Against thy chast'iiing hand. 3 Yet I may plead with humble cries, Remove thy sharp rebukes; My strength consumes, my spirit dies Through thy repeated strokes. 4 Crush'd as a moth beneath thy hand. We moulder to the dust; Our feeble pow'rs can ne'er withstand, And all our beauty's lost. 5 I only sojourn here below, As all my fathers did; May I be well prepar'd to go When I the summons hear. 6 But if my life be spar'd awhile Before my last remove. Thy praise shall be my bus'ness still, And I'll declare thy love. 6T5 Sick-bed reJleciio7is. S. M. 1 TUST o'er the grave I hung — *' No pardon met mine eyes, As blessings never greet the slain, And hope shall never rise. 2 Sweet mercy to my soul Reveal 'd no charming ray; Before me rose a long — dark night, With no succeeding day. 3 Then O how vain appear'd The joys beneath the sky ! Lilie visions past — like flow'rs that bloom When wintry storms are nigh. 4 How mourn 'd my sinking soul The Sabbath's hours divine, The day of grace, that precious day, Consum'd in sense and sin 426 PARTICULAR 0CCASIO.\S 5 The work — the mighty work Of life, so long delay'd — Repentance yet to be begun Upon a dying bed. O • O Consolation in sickness. C. M. 1 ?T^IS hard to part from those we love, A Who weep beside our bed, Whose tears bedew our burning brow, Whose arm supports our head: 2 When fading from the dizzy view, I sought their forms in vain; The bitterness of death I knew. And groan 'd to live again. 3 'Tis dreadful when th' accuser's pow'r Assails the sinking he.irt, Recalling ev'ry wasted hour, And each unworthy part. 4 Yet, Jesus, in that mortal fray, Thy blessed comfort stole, Like sunshine in an autumn day, Across my darken 'd soul. 5 When, soon or late, this feeble breath No more to thee can pray, Support me through the vale of death. And in the darksome way. 6 When cloth'd in fleshly weeds again I wait thy dread decree, Judge of the world, remember then That thou hast died for me. 0 • • God our help in trouble. C. M. 1 IVTY soul, the awful hour will come, -L'J- Apace it passeth on. To bear this body to the tomb, And thee to scenes unknown. 2 My heart, long lab'ring with its woes, Shall pant and sink away; AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 427 And you, my eyelids, soon shall close On the last glimm'ring ray. 3 Whence in that hour shall I receive A cordial for my pain? When, if earth's monarchs were my friends, Those friends would weep in vain. 4 Great King of nature and of grace, To thee my spirit flies, And opens all its deep distress Before thy pitying eyes. 5 All its desires to thee are known, And ev'ry secret fear; The meaning of each broken groan Well notic'd by thine ear. 6 O fix me by that mighty pow'r, Which to such love belongs, Where darkness veils the eyes no more, And groans are chang'd to songs. GTS On recovering from disease. P.M. 8.8.8.8 1 TTOW vast is the tribute I owe J-l Of gratitude, homage and praise. To the giver of all I possess, The life and the length of my days. 2 When the sorrows I boded were come, I pour'd out my sighs and my tears; And to him, who alone can relieve, My soul breath'd her vows and her pray'rs. 3 When my heart throbb'd witii pain and alarm, When paleness my cheek overspread, When sickness pervaded my frame — Then my soul on my Maker was stay'd. 4 When death's awful image was nigh, And no mortal was able to save, Thou didst brighten the valley of death, And illumine the gloom of the grave. F" 428 PARTICULAR OCCASlOifS 5 In mercy thy presence dispels The shades of adversity's night, And turns the sad scene of despair To a morning of joy and delight. 6 Great source of m}' comforts restor'd ! Thou healer and balm of my woes! Thou hope and desire of my soul ! On thy mercy I'll ever repose. 7 How boundless the gratitude due To thee, O thou God of my praise ! The fountain of all I possess, The life and the light of my days. 6*79 Tlie frailty of man. L. M. IIRM was my health, my day was bright, And I jiresum'd 'twould ne'er be night; Fondly I said, within my heart, Pleasure and peace shall ne'er depart. 2 But I forgot thine arm was strong, Which made my mountain stand so long; And when thy face was turn'd aside, My health was gone, my comforts died. 3 Hear me, O Got! of grace! I said, And raise me from among the dead: Thy word rebuk'd the pains I felt; Thy pard'ning love remov'd my guilt. 4 I will extol thee. Lord, on high: At thy command, diseases fly: Who but a God can speak and save From the dark borders of the grave.' 5 Thine anger but a moment stays; Thy love is life and length of days: Though grief and tears the night employ, The morning-star restores our joy. CSO Ood delivereth his saints from affliction. C. M. 1 T LOVE the Lord: he heard my cries, -»- And pitied ev'ry groan: Long as I live, when troubles rise, I'll hasten to his throne. AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 429 2 I love the Lord ; he bovv'd his ear, And chas'd my griefs awaj': O let my heart no more despair, While I have breath to pray. 3 Among the saints that fill thy house, My oft"'ring shall be paid; There shall my zeal perform the vows My soul in anguish made. 4 Tiie Lord beheld me sore distrest; He bade my pains remove : Return, my soul, to God, thy rest, For thou hast known his love. 081.t Comfort in sickness and death. C. M. 1 TT7HEX sickness shakes the languid frame, » ▼ Each phantom pleasure flies; Vain hopes of bliss no more obscure Our long-deluded eyes. 2 The tott'ring frame of mortal life Shall crumble into dust; Nature shall faint; but learn, my soul. On nature's God to trust. 3 The man whose pious heart is fix'd Securely on his God, In ev'ry frown may comfort find, And kiss the chast'ning rod. 4 Nor him shall death itself alarm; On heav'n his soul relies; With joy he views his Maker's love, And with composure dies. GS2 Sickness and recovery. CM. 1 IX/I Y God, thy service well demands -l-'J- The remnant of my days; Why was this fleeting breath renew'd, But to renew thy praise? 2 Thine arms of everlasting love Did this weak frame sustain; 430 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS i When life was hov'ring o'er the grave, And nature sunk with pain. I 3 Thou, when the pains of death were felt, ; Didst chase the fears of hell, ; And teach my pale and quivering lips 1 Thy matchless grace to tell. ^ 4 Calmly 1 bow'd my fainting head On thy dear faithful breast ; ! Pleas'd to obey my Father's call ; To his eternal rest. ■ 5 Into thy hands, my Savior God, Did I my soul resign, i In firm dependence on that truth ! Which made salvation mine. 6 Back from the borders of the grave, ' At tliy command I come, , Nor will I urge a speedier flight j To my celestial home. j 083 *Sffliction, or meditation on GocVs love. C. M. j 1 TTTHEN languor and disease invade : ^^ This trembling house of clay, 'Tis sweet to look beyond my pains j And long to fly away. ' 2 Sweet to look inward, and attend The whispers of liis love; Sweet to look upward to the place Where Jesus pleads above. 3 Sweet to look back, and see my name I In life's fair book set down; Sweet to look forward and behold Eternal joys my own. ! 4 Sweet to reflect how grace divine , My sins on Jesus laid; , Sweet to remember that his blood My debt of sufif'ring paid. AND CIRCUMSTA.VCES. 431 5 Sweet in his righteousness to stand, Which saves from second death; Sweet to experience, day by day, His spirit's quick'ning breath. 6 If such the sweetness of tlie streams, What must tlie fountain be, Where saints and angels draw their bliss Immediately from thee ! 684 Sweet^afflicticn. P.M. 8.7.8.7.8.7 1 TN the floods of tribulation, -*- While the billows o'er me roll, Jesus whispers consolation, And supports my faintingr soul: Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Praise the Lord.* 2 Floods of tribulation heighten, Billows still around me roar, Those that know not Christ — ye frighten, But my soul defies your pow'r: Hallelujah, &c. 3 In the sacred page recorded Thus his word securely stands — "Fear not, I'm in trouble near thee; Naught shall pluck thee from my hands:" Sweet affliction, sweet affliction, Ev'ry word my love demands* 4 Bless'd there Avith a weight of glory, Still the path I'll ne'er forget, But, exulting, cry, it led me To my blessed Savior's seat: Sweet affliction, sweet affliction. Which has brought to Jesus' feet. PUBLIC AND NATIONAL BLESSINGS AND AFFLICTIONS. 685 Thanksgiving. L. M. 1 "pRAISE, happy land! Jehovah's name; -■^ His goodness, and thy bliss proclaim: For thee each blessing largely flows That freedom's lib'ral hand bestows. 432 PAUTICULAR OCCASIONS 2 Thy children are secure and blest; Thy shores have peace, thy cities rest; He feeds thy sons with finest wheat, And adds his blessing to their meat. 3 Thy chansjing seasons he ordains, Thine early and thy latter rains; His flakes of snow like wool he sends, And well the springing corn defends. 4 But he hath nobler works and ways, To call his people to his praise: To all our land his laws are shown; His gospel 's through the nation known. 086 Jfational security from God. C. M. 1 TN vain opposing nations rage, -8- If God with us abide : One word of his dissolves their strength, And humbles all their pride. 2 His wisdom sees correction meet; He gives the dread command, And war its desolation spreads Through ev'ry trembling land. 3 His purpose wrought, again he speaks, And desolations cease; War's loud alarms are heard no more, And all the world is peace. 4 Mortals, adore his sov 'reign pow'r. Nor dare provoke his rod: Through all your various tribes be still, And know that he is God. o8 • In time of war. S. M 1 /^OD, to correct the world, ^J^ In wrath is slow to rise; But comes at length, in thunder cloth 'd, And darkness veils the skies. 2 His banners, lifted high. The nations' God declare, AKD CIRCUMSTANCES. 433 And, stain'd with blood, with terrors mark'd, Spread wonder and despair. 3 All earthly pomp and pride Are in his presence lost; Empires o'erturn'd, thrones, sceptres, crowns. In wild confusion tost. 4 While war and woe prevail, And desolation wide; In God, the sov'reign Lord of all, The righteous still confide. 5 Mysterious is the course Of his resistless way: His path is in the trackless winds, And in the foaming sea. 6 Yet, though now wrapt in clouds, And from our view conceal 'd The righteous Judge will soon appear, In majesty reveal'd ! 7 He'll curb the lawless pow'r, The deadly wrath of man; And all the windings will unfold Of his own gracious plan. 8 The sons of tyranny In ruin shall be hurl'd: And light, and liberty, and bliss, Embrace the new-born world. 68 S In time of 10 ar. L. M. 1 f\^ thee, great Ruler of the skies, ^^ On thee our steadfast hope relies; When hostile pow'rs against us join, What aid so present, Lord, as thine.' 2 By thee secur'd, no fears we own. Though earth, convuls'd, beneath us groan. Though tempests o'er her surface sweep, And whirl her hills into the deep; 434 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS ; 3 Though, arm'd with rage, before our eyes i That deep in all its horrors rise, j While, as the tumult spreads around, ' The mountains tremble at the sound. 4 Behold fair Sion's blest retreat, Where God has fixt his awful seat; Whose walls to heav'n's almighty Lord His chosen residence afford. 5 God, ever watchful, ever nigh. Bids storms around her harmless fiy, His early care each foe withstands. And backward turns the yielding bands. o89 P-rayer for peace. L. M. 1 TTTHILE Justice waves her vengeful hand i W Tremendous o'er a guilty land, I Almighty God, thine awful pow'r ] With fear and trembling we adore. j 2 Where shall we hide but at thy feet? ! Our only refuge is thy seat; 1 Thy seat where potent mercy pleads, ' And holds thy thunder from our heads. . 3 While peace and plenty blest our days, Where was the tribute of our praise? Ungrateful race ! how have we spent ' The blessings which thy goodness lent! 4 Look down, O Lord, with pitying eye; Though loud our crimes for vengeance cry, i Let mercy's louder voice prevail, ; Nor thy long-sufF'ring patience fail. 5 Encourag'd by thy sacred word. May we not plead thy promise, Lord, That when an humble nation mourns, Thy rising wrath to pity turns? 6 O let thy sov'reign grace impart Contrition to each rocky heart; And bid sincere repentance flow ; In general, undissembled woe. AND CIRCr.MSTAN'CES. 435 7 Fair smiling peace a?;ain restore; With plenty bless the pining poor: And may a happy, thankful land, Obedient own thy guardian hand. 690 Prayer for peace. L. M. 1 TX7HILE o'er our guilty land, O Lord, VV We view the terrors of thy sword, O whither shall the helpless fly ? To whom but thee direct their cry? 2 The helpless sinner's cries and tears Are grown familiar to thine ears: Oft has thy mercy sent relief, When all was fear and hopeless grief. 3 On thee our guardian God we call — Before thy throne of grace we fall; And is there no deliv 'ranee there? And must we perish in despair? 4 See, we repent, Ave weep, we mourn — To our forsaken God we turn ! O spare our guilty country — spare The church which thou hast planted here. 5 We plead thy grace, indulgent God; We plead thy Son's atoning blood; We plead thy gracious promises — And are they unavailing pleas? 6 These pleas, presented at thy throne, Have brought ten thousand blessings down On guilty lands in helpless woe; Let them prevail to save us too. 691 For a public fast. CM. 1 ^EE, gracious God, before thy throne ^ Thy mourning people bend ! 'Tis on thy sov 'reign grace alone Our humble hopes depend. 2 Dark judgments from thy mighty hand Thy dreadful power display ; 436 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS Yel mercy spares this guilty land, And still we live to pray.** 3 How chang'd, alas! are truths divine For error, guilt and shame ! What impious numbers, bold in sin. Disgrace the Christian's name. 4 Regardless of thy smile or frown, Their pleasures they require, And sink with blind indiff 'rence down To everlasting fire. 5 O turn us, turn us, mighty Lord, By thine unbounded grace; Then shall our hearts obey thy word, And humbly seek thy face. 6 Then should insulting foes invade, We shall not sink in fear; Secure of never-failing aid, If God, our God, is near. 09^ Confession and prayer. L. M. 1 f~\ MAY the pow'r which melts the rock V^ Be felt by all assembled here ! Or else our service will but mock The God whom we profess to fear. 2 Lord, while thy judgments shake the land Thy people's eyes are fix'd on thee! We own thy just, uplifted hand. Which thousands cannot, will not see. 3 How long hast thou bestow'd thy care On this indulg'd, ungrateful spot; While other nations, far and near, Have envied and admir'd our lot. 4 Here peace and liberty have dwelt. The glorious gospel brightly shone; And oft our enemies have felt That God has made our cause his own. AND CIRCUMSTANCES. 437 5 But ah ! both heav'n and earth have heard Our vile requital of his love ! We, whom like children he has rear'd, Against his goodness rebels prove. 6 His grace despised, his pow'r defied, And leofions of the blackest crimes, Profaneness, riot, lust and pride, Are signs that mark the present times. 7 The Lord, displeas'd, hath rais'd his rod; Ah, where are now the faithful few Who tremble for the ark of God, And know what Israel ought to dor 8 Lord, hear thy people ev'ry where, Who meet to mourn, confess and pray; The nation and thy churches spare, And let thy wx-alh be turned away. olio Praise for deliverance and peace. P. M. 1 TJEACEI the welcome sound proclaim; -t Dwell with rapture on the theme : Loud, still louder swell the strain; Peace on earth 1 good-will to men ! 2 Breezes I whisp'ring soft and low, Gently murmur as ye blow; Now, when war and discord cease, Praises to the God of peace. 3 Ocean's billows far and wide. Rolling in majestic pride I Loud, still louder swell the strain: Peace on earth ! good-will to men ! 4 Vocal songsters of the grove, Sweetly chant in notes of love: Now when war and discord cease, Praises to the God of peace. 5 Mortals, who these blessings feel ! Christians, who before him kneel! Loud, still louder swell the strain: Peace on earth, good-will to men I 438 PARTICULAR OCCASIONS AND CIRCUMSTANCES. o94t' Uprightness required in rulers. C. M. 1 nnHE Lord among the mighty stands, J- Where his impartial eye Surveys the deeds of earthly powers, And will their judgments try. 2 O never, then, unjustly judge, Nor for the wicked plead ! Defend the orphan, and the poor, And succor those in need. 3 Save from his foes the helpless man. When sunk in deep distress; And let him not become a prey To such as would oppress. 4 Arise, O God, and judge the earth; Thy righteousness display: The world is thine inheritance, And man shall own thy sway. 1195 Religious intolerance of governments. L. M 1 A BSURD and vain attempt! to bind -^ With iron chains the free-born mind, To force conviction, and reclaim The wand'ring by destructive flame. 2 Bold arrogance! to snatch from heav'n Dominion not to mortals giv'n; O'er conscience to usurp the throne, Accountable to God alone. 3 Jesus ! thy gentle law of love Does no such cruelties approve; Mild as thyself, thy doctrine wields No arms but what persuasion yields. 4 By proofs divine, and reason strong, It draws the willing soul along; And conquests to thy church acquires By eloquence which heav'n inspires. 5 O happy, who are thus compell'd To the rich feast, by Jesus held: May we this blessing know, and prize The light which liberty supplies. DEATH. 439 DEATH. o9o Pratjerfor support lohen dying. C. M. 1 "ITT'HEIV, bending o'er the brink of life, Vt My trembling soul shall stand, Waiting to pass death's awful flood, Great God, at tiiy command ! 2 When weeping friends surround my bed, And close my sightless eyes; When shatter'd by the weight of years This broken body lies; 3 When ev'ry long-lov'd scene of life Stands ready to depart; When the last sigh that shakes the frame Shall rend this bursting heart: 4 O thou great Source of joy supreme, Whose arm alone can save, Dispel the darkness that surrounds The entrance to the grave. 5 Lay thy supporting, gentle hand Beneath my sinking head; And, with a ray of love divine, Illume my dying bed. 6 Leaning on thy dear, faithful breast, May 1 resign my breath ! And, in thy fond embraces, lose "The bitterness of death!" 69T The living knoio, Sfc. L. M. 1 TT/'HERE are the dead?— In heav'n or hell » » Their disembodied spirits dwell; Their faded forms in bonds of clay, Reserved until the judgment day. 2 Who are the dead? — The sons of time In evVy age, and state and clime; Renown'd, dishonor'd or forgot, The place that knew them knows them not. 29 440 DEATH. 3 Where are the living ? — On the ground Where pray'r is heard and mercy found; Where, in the compass of a span, The mortal makes th' immortal man. 4 Who are the living? — They whose breath Draws ev'ry moment nigh to death; Of endless bliss or woe the heirs: 0 what an awful lot is theirs ! 5 Then, timely warn'd, let us begin To follow Christ and flee from sin; Daily grow up in him our head, Lord of the living and the dead. oOS Death temporal and eternal. S. M. 1 f\ WHERE shall rest be found, ^^ Rest for the weary soul ? 'Twere vain the ocean's depths to sound, Or pierce to either pole. 2 The world can never give The bliss for which we sigh: 'Tis not the whole of life to live, Nor all of death to die. 3 Beyond this vale of tears There is a life above, Unmeasur'd by the flight of years— And all thai life is love. 4 There is a death wiiose pang Outlasts the fleeting breath: O what eternal horrors hang Around the second death ! 5 Lord God of truth and grace ! Teach us that death to shun: — Lest we be driven from thy face, And evermore undone. 6 Here would we end our quest — Alone are found in thee The life of perfect love — the rest Of immortality. UKA'lH. 441 699 The tolling hell L. M. 1 /^^f''T as the bell, with solemn toll, ^-^ JSpeaks the departure of a soul, Let each one ask himself, "Am 1 Prepar'd, should I be call'd to die?" 2 Only this frail and fleeting breath Preserves me from the jaws of death; Soon as it fails, at once I'm gone, And plung'd into a world unknown. 3 Then leaving all I lov'd below. To God's tribunal I must go; Must hear the judge pronounce my fate, And fix my everlasting state. 4 Lord Jesus ! help me now to fl^, And seek my iiope alone in thee; Apply thy blood, thy Spirit give, Subdue my sin, and let me live. 5 Then when the solemn bell I hear, If sav'd from guilt, 1 need not fear; Nor would the thought alarming be, Perhaps it next may toll for me. 100 The sting of death is sin. C, M. 1 \^ HEXCE has the world her magic pow'r? ' ^ Why deem we death a foe ? Recoil from weary life's best hour, And covet longer woe ? 2 Tbe cause is conscience — conscience oft Her tale of guilt renews; Her voice is terrible, though soft, And dread of death ensues. 3 Then anxious to be longer spar'd, Man mourns his fleeting breath; All evils then seem light, compar'd With the approach of death. 4 'Tis judgment shakes him — there's the fear That prompts the wish to stay: 442 DEATH. He has incurr'd a long arrear, *^ And must despair to pay. 5 Pay! — follow Christ, and all is paid; His death your peace insures; Think on the grave where he was laid And calm descend to yours. If OX The voice of the tomb. CM. 1 TTARK ! from the tombs a doleful sound; -tl Mine ears, attend the cry: "Ye living men, come view the ground Where you must shortly lie. 2 "Princes, this clay must be your bed In spite of all your tow'rs ! The tall, the wise, the rev 'rend head, Must lie as low as ours." 3 Great God ! is this our certain doom.' And are we still secure? Still walking downward to the tomb, And yet prepare no more ! 4 Grant us the pow'r of quick 'ning grace To fit our souls to fly; Then, when we drop this dying flesh, We'll rise above the sky. • 03 The vanity of man as mortal. C M. 1 nnEACH me the measure of my days, -*- Thou Maker of my frame! I would survey life's narrow space, And learn how frail I am. 2 A span is all that we can boast; A fleeting hour of time: Man is but vanity and dust. In all his flow'r and prime. 3 See the vain race of mortals move, Like shadows o'er the plain: They rage and strive, desire and love, But all the noise is vain. DEATH 443 4 Some walk in honor's gaudy show; Some dig for golden ore; They toil for heirs, they know not who And straight are seen no more. 5 What should I wish or wait for then, From creatures, earth and dust? They make our expectations vain, And disappoint our trust. 6 Now I resign my earthly hope. My fond desires recall; I give my mortal int'rest up, And make my God my all. 703 Death at hand. C. M. 1 n^HEE we adore, eternal Name ! J- And humbly own to thee How feeble is cur mortal frame, What dying worms are we. 2 Our wasting lives are short'nmg still, As months and days increase; And ev'ry beating pulse Ave tell Leaves but the number less. 3 Dangers stand thick through all the ground, To push us to the tomb; And fierce diseases wait around To hurry mortals home. 4 Great God ! on what a slender thread Hang everlasting things! Th' eternal states of all the dead Upon life's feeble strings. 5 Yet v/hile a world of joy or woe Depends on ev'ry breath. Thoughtless and unconcern'd we go Upon the brink of death. 6 Waken, O Lord ! our drowsy sense, To walk this dang'rous road; And if our souls are hurried hence. May they be found with God. 444 DEA.TH. TO-t Improving time. L. M. 1 'T^HAT awful hour will soon appear, J- Swift on the wings of time it flies, When all that pains or pleases here Will vanish from my closing eyes. 2 Death calls my friends, my neighbors hence, And none resist the fatal dart: Continual warnings strike my sense, And shall they fail to strike my heart? 3 Think, O my soul! how much depends On the short period of to-day: Shall time, which heav'n in mercy lends, Be negligently thrown away ? 4 Thy wasting minutes strive to use; Awake, rouse ev'ry active pow'r; And not in dreams and trifles lose This little, this important hour ! 5 Lord of my life, inspire my heart With heav'nly ardor, grace divine; Nor let thy presence e'er depart, For strength and life and death are thine. 6 O teach me some celestial skill, Each awful warning to improve; And, while my days are short 'ning still, Prepare me for the joys above. *f 05 J^umbering our days. L. M, 1 /^OD of eternity! from thee ^J Did infant time his being draw; Moments and days, and months and years Revolve by thine unvaried law. 2 Silent and slow they glide away; Steady and strong the current flows, Lost in eternity's wide sea, The boundless gulf from which it rose. 3 Thoughtless and vain, our mortal race Along the mighty stream are borne DEATH. 445 On to their everlasting home, — That country whence there's no return. 4 Yet while the shore on either side Presents a gaudy, flatt'ring show, We gaze, in fond amazement lost, Nor think to what a world we go. 5 Great source of wisdom ! teach my heart To know the price of ev'ry hour; That time may bear me on to joys Beyond its measure and its pow'r. #00 Man fading and reviving. L. M 1 nnHE morning flow'rs display their sweets. J- And g'ay their silken leaves unfold, As careless of the noon-day heats And fearless of the ev'ning cold. 2 Nipt by the wind's untimely blast, Parch'd by the sun's directer ray. The momentary glories waste, The short-liv'd beauties die away. 3 So blooms the human face divine. When youth its pride and beauty shows; Fairer than spring the colors shine, And sweeter than the virgin rose. 4 Or worn by slowly rolling years, Or broke by sickness in a day, The fading glory disappears. The short-liv'd beauties die away. 5 Yet these, new-rising from the tomb. With lustre brighter far shall shine; Revive with ever-during bloom, Safe from diseases and decline. 5 Let sickness blast, and death devour, If heav'n must reconipense our pains; Perish the grass, and fade the flow'r, If firm the word of God remains. 446 DEATH. 707 Victory over death. CM 1 TI7HEX death appears before my sight, » » In all his dire array, Unequal to the dreadful fight, My courage dies away. 2 How shall I meet this potent foe Whose frown my soul alarms? Dark horror sits upon his brow, And vict'ry waits his arms. 3 But see my glorious Leader nigh ! Jesus, my Savior, lives: Before him death's pale terrors fly, x\nd my faint heart revives. 4 O may I meet the final hour With fortitude divine ! Sustained by his almighty pow'r, The conquest must be mine. 5 Lord ! I commit my soul to thee; Accept the sacred trust; Receive this nobler part of me, And watch my sleeping dust. 6 O let me join angelic lays. And, with the blissful throng, Resound salvation, pow'r, and praise, In everlasting song ! 708 ChrisVs presence makes death easy. L. M. 'HY should we start and fear to die? V^ Death is the gate of endless joy, And yet we dread to enter there. The pains, the groans, and dying strife. Fright our approaching souls away: Still we shrink back again to life, Fond of our prison and our clay. O if my Lord would come and meet, My soul should stretch her wings in haste. DEATH. 447 Fly fearless through death's iron gate, Nor feel the terrors as she pass'd 4 Jesus can make a dying bed Feel soft as downy pillows are, While on his breast I lean my head, And breathe my life out sweetly there. TOil Triumphing in hope of the resurrection. S. M 1 A ND must this body die ? -^ This mortal frame decay? And must these active limbs of mine Lie mould'ring in the clay ? 2 Corruption, earth and worms, Shall but refine this flesh, Till my triumphant spirit comes To put it on afresh. 3 God, my Redeemer, lives, And often, from the skies, Looks down and watches all my dust, Till he shall bid it rise. 4 Array'd in glorious grace Shall these vile bodies shine, And evVy shape, and ev'ry face, Look heav'nly and divine. 5 These lively hopes we owe To Jesus' dying love; We would adore his grace below, And sing his pow'r above. 6 Dear Lord, accept the praise Of these our humble songs. Till tunes of nobler sounds we raise With our immortal tongues. "YIO Death of friends and relatives. C. M. 1 1\/rUST friends and kindred droop and die, i-'A And helpers be withdrawn; While sorrow, with a weeping eye, Counts up our comforts gone ? 448 DEATH. 2 Be thou our comfort, mighty God ! Our helper and our friend; Nor leave us in this dang'rous road, Till all our trials end. 3 O may our feet pursue the way Our pious fathers led; While love and holy zeal obey The counsels of the dead. 4 Let us be wean'd from earthly joys; Let hope our grief dispel: The dead in Jesus shall arise, In endless bliss to dwell. "7 1 1 On the death of a parent. L. M. 1 nn HOUGH nature's voice you must obey, -*- Think, while your swelling griefs o'erflow, That hand which takes your joys av/ay, That sov 'reign hand can heal your woe. 2 And, while your mournful thoughts deplore The parent gone, remov'd the friend, With hearts resign'd, his grace adore, On whom your nobler hopes depend. 3 Does he not bid his children come Thro' death's dark shades to realms of light! Yet, when he calls them to their home Shall fond survivors mourn their flight .-" 4 His word — here let your souls rely — Immortal consolation gives: Your heav'nly Father cannot die, Th' eternal Friend for ever lives. 6 O be that best of friends your trust; On his almighty arm recline; He, when your comforts sink in dust, Can give you comforts more divine. 7" 12 Hope of heaven. CM 1 TTTHILE to the grave our friends are borne. * T Around their cold remains How all the tender passions mourn. And each fond heart complains ! DEATH. 449 2 But down to earth, alas! in vain We bend our weeping eyes; Ah ! let us leave this place of pain, And upwards learn to rise. 3 Hope cheerful smiles amid the gloom, And beams a healing ray, And guides us from the darksome tomb To realms of endless day. 4 To those bright courts when hope ascends, She calms the swelling woe; In hope we meet our happy friends, And tears forget to flow. 5 Then let our hearts repine no more, That earthly comfort dies; But lasting happiness explore. And ask it from the skies. # lot Death of an infant. L. M. 1 ^O fades the lovely, blooming flow'r, ^^ Frail, smiling solace of an hour; So soon our transient comforts fly, And pleasure only blooms to die. 2 Is there no kind, no healing art To soothe the anguish of the heart.!* Spirit of grace, be ever nigh: Th\' comforts are not made to die. 3 Let gentle patience smile on pain. Till dying hope revives again; Hope wipes the tear from sorrow's eye, And faith points upward to the sky. 7' 14 On the death of a child. C. M. 1 T IFE is a span, a fleeting hour; J--^ How soon the vapor flies! Man is a tender, transient flow'r That e'en in blooming dies. * 2 The once lov'd form, now cold and dead, Each mournful thought employs: And nature weeps her comforts fled, And wither 'd all her joys. 450 DEATH. 3 But wait the interposing' gloom. And Id! stern winter flies; And, drest in beauty's fuirest bloom, The flow'ry tribes arise. 4 Hope looks beyond the bounds of time, When what we now deplore Shall rise in full immortal prime, And bloom to fade no more. 5 Then cease, fond nature! cease thy tears; Religion points on high: There everlasting spring appears, And joys that cannot die. i 15 ^t the funeral of a young person. C. M 1 "XTTHEN blooming youth is snatch 'd away » » By death's resistless hand, Our hearts the mournful tribute pay Which pity must demand. 2 While pity prompts the rising sigh, O may this truth, imprest With awful power, — "I too must die!" Sink deep in ev'ry breast. 3 Let this vain world delude no more; Behold the gaping tomb ! It bids us seize the present hour, To-morrow death may come. 4 The voice of this alarming scene May ev'ry heart obey, Nor be the heav'nly warning vain, Which calls to Avatch and pray. 5 O, let us fly — to Jesus fly, Whose pow'rful arm can save; Then shall our hopes ascend on high, And triumph o'er the grave.* 716 The dying Christian. P.M. 8s 1 "OPIRIT— leave thy house of clay ! ^ Ling'ring dust — resign thy breath! Spirit — cast thy chains away ! Dust — be thou dissolv'd in death!" DEATH. 451 Thus th' Almighty Savior speaks, While the faithful Christian dies! Thus — the bonds of life he breaks, And the ransomM captive flies ! 2 "Pris'ner — long detain'd below! Pris'ner — now with freedom blest! Welcome — from a world of woe ! Welcome — to a land of rest!" Thus the choir of angels sing, As they beur the soul on high ! While with hallelujahs ring All the region of llie sky ! 3 Grave — the guardian of our dust! Grave — the treasury of the skies ! Ev'ry atom of thy trust Rests in hope again to rise ! Hark ! tiio judgment-trumpet calls ! "Soul — rebuild thy house of clay — Immortality thy walls, And eternity thy day !" 71*7 Death is gain. L. M. 1 T^ROM his low bed of mortal dust, -T Escap'd the prison of his clay. The new inheritant of bliss To heav'n directs liis upward way. 2 Ye fields, that witness 'd once his tears, Ye winds, that wafted oft his sighs, Ye mountains, where he breath 'd his pray'rs, When sorrow's shadows veird liis eyes; 3 No more the weary pilgrim mourns, No more atlliction wrings his heart; Th' unfctter'd soul to God returns — For ever he and anguish part! 4 Receive, O earth, his faded form, In Ihy cold bosom let it lie; Safe let it rest from cv'ry storm — Soon must it rise, no more to die. 452 DEATH. 718 The death and burial of a saint. C. M. 1 TTTHY do we mourn departing friends? VV Or shake at death's alarms? 'Tis but the voice that Jesus sends To call them to his arms. 2 Are we not tending upward too As fast as time can move ? Nor would we wish the hours more slow, To keep us from our love. 3 Why should we tremble to convey Their bodies to the tomb 1 There the dear flesh of Jesus lay, His light dispell'd its gloom. 4 The graves of all his saints he bless'd. And soften'd ev'ry bed; Where should the dying members rest. But with the dying Head? 5 Thence he arose, ascending high. And show'd our feet the way; Up to the Lord our flesh shall fly At the great rising-day. 6 Then let the last loud trumpet sound, And bid our kindred rise; Awake, ye nations under around. Ye saints, ascend the skies. •y I 9 The moment after death. C. M. 1 TN vain my fancy strives to paint -*- The moment after death; The glories that surround a saint. When yielding up his breath. 2 One gentle sigh his fetters breaks, We scarce can say, "He's gone!" Before the willing spirit takes Its mansions near the tlirone. 3 Faith strives, but all its efforts fail To trace the spirit's flight; DEATH. 453 No eye can pierce within the veil Which hides the world of light. 4 Thus much (and this is all) we know, Saints are completely blest; Have done with sin, and care and woe, And with their Savior rest. 5 On harps of gold they praise his name, His face they always view, Then let us foll'wers be of them, That we may praise him too. 730 ^ peaceful death. P. M 8.8.6.8.8.6. 1 TTTHEN life's tempestuous storms are o'er, VV How calm he meets the friendly shore. Who liv'd averse from sin ! Such peace on virtue's path attends, That, where the sinner's pleasure ends, The Christian's joys begin. 2 See smiling patience smooth his brow! See bending angels downward bow, To lift his soul on high ! While, eager for the blest abode, He joins with them to praise the God Who taught him how to die. 3 No sorrow drowns his lifted eyes: No horror wrests the struggling sighs, As from the sinner's breast: His God, the God of peace and love, Pours kindly solace from above, And heals his soul with rest. 4 O grant, my Savior and my friend ! Such joys may gild my peaceful end, So calm my ev'ning close, While, loos'd from ev'ry earthly tie. With steady confidence I fly To thee from whom I rose ! 454 DEATH. 731 Death and immediate glory. C. M 1 npHERE is a house not made with hands, -*- Eternal and on high; And here my spirit waiting stands, Till God shall bid it fly. 2 Shortly this prison of my clay Must be dissolved and fall, Then, O my soul, with joy obey Thy heav'nly Father's call. 3 'Tis he, by his almighty grace. That forms thee fit for heav'n, And as an earnest of the place, Has his own Spirit giv'n. 4 We walk by faith of joys to come, Faith lives upon his word; But while the body is our home, We're absent from the Lord.* if 33 Blessed are they that die in the Lord. C. M ARK ! from on high a solemn voice; H 'Twill make each pious heart rejoice. And vanquish ev'ry fear. "Thrice blessed are the pious dead, Who in the Lord sliall die; Their weary flesh, as on a bed. Safe in the grave shall lie. Their holy souls, at length releas'd. To heav'n shall take their flight; There to enjoy eternal rest. And infinite delight. They drop each load as they ascend, And quit this world of woe; Their labors with their life shall end, Their rest no period know. Their conflicts with their busy foes For evermore shall cease; DEATH. 455 None shall their happiness oppose, Nor interrupt their peace. 6 But brigiit rewards shall recompense Their faithful service here; And perfect love shall banish thence Each gloomy doubt and fear." 733 The grave. L. M 1 nnHE grave is now a favor'd spot, — J- To saints who sleep, in Jesus bless'd For there the wicked trouble not, And there the weary are at rest. 2 At rest in Jesus' faithful arms: At rest as in a peaceful bed; Secure from all the dreadful storms, Wliich round this sinful world are spread. 3 Thrice happy souls, who're gone before To that inheritance divine ! They labor, sorrow, sigh no more. But bright in endless glory shine. 4 Then let our mournful tears be dry, Or in a gentle measure flow; We hail tiiem happy in the sky, And joyful wait our call to go. ■ 34: Death peaceful and triumphant. L. M. 1 ^"SVEET is the scene where Christians die, ^^ Where holy souls retire to rest; How mildly beams the closing eye! How gently heaves the expiring breast ! 2 So fades a summer cloud away ; So sinks the gale when storms are o'er; So gently shuts the eye of day, So dies a wave along the shore. 3 Triumphant smiles the victor's brow, Fann'd by some guardian angel's wing; O grave! where is thy vict'rv now? And where, O death ! is now thy sting? 30 B' 456 RESURRECTION, • 25' Those blessed ivho die in the Lord. C. M. 1 TTEAR what the voice from heav'n proclaims J^ For all the pious dead: "Sweet is the savor of their names, And soft their sleeping bed. 2 "They die in Jesus, and are blest; How kind their slumbers are! From sufF'ring and from sin releas'd, They're freed from ev'ry snare. 3 "Far from this world of toil and strife, They're present with the Lord ; The labors of their mortal life End in a large reward." #215 1 A learning from the grave. C. M. lENEATH our feet and o'er our head Is equal warning giv'n; Beneath us lie the cotmtless dead, And far above is heav'n. 2 Death rides on ev'ry passing breeze. And lurks in ev'r}^ flower ; Each season has its own disease, Its peril ev'ry hour. 3 Turn, sinner, turn : thy danger know Where'er thy foot can tread, The earth rings hollow from below, And warns thee of her dead. 4 Turn, Christian, turn; thy soul apply To truths which hourly tell That they who underneath thee lie Shall live in heav'n — or hell. RESURRECTION. tf 2*7 Longing for the resurrection. L. M I "VTOi I'll repine at death no more; -1-^ But, calm and cheerful, will resign To the cold dungeon of the grave, These dying, withering limbs of mine RESURRECTION. 457 2 Let worms devour my wasting flesh, And crumble all my bones to dust; My God shall raise my frame anew At the revival of the just. 3 Break, sacred morning ! through the skies, And usher in that glorious day: Come quickly, Lord ! cut short the hours: Thy ling'ring wheels, huw long they stay. 4 Haste, then, upon the wings of love, Rouse all the pious sleeping clay, That we may join in heav'nly joys. And sing the triumph of the day. 72® ^issurance of the resurrection. L. M 1 \ 17 H.\T sinners value, 1 resign: ^ ^ Lord ! 'tis enough that thou art mine! I shall behold thy blissful face, And stand complete in righteousifess. 2 This life's a dream, an empty show; But the bright world to which I go Hath joys substantial and sincere: When shall I wake and iind me there.' 3 O glorious hour! O blest abode! 1 shall be near and like my God; And flesh and sin no more control The sacred pleasures of the soul. 4 My flesh shall slumber in the ground Till the last trumpet's joyful sound; Then burst the chains with sweet surprise, And in my Savior's image rise. 729 Hope in the resuirection. C. M 1 'T^HRO' sorrow's night and danger's path, -■- Amid the deep'ning gloom, We soldiers of an injur'd King Are marching to the tomb. 2 There, when the turmoil is no more, And all our pow'rs decay, Our cold rCTTiains in solitude Shall sleep the years away. 458 RESURRECTION. 3 Our labors done, securely laid In this our last retreat, Unheeded o'er our silent dust The storms of life shall beat. 4 Yet not thus lifeless, thus inane, The vital spark shall lie. For o'er life's wreck that spark shall rise To seek its kindred sky. 5 These ashes too, this little dusi, Our Father's care shall keep, Till the last angel rise, and break The long and dreary sleep. 6 Then love's soft dew o'er ev'ry eye Shall shed its mildest rays, And the long silent dust shall burst With songs of endless praise. #30 The resurrection of the just. C. M 1 TTOW long shall death, the tyrant, reign, -tJ- And triumph o'er the just, While the rich blood of martyrs slain Lies mingled with the dust? 2 Lo! I behold the scatter'd shades! The dawn of heav'n appears : The sweet, immortal morning spreads Its blushes round the spheres. 3 I hear the voice, "Ye dead, arise," And lo ! the graves obey, And waking saints with joyful eyes Salute til' expected day. 4 They leave the dust, and on the wing Rise to the midway air; In shining garments meet their King, And bow before him there. 5 O may our humble spirits stand Among them cloth 'd in white! The meanest place at his right hand Is infinite delight. JUDGMENT. 459 JUDGMENT. 731 Judgment. P. M. 8.7.8.7.4.7. 1 T O! he comes, with clouds descending, -Li Once for favor 'd sinners slain: Thousand, liiousand saints attending, Swell the triumph of his train: Hallelujah, Jesus now shall ever reign ! 2 Ev'ry eye shall now behold him RobM in dreadful majesty; Those who set at naught and sold him, Piere'd and nail'd him to the tree, Deeply wailing, Shall the great Messiah see? 3 Ev'ry island, sea and mountain, Heav'n and earth shall flee away; All who hate him must, confounded, Hear the trump proclaim the day: Come to judgment ! Come to judgment ! come away ! 4 Now redemption, long expected, See in solemn pomp appear! All his saints, by man rejected, Now shall meet him in the air! Hallelujah ! See the day of God appear !* 5 Yea! Amen ! let all adore thee, Higli on thine exalted throne; Savior! take the pow'r and glory; Claim the kingdoms for thine own ! O come quickly ! Hallelujah! Come, Lord, come ! 732 The dmj of judgment. P. M. 8.7.8.7.4.7. 1 "pVAY of judgment, — day of wonders, -L' Hark ! the trumpet's awful sound, Louder than a thousand thunders, Shakes the vast creation round ! 460 JUDGMENT How the summons Will the sinner's heart confound! 2 See the Judge our nature wearing, Cloth'd in majesty divine! Ye who long for his appearing, Then shall say, "This God is mine!' Gracious Savior! Own me in that day for thine ! 3 At his call the dead awaken, Rise to life from earth and sea; All the powers of nature, shaken By his looks, prepare to flee: Careless sinner ! What will then become of thee?* 4 But to those who have confessed, Lov'd, and serv'd the Lord below, He will say, "Come near, ye blessed! See the kingdom I bestow ! You for ever Shall my love and glory know." 5 Under sorrows and reproaches. May this thought our courage raise! Swiftly God's great day approaches, Sighs shall then be chang'd to praise! May we triumph When the world is in a blaze ! T33 Judgment. L. M 3 XTOW great, how terrible that God -"^ Who shakes creation with his word ! He speaks, and earth's foundations shake And all the wheels of nature break. 2 Where now, O where shall sinners seek For shelter in the gen'ral wreck? Shall falling rocks be o'er them thrown? See rocks, like snow, dissolving down !* 3 But saints, undaunted and serene, Your eyes shall view the dreadful scene! JUDGMENT. 461 Your Savior lives, the worlds expire, And earth and skies dissolve in fire. 4 Jesus, the helpless sinner's friend, To thee my all I dare commend; Thou canst preserve my feeble soul, When lightnings blaze from pole to pole. To4: Books opened. L. M. 1 ly/TETHINKS the last great day is come, -1-'-*- Methinks I hear^the trumpet sound That shakes the eartl.^ sfends ev'ry tomb, And wakes the pris'ners under ground. 2 The mighty deep gives up her trust, Aw'd by the Judge's high command: Both small and great now quit their dust, And round the dread tribunal stand. 3 Behold the aAvful books display ''d, Big with th' important fates of men-, Each word and deed now public made, Written by heav'n's unerring pen. 4 To ev'ry soul the books assign The joyous or tlie dread reward; Sinners in vain lament and pine: Xo pleas the Judge will here regard. 5 Lord, Avhen these awful leaves unfold, May life's fair book my soul approve; There may I read my name enrolTd, And triumph in redeeming love. 735 (946) The judgment day. 8.7.8.7.8.8.7 1 f^ REAT God, what do I see and hear ! ^J The end of things created ! The judge of mankind doth appear. On clouds of glory seated: The trumpet sounds ; the graves restore The dead whom they contain 'd before; Prepare, my soul, to meet him. 462 JUDGMEN'T. 2 The dead in Christ shall first arise, At the last trumpet's sounding, Caught up to meet him in the skies, With joy their Lord surrounding; No gloomy fears their souls dismay, His presence sheds eternal day On those prepar'd to meet him, 3 But sinners, fill'd with guilty fears, Behold his wrath prevailing, For they shall rise, and find their tears And sighs arep,;-'navailing; The day of grace is past and gone ; Trembling they stand before the throne, All unprepar'd to meet him. 4 Great God, what do I see and hear ! The end of things created ! The Judge of mankind doth appear, On clouds of glory seated: Beneath his cross I view the day When heav'n and earth shall pass away. And thus prepare to meet him. "736 (947) Christ coming to judgment. L. M. 1 rpHE Lord will come ! the earth Avill quake; J- The mountains to their centre shake. And, with'ring from the vault of night. The stars shall pale their feeble light. 2 The Lord will come, but not the same As once in lowliness he came; A silent lamb before his foes, A weary man, and full of woes. 3 The Lord will come ! a dreadful form, With rainbow wreath, and robes of storm, On cherub wings, and wings of wind, Appointed judge of all mankind. 4 Can this be He who, wont to stray A pilgrim on the world's highway. Oppress 'd by pow'r, and mock'd by pride, The Mizarenc^ the crucified.^ S' ETERNITY. 463 5 While sinners in despair shall call, •'Rocks, hide us, mountains, on us fall !" The saints, ascending from the tomb, Shall joyful sing, "The Lord is come!" 737 The jxidsment. P.M. 8.7.8.7-4.7. EE th' eternal .Judge descending! View him seated on his throne ! Now, poor sinner, now lamenting, Stand and hear thine awful doom — Trumpets call thee ! Stand and hear thine awful doom. 2 Hear the cries he now is venting, Fiird with dread of fiercer pain; While in anguish thus lamenting That he ne'er was born again — Greatly mourning That he ne'er was born again. 3 "Yonder sits my slighted Savior, With the marks of dying love; O that I had sought his favor, When I felt his Spirit move — Golden moments. When I felt his Spirit move." 4 Now, despisers, look and wonder! Hope and sinners here must part; Louder than a peal of thunder, Hear the dreadful sound, "Depart !" Lost for ever, Hear the dreadful sound, "Depart!" ETERNITY. #38 The heavenly Canaan. C. M. 1 nPHERE is a land of pure delight, J- Where saints immortal reign; Infinite day excludes the night, And pleasures banish pain. 464 ETERNMTY. 2 There everlasting spring abides, And never-\vith''ring flow'rs: Death, like a narrow sea, divides This heav'nly land from ours. 3 Sweet fields, beyond the swelling flo;>d, Stand dress'd in living green: So to the Jews old Canaan stood, While Jordan roU'd between. 4 But tim'rous mortals start and shrink, To cross this narrow sea; And linger, siiiv'ring, on the brink, And fear to launch away. 5 O ! could we make our doubts remove, Those gloomy doubts that rise. And view the Canaan that we love With unbeclouded eyes ! 6 Could we but climb where Moses stood, And view the landscape o'er, Not Jordan's stream, nor death's cold flood. Should fright us from the shore. 739 The everlasting song: CM 1 TT'.'^RTH has engrossM my love too long! -t-^ 'Tis time I lift mine eyes Upward, dear Father, to thy throne, And to my native skies. 2 There the blest man, my Savior, sits; The God ! how bright he shines ! And scatters infinite delights On all the happy minds. 3 Seraphs, with elevated strains, Circle the throne around; And move and charm the starry plains With an immortal sound. 4 Jesus, the Lord, their harps employ: — Jesus, my love, they sing! ETERNITY. 465 Jesus, the life of all our joys, Sounds sweet from ev'ry string. 5 Now let me mount and join their song, And be an angel too: My heart, my hand, my ear, my tongue, — Here's joyful work for you. 6 I would begin the music here. And so my soul should rise: O for some heav'nly notes to bear My passions to the skies !* T4:0 The glory of Christ in heaven. C. M. 1 r\ THE delights, the heav'nly joys, ^' The glories of the place Where Jesus sheds the brightest beams- Of his o'erflowing grace ! 2 Sweet majesty and awful love Sit smiling on his brow, And all the glorious ranks above At humble distance bow. 3 Archangels sound his lofty praise Through ev'ry heav'nly street. And lay their highest honors down Submissive at his feet. 4 This is the man, th' exalted man Whom we unseen adore: But when our eyes behold his face, Our hearts shall love him more. 5 Lord, how our souls are all on fire To see thy bless'd abode ! Our tongues rejoice in tunes of praise To our incarnate God. 6 And whilst our faith enjoys this sight We long to leave our clay, And wish thy fiery chariots, Lord, To bear our souls away. 466 ETERNITY. 741 View of heaven. L. M. 'HEN faith beholds the saints above. W I fain would fly to join their lays, And sing with them my Savior's praise. 2 But can my soul such bliss obtain, Whose guilt deserves eternal pain? Can I expect his face to see Throughout a vast eternity? 3 If heav'n be mine, 'tis all of grace, I'll praise him for the lowest place; May I but reach within the door, My anxious soul desires no more. 4 "There, ye that love my Savior, sit. There I v.-ith you would fliin have place, Among your thrones or at your feet, So I might sec his lovely face." • -iS The delights of heaven inconceivable. C. M. 1 "VrOR eye hath seen, nor ear hath heard, -L^ Nor sense uor reason known, What joys the Father has prepar'd For those ti)at love the Son. 2 But the good Spirit of the Lord Reveals a heav'n to come; The beams of glory in his word Allure and guide us home. 3 Pure are the joys above the sky. And all the region peace; No wanton lips, nor envious eye. Can see or taste the bliss. 4 Those holy gates for ever bar Pollution, sin and shame: None shall obtain admittance there, But foH'vvers of the Lamb. ETERNITY. 467 5 He keeps the Father's book of life; There all their names are found; The hypocrite in vain shall strive To tread the heav'nly ground. 743 Glory and bliss of heaven. C. M 1 TTE golden lamps of heav'n I farewell i With all your feeble light, Farewell, thou ever-changing moon, Pale empress of the night! 2 And thou, refulgent orb of day, In brighter flames array'd ! My soul, which springs beyond thy sphere, No more demands thine aid. 3 Ye stars are but the shining dust Of my divine abode, The pavement of those heav'nly courts Where 1 shall reign with God. 4 The Father of eternal light Shall there his beams display; Nor shall one moment's darkness mix With that unvaried day. 5 No more the drops of piercing grief Shall swell into mine eyes; Nor the meridian sun decline Amidst those brighter skies. 6 There all the millions of his saints Shall in one song unite, And each the bliss of all shall share With infinite delight. 744 Jyiount Zion. C. M. 1 "VrOT to the terrors of the Lord, J-^ The tempest, fire and smoke; Not to the thunder of that word Which God on Sinai spoke; 468 ETERNITY. 2 But we are come to Zion's hill, The city of our God, Where milder words declare his will. And spread his love abroad. 3 Behold th' innumerable host Of angels, cloth 'd in light! Behold the spirits of the just Whose faith is turn'd to sight! 4 Behold the blest assembly there, Whose names are writ in heav'n ! And God, the judge of all, declare Their num'rous sins forgiv'n. 5 In such society as this My weary soul would rest ! The man that dwells where Jesus is, Must be for ever blest. • 4lO Anticipation of heaven. C. M. 1 /~~10ME, Lord, and warm each languid heart, ^ Inspire each lifeless tongue; And let the joys of heav'n impart Their influence to our song. 2 Sorrow and pain, and ev'ry care, And discord there shall cease; And perfect joy and love sincere Adorn the realms of peace. 3 The soul, from sin for ever free. Shall mourn its pow'r no more; But, cloth'd in spotless purity. Redeeming love adore. 4 There on a throne, how dazzling bright Th' exalted Savior shines, And beams ineftable delight On all the heav'nly minds. 5 There shall the foll'wers of the Lamb Join in immortal sono-s, And endless honors to his name Employ their tuneful tongues. 6 Lord, tune our hearts to praise and love. Our feeble notes inspire, TiH, in thy blissful courts above, We join th' angelic choir. • 4-0 Saints'' employ in heaven. L. M. 1 f^XALTED high at God's right hand, J^ Nearer the throne than cherubs stand; With glory crown'd, in white array, My wondering soul says, "Who are they?" 2 These are the saints, belov'd of God — Wash'd are their robes in Jesus' blood; More spotless than the purest white, They shine in uncreated light. 3 Brighter than angels, lo ! they shine; Their glories great, and all divine; Tell me their origin, and say Their order what, and whence came they ? 4 Through tribulation great they came, They bore the cross and scorn'd the shame; Within the living temple blest, In God they dwell, and on him rest. 5 Unknown to mortal ears they sing The sacred glories of their king; Tell me the subject of their lays. And whence their loud exalted praise? 6 Jesus, the Savior, is their theme; They sing the wonders of his name; To him ascribing pow'r and grace, Dominion and eternal praise. #4: 1 Heaven alone can satisfy the soul. L. M. 1 "C^ROM this world's joys and senseless mirth -L O come, my soul ! in haste retire; Assume the grandeur of thy birth, And to thy native heav'n aspire. 470 ETERNITY. 2 'Tis heav'n alone can make thee blest, Can ev'ry wish and want supply; Thy joy, thy crown, thine endless rest, Are all above the lofty sky. 3 Eternal mansions! bright array! O blest exchange! transporting thought! Free from th' approaches of decay, Or the least shadow of a spot. 4 There shall mortality no more Its wide extended empire boast, Forgotten all its dreadful pow'r, In life''s unbounded ocean lost. 5 There dwells the sov'reign Lord of all, The God that all the worlds adore; With whom is bliss that cannot pall, And joys that last for evermore. 748 Heaven. P. M. 1 TTIGH in yonder realms of lig'ht -Tl Dwell the raptur'd saints above, Far beyond our feeble sight, Happy in Immanuel's love! 2 Pilgrims in this vale of tears, Once they knew, like us below, Gloomy doubts, distressing fears, Torturing pain, and heavy woe. 3 But, these days of weeping o'er. Past this scene of toil and pain, They shall feel distress no more, Never — never weep again. 4 'Mid the chorus of the skies, 'Mid th' angelic lyres above, Hark — their songs melodious rise, Songs of praise to Jesus' love! 5 Happy spirits ! ye are fled Where no grief can entrance find: ETERKITY. 471 Lull'd to rest the aching head, Sooth'd the antruish of the mind ! 6 Ev'ry tear is wip'd away — Sighs no more shall heave the breast; Night is lost in endless day — Sorrow — in eternal rest ! 749t (848) The society of heaven. C. M. 1 JERUSALEM! my happy home! *^ Name ever dear to me ! When shall my labors have an end, In joy and peace and thee ? 2 When shall these eyes thy heav'n-built walls And pearly gates behold ? Thy bulwarks with salvation strong, And streets of shining gold ? 3 O when, thou city of my God, Shall I thy courts ascend, Where congregations ne'er break up, And Sabbaths have no end ? 4 There happier bow'rs than Eden's bloom, Nor sin nor sorrow know: Blest seats ! through rude and stormy scenes I onward press to you. 5 Why should I shrink at pain and woe? Or feel at death dismay ? I've Canaan's goodly land in view, And realms of endless day. 6 Apostles, martyrs, prophets, there, Around my Savior stand; And soon my friends in Christ below Will join the glorious band. 7 Jerusalem ! my happy home ! My soul still pants for thee; Then shall my labors have an end, When 1 thy joys shall see. 31 472 ETERNITY. 750 Hell. L M. 1 TTELL ! 'tis a word of dreadful sound; -tl It chills the heart and shocks the ear; It spreads a sickly damp around, And makes the guilty quake with fear. 2 Far from the utmost verge of day Its frightful, gloomy region lies; Fierce flames amidst the darkness play, And thick, sulphureous vapors rise. 3 Conscience, the never-dying worm, With constant torture gnaws the heart, And woe and wrath, in ev'ry form. Inflame the wounds, increase the smart. 4 Wretched, they rave, o'erwhelm'd with woe, And bite their everlasting chains; But with their rage their torments grow, Resentment but augments their pains. 5 Sad world indeed ! what heart Can bear, Hopeless, in all these pains to lie; Rack'd with vexation, grief, despair. And, ever dying, never die. 6 "Lord, save a guilty soul from hell. Who seeks thy pard'ning, cleansing blood; O let me in thy kingdom dwell, To praise my Savior and my God.'' T51 The final doom of the wicked. S. M. 1 A ND will the Judge descend.^ -^ And must the dead arise ? And not a single soul escape His all-discerning eyes ! 2 And from his righteous lips Shall this dread sentence sound; And, through the num'rous guilty throng, Spread black despair around? DISMISSIONS. 479 8 "Depart from me, accurs'd. To everlasting flame, For rebel-angels first prepar'd, Where mercy never came." 4 How will my heart endure The terrors of that day, When earth and heav'n, before his face, Astonish 'd, shrink away? 5 But ere that trumpet shakes The mansions of the dead. Hark, from tlie gospel's cheering sound What joyful tidings spread ! 6 Ye sinners, seek his grace Whose wrath ye cannot bear; Fly to the slielter of his cross, And find salvation there. 7 So shall that curse remove, By which the Savior bled; And the last awful day shall pour His blessings on your head. DISMISSIONS. 752 p. M. 8.7.8.7.4.7. 1 T ORD, dismiss us with thy blessing — J-^ Fill our hearts with joy and peace; Let us each, tliy love possessing, Triumph in redeeming grace; O refresh us ! Trav'ling through this wilderness. 2 Thanks we give, and adoration, For thy gospePs joyful sound; May the fruits of thy salvation In our hearts and lives abound: May thy presence With us evermore be found. 3 So, whene'er the signal's given, Us from earth to call away, 474 DISMISSIONS. Borne on angels'" wings to heaven, Glad to leave our cumbrous clay, May we, ready, Rise and reign in endless day! • 53 Dismission, or a parting hymn. L. M. 1 /CHRISTIANS and brethren ! ere we part, ^^ Join ev'ry voice and ev'ry heart; One solemn hymn to God we'll raise, One final song of grateful praise. 2 Christians ! we here may meet no more, But there is yet a happier shore; And there, releas'd from toil and pain, Dear brethren, we shall meet again. 3 Now to our God, the Three in One, Be everlasting glory done; Raise ye, his saints, the sound again. Ye nations, join the loud Amen. 754: The peace of God shall keep, &rc. L. M. 1 'T^HE peace which God alone reveals, J- And by his word of sfrace imparts, Which only the believer feels, Direct, and keep, and cheer our hearts. 2 And may the holy Three in One, The Father, Word, and Comforter, Pour an abundant blessing down On ev'ry soul assembled here ! 755 P.M. 8s. 1 npHIS God is the God we adore, A Our faithful, unchangeable friend; Whose love is as large as his pow'r, And knows neither measure nor end; 'Tis Jesus, the first and the last, Whose Spirit shall guide us safe home; We'll praise him for all that is past, And trust him for all that's to come. DISMISSION'S. 475 ■y^G Dhmission. S. M. 1 /^NCE more, before we part, yj Great God, attend our pray'r, And seal the gospel on the heart Of all assembled here. 2 And if we meet no more On Zion's holy ground, O may we reach that blissful shore Whither thy saints are bound. 757 ^t parting. P.M. 8.7.8.7. 1 1%/rAY the grace of Christ, our Savior, i'J- And the Father's boundless love, With the Holy Spiiit's favor, Rest upon us from above. 2 Thus may we abide in union With each other and the Lord, And possess, in sweet communion, Joys which earth cannot afford. 758 p. M. 1 n^HAXKS for mercies past receive; -I Pardon of our sins renew; Teach us henceforth how to live With eternity in view. 2 Bless thy word to old and young; Grant us. Lord, thy peace and love; And when life's short course is run, Take us to thy house above. 759 The Ch-istian farewell. L. M. 1 'T^HY presence, everlasting God! -■- XVide through all nature spreads abroad: Thy watchful eyes, which never sleep, In ev'ry place thy children keep. 2 While near each other we remain, Thou dost our lives and pow'r sustain: 476 DOXOLOGIES. When sep'rate, we rejoice to share Thy counsels and thy gracious care. 3 To thee we now commit our ways, And still implore thy heav'nly grace; Still cause thy face on us to shine, And guard and guide us still as thine, 4 Give us, in thy beloved house, Again to pay our grateful vows; Or, if that joy no more be known. Give us to meet around thy throne. DOXOLOGIES. 760 L. M. To God the Father, God the Son, And God the Spirit, Three in One, Be honor, praise and glory giv'n, By all on earth and all in heav'n. 761 c. M. 'OW let the Father and the Son And Spirit be ador'd, Where there are works to make him known. Or saints to love the Lord. T62 c. M. •O Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, The God whom we adore, Be everlasting honors paid, Henceforth, for evermore. 763 c. M. " f ^O God the Father, God the Son, * Your grateful voices raise; And God the Spirit, Three in one, Give an immortal praise. 764 c. M. LL glory to th' Eternal Three, And undivided One; To Father, Son. and Spirit, be Co-equal honors done. N' T' A' DOXOLOGIES. 477 765 p. M. FATHER, Son, and Holy Spirit, Thou the God whom we adore, May we all thy love inhei'it, To thine image us restore; Vast Eternal ! Praises to thee evermore. 76CI S. M. YE angels round the throne, And saints that dwell below. Worship the Father, praise the Son, And bless the Spirit too. APPENDIX. PRAISE AND WORSHIP OF GOD. 70 •' The presence of God sought in his house. CM. 1 /^OME, O thou King of all thy saints, ^ Our humble tribute own, While, with our praises and complaints, We bow before thy throne. 2 How should our songs, like those above, With warm devotion rise ! How should our souls, on wings of love, Mount upward to the skies ! 3 But, ah, the song, how faint it flows! How languid our desire ! How dim the sacred passion glows Till thou the heart inspire ! 4 Dear Savior, let thy glory shine, And fill thy temples here, Till life, and love, and joy divine, A heaven on earth appear. 76ot Prayer for a blessing on public worship, la. 1 rpo thy temple we repair; J- Lord, we love to ^vorship there-. There, within the veil, we meet Christ upon the mercy-seat. 2 While thy glorious name is sung, Tune our lips, inspire our tongue; Then our joyful souls shall bless Christ, the Lord, our Righteousness. 478 PRAISE AND WORSHIP OF GOD. 479 3 While to thee our prayers ascend, Let thine ear in love attend; Hear us when thy Spirit pleads, Hear, for Jesus intercedes. 4 While thy word is heard with awe, While we tremble at thy law, Let thy gospel's wondrous love Ev'ry doubt and fear remove. 5 From thy house when we return, Let our hearts within us burn; Then, at ev'nin^, we may say, "We have walked with God to-day." 769 1 Delight in the house of God. C. M. 1 TTOW did my heart rejoice to hear -tJ- My friends devoutly say, *'In Zion let us all appear, And keep the solemn day!" 2 I love her gates, I love the road; The church, adorn'd with grace, Stands like a palace built for God, To show his milder face.** 3 Peace be within ihis sacred place. And joy a constant guest; With holy gifts and heav'nly grace Be her attendants blest. 4 My soul shall pray for Zion still. While life or breath remains; Here my best friends, my kindred, dwell, Here God, ray Savior, reigns. 770"f Songs of praise. P. M. 7s, 1 O ONGS of praise the angels sang, •^ Heav'n wiih hallelujahs rang, When Jehovah's work begun, When he spake and it was done. 2 Songs of praise awoke the morn When the Prince of peace was born; 480 PRAISE AND WORSHIP OF GOD. Songs of praise arose when he Captive led captivity. 3 Heav'n and earth must pass away; Songs of praise shall crown that day: God will make :^ew heav'ns and earth; Songs of praise shall hail their birth. 4 And shall man alone be dumb, Till that glorious kingdom come? No: — the church delights to raise Psalms, and hyrnns, and songs of praise. 5 Saints below, with heart and voice, Still in songs oC praise rejoice; Learning here by faith and love, Songs of praise to sing above. 6 Borne upon their latest breath, Songs of praise shall conquer death: Then, amidst eternal joy, Songs of praise their pow'rs employ. TTlt Majesty and dominion of God. L. M. 1 /^OiNIE, O my soul, in sacred lays ^ Attempt thy great Creator's praise: But O, what tongue can speak his fame? What verse can reacii the lofty theme? 2 Enthron'd amid the radiant spheres, He glory like a garment wears ; To form a robe of light divine, Ten thousand suns around him shine. 2 In all our Maker's grand designs Almighty pow'r. with wisdom, shines; His works, through all this wondrous frame, Declare the glory of his name. 4 Rais'd on devotion's lofty wing, Do thou, my soul, his glories sing; And let his praise employ thy tongue Till list'ning worlds shall join the song CHARACTER AND ATTRIBUTES OF GOD. 481 CHARACTER AND ATTRIBUTES OF GOD. 7 7 2 1 The awful majesty of God. L . M . 1 TTTHEN Israel forth from Egypt Avent, » ' And Jacob left the stranger's land, God's glory shadow'd Judah 's tent, And Israel own'd her Monarch's hand. 2 The sea beheld his pow'r and fled; Back to her source was Jordan driv'n; The trembling mountains shook for dread; From their strong base the hills were riven. 3 O sea! what terrors urg'd thy flight? Why, Jordan, did thy flood retreat? Why mov'd the hills ? and whence the fright That shook the mountains from their seat? 4 Tremble, O earth, when God appears, — Before the might of Jacob's God; Whose pow'r the flinty rock declares, And, melting, pours tiie gushing flood. 773t The divine omnipresence. C. M. 1 TEHOVAH God ! thy gracious pow'r ♦^ On ev'ry hand we see; O may the blessings of each hour Lead all our thoughts to thee. 2 If, on the wings of morn, we speed To earth's remotest bound, Thy right hand will our footsteps lead, Thine arm our path surround. 3 Thy pow'r is in the ocean deeps, And reaches to the skies; Thine eye of mercy never sleeps, Thy goodness never dies. 4 From morn till noon, till latest eve. The hand of God we see ! And all the blessings we receive, Ceaseless, proceed from thee. 482 CHARACTER ANU ATTRIBUTES OF GOD. 5 In all the varying scenes of time, On thee our hopes depend; In ev'ry age, in ev'ry clime, Our Father and our Friend. i T4bt The divine omniscience. C. M. 1 4 LMIGHTY God ! thy piercing eye -t^ Strikes through the shades of night, ; And our most secret actions lie All open to thy sight. 2 There's not a sin that we commit, Nor wicked word we say, But in thy dreadful book 'tis writ Against the judgment day. 3 And must the crimes that I have done Be read and published there? Be all exposed before the sun, While men and angels hear ? 4 Lord, at thy foot ashamed I lie, Upward I dare not look; Pardon my sins before I die. And blot them from thy book. 5 Remember all the dying pains That my Redeemer felt. And let his blood wash out my stains, And answer for my guilt. 6 O may I now^ for ever fear T' indulge a sinful thought. Since the great God can see and hear, And writes down ev'ry fault. §§ 0\ Praise for creation and providence. C. M. 1 T SING the almighty power of God, J- That made the mountains rise, That spread the flowing seas abroad. And built the lofty skies. 2 I sing the wisdom that ordain'd The sun to rule the day; 483 The moon shines full at his command, And all the stars obey. 3 I sing the goodness of the Lord, That fill'd the earth with food; He form'd the creatures with his word, And then pronounc'd them good. 4 Lord, how thy wonders are display'd Where'er I turn mine eye, If I survey the ground I tread, Or gaze upon the sky ! 5 There's not a plant or flower below But makes thy glories known; And clouds arise, and tempests blow, By order from thy throne. 6 Creatures (as num'rous as they be) Are subject to thy care : There's not a place where we can flee. But God is present there. 7 In heav'n he shines with beams of love, With wrath in hell beneath : 'Tis on his earth 1 stand or move. And 'tis his air I breathe. 8 His hand is my perpetual guard, He keeps me Avith his eye : Why should I then forget the Lord, Who is for ever nigh? CHRIST. # Tot Hxjmn for advent. 7s. 1 /^OME, thou Savior of our race, V^ Choicest gift of heav'nly grace: O thou blessed virgin's Son! Be thy race on earth begun. 2 Not of mortal blood or birth, He descends from heav'n to earth — By the Holy Ghost conceiv'd, Truly man, to be believ'd. Wondrous birth ! O wondrous child Of the virgin undefil'd! Though by all the world disown'd, Still to be in heav'n enthron'd. From the Father forth he came, And returneth to the same : Captive leading death and hell — High the song of triumph swell. Equal to the Father now, Though to dust thou once didst bow: Boundless shall thy kingdom be — When shall we its glories see ? Brightly doth thy manger shine; Glorious is its light divine: Let not sin o'ercloud this light; Ever be our faith thus bright. Praise the Father on his throne; Praise his co-eternal Son; Praise the Holy Spirit, too; Let each age their praise renew. Blessings of Christ's kingdom. Is & 6s. HAIL to the Lord's Anointed, Great David's greater Son! Hail, in the time appointed, His reign on earth begun ! He comes to break oppression, To set the captive free. To take away transgression, And rule in equity. 2 He comes, with succor speedy. To those who suffer wrong; To help the poor and needy. And bid the weak be strong; To give them songs for sighing, Their darkness turn to light, CHRIST. 485 Whose souls, condemned and dying, Were precious in his sight. 3 He shall descend like show'rs Upon the fruitful earth, And love and joy, like flow'rs, Spring in his path to birth; Before him, on the mountains, Shall peace, the herald, go; And righteousness, in fountains, From hill to valley flow. 4 For him shall pray'r unceasing And daily vows ascend, His kingdom still increasing — A kingdom without end: The tide of time shall never His covenant remove: His name shall stand for ever ; That name to us is love. TT8 (773) Good tidings of great joy to all people. P. M 1 4 NGELS! from the realms of glory, -^ Wing your flight o'er all the earth; Ye, who sang creation's story, Now proclaim Messiah's birth: Come and worship — Worship Christ, the new-born King. 2 Shepherds ! in the fields abiding, Watching o'er your flocks by night; God with man is now residing, Yonder shines the heav'nly light. Come and worship — Worship Christ, the new-born King. 3 Sages! leave your contemplations; Brighter visions beam afar: Seek the great Desire of nations, Ye have seen his natal star: Come and worship — Worship Christ, the new-born King, 486 CHRIST. 4 Saints! before the altar bending, Watching long in hope and fear, Suddenly the Lord, descending, In his temple shall appear: Come and worship — Worship Christ, the new-born King. T 70t Praise for the incarnation. lis & 10s. 1 TTITHER, ye faithful, haste v/ith songs of -tJ. triumph, To Bethlehem go, the Lord of life to meet; To you this day is born a Prince and Savior; O come, and let us worship at his feet. 2 O Jesus, for such wondrous condescension, Our praise and rev'rence are an oiT'ring meet; Now is the word made flesh , and dwells among us ; O come, and let us worship at his feet. 3 Shout his almighty name, ye choirs of angels, Let the celestial courts his praise repeat: Unto our God be glory in the highest ; 0 come, and let us worship at his feet. *780t The teachings of Jesus. L. M. 1 TTOW sweetly flow'd the gospel sound -Tl From lips of gentleness and grace, When list'ning thousands gather'd round, And joy and gladness fiU'd the place ! 2 From heav'n he came, of heav'n he spoke, To heav'n he led his foll'wers 'way; Dark clouds of gloomy night he broke, Unveiling an immortal day. 3 "Come, wand'rers, to my Father's home; Come, all ye weary ones, and rest;" Yes, sacred Teacher, we will come. Obey thee, love thee, and be blest. 4 Decay, then, tenements of dust; Pillars of earthly pride, decay: A nobler mansion waits the just, And Jesus has prepar'd the way. CHRIST. 487 TSl^ Miracles of Jesm. CM. 1 A ND didst thou, Jesus, condescend, -^ When veil'd in human clay. To heal the sick, the lame, the blind. And drive disease away ? 2 Didst thou regard the beggar's cry, And cause the blind to see ? Thou Son of David, hear — O, hear — Have mercy, too, on me. 3 And didst thou pity mortal woe, And sight and health restore? O, pity. Lord, and save my soul, Which needs thy mercy more. 4 Didst thou thy trembling servant raise, When sinking in the wave ? I perish, Lord; O, save my soul; For thou alone canst save. 783 (774) Characters of Christ. L M. 'HAT various, lovely characters The condescending Savior bears! All human virtues, all divine, In him unite — in splendor shine. 2 The Corner-stone on which we build; The Balm by which our souls are heal'd; The Morning Star, v.hose cheering ray Dispels the shades, and brings the day. 3 He is the burden 'd sinner's Rest; Our Prophet, and atoning Priest; Our Advocate before the throne, Who with our pray'rs presents his own. 4 He is our Captain and our Guide; The Friend, the Husband of the bride; The Counselor, the Prince of Peace; The Lord our Strength and Righteousness; 5 The Fountain whence our blessings flow; A Lamb, and yet a Lion too; 32 W The Sun for light and guidance giv'n; The Door which opens into heav'n. 6 He is the Shepherd of the sheep, "Who does his flock in safety keep; The Conqu'ror he, the Judge of men; The Faithful Witness, the Amen! T83t The kind Shepherd. S. M. 1 TTTHILE my Redeemer 's near, VV My Shepherd and my Guide, I bid farewell to ev'ry fear; My wants are all supplied; 2 To ever-fragrant meads, Where rich abundance grows, His gracious hand indulgent leads, And guards my sweet repose. 3 Dear Shepherd, if I stray, My wand 'ring feet restore; And guard me with thy watchful eye, And let me rove no more. 784 (782) The transfiguration. L. M. Tabor's top the Savior stands, lis alter'd face resplendent shines, And while he elevates liis hands, Lo! glory marks its gentle lines ! Two heav'nly forms descend to wait Upon their sutF'ring Prince below; But while they worship at his feet, They talk of fast approaching woe. Amid the lustre of the scene, To Calvary he turns his eyes. And with submission, all serene He marks the future tempest rise. Then let us climb the mount of pray'r, Where all his beaming glories shine. And, gazing on his brightness there, Our woes forget in joys divine. V^ Hi= CHRIST. 489 5 () thai oM \onder heav'nly hills, Where now the risen Savior stands, And peace, like softest dew, distils — I too may elevate my hands. 785 (780) Kedron. 10.10.10.10. 1 rpHOU sweet gliding Kedron, by thy silver A streams, Our Savior at midnight, when moonlight's pale beams Shone bright on the waters, would frequently stray, And lose in thy murmurs the toils of the day. 2 How damp were the vapors that fell on his head ! How hard was his pillow, ijow humble his bed ! The angels, astonish'd, grew sad at the sight. And follow'd their Master with solemn delight. 3 O garden of Olives, thou dear honor'd spot. The fame of thy wonders shall ne'er be forgot; The theme most transporting to seraphs above; The triumph of sorrow, — the triumph of love. 4 Come, saints, and adore him; come, bow at his feet! 0 give him the glory, the praise that is meet ; Let joyful hosannahs unceasing arise, And join the full chorus that gladdens the skies. T8o' The prayer of agony. 4 8s & 1 6. 1 TJEYOND where Kedron's waters flow, -L' Behold the suff'ring Savior go To sad Gethsemane; His countenance is all divine, Yet grief appears in ev'ry line. 2 He bows beneath the sins of men; He cries to God, and cries again. In sad ^lethsemane; He lifts his mournful eyes above — "My Father, can this cup remove.'" 490 CHRIST. 3 With gentle resignation still He yielded to his Father's will, In sad Gethsemane; ''Behold me here, thine only Son; And, Father, let thy will be done." 4 The Father heard; and angels there Sustained the Son of God in pray'r, In sad Gethsemane; He drank the dreadful cup of pain — Then rose to life and joy again. 5 When storms of sorrow round us sweep, And scenes of anguish make us weep, To sad Gethsemane We'll look, and see the Savior there. And humbly bow, like him, in pray'r. YSTt Jesus before Pilate. 8.7.8.7.8.8.7. lEHOLD the man ! How heavy lay On him the sinner's burden! What grievous price had he to pay That we might hope for pardon ! Such sorrows, since the world began, Before were never seen by man, Nor since on earth been witness'd. Behold the man! — it was for thee His shame and griefs were suffer'd ; Now hear him say — "Behold, in me, The victim for thee ofFer'dl The guilt was thine, — its fearful load I bore, atoning with my blood; I died, from death to save thee!" Blest Jesus, God's beloved Son ! Who all my sins removest, — Exalted to thy Father's throne. Show that my soul thou lovest! And let thy griefs and death, O Lord, New life and peace to me afford, — Thus glorify thy mercy. B' CHUIST. 491 4 And when the world, when flesh and blood To paths of sin allure me; That I may keep the heav'nly road, From wand'ring to secure me, In mercy cry to me — "Behold The man who suffer'd ills untold For thee ! — Wilt thou forsake me?" • 88t Reflections 011 the passion of Christ. 7s & 6s. 1 r\ SACRED Head, now wounded, v-/ With grief and shame weigh'd down ! Now scornfully surrounded With thorns — thine only crown ! O sacred Head, what glory, What bliss, till now, was thine .' Yet, though despis'd and gory, I joy to call thee mine. 2 How ax't thou pale with anguish, With sore abuse and scorn ! How does that visage languish Which once was bright as morn! Thy grief and thy compassion Were all for sinners'gain; Mine, mine was the transgression, But thine the deadly pain. 3 What language shall I borrow To thank thee, dearest Friend, For this thy dying sorrow, — Thy pity without end ! Lord, make me thine for ever, Nor let me faithless prove; O let me never, never Abuse such dying love. 4 Forbid that I should leave thee; O Jesus, leave not me ; By faith I would receive thee; Thy blood can make me free; 492 CHRIST. When strength and comfort languish, And I must hence depart ; Release me then from anguish, By thine own wounded heart. 789 (778) Christ's Intercession. L. M. 1 XTE lives, the great Redeemer lives, -TL (What joy the blest assurance gives !) And now, before his Father, God, Pleads the full merit of his blood. 2 Repeated crimes awake our fears. And justice arm'd with froAvns appears; But in the Savior's lovely face Sweet mercy smiles, and all is peace. 3 Hence, then, ye black, despairing thoughts! Above our fears, above our faults, His pow'rful intercessions rise, And guilt recedes and terror dies. 4 In ev'ry dark, distressful hour, When sin and Satan join their pov/'r, Let this dear hope repel the dart, That Jesus bears us on his heart. 5 Great Advocate, Almighty Friend — On him our humble hopes depend: Our cause can never, never fail, For Jesus pleads and must prevail. •yOO (776) The Mercy-seat. L. M. 1 TT^ROM ev'ry stormy wind that blov/s, -T From ev'ry swelling tide of woes. There is a calm, a sure retreat, 'Tis found beneath the Mercy-seat. 2 There is a place where Jesus sheds The oil of gladness on our heads, A place than all besides more sweet — It is the blood-bought Mercy-seat. 3 There is a scene where spirits blend. Where friend holds fellowship with friend. CHRIST. 493 Though sunder'd far — by faith they meet Around one common Mercy-seat. 4 Ah ! whither could we flee for aid, When tempted, desolate, dismay 'd.? Or how the host of hell defeat, Had sufTring saints no JMercy-seat? 5 There! there on eagle wing we soar, And sin and sense seem all no more; And heav'n comes down our souls to greet, And glory crowns the Mercy-seat. 6 O let my hand forget her skill, My tongue be silent, cold and still, This bounding heart forget to beat, If I forget the Mercy-seat. •79 It ChrisVs exaltation. CM 1 "|\/rAJESTIC sweetness sits enthron'd l^-i- Upon the Savior's brow; His head with radiant glories crown'd, His lips with grace o'erflow. 2 No mortal can with him compare Among the sons of men ; Fairer is he than all the fair Wlio fill the heavenly train. 3 He saw me plung'd in deep distress, And flew to my relief; For me he bore the shameful cross, And carried all my grief. 4 To him I owe my life and breath, And all the joys I have; He makes me triumph over death, And saves me from the grave. 5 To heaven, the place of his abode, He brings my weary feet. Shows me the glories of my God, And makes my joys complete. 494 CHRIST. 6 Since from his bounty I receive Such proofs of love divine, Had I a thousand hearts to give, Lord, they should all be thine. 792 (779) A litany. P. M. 7s. 1 O AVIOR, when in dust, to thee, '^ Low we bow th' adoring knee, When, repentant, to the skies Scarce we lift our streaming eyes; O by all thy pains and woe, Suffer'd once for man below. Bending from thy throne on high, Hear our solemn litany. 2 By thy birth and early years, By thy human griefs and fears, By thy fasting and distress In the lonely wilderness; By the vict'ry in the hour Of the subtle tempter's pow'r; Jesus, look with pitying eye: Hear our solemn litany. 3 By thine hour of dark despair, By thine agony of pray 'r. By the purple robe of scorn, By thy wounds — thy crown of thorns. By thy cross — thy pangs and cries, By thy perfect sacrifice, Jesus, look with pitying eye; Hear our solemn litany. 4 By thy deep expiring groan, By the seal'd sepulchral stone. By thy triumpli o'er the grave, By thy power from death to save, Mighty God, ascended Lord, To thy throne in heaven restor'd— Prince and Savior, hear our cry. Hear our solemn litany. THE HOLY SPIRIT. 495 THE HOLY SPIRIT. 793t For Wliilsunday. C. M, 1 OPIRIT of truth, on this thy day ^ To thee for help we cry, To guide us through the weary way Of dark mortality. 2 We ask not, Lord, the cloven flame, Or tongues of various tone ; But long thy praises to proclaim, With fervor in our own. 3 We mourn not that prophetic skill Is found on earth no more : Enough for us to trace thy will In scripture's sacred lore. 4 When tongues shall cease, and pow'r decay, And knowledge empty prove, Do thou thy trembling servants stay With faith, and hope, and love. 794:t Prayer to the Holy Spirit. P. M. 1 f\ HOLY Ghost, descend, we pray, v^ Abide with us from day to day, And be a sun to cheer us ! Let thy bright beams, thou heav'nly light, Dispel the darkness of our night And fill our hearts with gladness; That we To thee Truly living. To thee giving Pray'r unceasing, Still may be in love increasing. 2 Give to thy word impressive pow'r That in our hearts, from this good hour, As fire it may be burning; 496 THE HOLY SPIRIT. That Thee, the Father, and the Son, And Spirit, on one common throne We may as God acknowledge ! O stay And sway Our souls ever, That they never May forsake thee But by faith their refuge make thee. 3 Thou fountain whence all v/isdom flows, Which God on pious hearts bestows, Grant us thy consolation, That in our pure faith's unity. Our Christian brethren all may see Thy witness truly given. Hear us, Cheer us By thy teaching. That our preaching Thy salvation Soon may tell to ev'ry nation. 4 Direct us by thy counsel still, — That we may understand thy will ; Our ignorance enlighten. O! grant us constancy, that we May ever faithful prove to thee, How much soe'er we suffer. Descend, Defend, From all errors And earth's terrors, Be our healing, Jesus' love and peace revealing. TOS 08B) Influences of the Hohj Spirit implored. 7s. 1 TTOLY Ghost, with light divine, Al Shine upon this heart of mine ? Chase the shades of night away, Turn the darkness into day. THE HOLY SPIRIT. 497 2 Let me see my Savior's face, Let me all his iteauties trace; Show those ir!ori(;iis truths to me, Which are only known to thee. 3 Holy Ghost, with pow'r divine, Cleanse this guilty heart of mine; Long has sin, without control, Held dominion o'er my soul. 4 Holy Ghost, with joy divine, Cheer this sadden'd heart of mine; Bid my many woes depart, Heal my wounded, bleeding heart. 5 Bid my sin and sorrow cease; Fill me with thy heav'nly peace; Joy divine I then shall prove. Light of truth — and fire of love. 6 Holy Spirit, all divine, Dwell Avithin this heart of mine; Cast down ev'ry idol's throne. Reign supreme — and reign alone. TOGt Sanctifiiing injluence. S. M. 1 /^OME, Holy Spirit, come; ^^ Let thy bright beams arise; Dispel the sorrow from our minds. The darkness from our eyes. 2 Convince us all of sin, Then lead to Jesus' blood, And to our wond'ring view reveal TJie mercies of our God. 3 Revive our drooping faith, Our doubts and fears remove, And kindle in our breasts the flame Of never-dying love. 4 'Tis thine to cleanse the heart. To sanctify the soul. To pour fresh life in ev'ry part, And new-create the uhole. 498 THE HOLY SPIRIT. 5 Dwell, Spirit, in our hearts; Our minds from bondage free; Then shall we know, and praise and love, The Father, Son and Thee. # 9TT Quickening Spirit. L. M 1 /^OME, Holy Spirit, calm my mind, ^ And fit me to approach my God; Remove each vain, each worldly thought, And lead me to thy blest abode. 2 Hast thou imparted to my soul A living spark of holy fire ? O kindle now the sacred flame, And make me burn with pure desire. 3 A brighter faith and hope impart, And let me now my Savior see; O soothe and cheer my burden 'd heart, And bid my spirit rest in thee. 79 8t Influences of the Spirit. P. M. Ts 1 r^RACIOUS Spirit— Love divine! ^J Let thy light within me shine; All my guilty fears remove; Fill me with thy heav'nly love. 2 Speak thy pard'ning grace to me; Set the burden'd sinner free; Lead me to the lamb of God; Wash me in his precious blood. 3 Life and peace to me impart; Seal salvation on my heart; Dwell thyself within my breast, Earnest of immortal rest. 4 Let me never from thee stray; Keep me in the narrow way; Fill my soul with joy divine; Keep me, Lord, for ever thine. THE HOLY SPIRIT. 499 # 90t The earnest of heaven. C. M. 1 \/l7HY should the children of a King » '^ Go mourning all their days? Great Comforter, descend and bring Some tokens of thy grace. 2 Dost thou not dwell in all thy saints, And seal them, heirs of heav'n ? When wilt thou banish my complaints, And show my sins forgiv 'n ? 3 Assure my conscience of her part In my Redeemer''s blood, And bear thy witness, with my heart. That I am born of God. 4 Thou art the earnest of his love, The pledge of joys to come ; And thy soft wings, celestial Dove, Will safely bear me home. 800^ Spirit of Holiness. C. M. 1 OPIRIT of holiness, look down, ^ Our fainting heari? to cheer; And, when we tremble at. thy frown, O bring thy comforts near. 2 The fear which thy convictions wrought, O let thy grace remove; And may the souls v/hich thou hast taught To weep, now learn to love. 3 Now let thy saving mercy heal The wounds it made before; Now on our hearts impress thy seal, That we may doubt no more. 4 Complete the work thou hast begun. And make our darkness light, That we a glorious race may run. Till faith be lost in sight. 'Q' 500 THE HOLY SPIRIT. 5 Then, as our wond'ring eyes discern The Lord's unclouded face, In fitter language we shall learn To sing triumphant grace. SO 1 (7S5) God's Spirit will not ahoays strive. C. M. UENCH not the Spirit of the Lord, The Holy One from heav'n; The Comforter, belov'd, ador'd, To man in mercy giv'n. 2 Quench not the Spirit of the Lord; He will not always strive: O tremble at that awful word; Sinner ! awake and live. 3 Quench not the Spirit of the Lord, It is thine only hope: O let his aid be now implor'd; Let pray'r be lifted up. 4 Grieve not the Spirit of the Lord, Heirs of redeeming grace; With grateful hearts his love record, Whose presence fills the place. 802 (786) Prayer for the Holy Spirit. P. M 1 r\ THOU that hearest pray'r ! ^^ Attend my humble cry; And let thy servants share Thy blessings from on high: We plead the promise of thy word, Grant us thy Holy Spirit, Lord! 2 If earthly parents hear Their children when they cry, If they, with love sincere. Their children's wants supply; Much more wilt thou thy love display, And answer when thy children pray. 3 Our heav'nly Father! thou — We — children of thy grace — THE HOLY SPIRIT. 501 0 let thy Spirit now Descend and fill the place; That all may feel the heav'nly flame, And all unite to praise thy name. 4 O may that sacred fire, Descending from above. Our frozen hearts inspire With fervent zeal and love; Enlighten our beclouded eyes, And teach our grov'ling souls to rise. 803 (787) Breathing after God. P. M. 8s. 1 r\ THAT the Comforter would come! ^^ Nor visit as a transient guest, But fix in me his constant home. And keep possession of my breast, And make my soul his lov'd abode, The temple of the livingr God ! 2 Come, Holy Ghost, my heart inspire ! Attest that I am born again; Come, and baptize me now with fire, Nor let thy former gifts be vain: 1 cannot rest till I'm forgiv'n; And find the earnest of my heav'n ! 3 O, love, I languish at thy stay 1 I pine for thee with ling 'ring smart! Weary and faint through long delay: When wilt thou come into my heart? From sin and sorrow set me free, And swallow up my soul in thee ! 804^ Prayer for the effusion of the Spirit. L. M. 1 r\ SPIRIT of the living God, Vy In all thy plenitude of grace. Where'er the foot of man hath trod, Descend on our apostate race. 2 Be darkness, at thy coming, light, Confusion, order, in thy path ; 502 THE TRINITT. Souls without strength inspire with might; Bid mercy triumph over wrath. 3 Baptize the nations; far and nigh, The triumphs of the cross record; The name of Jesus glorify, Till ev'ry kindred call him Lord. 4 God from eternity hath will'd All flesh shall his salvation see; So be the Father's love fulfill'd, The Savior's suff'rings crown'd through thee. THE TRINITY. 805t Prayer to the Trinity. L. M 1 "C^ATHER of heav'n, whose love profound -T A ransom for our souls has found, Before thy throne we sinners bend; To us thy pard'ning love extend. 2 Almighty Son, incarnate Word, Our Prophet, Priest, Redeemer, Lord, Before thy throne we sinners bend; To us thy saving grace extend. 3 Eternal Spirit, by whose breath, The soul is rais'd from sin and death, Before thy throne we sinners bend; To us thy quick'ning pow'r extend. 4 Jehovah ! Father, Spirit, Son ! Eternal Godhead, Three in One ! Before thy throne we sinners bend; Grace, pardon, life, to us extend. 806t Praise to the Trinity. C. M. 1 r^hORY to God the Father's name, ^J Who, from our sinful race Hath chosen myriads to proclaim The honors of his grace. THE ANGELS. 503 2 Glory to God the Son be paid, Who dwelt in humble clay, And, to redeem us from the dead, Gave his own life away. 3 Glory to God the Spirit give. From whose almiofhty power Our souls their heav'nly birth derive, And bless the happy hour. 4 Glory to God, that reigns above, The holy Three in One, Who, by the wonders of his love, Has made his nature known. 80 Tt Worship of the Trinity. S. M. 1 'C'ATHER, in whom we live, ■*- In whom we are and move. All glory, pow'r and praise, receive, For thy creating love. 2 O thou incarnate Word, Let all thy ransom 'd race Unite in thanks, with one accord, For thy redeeming grace. 3 Spirit of holiness, Let ail thy saints adore Thy sacred gifts, and join to bless Thy heart-renewing pow'r. 4 The grace on man bestow 'd. Ye heav'nly choirs, proclaim, And cry "Salvation to our God! Salvation to the Lamb !" THE ANGELS. 808 ' Sympathy of angels. C. M. 1 T>EYOND the giitt'ring, starry skies -D Far as th' eternal hills. There, in the boundless worlds of light, Our dear Redeemer dwells. 33 504 THE ANGELS. 2 Legions of angels round Ins throne In countless armies shine; And swell his praise with golden harps Attun'd to songs divine. 3 "Hail, glorious Prince of peace!" they cry, "Whose unexampled love Mov'd thee to quit these glorious realms, And royalties above." 4 Through all his travels here below They did his steps attend. Oft worid'ring how, or where, at last, The mystic scene would end. 5 They saw his heart transfix'd with wounds. And view'd the crimson gore; They saw him break the bars of death, Which none e'er broke before. 6 They brought his chariot from above. To bear him to his throne; Clapp'd their triumphant wings, and cried, — "The glorious work is done!" 800t Angelic praise. S. M. 1 rpHE Lord, the sov'reign King, J- Hath fix'd his throne on high; O'er all the heavenly world he rules, And all beneath the sky. 2 Ye angels I great in might, And swift to do his will. Bless ye the Lord, whose voice ye hear, Whose pleasure ye fulfil. 3 Let the bright hosts who wait The orders of their King, And guard his churches when they pray, Join in the praise they sing. 4 While all his wondrous works, Through his vast kingdom, show Their Maker's glory, thou, my soul! Shalt sing his graces too. THE GOSPEL CALL. 505 8 lot Christ, the Lord of angels. L. M. 1 /^REA.T God ! to what a glorious height ^J Hast thou ad vane 'd the Lord, thy Son! Angels, in all their robes of light, Are made the servants of his throne. 2 Before his feet their armies wait, And swift as flames of fire they move, To manage his aff'airs of state, In works of vengeance, or of love. 3 Now they are sent to guide our feet, Up to the gates of thine abode, Through all the dangers that we meet, Jn trav'ling o'er the heavenly road. 4 Lord! when we leave this mortal ground, And thou shalt bid us rise and come, — Send thy beloved angels down Safe to conduct our spirits home. THE GOSPEL CALL. 811 (772) The year of jubilee. P.M. AIR shines the morning star! F The silver trumpets sound- Their notes re-echoing far, While dawns the day around ! Joy to the slave ! — the slave is free ! It is the year of Jubilee. 2 Pris'ners of hope ! — in gloom And silence left to die, With Clirist's unfolding tomb Your portals open fly; — Rise with the Lord ! — He sets you free;- It is the year of Jubilee. 3 Ye, who have sold for naught The land your fathers won. 506 THE GOSPEL CALL. Behold how God has wrought Redemption through his Son! Your heritage again is ftee, It is the year of Jubilee. 4 Ye who yourselves have sold For debts to justice due, Kansom'd, but not with gold, Christ gave himself for you; His precious blood has made you free, It is the year of Jubilee. 5 Captives of sin and shame, O'er earth and ocean, hear An angel's voice proclaim The Lord's accepted year; — Let Jacob rise, be Israel free, It is the year of Jubilee. ol^T The voice of free grace. 12s. 1 npHE voice of free grace cries — ''Escape to the J- mountain!'' For Adam's lost race Christ hath open'd a fountain; For sin and uncleanness, and every transgression. His blood flows most freely in streams of salvation. Choi'us. Hallelujah to the Lamb! he hath purchas'd our pardon, We'll praise him again when we pass over Jordan. 2 Ye souls that are wounded ! O ! flee to the Savior-, He calls you in mercy, — 'tis infinite favor; Your sins are increasing, — escape to the mountain, — His blood can remove them, it flows from the foun- tain. 3 O Jesus ! ride onv/ard, triumphantly glorious. O'er sin, death and hell, thou art more than victo- rious ; Thy name is the theme of the great congregation, While angels and saints raise the shout of salvation. THE GOSPEL CALL. 507 4 With joy shall we stand, when escaped to the siiore; With harps in our hands, we'll praise him the more; We'll range the sweet plains on tlie bank of the river, And sing of salvation for ever and ever ! 813 (790) TJie first great object. CM. 1 T> ELI GION is the chief concern -I^ Of mortals here below; May 1 its great importance learn, Its sov 'reign virtue know! 2 More needful this, than glitt'ring wealth, Or aught the world bestows ; Nor reputation, food or health. Can give us such repose. 3 Religion should our thoughts engage, Amidst our youthful bloom ; 'Twill jfit us for declining age, And for the awful tomb. 4 O may my heart, by grace renew'd, Be my Redeemer's throne; And be my stubborn will subdu'd. His government to own. 5 Let deep repentance, faith, and love Be join'd with godly fear; And all my conversation prove My heart to be sincere. 814 (791) The Mercy-seat. 11.10.11.10. COME, ye disconsolate, where'er ye languish, Come, at the mercy-seat fervently kneel: Here bring your wounded hearts, here tell your anguish; Earth has no sorrov^'S that heav'n cannot heal. Joy of the desolate, light of the straying, Hope of the penitent, fadeless and pure. Here speaks the Comforter, in mercy saying. Earth has no sorrow that heav'n cannot cure THE GOSPEL CALL. G0^ He 508 3 Here see the bread of life; see waters flowing Forth from the throne of God, boundless in love ; Come to the feast prepar'd; come, ever knowing Earth has no sorrows but hear'n can remove. 815 (792) Watch and pray. P.M. watch and pray; thou canst not. tell low near thine hour may be; Thou canst not know how soon the bell May toll its notes for thee: Death's countless snares beset thy way: Frail child of dust, go watch and pray. 2 Fond youth, while free from blighting care Does thy firm pulse beat high ? Do hope's glad visions, bright and fair, Dilate before thine eye: Soon these must change — must pass away Frail child of dust, go watch and pray. 3 Thou aged man ! life's wintry storm Hath sear'd thy vernal bloom ; With trembling limbs and wasting form, Thou'rt bending o'er the tomb : And can vain hope lead thee astray.' Go, weary pilgrim ! watch and pray. 4 Ambition, stop thy panting breath ! Pride, sink thy lifted eye ! Behold! the caverns, dark with death. Before you open lie: The heav'nly warning now obey; Ye sons of pride, go watch and pray. 810 (793) Trust in God iindtr darkness. P.M. 1 /~\ LET my trembling soul be still, ^^ While darkness veils the sky, And wait thy wise, thy holy will, Wrapp'd yet in mystery: I cannot. Lord, thy purpose see; But all is well — since rul'd by thee. THE GOSPEL CALL. 609 2 Thus, trusting; in thy love, 1 tread The path of duty on; What though some cherish 'd joys are fled, Some fiatt'ring dreams are gone r Yet purer, brighter joys remain: Why siiould my spirit then complain r H17 (794) The broad road. L. M. 1 TIROAD is the road that leads to death, -D And thousands walk together there; But wisdom shows a narrow path, With here and there a traveler. 2 "Deny thyself, and take thy cross," Is the Redeemer's great command; Nature must count her gold but dross, If she would gain this heav'nly land. 3 The fearful soul that tires and faints, And walks the ways of God no more, Is but esteem 'd almost a saint. And makes his own destruction sure. 4 Lord, let not all my hopes be vain; Create my heart entirely new; Which hypocrites could ne'er attain, Which false apostates never knew. 818 (795) ^fountain opened. P.M. 8.7.8.7.7.7. 1 /~10ME to Calv'ry's holy mountain, ^ Sinners I ruinM by the fall: Here a pure and healing fountain Flows to you, to me, to all. In a full perpetual tide, Open'd when the Savior died. 2 Come, in poverty and meanness, Come, defil'd without, within; From infection and uncleanness. From the leprosy of sin. Wash your robes and make them white; Ye shall waLli with God in liorht. 510 THE GOSPEL CALL. 3 Come, in sorrow and coutntiuii, Wounded, impotent, and blind; Here the guilty, free remission, Here the troubled, peace may find; Health this fountain will restore; He that drinks shall thirst no more. 4 He that drinks shall live for ever; 'Tis a soul-renewing flood: God is faithful — God will never Break his covenant in blood, Signed when our Redeemer died, Sealed when he was glorified. 8 1 9t Living waters. P. M. 1 ^T^HE Fountain flows! waters of life bestowing; -*- Come, thirsty soul, nor perish in thy pride I Take, as a gift, what from the throne is flowing, — So cry the Lamb, the Spirit, and the bride. Come ! — nothing bars the way; Come drink as thou shalt choose, There is no price to pay: The Fountain flows ! 2 The Fountain flows ! — With heart and hands be ready. Ye sons of want, the proffer 'd boon to meet! The sinner's friend, the helper of the needy, Your thither course will with his favor greet : The waters each may take Who now his mis'ry knows;- Who longs — 'tis for his sake The Fountain flows. 3 The Fountain flows!— Thank God, the fullest measure Of grace and pow'r here meets our utmost need. Now, sinner, wouldst thou ever share its pleasure. Haste, like the panting roe, with earnest speed: THE GOSPEL CALL. 511 Draw to the waters near Where thirst and languor close — With waters sv/eet and clear The Fountain flows. 4 The Fountain flows ! for all a fount of healing: He's blest for whom it shall not flow in vain ! Who drinks — a well of water never failing, In him, to endless life, it shall remain: For whoso tries its pow'r From thirst shall now repose, And ne'er be thirsty more: The Fountain flows. 820 (79'7) Expostulation with the sinner. P. M. 7s. 1 O INNER, is thy heart at rest? ^ Is thy bosom void of fear ? Art thou not by guilt oppress'd? Speaks not conscience in thine ear? 2 Can this world aff'ord thee bliss ? Can it chase away thy gloom? Flatt'ring, false, and vain it is: — Tremble at the worldling's doom. 3 Think, O sinner, on thine end; See the judgment-day appear ! Thither must thy spirit wend; There thy righteous sentence hear. 4 Wretched, ruin'd, helpless sou^, To a Savior's blood apply; He alone can make thee whole; Fly to Jesus, — sinner, fly ! 821 (798) Cometo Jesus. P.M. 6.5.6.5.6.6.6.5. 1 "pOOR, wilder'd, weeping heart, JL What can relieve thee ? Come, sinful as thou art, Christ will receive thee ; Come, though with woe oppress'd, Soft is the Savior's breast, 512 THE GOSPEL CALL. There may'st thou sweetly rest, There naught shall grieve thee. 2 Come, trembling, timid soul, Why this delaying? » Thunders, that o'er thee roll, Fall on thee straying. Turn from destruction's ways, Turn to the throne of grace; There seek thy Father's face, Weeping and praying. 3 "Hence, guilty fear and doubt, Leave me for ever ! Lord, wilt thou cast me out? Never — O, never ! From unbelief of mind. From thought to sin inclin'd. From flesh and hell combin'd. Thou wilt deliver. " 83 3t Look to Jesus. P. M. Ts- 1 "ITTEARY sinner, keep thine eyes * » On th' atoning sacrifice; View him bleeding on the tree, Pouring out his life for thee: There the dreadful curse he bore; Weeping soul, lament no more. 2 Cast thy guilty soul on him; Find him mighty to redeem; At his feet thy burden lay; Look thy doubts and care away; Now by faith the Son embrace. Plead his promise, trust his grace. ©33 {799) Jlcquaint noio tlujselfioith God. lis. 1 A CQUAINT thyself quickly, O sinner, wiih God, -^ And joy, like the sunshine, shall beam on thy road, And peace, like the dew-drop, shall fall on thy head, And sleep, like an angel, shall visit thy bed. THE GOSPEL CALL. 513 2 Acquaint thyself quickly, O sinner, witli God, And he shall be with thee, when fears are abroad; Tiiy safeguard in dangers that threaten thy path; Thy joy in the valley and shadow of death. 834 (801) Expostxdation. P. M. 7s 1 DINNERS, turn, why will ye die? ^^ God, your Maker, asks you why: God, who did your being give, Made you with himself to live; He the fatal cause demands, Asks the work of his own hands, Why, ye thankless creatures, why Will ye shght his love, and die.^ 2 Sinners, turn, why will ye die? God, your Savior, asks you why; He, who did your souls retrieve, Died himself that ye might live ! Will ye let him die in vain? Crucify your Lord again ? Why, ye ransom'd sinners, why Will ye slight his grace and die? 3 Sinners, turn, why will ye die? God, the Spirit, asks you why; He who all your lives hath strove, Woo'd you to embrace his love: Will ye not his grace receive? Will ye still refuse to live? Why, ye long-sought sinners, why Will ye grieve your God, and die?* 835 {^^2) Danger of delay. P. M. lis |ELAY not, delay not, O sinner; draw near; The waters of life are now flowing for thee! No price is demanded, the Savior is here. Redemption is purchas'd, salvation is free. Delay not, delay not; why longer abuse The love and comnassion of Jesus, thy God ; D' 514 THE GOSPEL CALL. A fountain is open'd, how canst thou refuse To wash and be cleans'd in his pardoning blood? 3 Delay not, delay not, O sinner, to come, For mercy still lingers, and calls thee to-day: Her voice is not heard in the shades of the tomb; Her message, unheeded, will soon pass away. 4 Delay not, delay not ! the Spirit of grace, Long griev'd and resisted, mav take its sad flight. And leave thee in darkness to finish thy race, To sink in the gloom of eternity's night. 836t Mw the day of grace. S. M. 1 lyrOW is the day of grace; -L^ Now to the Savior come; The Lord is calling, "Seek my face, And 1 will guide you home." 2 A Father bids you speed; O wherefore then delay? He calls in love; he sees your need; He bids you come to-day. 3 To-day the prize is won; The promise is to save; Then, O, be wise; to-morrow's sun May shine upon your grave. SSTi Exhortation to work while it is day. S. M. 1 npHE swift-declining day, J- How fast its moments fly, While evening's broad and gloomy shade Gains on the western sky. 2 Ye mortals, mark its pace, And use the hours of light; For know its Maker can command An instant, endless night. 3 Give glory to the Lord Who rules the rolling sphere; THE GOSPEL CALL. 515 Submissive, at his footstool bow, And seek salvation there. 4 Then shall new lustre break Tlirough all the heavy gloom, And lead you to unchanging light, In your celestial home. o"o' The sinner entreated to awake. P.M. 7s. 1 O INNER, rouse thee from thy sleep; ^ Wake, and o'er thy folly weep; Raise thy spirit, dark and dead; Jesus waits his light to shed. 2 Awake from sleep; arise from death; See the bright and living path; Watchful, tread that path ; be wise ; Leave thy folly; seek the skies. 3 Leave thy folly; cease from crime; From this hour redeem thy time; Life secure without delay; Evil is thy mortal day. 4 O then rouse thee from thy sleep ; Wake, and o'er thy folly weep; Jesus calls from death and night; Jesus waits to shed his light. 829t Vanity of the xcorld. C M. |E thou, O Lord, my treasure here. And fix my thoughts above; Unveil thy glories to my view, And bid me taste thy love. The world how mean, with all its store, Compar'd with thee, my Lord ! Its vain and fleeting joys how few ! How little they afford ! The goods of earth are empty things, And pleasures soon decay; Its honors are but noisy breath, And sceptres pass away. B' 516 PEKilf.NCt. 4 Ye vain and glitl'ring toys, begone ; Ye false delights, adieu; My glorious Lord fills all the space, And leaves no room for you. 830 (80S) A voice of warning. P. M. 8.8.6.8.8.6. 1 'T^HAT Avarning voice, O sinner, hear, -*- And while salvation linger's near, The heav'nly call obey. Flee from destructions downward path. Flee from the threat 'ning storm of wrath That rises o'er thy way. 2 Soon night comes on with thick'ning shade. The tempest hovers o'er thy head, The winds their fury pour; The lightnings rend the earth and skies, The thunders roar, the flames arise: What terrors fill that hour ! 3 That warning voice, O sinner, hear, Whose accents linger on thine ear; Thy footsteps now retrace : Renounce thy sins and be forgiv'n, Believe, become an heir of heav'n, And smg redeeming grace. 4 Then, while a voice of pardon speaks, Tlie storm is hush'd, the morning breaks, The heav'ns are all serene; Fresh verdure clothes the beauteous fields, Joy echoes on the distant hills, New wonders fill the scene. PENITENCE. 831 (809) Prayer for the SpiriVs influence. C. M. 1 /^REAT God, before thy mercy-seat, vT Abas'd, in dust I fall; My crimes of complicated guilt Aloud for judgment call. PENITENCE. 517 2 I own my ways to be corrupt, My service stain'd with sin ; Make thou my broken spirit whole, My burden 'd conscience clean. 3 Lord, send thy Spirit from above, Implant a lioly fear ; And through thine all-abounding grace Bring thy salvation near. 4 On my distress'd, benighted soul, O cause thy face to shine ; Make me to hear thy pard'ning voice, And tell me I am thine. C50^t Invitation accepted. P. M. 7s. 1 AMI calPd ? and can it be ! -^ Has my Savior chosen me .' Guilty, wretched as I am, Has he named my worthless name ? Vilest of the vile am I, Dare I raise my hopes so high.? 2 Am I call'd.' I dare not stay, May not, must not disobey; Here, I lay me at thy feet, Clinging to the mercy-seat; Thine 1 am and thine alone ; Lord, with me thy will be done. 3 Am I called ? what shall I bring As an ofF'ring to my King.'' Poor, and blind, and naked, I Trembling at thy footstool lie ; Naught but sin I call mine own, Nor for sin can sin atone. 4 Am I called.' an heir of God ! Wash'd, redeem'd by precious blood! Father, lead me in thy hand, Guide me to that better land, Where my soul shall be at rest, Pillow'd on my Savior's breast. 518 PENITENCE. 833 (^11) Surrendering the heart to Christ. L. M. 1 T>LEST J'dsus! when thy cross I view, — Jj That myst'ry to th' angelic host, — I gaze with grief and rapture too, And all my soul 's in wonder lost. 2 What strange compassion fill'd thy breast. That brought thee from thy throne on high, To woes, that cannot be express'd, To be despis'd, to groan and die? 3 Was it for man, rebellious man, Sunk by his crimes below the grave. Who, justly doom'd to endless pain, Found none to pity or to save? 4 For man didst thou forsake the sky, To bleed upon th' accursed tree? And didst thou taste of death to buy Immortal life and bliss fur me? 5 Had I a voice to praise thy name, Loud as the trump that wakes the dead, Had I the raptur'd seraph's flame, My debt of love could ne'er be (jaid. S3 -I (812) Sanctijication and pardon. C. M. 1 "fTTHERE shall we sinners hide our heads' ' » Can rocks or mountains save? Or shall we wrap us in the shades Of midnight and the grave ? 2 Is there no shelter from the eye Of an avenging God ? Jesus, to thy dear wounds we fly: Bedew us with thy blood. 3 Those guardian drops our souls secure, And wash away our sins; Eternal justice frowns no more. And conscience smiles within. 4 We bless that wondrous purple stream That cleanses ev'ry stain ; Our souls are yet but half redeem'd, If sin the tyrant reign.* SnPPLICATIO>f FOR THE DIVISE MERCY. 519 835 (813) Deep contrition. P. M. 7s. 1 TESUS, save my dying soul, ♦^ Make the broken spirit whole ; Humbled in the dust I lie; Savior, leave me not to die. 2 Jesus, full of ev'ry grace, Now reveal thy smiling face; Grant the joy of sin forgiv'n, Foretaste of the bliss of heav'n. 3 All my guilt to thee is known — Thou art righteous, thou alone: All my help is from thy cross; All besides I count but loss. 4 Lord, in thee I now believe; Wilt thou — wilt thou not forgive? Helpless at thy feet 1 lie ; Savior, leave me not to die. SUPPLICATION FOR DIVINE MERCY. FOR PRAYER-MEETINGS AND REVIVALS. 836 (814) The burden of sin. S. M- 1 AH! whither should I go, -^ Burden'd and sick and faint ! To whom should I my troubles show, And pour out my complaint ? 2 My Savior bids me come, Ah 1 why do I delay? He calls the weary sinner home, And yet from him I stay. 3 What is it keeps me back From which I cannot part ? Which will not let the Savior take Possession of my heart r 34 520 SUPPLICATION- FOR THE DIVINE MERCY. 4 Some cursed thing unknown Must surely lurk within ; Some idol which I will not own, Some secret bosom sin. 5 Jesus, the hindrance show, Which I have fear'd to see; And let me now consent to know What keeps me back fiom thee. 6 Searcher of hearts, in mine Thy trying pow'r display ; Into its darkest corners shine, And take the veil away. 7 I now believe in thee Compassion reigns alone: According to my faith, to me O let it, Lord, be done !* SSTt Our Mvocate. L. M. 1 TTTHERE is my God r does he retire VV Beyond the reach of humble sighs? Are these weak breathings of desiie Too languid to ascend the skies ? 2 He hears the breathings of desire; The weak petition, if sincere, Is not forbidden to aspire. And hope to reach his gracious ear. 3 Look up, ray soul, with cheerful eye ; See where the great Redeemer stands, The glorious Advocate on high, With precious incense in his hands. 4 He hears and soothes each humble groan; He recommends each broken pray'r; Recline thy hope on him alone Whose pow'r and love forbid despair. SUPPLICATION FOR THE DIVINE MERCY. 521 838 (816) Tlie inward conflict. S. M. 1 A ND wilt thou yet be found, -^ And may I still draw near? Then listen to the plaintive sound Of a poor sinner's pray'r. 2 Jesus, thine aid afford, If still the same thou art, To thee I look, to thee, my Lord ! Lift up a fainting heart. 3 Thou seest my troubled breast, The struggles of my will, The foes that interrupt my rest) The agonies I feel.* 4 O, my offended Lord, Restore my inward peace, I know thou canst; pronounce the word, And bid the tempest cease ! 5 I long to see thy face, Thy Spirit I implore, The living water of thy grace, That I may thirst no more. 839t Burden of guilt. CM. 1 TTTITH guilt oppress'd , bow'd down with sin, ^^ Beneath its load I groan ; Give me, O Lord, a heart of flesh; Remove this heart of stone. 2 A burden 'd sinner, lo ! I come, In dread of death and hell ; O seal my pardon with thy blood. And all my fears dispel. 3 Nor peace, nor rest, my soul can find, Till thy dear cross I see ; Till there in humble faith I cry, "The Savior died for me." 522 SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. 4 O give this true and living faith, This soul-supporting view; Till old things be for ever past, And all within be new. 840 (S18) Weary sinners. P. M. 7s. 1 /^OME, ye weary sinners, come, ^ All, who feel your heavy load: Jesus calls the wand'rers home; Hasten to your pard'ning God. 2 Come, ye guilty souls opprest. Answer to the Savior's call: "Come, and 1 will give you rest; Come, and I will save you all.'* 3 Jesus, full of truth and love. We tliy gracious call obey ; Faithful let thy mercies prove. Take our load of guilt away. 4 Weary of this war within. Weary of this endless strife, Weary of ourselves and sin. Weary of a wretched life; 5 Burden'd with a world of grief, Burden'd with our sinfufload, Burden'd with this unbelief, Burden'd with the wrath of God: 6 Lo, we come to thee for ease, True and gracious as thou art; Now our weary souls release, Write forgiveness on our heart. SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. 841 (810) Penitence at the cross. P. M. 7s. 1 TTEARTS of stone, relent, relent, J- A Break, by Jesus' cross subdued; See his body, mangled — rent, Cover 'd with a gore of blood ; SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. 523 Sinful soul, what hast thou done ! Crucified God's only Son. 2 Yes, thy sins have done the deed, Driv'n the nails that fix'd him there; Crown'd with thorns his sacred head, Plung'd into his side the spear; Made his soul a sacrifice, While for sinful man he dieg. 3 Wilt thou let him bleed in vain? Still to death thy Lord pursue? Open all his wounds a^in, And the shameful cross renew ? No ! witii all my sins I'll part: Break, O break, my bleeding heart ! 8-1 2t Salvation by faith. P. Al. us salvation now is come, God's wondrous grace revealing; Works never can avert our doom — They have no pow'r of healing. Faith looks to God's beloved Son, Who has for us deliv 'ranee won — He is our great Redeemer '. 2 What God's most holy precept claims No child of Adam renders; But from the throne dread vengeance flames, And speaks the curse in thunders. The flesh ne'er prompts those pure desires That, 'bove all else, the law requires ; — Relief by law is hopeless ! 3 But all the law must be fulfill'd, Or we must sink despairing ; — Then came the Son — so God had will'd, — Our human nature sharing, For us the law's demands obey'd, And thus his Father's vengeance stay'd, Which over us impended. TO G 524 SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. 4 Now to the God of matchless grace, To Father, Son and Spirit, We lift our highest songs of praise, Our praise his favors merit. All he has said he will perform, And save us by his mighty arm, — His worthy name be hallo w'd ! 84 3t Thanksgiving for the gift of Christ. P.M. 1 TJEJOICE, ye ransom'd of the Lord, -t*' Now banish all your sadness, Tune all your hearts with one accord, And sing aloud for gladness: Tell what the Lord for us hath v/rought. At what a price our souls he bought, And all his wondrous goodness. 2 A thrall of Satan once I lay, Beneath death's gloomy power, Sin rackVl my soul by night and day. And deeper, deeper ev'ry hour, From that which gave me birth, I fell ; No peace within my breast might dwell, Sin reign'd in all my nature. 3 Good works with me could naught avail, By them I must have perish 'd; To goodness dead, I dar'd assail His law who me had cherish'd ! My anguish drove me to despair. Whilst death frown 'd on me ev'ry where. And hell yawn'd just before me. 4 Then touch'd my wretchedness the heart Of Him who reigns in heaven; He deign'd his mercy to impart. And show my sins forgiven — My father's heart yearn 'd over me; What greater love than this could be. Which gave his richest treasure ? 5 "Go, my beloved Son," said he, "Thou who my glory wearest, SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. 5:25 Now let the world my mercy see Whilst thou salvation bearest; Now burst their bonds, and free from sin, Destroy the reign of death, and win Eternal life for sinners." 6 The Son obey'd the Father's voice, He own'd his virgin mother; Let all the world aloud rejoice, He hath become my brother ; Yea, lie my humble form assumes, And iSatan to perdition dooms, And thus his kingdom cometh. ^•4:4t Sinners received by Jesus. P. M. 1 "^T^HIS man sinners doth receive!" -L Well may we the saying ponder, Who in sin's delusions live. And from God and heaven wander: — And this alone sure hope can give — "Jesus sinners doth receive !" 2 We deserve but grief and shame, — Yet his words rich grace revealing, Pardon, peace and life proclaim: Here their ills have perfect healing Who with humble hearts believe "Jesus sinners doth receive !'' 3 Come, ye wand'rers, one and all. Come, we all have invitation, — Come, obey his gracious call, Come and take his free salvation! He has died that we might live, — "Jesus sinners doth receive!" 4 Savior, now I come to thee: Great my sins, a weary burden! Wilt thou mercy show to me.' Can I hope to find a pardon? I will trust; my soul relieve! Me, a sinner, Lord, receive! 526 SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. 845 (S23) The Savior crotcned. C. M. 1 4 LL hail the pow'r of Jesus' name ! -^^ Let angels prostrate fall; Bring forth the royal diadem, And crown him Lord of all.* 2 Crown him, ye morning stars of light, Who fix'd this floating ball; Now hail the strength of Israel's might, And crown him Lord of all.* 3 Ye chosen seed of Adam's race, Ye ransom'd from the fall; Hail him who saves you by his grace, And crown him Lord of all.* 4 Sinners, whose love can ne'er forget The wormwood and the gall, Go, spread your trophies at his feet, And crown him Lord of all. 5 Let ev'ry kindred, ev'ry tribe On thiS terrestrial ball. To him all majesty ascribe, • And crown him Lord of all. 84:6t Christ our salvation. L. M 1 /^OME, guilty sinners, come and see ^ Your great atoning Sacrifice : Behold, on yonder gory tree, The King of kings for rebels dies. 2 How gracious, how severe thou art. Just God, in thy redeeming plan I The spear that pierced Immanuel's heart Reveal 'd the fount of life for man. 3 Hail, hallow'd cross, accurs'd no more; Rich tree of life to all our race; Blest tree of Paradise, which bore The choicest fruit — the gift of grace. 4 Lord, shall our grief or joy prevail? Our heart is rent amidst their strife; SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. 527 Shall we tiie Victim's death bewail, Or hail it as our way to life? 5 Thy dying, living, boundless love, While here below, shall tune our tongue, And, when we join the choir above. Thy love be our triumphant song. S4:'#T God's holiness and justice glorified. L M. 1 r\ LOVE! beyond conception great, ^-' That formed the vast stupendous plan ! Where all divine perfections meet To reconcile rebellious man: 2 There wisdom shines in fullest blaze, And justice all her right maintains — Astoiiish'd angels stoop to gaze. While mercy o'er the guilty reigns. 3 Yes, mercy reigns, and justice too, In Christ they both harmonious meet; He paid to justice all her due. And now he fills the mercy-seat. 4 Such are the wonders of our God; And such the amazing depths of grace, To save from wrath's vindictive rod The chosen sons of Adam's race. 5 With grateful songs, then, let our souls Surround our gracious Father's throne; And all between the distant poles His truth and mercy ever own. 848 (825) Grace. CM. 1 A -MAZING grace ! — how sweet the sound — -^ That sav'd a soul like me ! I once was lost, but now am found, Was blind, but now I see. 2 'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, 'Twas grace my fears reliev'd; How precious did that grace appear, The hour I first believ'd ! 528 SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. 3 Full many a danger, toil, and snare, My soul has overcome; 'Tis grace that brought me safe thus far, And grace will lead me home. 4 And when this flesh and heart shall fail, And mortal life shall cease, I shall possess within the veil A life of joy and peace. o4:9t Lordy remember me. C. M. 1 r\ THOU from whom all goodness flows, ^^ I raise my soul to thee ; In all my sorrows, conflicts, woes, Dear Lord, remember me ! 2 When on my aching, burden'd heart My sins lie heavily. Thy pardon grant, new peace impart : Dear Lord, remember me! 3 When trials sore obstruct my way, And ills I cannot flee, O let my strength be as my day: Dear Lord, remember me! 4 When worn with pain, disease, and grief. This feeble frame shall be; Grant patience, rest, and kind relief: Dear Lord, remember me ! 5 When in the solemn hour of death I wait thy just decree. Be this the pray'r of my last breath, Dear Lord, remember me ! 6 And when before thy throne I stand And lift my soul to thee. Then, with the saints at thy right hand, Dear Lord, remember me ! CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 529 850t Cleansing blood. P. M. 78. 1 TESUS, to thy wounds I fly; ^ Purge my sins of deepest dye ; Lamb of God, for sinners slain, Wash away my crimson stain. 2 Plunge me in that sacred flood, In that Fountain of thy blood ; Then thy Father's eye shall see Not a spot of guilt in me. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. S5X^ Gratitude for God^s mercies. C. M. 1 TT7HEN all thy mercies, O my God, ▼ ▼ My rising soul surveys, Transported Aviih the view, I'm lost In wonder, love and praise. 2 Unnumber'd comforts on my soul Thy tender care bestow 'd, Before my infant heart conceiv'd From whom those comforts flow'd. 3 When in the slipp'ry paths of youth With heedless steps I ran. Thine arm, unseen, convey 'd me safe, And led me up to man. 4 Ten thousand thousand precious gifts My daily thanks employ; Nor is the least a cheerful heart, That tastes those gifts with joy. 5 Through ev'ry period of my life Thy goodness I'll pursue; And after death, in distant worlds, The glorious theme renew. 530 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 6 Through all eternity, to thee A grateful song I'll raise; But, O, eternity's too short To utter all thy praise. 852'^ Casting all care on God. S. M. 1 /COMMIT thou all thy griefs Vy And ways into his hands, To his sure truth and tender care, "Who earth and heav'n commands, — 2 Who points the clouds their course, Whom winds and seas obey; He shall direct thy wand'ring feet; He shall prepare thy \vay. 8 Put thou thy trust in God; In duty's path go on: Fix on his word thy steadfast eye; So shall thy work be done. 4 No profit canst thou gain By self-consuming care; To him commend thy cause; his ear Attends thy softest pray'r. 853t Divine light breaking into the soul. 7s & 6s. SOMETIMES a light surprises The Christian while he sincfs smgs; With healing in his wings; When comforts are declining, He grants the soul again A season of clear shining, To cheer it after rain. In holy contemplation, We sweetly then pursue The theme of God's salvation, And find it ever new : Set free from present sorrow. We cheerfully can say, CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 531 Let an unknown to-morrow- Bring with it what it may. 3 It can bring with it nothing But He will bear us through; Who gives the lilies clotliing, Will clothe his people too : Beneath the spreading heavens No creature but is fed ; And He who feeds the ravens Will give his children bread. 4 Though neither vine nor fig-tree Its wonted fruit should bear, Though all the fields should wither, Nor flocks nor herds be there; Yet God the same abiding, His praise shall tune my voice; For while in Him confiding, I cannot but rejoice. 854 (829) The pUgrhn's song. 7.6.7.6.7.7.7.6 1 T) ISE, my soul, and stretch thy Avings, -'-*' Thy better portion trace; Rise from transitory things Toward heav'n, thy native place: Sun, and moon, and stars decay, Time shall soon this earth remove; Rise, my soul, and haste away To seats prepar'd above. 2 Rivers to the ocean run. Nor stay in all their course; Fire, ascending, seeks the sun; Both speed them to their source: So a soul that's born of God, Pants to view his glorious face; Upward tends to his abode, To rest in his embrace. 3 Cease, ye pilgrims, cease to mourn, Press onward to the prize; 532 CHUiSTlAX EXPERIENCE. Soon your Savior will return, Triumphant in the skies : Yet a season, and you know Happy entrance will be giv'n; All your sorrows left below, And earth exchang'd for heav'n. 855t God our Shepherd. S. M. 1 n^HE Lord my Shepherd is; J- I shall be well supplied: Since he is mine and I am his, What can I want beside? 2 He leads me to the place Where heav'nly pasture grows. Where living waters gently pass, And full salvation flows. 3 If e'er I go astray. He doth my soul reclaim, And guides me, in his own right way, For his most holy name. 4 W^hile he affords his aid, I cannot yield to fear; Tho' I should walk thro' death's dark shade, My Shepherd 's with me there. 5 In sight of all my foes, Thou dost my table spread; My cup with blessings overflows, And joy exalts my head. 6 The bounties of thy love Shall crown my future days; Nor from thy house will I remove, Nor cease to speak thy praise. 856t Confidence in God. P. M. 7s & 68. 1 f^ OD is my strong salvation; vT What foe have I to fear? In darkness and temptation, My light, my help, is near; CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 533 Though hosts encamp around me, Firm in the fight I stand; What terror can confound me, With God at my right hand? 2 Place on the Lord reliance; My soul, with courage wait; His truth be thine affiance, When faint and desolate; His might thy heart shall strengthen, His love thy joy increase; Mercy thy days shall lengthen; The Lord will give thee peace. 85'7t The Christian race. C. M. 1 A WAKE, my soul; stretch ev'ry nerve, -^ And press with vigor on; A heav'nly race demands thy zeal. And an immortal crown. 2 A cloud of witnesses around Hold thee in full survey; Forget the steps already trod. And onward urge thy way. 3 'Tis God's all-animating voice That calls thee from on high; 'Tis his own hand presents the prize To thine uplifted eye; — 4 That prize, with peerless glories bright, Which shall new lustre boast. When victors' wreaths and monarchs' gems Shall blend in common dust, lo 6 10 6 9 9 4 858t God our light, trust, shield and reward. P.M. 1 /~^ OD is my light ! — Never, my soul, despair '*J In hours of thy distress ! The sun withdraws, and earth is dark and drear: — My light will never cease; On days of joy with splendor beaming; — Through nights of grief its rays are gleaming, — God is my light! 534 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENOE. 2 God is my trust ! — My soul, be not afraid ! Thy helper will abide: "I'll not forsake thee !" — He has kindly said, — He's ever at thy side; In feeble age will yet stand by thee ; No real good will he deny thee: — God is my trust ! 3 God is my shield ! — Of me he taketh care As none beside could do; He guards my head, — he watches ev'ry hair, All dangers brings me through: While thousands, to vain helpers calling, On right and left are near me falling, — He is my shield ! 4 God's my reward! — Well pleas'd I forward go The path that he has shown: It has no trials but my God will know, When he allots my crown. I'll gladly strive, the fight sustaining, Until in death the vict'ry gaining, — God's my reward ! 859 (S33) The Christian race. L. M 1 A WAKE, our souls, away, our fears, -^ Let ev'ry trembling thought be gone; Awake and run the heav'nly race, And put a cheerful courage on. 2 True, 'tis a straight and thorny road, And mortal spirits tire and faint; But they forget the mighty God, Who feeds the strength of ev'ry saint. 3 The mighty God, whose matchless povv'r Is ever new and ever young, Shall firm endure while endless years Their everlasting circles run. 4 From thee, the ever-flowing spring, Our souls sliall drink a fresh supply: While such as trust their native strength, Shall melt away, and droop and die. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 535 5 Swift as an eagle cuts the air, We'll mount aloft to thine abode; On wings of love our souls shall fly, Nor tire amid the heav'nly road. 860 (834) Learnwg of Christ. P. M. 7s. 1 /^1 0 to dark Gethsemane, ^JT Ye that feel the tempter's pow'r, Your Redeemer's conflict see, Watch with him one bitter hour; Turn not from his griefs away, Learn of Jesus Christ to pray. 2 Follow to the judgment hall, View the Lord of life arraign'd; 0 the wormwood and the gall ! O the pangs his soul sustain'd ! Shun not snff'ring, shame or loss; Learn of him to bear the cross. 3 Calv'ry's mournful mountain climb; There, adoring at his feet, Mark that miracle of time, God's own sacrifice complete: "It is finish'd,'' hear him cry: Learn of Jesus Christ to die. 4 Early hasten to the tomb, Where they laid his breathless clay, — All is solitude and gloom, — Who hath taken him away? Christ is ris'n ; he meets our eyes ! Savior, teach us so to rise. 861 (835) The three mounts, .-^ P. M. 7s. 1 TTTHEN on Sinai's top I see VV God descend in majesty, To proclaim his holy law, All my spirit sinks with awe. 2 When in ecstasy sublime, Tabor's glorious steep I climb; 35 536 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. At the too transporting light, Darkness rushes o'er my sight. 3 When on Calvary I rest, God, in flesh made manifest, Shines in my Redeemer's face, Full of beauty, truth and grace. 4 Here I could for ever stay, Weep and gaze my soul away: Thou art heav'n on earth to me, Lovely, mournful Calvary. 862 (837) The poor man's prayer. L. P. M. 1 AS much have I of worldly good -^ As e'er my Master had; I diet on as dainty food, And am as richly clad, Though plain my garb, though scant my board. As Mary's Son and nature's Lord. 2 The manger was his infant bed, His home the mountain-cave. He had not where to lay his head. He borrow 'd e'en his grave; Earth yielded him no resting-spot; Her Maker, but she knew him not. 3 As much the world's good-will I share, Its favors and applause, As He whose blessed name I bear. Hated without a cause; Despis'd, rejected, mock'd by pride. Betray 'd, forsaken, crucified. 4 Why should I court my Master's foe? Why should I fear its frown ? Why should I seek for rest below? Or sigh for brief renown? A pilgrim to a better land. An heir of joy at God's right hand. CHRISTIAN- EXPERIENCE. 537 803 (838) True and false zeal. C. M. 1 ^EAL is that pure and lieav'nly flame ^^ The fire of love supplies; While that wiiicii often bears the name Is self in a disguise. 2 True zeal is merciful and mild. Can pity and forbear; The false is headstrong, fierce, and wild, And breathes revenge and war. 3 While zeal for truth the Christian warms, He knows the worth of peace; But self contends for names and forms, Its party to increase.** 4 Dear Lord, the idol self dethrone, And from our hearts remove; And let no zeal by us be shown, But that which springs from love. o64: Self-examination. C. M. 1 OTRIVE first of all thyself to know ^ To feel the plague of sin, Expos'd to everlasting woe, And nothing good within : 2 To know thy wretched, sinful state, Averse to all that's good; To feel thy guilt exceeding great, Thy heart oppos'd to God : 3 To know thy law-condemned case, And own thy sentence just; Thy heart subdu'd by sov 'reign grace, And humbled in the dust. 4 To know the pangs of pious grief, For sins against the Lord ; To know that naught can give relief, But trusting in his word. 5 To know that thou art born of God, Thy num'rous sins forgiv'n, Thy soul redeem'd by Jesus' blood. And thou an heir of heav'n. 538 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 865 (840) Religion. L. M. 1 f\ COME, thou great and gracious pow'r, ^^ Accept a home witliin my breast; My spirit cheer in ev 'ry hour, In ev'ry season give me rest. 2 O teach me well to know my heart, My folly and my sin to see; On earth to bear a lowly part, And give myself, my all to thee. 3 Teach me to trust a Savior's name, To feel a Savior's dying love; To be redeem 'd — be that my fame; — My honors let me seek above. 4 When pleasure cheers, and friendship smiles, And smoothly sweeps my bark along, Then save me from the tempter's wiles; Re thou my joy, be thou my song. 5 And when affliction's gloomy pow'r Shall shroud my soul in sad dismay, Rise thou, a star to cheer that hour, And lead me through the darken'd way. 6 And at the last, when gfhastly death This life's short, brittle thread shall break, Do thou attend my latest breath, Thy Spirit clothe me when I wake. 7 And when around the judgment-throne The myriads of the earth shall meet, O wilt thou then my spirit own, And fill me with thy bliss complete ! 866t Prayer for strong faith. C. M. 1 r\ FOR a faith that will not shrink, Vy Though press 'd by ev'ry foe, That will not tremble on the brink Of any earthly woe ! — 2 That will not murmur nor complain Beneath the chast'ning rod, CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 539 But, in the hour of grief or pain, Will lean upon its God ; — 3 A faith that shines more briafht and clear When tempests rage without; That when in danger knows no fear, In darkness feels no doubt; — 4 That bears, unmov'd, the world's dread frown, Nor heeds its scornful smile; That seas of trouble cannot drown, Nov Satan's arts beguile ; — 5 A faith that keeps the narrow way Till life's last hour is fled. And with a pure and heav'nly ray Lights up a dying bed. 6 Lord, give us such a faith as this, And then, whate'er may come, We'll taste, e'en here, the' hallow 'd bliss Of an eternal home. 867t The Chrislian's clothing. L. M. 1 TESUS, thy blood and righteousness *^ My beauty are, my glorious dress: 'Midst flaming worlds, in these array'd, With joy shall I lift up my head. 2 When from the dust of death I rise. To take my mansion in the skies, E'en then shall this be all my plea — "Jesus hath liv'd, hath died for me." 3 Bold shall I stand in that great day, For who aught to my charge shall lay.* Fully, through thee, absolv'd I am From sin and fear, from guilt and shame. 4 This spotless robe the same appears When ruin'd nature sinks in years ; No age can change its glorious hue, The robe of Christ is ever new. 540 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 5 And when the dead shall hear thy voice, Thy banish'd children shall rejoice; Their beauty this, their glorious dress, Jesus, the Lord our righteousness. ©Oo' Resignation to Providence. L. M. 1 'T^HE Lord, how tender is his love, -■- His Justice how august; Hence all her fears my soul derives, There anchors all her trust. 2 He showers the manna from above, To feed tlie barren waste; Or points with death the rushing hail, And famine waits the blast. 3 He bids distress forget to groan; The sick from anguish cease; In dungeons spreads his healing wing, And softly whispers — peace. 4 His vengeance rides the rushing wind, Or tips the bolt with flame; His goodness breathes in ev'ry breeze, And warms in ev'ry beam. 5 For me, O Lord ! whatever lot The hours commission'd bring; If all my with 'ring blessings die. Or fairer clusters spring; 6 O grant that still, with grateful heart, My years resign 'd may run; 'Tis thine to give or to resume, And may thy will be done. 869t Following departed ti'orthies. CM. 1 /^ IVE me the wings of faith to rise ^^ Within the veil, and see The saints above, how great their joys. How bright their glories be. 2 Once they were mourning here below, And bath'd their couch with tears; CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 541 They wrestled liard, as we do now, With sins, and doubts, and fears. 3 I ask them whence their vict'ry came; They, with united breath, Ascribe their conquest to the Lamb, Their triumph to his death. 4 They mark'd the footsteps that he trod; His zeal inspir'd their breast; And, following their incarnate God, Possess'd the promis'd rest. 5 Our glorious Leader claims our praise. For his own pattern given; While the long cloud of witnesses Shows the same path to heaven. SYOt Fotlounng departed worthies. C. M. 1 T>ISE, O my soul, pursue the path -tV By ancient worthies trod; Aspiring, view those holy men Who lived and walked with God. 2 Though dead, they speak in reason's ear, And in example live; Their faith, and hope, and mighty deeds, Still fresh instruction give. 3 'Twas through the Lamb's most precious blood They conquer 'd ev'ry foe; To his almighty power and grace Their crowns of life they owe. 4 Lord, may I ever keep in view The patterns thou tiast given, And ne'er forsake the blessed road That led them safe to heaven. 871 (847) M parting. P.M. 7s. 1 "TTTHEN shall we all meet again.' VV When shall we all meet again.' Oft shall glowing hope expire; Oft shall wearied love retire, 542 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. Oft shall death and sorrow reign, Ere we all shall meet again. 2 When in distant lands we sigh, Parch'd beneath a burning sky, Though the deep between us rolls, Friendship shall unite our souls; And in fancy's wide domain Oft shall we all meet again. 3 When the dreams of life are fled. When its wasted lamp is dead, When in cold oblivion's shade Beauty, wealth and fame are laid, — Where immortal spirits reign. There may we all meet again. 87'2t The hope of Chriatian friendship. L. M. 68. 1 O WEET is the thought, the promise sweet, ^ That friends, long-sever 'd friends, shall meet; That kindred souls, on earth disjoin 'd. Shall meet, from earthly dross refin'd, Their mortal cares and sorrows o'er. And mingle hearts to part no more. 2 But for this hope, this blessed stay, When earthly comforts all decay, O who could view th' expiring eye, Nor wish, with those they love, to die} Who could receive their parting breath, Nor long to follow them in death? 3 But we have brighter hopes : we know Short is this pilgrimage of woe; We know that our Redeemer lives; We trust the promises he gives; And part in hope to meet above, Where all is joy, and all is love. 8T3 (849) Longing for heaven. P.M. lis. I T WOULD not live alway: I ask not to stay -■- Where storm after storm rises dark o'er the way; The few lurid mornings that dawn on us here Are enough for life's wot-s, full enough for its cheer. CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 543 2 I would not live ahvay, thus fetter'd by sin ; Temptation without and corruption within: E'en the rapture of pardon is mingled with fears, And the cup of tlianksgiving with penitent tears. 3 I would not live alway ; no — welcome the tomb, Since Jesus hath lain there, I dread not its gloom: There sweet be my rest, till he bid me arise To hail him in triumph descending the skies. 4 Who, who would live alway, away from his God; Away from yon heav'n, that blissful abode, Where the rivers of pleasure flow o'er the bright plains. And the noontide of glory eternally reigns: 5 Where the saints of all ages in harmony meet Their Savior and brethren, transported to greet; While the anlhenis of rapture unceasingly roll, And the smile of the Lord is the feast of the soul. 8T4r ("777) Preciom pro7nises. P. M. lis. 1 XJOW firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord, J-A Is laid for your faith in his excellent word! What more can he say than to you he has said? You who unto Jesus for refuge have fled 2 In ev'ry condition — in sickness, in health. In poverty's vale, or abounding in wealth, At home and abroad, on the land, on the sea. As thy days may demand, so thy succor shall be. 3 Fear not, I am with thee; O be not dismay 'd! For I am thy God, and will still give thee aid; I'll strengthen thee, help thee, and cause thee to stand. Upheld by my righteous, omnipotent hand. 4 When through the deep waters I call thee to go, The rivers of sorrow shall not thee o'erflow; For I will be with thee, thy troubles to bless, And sanctify to thee thy deepest distress. 544 CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. 5 When through fiery trials thy pathway shall lie, iVly grace, all-sufficient, shall be thy supply; The flame shall not hurt thee; I only design Thy dross to consume, and thy gold to refiue. 6 E'en down to old age, all my people shall prove My sov'reign, eternal, unchangeable Jove; And then, when gray hairs shall their temples adorn, Like lambs they shall still in my bosom be borne. 7 The soul that on Jesus hath lean'd for repose, I will not, I cannot desert to his foes : That soul, though all hell should endeavor to shake, I'll never — no, never — no, never forsake ! 875t The Lord's Prayer, S. M. 1 /^UR heav'nly Father, hear ^^ Tlie pray'r we offer now; Thy name be Ji allow 'd far and near, To thee all nations bow. 2 Thy kingdom come ; thy will On earth be done in love. As saints and seraphim fulfil Thy perfect law above. 3 Our daily bread supply While by thy word we live ; The guilt of our iniquity Forgive, as we forgive. 4 From dark temptation's pow'r, From Satan's wiles, defend; Deliver in the evil hour. And guide us to the end. 5 Thine shall for ever be Glory and pow'r divine; The sceptre, throne and majesty. Of heav'n and earth are thine. THE MEANS Of GRArE. 545 THE MEANS OF GRACE. 8*76 (853) Before the baptism nfa child. P. M. 7s. 1 a AVK^, Father, Brother, Friend, ^^ (Ev'ry tender name in one,) Holy Jesus, now descend. Perfect what thou hast begun: Whom we now devote to God, At a parent's hand receive; With the purifying flood Now the Holy Spirit give. 2 While on this dear infant's head Pour we this translucid stream, On the rite thy blessing shed. With thy blood the soul redeem; Seal the grace upon the heart, By baptismal water shown; While the symbol we impart, May the saving work be done. 8*77 (854) Jlfler the baptism of an ivfant. L. M. 1 TTNITED pray'rs ascend to thee, ^ Eternal Parent of mankind; Smile on this waiting family, Thy blessing let thy servants find. 2 The father of the household bless, The priest, the patriarch, let him move, That all his family may trace In him thy law, in lines of love. 3 Regard the mother's anxious tears. Her heart's desire, her earnest pray'rs, And while her infant charge she rears. Crown with success her pious cares. 4 Let the dear pledges of their love Like tender plants around them grow, Thy present grace, and joys above Upon their little ones bestow. 546 THE MEANS OF GRACE. 5 Receive at their believing hand The babe whom they devote as thine, Obedient to their Lord's command — And seal vi'ith pow'r the rite divine. 6 To ev'ry member of their house Thy grace impart, thy love extend; Grant ev'ry good that time allows, With heav'nly joys that never end. S*?'8t Baptism of the Holy Ghost. L. M. 1 /^ OME, Holy Ghost ! come from on high, ^^ Baptizer of our spirits thou ! The sacramental seal apply, And witness with the water now. 2 Exert thy gracious pow'r divine, And sprinkle thou th' atoning blood; May Father, Son and Spirit, join To seal this child a child of God. 8 i 0^ Remembering Christ at his table. C. M. 1 TF human kindness meets return, J- And owns the grateful tie; If tender thoughts within us burn, To feel a friend is nigh ; — 2 O shall not warmer accents tell The gratitude we owe To him who died our fears to quell, And save from endless woe ? 3 While yet his anguish 'd soul survey 'd Those pangs he would not flee, What love his latest words display'd ! — "Meet and remember me.'' 4 Remember thee ! thy death, thy shame. The griefs which thou didst bear! O mem'ry, leave no other name But his recorded there. MISSIONARY HYMNS. 547 880t The bodij mid blood of Christ. P. M. 7s. 1 "DREAD of heav'n, on thee we feed, -D For thy flesh is meat indeed; Ever let our souls be fed With this true and living bread. 2 Vine of heav'n, thy blood supplies This blest cup of sacrifice ; Loid, thy wounds our healing give ; To thy cross we look and live. 3 Day by day with strength supplied, Through the life of him who died, Lord of life, O let us be Rooted, grafted, built on thee. MISSIONARY HYMNS. 88 It Universal extensioti of ChrisVs kingdom. S. M. 1 /"\ LORD, our God, arise, v^ The cause of truth maintain, And wide o'er all the peopled world Extend her blessed reign. 2 Thou Prince of life, arise. Nor let thy glory cease; Far spread the conquests of thy grace, And bless the earth with peace. 3 O Holy Spirit, rise. Expand thy heav'nly wing, And o'er a dark and ruin'd world Let light and order spring. 4 O all ye nations, rise, To God the Savior sing; From shore to shore, from earth to heav'n, Let echoing anthems ring. 882 (B57) Missionary labors. P. M. 7s & 6s 1 /^N Thibet's snow-capt mountains, ^-^ O'er Afric's burning sand, Where roll the fiery fountains Adown Hawaii's strand — 548 MISSIONARY HYMNS. In ev'ry distant nation, The mighty globe around, The heralds of salvation The gospel trumpet sound. 2 In golden armor blazing, They press their onward way, And, high in air upraising, The glorious cross display; Away their weapons hurling, The warring nations cease. And hail with joy, unfurling The banneret of peace. 3 Where sin hath fix'd her dwelling, Where death the tyrant reigns. The heav'nly notes are swelling In loudest, sweetest strains: They breathe — the bones are shaken^ And, cloth 'd with flesh, arise, — They bid the dead awaken To glory in the skies. 4 What though hell's fiery regions Pour forth their dread array ! Look up I — angelic legions Attend you on your way. March on, ye sons of heaven, This precious promise sing — •*The heathen shall be given To Christ, our glorious King." o83t Universal hallelujah. P. M. 7s & Gs TT/'HEN shall the voice of singing V\ Flow joyfully along? When hill and valley, ringing With one triumphant song. Proclaim the contest ended, And Him, who once was slain, Again to earth descended. In righteousness to reign ? MISSIONARY HTMNS. 549 2 Then Irom the craggy mountains The sacred shout shall tly, And shady vales and fountains Shall echo the reply: High tower and lowly dwelling Shall send the chorus round, The hallelujah swelling In one eternal sound. 884 (858) Zxon triumphant. P. M. lis & 10s. 1 T\ AUGHTER of Zion, awake from thy sadness, -L^ Awake ! for thy foes shall oppress thee no more; Bright o'er the hills dawns the day-star of gladness, llise ! for the night of thy sorrows is o'er. 2 Strong were thy foes; but the Arm that subdu'd them And scatter'd their legions, was mightier far; They fled like the chaff from the scourge that pursu'd them, Vain were their steeds, and their chariots of war. 3 Daughter of Zion, the Pow'r that hath sav'd thee, Extoli'd with the harp and the timbrel should be; Shout ! for the foe is destroy'd that enslav'd thee, Th' oppressor is vanquish 'd, and Zion is free 88ot Prayer for the tnlargement of the church. C. M, 1 Q HIIVE, mighty God, on Zion shine, ^ With beams of heav'nly grace: Reveal thy pow'r through ev'ry land. And show thy smiling face. 2 When shall thy name, from shore to shore, Sound through the earth abroad, And distant nations know and love Their Savior and their God? 3 Sing to the Lord, ye distant lands; Sing loud, with joyful voice; Let ev'ry tongue exalt his praise; And ev'ry heart rejoice. 550 MISSIONARY KYMXS. 886t Departure of missionanes. P. M. 78 & 6s 1 "DOLL on, thou mighty ocean; -tV And, as thy billows flow, Bear messengers of mercy To ev'ry land below. 2 Arise, ye gales, and waft them Safe to the destin'd shore, That man may sit in darkness And death's deep shade no more. 3 O thou eternal Ruler, Who holdest in thine arm The tempests of the ocean, Protect them from all harm. 4 O be thy presence with them, Wherever they may be; Though far from us who love them, Still let them be with thee. ^^8*7 (861) Missionaries' fareic ell. P. M. 6.7.8.7.4.7. 1 XTES, my native land, I love thee; JL All thy scenes, I love them well; Friends, connections, happy country, Can I bid you all farewell ? Can I leave you. Far in distant lands to dwell? 2 Home, thy joys are passing lovely, Joys no stranger's heart can tell; Happy home, 'tis sure 1 love thee, Can I, can I say farewell? Can I leave thee, Far in heatheu lands to dwell? 3 Scenes of sacred peace and pleasure, Holy days and Sabbath be^l; Richest, brightest, sweetest treasure, Can I say a last farewell ! Can I leave you, Far in heathen lands to dw^ell? MISSIONARY HYMNS. 551 4 Yes, I hasten from you gladly, From the scenes I love so well, Far away, ye billows, bear me; Lovely native land, farewell! Pleas'd I leave thee — Far in heathen lands to dwell. 5 In the desert let me labor, On the mountain let me tell How he died, the blessed Savior, To redeem a world from hell! Let me hasten, Far in heathen lands to dwell. 6 Bear me on, thou restless ocean, Let the winds my canvas swell; Heaves my heart with warm emotion, While I go far hence to dwell: Glad I leave thee, Native land, farewell! farewell ! 888t The salvation of Israel. P. M. Ts & 6s. 1 r\ THAT the Lord's salvation V-/ Were out of Zion come, To heal his ancient nation, To lead his outcasts home ! 2 How long the holy city Shall heathen feet profane ? Return, O Lord, in pity; Rebuild her walls again. 3 Let fall thy rod of terror. Thy saving grace impart; Roll back the veil of error. Release the feiter'd heart. 4 Let Israel, home returning, Her lost Messiah see; Give oil of joy for mourning, And bind thy church to thee. 36 55i2 MISSIONARY HTMMS. 889 (863) Idolatry falling. ?.Nl. 8.1. S. i. 7. 1 O EE how many, lately bowing ^ To Iheir idols, wood and stone, Now, a blessed change avowing, Bow before the Savior's throne, And with gladness Praise the Savior's name alone. 2 This is cause of joy and wonder; God has set the captives free, He has burst their bonds asunder, Happy they and glorious he; God our Savior ' Who can be compar'd to thee ? 3 When thou workest, who shall stay thee Who shall stay the work begun? Lord, go on, thy people pray thee, Till the glorious day is won; And the gospel Takes its circuit like the sun. SOO' Gentiles coming into the church. P. M, 10s, 1 T>ISE, crown'd with light, imperial Salem, rise; -S-*' Exalt thy tow'ring head, and lift thine eyes; See heav'n its sparkling portals wide display, And break upon thee in a flood of day. 2 See a long race thy spacious courts adorn ; See future sons and daughters yet unborn, In crowding ranks, on ev'ry side arise, Demanding life, impatient for the skies. 3 See barb'rous nations at thy gates attend, Walk in thy light, and in thy temple bend ; See thy bright altars throng'd with prostrate kings, While ev'ry land its joyous tribute brings. 4 The seas shall waste, the skies to smoke decay, R-ocks fall to dust and mountains melt away; But, fix'd his word, his saving powV remains; Thy realms shall last, thy own Messiah rf^igns. MISSIONARY HYMNS. 553 S91t Returning to Zion. CM. 1 T^AUGHTER of Zion, from the dust -U Exalt thy fallen head; Again in thy Redeemer trust; He calls thee from the dead. 2 Awake, awake: put on thy strength, Thy beautiful array; The day of freedom dawns at length, The Lord's appointed day. 3 Rebuild thy walls, thy bounds enlarge, And send thy heralds forth ; Say to the south, ''Give up thy charge," And, "Keep not back, O north." 4 They come ! they come ! thine exiPd bands, Where'er they rest or roam, Have heard tliy voice in distant lands, And hasten to their home. 5 Thus, though the universe shall burn, And God his works destroy, With songs thy ransom'd shall return, And everlasting joy. 892^ The glory of the latter day. C. M. 1 T>EHOLD, the mountain of the Lord -LJ 111 latter days shall rise Above the niountains and the hills. And draw the wond'ring eye, 2 To this, the joyful nations round, All tribes and tongues, shall tlow: "Up to the hill of God,'' they say, 'And to his house, we'll go." 3 The beam that shines on Zion's hill Shall lighten ev'ry land: The King who reigns in Zion's tow'rs Shall all the world command. 4 No strife shall vex Messiah's reign, Or nifir the peaceful years; 554 MISSIONARY HYMNS. To ploughshares men shall beat their swords, To pruning-liooks their spears. 5 Come, then, O come from ev'ry land, To worship at his shrine ; And, walking in the light of God, With holy beauty shine. o93 (866) Prayer for ZioiVs increase. L. M. 1 i RM of the Lord, awake, awake ! -^ Put on thy strength — the nations shake? And let the world, adoring, see Triumphs of mercy wrought by thee. 2 Say to the heathen from thy throne, "I am Jehovah !— God alone!" Thy voice their idols shall confound, And cast their altars to the ground. 3 No more let human blood be spilt — Vain sacrifice for human guilt ' But to each conscience be applied The blood that flow'd from Jesus' side.* 4 Let Zion's time of favor come; O bring the tribes of Israel home ; And let our wond'ring eyes behold Gentiles and Jews in Christ's one fold ! 894 {S61) For domesticmissions. P.M. 8s & 6s. 1 "TTTHEN, Lord, to this our western land, VV Led by thy providential hand, Our wand 'ring fathers came, Their ancient homes, their friends in youth, Sent forth the heralds of thy truth, To keep them in thy name. 2 Throughout our solitary coast The desert features soon were lost ; Thy temples there arose; Our shores, as culture made them fair. Were hallow 'd by thy rites, by pray'r, And blossom'd as the rose. FOR SOCIAL MEETINGS. 555 3 And O ! may we repay this debt To regions solitary yet Within our spreading land ! There, brethren, from o\ir common home, Still westward, like our lathers, roam, Still guided by thy hand. 4 Savior I we own this debt of love; O shed thy Spirit from above, To move each Christian breast; Till heralds shall thy truth proclaim, And temples rise to fix thy name Through ail our desert west. o05t Exhortation to universal praise. L. M. 1 T^ROM all who dwell below the skies J- Let the Creator's praise arise; Let tlie Redeemer's name be sung, Through ev'ry land, by ev'ry tongue. 2 Eternal are thy mercies, Lord; Eternal truth attends thy word; Thy praise shall sound from shore to shore, Till suns shall rise and set no more. 3 Your lofty themes, ye mortals, bring; In songs of praise divinely sing; The great salvation loud proclaim, And shout for joy the Savior's name. 4 In ev'ry land begin ihe song; To ev'ry land the strains belong; In cheerful sounds all voices raise, And fill the world with loudest praise. FOR SOCIAL MEETINGS. ^- 0 (> (864) Union of saints on earth and in heaven .CM 1 ^T^HE saints on earth, and those above, J- But one communion make; Join'd to their Lord, in bonds of love, All of his grace partake. 556 FOR SOCIAL MEETINGS. 2 One family, we dwell in him, One church above, beneath; Though now divided by the stream, The narrow stream of death. 3 One army of the living G-od, To his commands we bow; Part of the host have cross'd the flood, And part are crossing now. 4 Lol thousands to their endless home Are swiftly borne away; And we are to the margin come. And soon must launch as they. 5 Lord Jesus ! be our constant guide ! Then, when the word is giv'n, Bid death's cold flood its Avaves divide. And land us safe in heav'n. 89 Tt Christian fellowship. CM 1 /^UR souls, by love together knit, ^^ Cemented, mix'd in one, One hope, one heart, one mind, one voice, 'Tis heav'n on earth begun. 2 Our hearts have often burn'd within, And glow'd with sacred fire. While Jesus spoke, and fed and bless'd, And fill'd th' enlarg'd desire. 3 The little cloud increases still. The heav'ns are big with rain; We haste to catch the teeming shower, And all its moisture drain. 4 A rill, a stream, a torrent flows; But pour a mighty flood; O sweep the nations, shake the earth, 'Till all proclaim thee God. 5 And when thou mak'st thy jewels up, And sett'st thy starry crown; FOR SOCIAL MEETINGS. 557 When all thy sparkling gems shall shine, ProclaimVl by thee thine own ; 6 May we, a little band of love, We sinners, sav'd by grace, From glory unto glory changed, Behold thee face to face. 898 (868) For synods and conferences. P. M. 7s & 6s. 1 TC^ROM Calv'ry's sacred mountain, -T Where hung the Son of God, \\'hilst from his heart's deep fountain Gush'd forth the crimson flood. The voice of mercy plighted, Bids us, in Jesus' name, Proclaim to the benighted The Lamb for sinners slain. 2 Come, brethren, whom, anointed With unction from on high, The Master has appointed To preach his kingdom nigh ; We'll haste o'er mount and river. Through city, tovvn, and plain. The ruin'd to deliver From death and Satan's chain. 3 For us the great Creator, Forsook his heav'nly throne, Array 'd in human nature. For rebels to atone: And shall we flee privation, Or dread his cross to bear; Withholdino- his salvation From soul« to Jesus dear?* 4 We'll raise our Master's banner. We'll cry aloud to all, Ho ! heavy laden sinner ! Attend the Savior's call: Come, thirsty ! drink salvation; Come, blind ! your sight receive; 558 FOR SOCIAL MEETINGS. Deaf! hear the invitation ! Ye dead 1 arise and live ! 5 Soon will our race be ended, Our journey soon be o'er, By Jesus' arm defended, We'll reach fair Canaan's shore, Where grateful plaudits greet us, Throughout the heav'nly dome, And blessed spirits meet us, To shout us welcome home. 6 There may this congregation Unite to swell the theme Of blood-bought, free salvation, Through faith in Jesus' name: O Jesus ! Rock of ages ! The God we all adore. Through earth's bewild'ring stages Guide us to Canaan's shore ! 800 (S69) For meetings of ministers. S. M. 1 A ND are we yet alive, -^ And see each other's face? Glory and praise to Jesus give For his redeeming grace ! Preserv'd by pow'r divine To full salvation here, Again in Jesus' praise we join, And in his sight appear. 2 What troubles have we seen ! What conflicts have we pass'd ! Fightings without, and fears within, Since we assembled last; But out of all the Lord Hath brought us by his love; And still he dops his help afford, And hides our life above. .; 3 Then let us make our boast Of his redeeming pow'r, FOR SOCIAL MEETINGS. 559 Which saves us to the uttermost, Till we can sin no more: Let us take up the cross, Till we the crown obtain; And gladly reckon all things loss, So we may Jesus gain. 000 ' The 7niyiister''s strength, office, rexoard. L. M 1 r\ POUR thy Spirit from on high ! ^^ Lord, thine appointed servants bless; Thy promis'd power to each supply, And clothe thy priests with righteousness. 2 Wisdom, and zeal, and faith impart, Firmness and meekness from above, To bear thy people on their heart, And love the souls whom thou dost love. 3 To watch, and pray, and never faint; By day and night their guard to keep; To warn the sinner, cheer the saint. Protect thy lambs, and feed thy sheep \ And, when their work is finish'd here, Let them in hope their charge resign; Before the throne with joy appear, And there with endless glory shine. 00 It The Christian champion. P. M. Ss. 1 ^ERVANTS of Christ, his truth who know, k^ Forth to your glorious warfaie go, Strong in Jehovah's name and might: Gladly take up the hallow'd cross. And, counting all beside as dross. Beneath its sacred banner fight. 2 Above the world, its smile or frown, On all its vanities look down, Its wealth and pleasure, power and state: The man who dares the world despise, The Christian, he alone is wise; The Christian , he alone is great. 560 FOR SOCIAL MEETINGS. 3 O God, let all my life declare How blest thy faithful servants are; How far above these earthly things: How pure, when wash'd in Jesus' blood; How great, the chosen sons of God, A holy race of priests and kings. 903t The church blest in her officers. L. M. D. 1 T ORD, cause thy face on us to shine; J-^ Give us thy peace, and seal us thine; Teach us to prize the means of grace, And love thine earthly dwelling-place. One is our faith, and one our Lord ; One body, spirit, hope, reward: May we in one communion be, One with each other, one with thee t 2 Bless all whose voice salvation brings, Who minister in holy things; Our pastors, elders, deacons, bless ; Clothe them with zeal and righteousness: Let many in the judgment day, Turn'd from the error of their way, Their hope, their joy, their crown, appear: — Save those who preach, and those who hear. 003"^ Death of a minister. C. M. 1 "ITITH AT though the arm of conqu'ring death » » Does God's own house invade; What though our teacher and our friend Is number'd with the dead; — 2 Though earthly shepherds dwell in dust, The aged and the young; The watchful eye in darkness clos'd, And dumb th' instructive tongue; — 3 Th' eternal Shepherd still survives, His teaching to impart: Lord, be our Leader and our Guide, And rule and keep our heart. FOR SOCIAL MEETINGS. 561 4 Yes, while the dear Redeemer lives, We have a boundless store, And shall be fed with what he gives, Who lives for evermore. 004^ Deathofaminister in his prime. P.M. 10s. 1 {~^ O to the grave in all thy glorious prime, ^J In full activity of zeal and pow'r; A Christian cannot die before his time; The Lord's appointment is the servant's hour. 2 Go to the grave; at noon from labor cease; Rest on thy sheaves; thy harvest-task is done; Come from the heat of battle, and in peace. Soldier, go home; with thee the fight is won. .3 Go to the grave; for there thy Savior lay In death's embrace, ere he arose on high; And all the ransom'd, by that narrow way, Pass to eternal life beyond the sky. 4 Go to the grave: — no; take thy seat above; Be thy pure spirit present with the Lord, Where thou, for faith and hope, hast perfect love, And open vision for the written word. 900l The death of an aged minister. S. M. 1 "SERVANT of God, well done: '^ Rest from thy lovM employ; The battle fought, the vict'ry won. Enter thy Master's joy." 2 The voice at midnight came, He started up to hear; A mortal arrow pierc'd his frame — He fell, but felt no fear. 3 Tranquil amid alarms, It found him on the field, A vet'ran slumb'ring on his arms, Beneath his red-cross shield. 4 The pains of death are past; Labor and sorrow cease; 562 IlEVIVALS. And life's long warfare clos'd at last, His soul is found in peace. 5 Soldier of Christ, well done; Praise be thy new employ; And, while eternal ages run, Rest in thy Savior's joy. 906t The death of martyrs. P. M. 68. 1 "T^LUNG to the heedless winds, -■- Or on the waters cast, Their ashes shall be watch'd, And gather'd at the last: And from that scatter'd dust, Around us and abroad. Shall spring a plenteous seed Of witnesses for God 2 Jesus has now receiv'd Their latest living breath; Yet vain is Satan's boast Of vict'ry in their death: Still, still, though dead, they speak, And, triumph-tongued, proclaim To many a wak'ning land The one availing Name. REVIVALS. OOTt Prayer for a revival. L. M. 1 /^REAT Lord of all thy churches, hear ^J" Thy ministers' and people's prayer, Perfum'd by thee, O may it rise Like fragrant incense to the skies. 2 May ev'ry pastor from above Be new inspired with zeal and love, To watch thy flock, thy flock to feed, And sow with care the precious seed. REVIVALS. 563 3 Revive the churches with thy grace, Heal our divisions, grant us peace; Rouse us from sloth, our liearts inflame With ardent zeal for Jesus' name. 4 May young and old thy word receive, Dead sinners hear thy voice and live. The wounded conscience healing find, And joy refresh each drooping mind. 908t Confession. S. M. 1 /^NCE more we meet to pray, ^^ Once more our guilt confess; Turn not, O Lord, tliine ear away From creatures in distress. 2 Our sins to heav'n ascend, And there for veno-eance cry; O God, behold the sinner's Friend, Who intercedes on high. 3 Though we are vile indeed. And well deserve thy curse. The merits of thy Son we plead, Who lived and died for us. 4 Now let thy bosom yearn, As it hath done before; Return to us, O God, return. And ne'er forsake us more. 909 (876) Prayer for a revival. L. M. OME, sacred Spirit, from above. And fill the coldest heart with love; Soften to flesh the flinty stone, And let thy God-like pow'r be known. Speak thou, and from the haughtiest eyes Shall floods of pious sorrow rise; While all their glowing souls are borne To seek that grace which now they scorn. O let a holy flock await, Num'rous around thy temple gate: C 564 REVIVALS. Each pressing on, with zeal, to be A living sacrifice to thee. 4 In answer to our fervent cries, O may we see thy church arise ; Or, if that blessing seem too great, Teach us to mourn its low estate. ^\\}(^'T^)The church imploring a revival. C. M. 1 "DETIRE, vain world, awhile retire, JC*' And leave us with the Lord ; Thy gifts ne'er fill one just desire, Nor lasting bliss afford. 2 Blest Jesus! come noAV gently down, And fill this hallow'd place; O make thy glorious goings known, — Diffuse abroad thy grace. 3 Shine, dearest Lord, from realms of day — Disperse the gloom of night; Chase all our clouds and doubts avvay, And turn the shades to light. 4 Behold, and pity, from above, Our cold and languid frame; O shed abroad thy quick 'ning love, And we'll adore thy name.** 5 Make known thy pow'r, victorious King, Subdue each stubborn will; Then sov'reiffn grace we'll join to sing On Zion's sacred hill. 911' Prayer for the return of the Spirit. L. M LORD, and shall our fainting souls Thy just displeasure ever mourn? Thy Spirit griev'd, and long withdrawn, Will he no more to us return ? Great Source of light and peace, return, Nor let us mourn and sigh in vain; Come, repossess our longing hearts With all the graces of thy train. O REVIVALS. 565 3 This temple, hallow 'd by thy hand, Once more be with thy presence blest; Here be tliy grace anew display'd; Be this thine everlasting rest. 912t Rest for the weary penitent. L. M. 1 /~10ME, weary souls, with sin distress 'd, ^ Come, and accept the promis'd rest; The Savior's gracious call obey, And cast your gloomy fears away. 2 Oppress'd with sin, a painful load, O come and spread your woes abroad: Divine compassion, mighty love, Will all the painful load remove. 3 Here mercy's boundless ocean flows, To cleanse your guilt and heal your woes; Pardon and life and endless peace: How rich the gift, how free tlie gnice ! 4 Lord, we accept, with thankful heart, The hope tliy gracious words impart; We come with trembling-, yet rejoice, And bless the kind, inviting voice. 5 Dear Savior, let thy wondrous love Confirm our faith, our fears remove; 0 sweetly influence ev'ry breast, And guide us to eternal rest. 913 (879) Hope of a letter future. P. M. 7s & 6s. 1 TT^ROM ev'ry earthly pleasure, J- From ev'iy transient joy, From ev'ry mortal treasure That soon will fade and die; — No longer these desiring. Upward our wishes tend, To nobler bliss aspiring, And joys that never end. 2 From ev'ry piercing sorrow That heaves our breast to-day, ^A' 566 REVIVALS. Or threatens us to-morrow, Hope turns our eyes away; On wings of faith ascending, We see tlie land of light, And feel our sorrows ending In infinite delight.* 014:t Song of Moses and the Lamb. S. M. Wake, and sing the song Of Moses and the Lamb; Wake, ev'ry heart, and ev'ry tongue, To praise the Savior's name. 2 Sing of his dying love; Sing of his rising power; Sing how he intercedes, above, For us, whose sins he bore. 3 Sing, till we feel our heart Ascending with our tongue; Sing, till the love of sin depart, And grace inspire our song. 4 Sing on your heav'nly way, Ye ransom'd sinners, sing; Sing on, rejoicing ev'ry day In Christ, th' eternal King. 5 Soon shall we hear him say, "Ye blessed children, come !" Soon will he call us hence away To our eternal home. 6 There shall our raptur'd tongue His endless praise proclaim, And sweeter voices tune the song Of Moses and the Lamb. 9X51" Success of the gospel. P.M. 7s&6s. 1 npHE morning light is breaking- J- The darkness disappears ; The sons of earth are waking To penitential tears: REVIVALS. 567 Each breeze that sweeps the ocean Brings tidings from afar Of nations in commotion, Prepar'd for Zion's war. 2 Rich dews of grace come o'er us, In many a gentle shower, And brigliter scenes before us Are op'ning ev'ry hour: Each cry to heav'n going, Abundant answers brings, And heav'nly, gales are blowing With peace upon their wings. 3 See heathen nations bending Before the God we love, And thousand hearts ascending In gratitude above ; While sinners, now confessmg, The gospel call obey, And seek the Savior's blessing, A nation in a day. 4 Blest river of salvation, Pursue thine onward way; Flow thou to ev'ry nation. Nor in thy richness stay: Stay not till all the lowly Triumphant reach their home; Stay not till all the holy Proclaim, "The Lord is come.'* 916 (835) The Millennium. L. M. 1 T OOK up, ye saints, with sweet surprise -Li Behold the joyful coming day, When Jesus shall descend the skies, And form a bright and dazzling ray. 2 Nations shall in a day be born. And swift, like doves, to Jesus fly; The church shall know no clouds return, Nor sorrows mixing with her joy. 37 568 CONFIRMATION. 3 The lion and tlie lamb shall feed Together, in his peaceful reign; And Zion, blest with heav'nly bread, Of poverty no more complain. 4 The Jew, the Greek, the bond, the free, Shall boast their sep'rate rights no more, But join in sweetest harmony, Their Lord, their Savior to adore. 5 Thus, till a thousand years be past, Shall holiness and peace prevail, And ev'ry knee shall bow to Christ And ev'ry tongue shall Jesus hail. 6 Then the redeem'd shall mount on hig'h, Where their deliv'ring Prince has gone: And angels at his word shall fly, To bless them with the conqu'ror's crown. CONFIRMATION. 9 XT (886) Entire consecration. L. M. 1 "VrOW I resolve, with all my heart, -L^ With all my pow'r to serve the Lord; Nor from his ways will I depart, Whose service is a rich reward. 2 O be this service all my joy! Around let my example shine, Till others love the blest employ, And join in labors so divine. 3 Be this the purpose of my soul, My solemn, my determin'd choice, To yield to his supreme control, And in his kind commands rejoice. 4 O may I never faint nor tire, Nor, wand 'ring, leave his sacred ways; Great God ! accept my soul's desire. And give me strength to live thy praise. CONFIRMATION. 569 918 (8S7) Uniting ivith the Church. CM. 1 "VTE men and angels, witness now, JL Before the Lord we speak; To him we make our solemn vow, A vow we may not break, — 2 That long as life itself shall last. Ourselves to Christ we yield; Nor from his cause will we depart, Or ever quit the field. 3 "We trust not our unaided strength, But on his grace rely, May he, with our returning wants, All needful wants supply. 4 O guide our doubtful feet aright, And keep us in thy ways; And while we turn our vows to pray'rs. Turn thou our pray'rs to praise. 919 (888) The neio member's declaration. P.M. 78. 1 pEOPLE of the living God, -t 1 have sought the world around, Paths of sin and sorrow trod, Peace and comfort no where found. 2 Now to you my spirit turns, Turns a fugitive unblest; Brethren, where your altar burns, O receive me into rest ! 3 Lonely I no longer roam, Like the cloud, the wind, the wave; Where you dwell shall be my home, Where you die shall be my grave. 4 Mine the God whom you adore; Your Redeemer shall be mine; Earth can fill my soul no more, Ev'ry idol I resign. 5 Tell me not of gain and loss, Ease, enjoyment, pomp and pow'r; 570 CONFIRMATION. Welcome, poverty and cross, Shame, reproach, affliction's pow'r. 6 ''Follow me !" I know thy voice; Jesus, Lord, thy steps I see: Now 1 take thy yoke by choice, Light 's thy burden now to me. U-^O A wtlcome to Christian ftllow ship. L. M- 1 r^OME in, thou blessed of the Lord! ^^ Oh! come in Jesus' precious name; We welcome thee, with one accord, And trust the Savior does the same. 2 Those joys which earth cannot afford, We'll seek in fellowship to prove, Joined in one spirit to our Lord, Together bound by mutual love. 3 And, while we pass this vale of tears, We'll make our joys and sorrows known; We'll share each other's hopes and fears. And count a brother's cares our own. 4 Once more, our welcome we repeat; Receive assurance of our love; Oh! may we all together meet Around the throne of God above. 921 (890) Self-dedication. CM. 1 TTTTHAT shall I render to my God » ▼ For all his kindness shown? My feet shall visit thine abode, My songs address thy throne. 2 Among the saints that fill thy house, My off 'rings shall be paid; There shall my zeal perform the vows My soul in anguish made. 3 Now I am thine, for ever thine, Nor shall my purpose move; Thy hand hath loos'd my bonds of pain, And bound me with thy love. CONFIRMATION. 571 4 Here in thy courts I leave my vow, And thy rich grace record: Witness, ye saints that hear me now, If 1 forsake the Lord. 933t Joy in admission to Christian privileges. L. M. 1 r\ HAPPY day that fix'd my choice ^-^ On thee, my Savior, and my God; Well may this glowing heart rejoice, And tell its raptures all abroad. 2 O happy bond that seals my vows To him who merits all my love ! I'll praise him in his sacred house. And gladly to his altar move. 3 Now with his saints I choose my part; With them I come a welcome guest; Here rest, my once divided heart; In him, thy blissful portion, rest. 4 High heaven that heard the solemn vow, That vow renew 'd shall daily hear; Till call'd at last from all below, I bless in death a bond so dear. 923 (892) ^ot ashamed of Christ. CM. not asham'd to own my Lord, 1 I'M J- Or »r to defend his cause, Maintain the honor of his word. The glory of his cross. 2 Jesus, my God ! — I know his name — His name is all my trust; Nor will he put my soul to shame. Nor let my hope be lost. 3 Firm as his throne — his promise stands, And he can Avell secure Wliat I've committed to his hands. Till the decisive hour. 572 CONFIRMATION. 4 Then will he own my worthless name Before his Father's face, And in the new Jerusalem Appoint my soul a place. 934:1 Christians persevering to the end. P. M 1 /^FT in danger, oft in woe, ^^ Onward, Christians, onward go; Bear the toil, maintain the strife, Strengthen'd with the bread of life. 2 Let your drooping hearts be glad; March in heav'niy armor clad; Fight, nor think the battle long; Soon shall vict'ry wake your song. 3 Let not sorrow dim your eye; Soon shall ev'ry tear be dry; Let not fear your course impede; Great your strength, if great your need, 4 Onward, then, to glory move; More than conqu'rors ye shall prove; I'hough oppos'd by many a foe, Christian soldiers, onward go ! B25(S93) Taking up the cross. P.M. 8s & 73. 1 TESUS, I my cross have taken, ^ All to leave and follow thee; Naked, poor, despis'd, forsaken, Thou, from hence, my all shalt be; Perish ev'ry fond ambition, All I've sought, or hop'd, or known, Yet how rich is my condition, God and heav'n are still mine own ! 2 Let the world despise and leave me; They have left my Savior too; Human hearts and looks deceive me — Thou art not, like them, untrue; CONFIRMATION. 573 And whilst thou shalt smile upon me, God of wisdom, love and might, Foes may hate and friends disown me, Show thy face and all is bright. 926t Faith victoHous. S. M. 1 OOLDIERS of Christ, arise, '^ And put your armor on; Strong in tlie strength which God supplies Through his eternal Son. 2 Strong in the Lord of hosts, And in his mighty power, Who in the strength of Jesus trusts Is more than conqueror. 3 From strength to strength go on; Wrestle, and fight, and pray ; Tread all the powers of darkness down, And win the well-fought day. 4 Then, having all things done. And ev'ry conflict past, Ye shall behold the vict'ry won, And gain your crown at last. 93*7t Christian stability. L. M. 1 /^ LORD, thy heavenly grace impart, ^-^ And fix my frail, inconstant heart; Henceforth my chief desire shall be To dedicate myself to thee. 2 Whate'er purj^uits my time employ, One thought shall fill my soul with joy; That silent, secret thought shall be. That all my hopes are fix'd on thee. 3 Thy glorious eye pervadeth space: Thy presence. Lord, fills ev'ry place; And, wheresoe'er my lot may be. Still shall my spirit cleave to thee. 574 FOR THE CONSECRATION OF 4 Renouncing ev'ry worldly thing, And safe beneath thy spreading wing, My sweetest thought henceforth shall be, That all I want 1 find in thee. FOR THE CONSECRATION OF PLACES OF (894) WORSHIP. 02 S On laying the corner-stone of a church. L. M. 1 TT7ITH humble faith and fervent zeal, y V We would address thy throne, O God; O may our breathings reach thy hill, The city of thy blest abode. 2 Ofl hast thou, Lord, been pleas'd to bow Thine ear, and listen to our cry; Encourag'd thus, we now presume, O let us feel thy presence nigh. 3 We come not. Lord, to plead for wealth. Nor ask this world's vain, empty fame; But this we ask, (deny it not,) "To build a house to thy great name." 4 We trust thy pow'r, and not our own, The superstructure here to raise; May love divine our eftorts crown. And thy blest name have all the praise. 5 And while we're privileg'd to rear A place in which t' approach thy throne, O may we know our souls are built On Christ the true foundation-stone. 020t The house of prayer and praise. P.M. 7s 1 T ORD of hosts, to thee we raise J-^ Here a house of prayer and praise; Thou tliy people's hearts prepare Here to meet for praise and prayer. PLACES OF WORSHIP. 675 2 Let the living here be fed With thy word, the heavenly bread; Here, in hope of glory blest, May the dead be faid to rest; — 3 Here to thee a temple stand, While the sea shall gird the land; Here reveal thy mercy sure. While the sun and moon endure. 4 Hallelujah ! — earth and sky To the joyful sound reply ; Hallelujah ! — hence ascend Prayer and praise till time shall end. 930t The Spirit's presence desired. CM. 1 O PIRIT divine, attend our prayer, ^ And make this house thy home; Descend with all thy gracious power; O come, great Spirit, come. 2 Come as the light — to us reveal Our sinfulness and woe, And lead us in the paths of life, Where all the righteous go- 3 Come as the fire, and purge our hearts, Like sacrificial flame; Let ev'ry soul an off'ring be To our Redeemer's name. 4 Come, as a dove, and spread thy wings, The wings of peaceful love, And let the church on earth become Blest as the church above. 03 Xt "^^^ divine blessing solicited. C. M. 1 rpo thee this temple we devote, J- Our Father and our God; Accept it thine, and seal it now Thy Spirit's blest abode. 2 Here may the pray'r of faith ascend, The voice of praise arise; 576 SPECIAL OCCASIONS O may each lowly service prove Accepted sacrifice. 3 Here may the sinner learn his guilt, And weep before his Lord; Here, pardon'd, sing a Savior's love, And here his vows record. 4 Here may affliction dry the tear, And learn to trust in God, Convinc'd it is a Father smites, And love that guides the rod. 5 Peace be within these sacred walls; Prosperity be here; Still smile upon thy people, Lord, And evermore be near. SPECIAL OCCASIONS. 932 (896) For J^exo Year's Day. P. M. 7s. 1 "TT7HILE with ceaseless course the sun » ▼ Hasted through the former year. Many souls their race have run, Never more to meet us here; Fix'd in an eternal state, They have done with all below; "We a little longer wait. But how little, none uan know. 2 As the winged arrow flies Speedily the mark to find; As the lightning from the skies Darts and leaves no trace behind; Swiftly thus our fleeting days Bear us down life's rapid stream; Upward, Lord, our spirits raise. All below is but a dream. 3 Thanks for mercies past receive, Pardon of our sins renew: SPECIAL OCCASIOKS. 577 Teach us henceforth how to live, With eternity in view: Bless thy w^ord to young and old, Fill us with a Savior's love; And when life's short tale is told, May we dwell with thee above. 033' 'fi harvest hymn. C. M. 1 "pOUNTAIN of mercy, God of love, -L How rich thy bounties are! The rolling seasons, as they move, Proclaim thy constant care. 2 When in the bosom of the earth The sower hid the grain, Thy goodness mark'd its secret birth And sent the early rain. ^ 3 The spring's sweet influence, Lord, was thine; The plants in beauty grew; Thou mad'bt refulgent suns to shine. And gav'st refreshing dew. 4 These various mercies from above iVIatiir'd the swelling grain; A kindly harvest crowns thy love, And plenty fills the plain. 5 We own and bless thy gracious sway; Thy hand all nature hails: Seed-time nor harvest, night nor day. Summer nor winter, fails. 034(898) God orders times and seasons. H. M. 'OW pleasing is the voice H' Who bids the frosts retire, And wakes the lovely spring! Bright suns arise, The mild wind blows, And beauty glows, Through earth and skies. 578 SPECIAL OCCASIONS. 2 The morn, with glory crown 'd, His hand arrays in smiles; He bids the eve decline, Rejoicing o'er the hills; The ev'ning breeze His breath perfumes; His beauty blooms In flow'rs and trees. 3 With life he clothes the spring, The earth with summer warms; He spreads th' autumnal feast, And rides on wintry storms; His gifts divine Through all appear; And round the year His glories shine. 935 (9^0) Sunday morning. C. M 1 A GAIN the Lord of life and light ^Li. Awakes the kindling ray; Dispels the darkness of the night, And pours increasing day. 2 O what a night was that which wrapp'd A sinful world in gloom ! O what a sun that broke, this day, Triumphant from the tomb! 3 This day be grateful homage paid, And loud hosannas sung: Let gladness dwell in ev'ry heart, And praise on ev'ry tongue. 4 Ten thousand, thousand lips shall join To hail this welcome morn, Which scatters blessings from its wings To nations yet unborn. QoOt The Lord's day loelcomed. S. M, 1 TXTELCOME, sweet day of rest V » That saw the Lord arise; Welcome to this reviving breast And these rejoicing eyes. SPECIAL 0CCASI0K8. 579 2 The King himself comes near, And feasts himseh" to-day; Here we may sit, and see him here, And love and praise and pray. 3 One day, amid the place Where Christ, my Lord, has been. Is sweeter than ten thousand days Of pleasure and of sin. 4 My willing soul would stay In such a frame as this, Till caird to rise and soar away To everlasting bliss. 937 (901) The Christian Sabbath. L. M. 1 T ORD of the Sabbath and its light, -*-i I hail thy hallow'd day of rest; It is ray weary souTs delight. The solace of my care-worn breast. 2 Its dewy morn, its glowing noon. Its tranquil eve, its solemn night. Pass sweetly ; but they pass too soon, And leave me sadden'd at this flight. 3 Yet, sweetly as they glide along. And hallow'd though the calm they yield, Transporting though their rapturous song, And heav'nly visions seem reveal'd; 4 My soul is desolate and drear, My silent harp untun'd remains, Unless, my Savior, thou art near, To heal my wounds, and soothe my pains. 5 O Jesus, ever let me hail Thy presence with thy day of rest; Then will thy servant never fail To deem thy Sabbath doubly blest. 03 8t Lord's day evening. C. M. 1 Tj^REQUENT the day of God returns, -T To shed its quick 'ning beams; And yet how slow devotion burns. How languid are its flames. 580 SPECIAL OCCASIONS. 2 Accept our faint attempts to love ; Our frailties, Lord, forgive: We would be like thy saints above, And praise thee while we live. 3 Increase, O Lord, our faith and hope, And fit us to ascend Where the assemblj' ne'er breaks up, The Sabbath ne'er shall end; 4 Where we shall breathe in heav'nly air, With heav'nly lustre shine; Before the throne of God appear, And feast on love divine. 939 (902) Morning. L. M 1 A RISE, my soul ! with rapture rise ! -^ And, fill'd with love and fear, adore The awful Sov 'reign of the skies, Whose mercy lends me one day more. 2 And may this day, indulgent Power! Not idly pass, nor fruitless be ; But may each swiftly flying hour Still nearer bring my soul to thee ! 3 But can it be, that Power divine Is thron'd in light's unbounded blaze, And countless worlds and angels join To swell the glorious song of praise ? 4 And will he deign to lend an ear, When I, poor abject mortal, pray? Yes, boundless goodness! he will hear Nor cast the meanest wretch away. 5 Then let me serve thee all my days. And may my zeal with years increase; For pleasant. Lord, are all thy ways, And all thy paths are paths of peace. 940 (903) e4 hymn for morning oi- evening. C. M. 1 jT^N thee each morning, O my God, Vy My waking thoughts attend; In whom are founded all my hopes, In whom my wishes end. SPECIAL OCCASIONS. 581 2 My soul, in pleasing wonder lost, Tliy boundless love surveys ; And, fir'd vvitii grateful zeal, prepares The sacrifice of praise. 3 When ev'ning slumbers press mine eyes. With thy protection blest, In peace and safety I commit My weary limbs to rest. 4 My spirit, in thy hands secure, Fears no approaching ill; For whether waking or asleep, Thou, Lord, art with me still. 5 Then will I daily to the world Thy wondrous acts proclaim; Whilst all with me shall praise and sing. And bless thy sacred Name. 6 At morn, at noon, at night, I'll still Thy growing work pursue; And thee alone will praise, to whom Eternal praise is due. 04 It JUorning and evening. L. M. 6 lines. 1 TTTHEN. streaming from the eastern skies, ▼ » The morning-light salutes mine eyes, O Sun of righteousness divine! On me, with beams of mercy, shine; Chase the dark clouds of guilt away, And turn my darkness into day. 2 When each day's scenes and labors close. And wearied nature seeks repose, W^ith pard'ning mercy richly blest, Guard me, my Savior, while 1 rest; And, as each morning-sun shall rise, O lead me onward to the skies. 3 And, at my life's last setting sun. My conflicts o'er, my labors done, 582 SPECIAL OCCASIONS. Jesus, thy heavenly radiance shed, To cheer and bless my dying-bed; And from death's gloom my spirit raise, To see thy face, and sing thy praise. 942 (904) Morning. C. M. 1 "F ORD, in the morning thou shalt hear -*-^ My voice ascending high; To thee will I direct my pray'r, To thee lift up mine eye; — 2 Up to the hills where Christ has gone To plead for all his saints. Presenting at his Father's throne Our songs and our complaints. 3 Thou art a God, before whose sight The wicked shall not stand; Sinners shall ne'er be thy delight, Nor dwell at thy right hand. 4 But to thy house will I resort To taste thy mercies there; I will frequent thy holy court And worship in thy fear. 5 O may thy Spirit guide my feet In ways of righteousness; Make ev'ry path of duty straight, And plain before my face. 943 (905) Morning. C. M. 1 T ORD, hear the voice of my complaint : J-^ Accept my secret pray'r; To thee alone, my King, my God, Will I for help repair. 2 Thou, in the morn, my voice shalt hear, And with the dawning day To thee devoutly I'll look up, To thee devoutly pray. 3 Let all thy saints, who trust in thee, With shouts their joy proclaim; SPECIAL OCCASIONS. 583 By thee preserv'd, let them rejoice, And magnify thy name. 4 To rigliteous men the righteous Lord His blessings will extend ; And with his favor all his saints, As with a shield, defend. 944 (907) .an evening hymn. C. M. 1 \ ND now another day is past, -^ The sun has left our shore, And weary laborers homeward haste—- Their daily toil is o'er. 2 But, mighty God, thy wakeful eye Needs not sleep's balmy pow'r; O be thy watchful Spirit nigh, In night's unguarded hour. 3 For day and night, alike to thee, Are glorious and bright; Thy dwelling-place is brilliancy. And thou thyself art light. 4 From Satan's sway — from sin's control, Do thou protect my heart; Nor from thee let this wand'ring soul E'en in a dream depart. 5 From ev'ry light and vain desire This sinful bosom free; My heart would burn with holy fire — An altar. Lord, for thee. 6 With confidence I'll take my rest, Relying on ihy love; Be ev'ry rising fear represt, Nor let thy grace remove. 7 But if this night should be my last, And end my transient days, I'll live to thee when death is past, A sinless life of praise. 38 584 SPECIAL OCCASIONS. 945 (908) Evening. L. M. 1 f^^ REAT God ! to thee my ev'ning song vT With humble gratitude I raise: 0 let thy mercy tune my tongue, And fill my heart with lively praise. 2 My days, unclouded as they pass, And ev'ry onward rolling hour. Are monuments of wondrous grace, And witness to thy love and pow'r. 3 And yet this thoughtless, wretched heart, Too oft regardless of thy love. Ungrateful, can from thee depart. And from the path of duty rove. 4 Seal my forgiveness in the blood Of Christ, my Lord; his name alone 1 plead for pardon, gracious God, And kind acceptance at thy throne. 5 With hope in him mine eyelids close, With sleep refresh my feeble frame; Safe in thy care may I repose. And wake with praises to thy name. 946 (909) Evening meditations. S. M. 1 A NOTHER day is past, -^ The hours for ever fled; And time is bearing me away, To mingle with the dead. 2 My mind in perfect peace My Father's care siiall keep; , I yield to gentle slumber now, For thou canst never sleep. 3 How blessed, Lord, are they On thee securely stay'd! They shall not be in life alarm 'd, Nor be in death dismay'd. SPECIAL OCCASIONS. 685 04: • (911) Jesus sought at evening. L. M. 1 npHE busy scenes of day are fled, -■- The ev'ning shades invite to rest; May I repose my weary head, Reclining on my Savior's breast. 2 Jesus, to thee an ev'ning song My soul in gratitude would raise; O could I mount and join that throng, i I'd vie with angels in thy praise. 3 With tears of joy I'd sing the God Who wept and groan'd and died for me ; Then hide beneath that precious blood Which freely flovv'd on Calvary.* 4 And when, at last, nor sun, nor moon, Nor stars shall light the pilgrim's way, Let angel bands convey me home To realms of everlasting day. 948t ^n evening hymn. P. M. 11. 10. 1 ^T^HE day is gone, — the weary sun declining -*- Behind the hills, — and now the stars are shining, — But Jesus, Sun of righteousness, abide. Nor from my soul thy gracious presence hide. 2 'Twere utter darkness here, if thou shouldst fail me. Where all the pow'rs of evil would assail me, And plunge me into deeps of endless night, Without one star j,o shed its glimm'ring light. 3 Accept, O God of grace, for daily favors, Which now and ever prompt to good endeavors, My offer 'd thanks! — and may their incense rise, By love's pure flame enkindled from the skies. 4 Of ev'ry wrong this day I've done before thee. Through thy dear Son. for pardon I implore thee; And when in sleep I rest my weary head. Be still thy v.'ings of love around me spread! 586 SPECIAL OCCASIONS. 5 And when life's day by night shall be o'ertaken, May then my soul, its faith in thee unshaken, From death's dark vale with angels soar away To where thy presence makes eternal day, 949 (9^3) .i blessing sought upon children. F.M.. 7s. 1 /^OD of mercy, hear our pray'r ^J For the children thou hast giv'n; Let them all thy blessings share, Grace on earth and bliss in heav'n. 2 Cleanse their souls from ev'ry stain, Through the Savior's precious blood; Let them all be born again, And be reconciPd to God. 3 For this mercy. Lord, we cry; Bend thine ever-gracious ear: "While on thee our souls rely. Hear our pray'r, in mercy hear. 950 (914) Early instruction. CM. 1 TTOW happy are the young who hear -O- Instruction's warning voice; And who celestial wisdom make Their early— only choice. 2 For she has treasures greater far Than east or west unfold; And her rewards more precious are Than all their stores of gold. 3 She guides the young with innocence In pleasure's path to tread; A crown of glory she bestows Upon the aged head. 4 According as her labors rise, So her rewards increase; Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace. SPECIAL OCCASIONS. 587 951 (915) Early piety. C. M. D. 1 T?Y cool Siloam's shady rill, Jj How sweet the lily grows; How sweet the breath beneath the hill Of Sharon's dewy rose; And such the child whose early feet The paths of peace have trod, Whose secret heart with influence sweet, Is upward drawn to God. 2 By cool Siloam's shady rill. The lily must decay; The rose that blooms beneath the hill Must shortly fade away; And soon, too soon, the wintry hour Of man's maturer age May shake the soul with sorrow's pow'r And stormy passion's rage. 3 O thou, whose infancy was found With heav'nly rays to shine, Whose years, with changeless virtue crown'd, Were all alike divine, — Dependent on thy bounteous breath We seek thy grace alone; In childhood, manhood, and in death, To keep us still thine own. 952^ The Bible the guide of the young. S. M 1 TXTITH humble heart and tongue, T » My God to thee I pray: O bring me now. while 1 am young, To thee the living way. 2 Make an unguarded youth The object of thy care; Help me to choose the way of truth, And fly from ev'ry snare. 3 My heart, to folly prone, Renew by pow'r divine; 588 SPECIAL OCCASIONS. Unite it to thyself alone, And make me wholly thine. 4 O let thy word of grace My warmest thoughts employ; Be this, through all my following days, My treasure and my joy. 5 To what thy laws impart Be my whole soul inclin'd: O let them dwell within my heart, And sanctify my mind. 953t Early piety. C. M 1 /^ IN the morn of life, when youth v^ With vital ardor glows, And shines in all the fairest charms That beauty can disclose, — 2 Deep in thy soul, before its pow'ra Are yet by vice enslav'd. Be thy Creator's glorious name And character engrav'd; — 3 Ere yet the shades of sorrow cloud The sunshine of thy days. And cares and toils, in endless round, Encompass all thy ways; — 4 Ere yet thy heart the woes of age. With vain regret, deplore, And sadly muse on former joys, That novi' return no more. 5 True wisdom, early sought and gain'd. In age will give thee rest; O then improve the morn of life, To make its ev'ning blest. 054t Rememher thy Creator. P. M. 7s & 6s. 1 "pEMEMBERthy Creator -tV While youth's fair spring is bright. Before thy cares are greater. Before comes age's night; SICKNESS AND AFFLICTION. 599 Wliile yet the sun shines o'er thee While stars the darkness cheer, While life is all before thee, Thy great Creator fear. 2 Remember thy Creator Ere life resigns its trust, Ere sinks dissolving nature, And dust returns to dust; Before with God, who gave it The spirit shall appear: He cries, who died to save it. Thy great Creator fear. 955 (916) In behalf of orphans. CM. 1 /^ GRACIOUS Lord, whose mercies rise ^^ Above our utmost need ! Incline thine ear unto our cry, And hear the orphan plead. 2 Bereft of all a mother's love, And all a father's care, Lord, whither shall we flee for help? To whom direct our pray'r? — 3 To thee we flee — to thee we pray — Thou shalt our Father be: More than the fondest parent's care We find, O Lord, in thee! 4 Already thou hast heard our cry And wipM away our tears: Thy mercy has a refuge found To guard our helpless years.* SICKNESS AND AFFLICTION. 956 (918) Looking upioards in trials. L. M. 1 /^OD of my life, to thee I call! vT Afflicted at thy feet I fall; When the great water-floods prevail, Leave not my trembling heart to fail 590 SICKNESS AND AFFLICTION. 2 Friend of the friendles-s and the faint! Where should I lodge my deep complaint? Where bat with thee, whose open door Invites the helpless and the poor ! 3 Did ever mourner plead with thee, And thou refuse tliat mourner's plea? Does not thy word still fix'd remain, That none shall seek thy face in vain? 4 That were a grief I could not bear. Didst thou not hear and answer pray'r; But a pray'r-hearing, answ'ring God Supports me under ev'ry load.** 05Tt Public humiliation. L. M. 1 /^REAT Maker of unnumber'd worlds, ^J And whom unnumber'd worlds adore, Whose goodness all thy creatures share. While nature trembles at thy pow'r, — 2 Thine is the hand that moves the spheres, That wakes the wind and lifts the sea; And man, who moves the lord of earth, Acts but the part assign 'd by thee. 3 While suppliant crowds implore thine aid, To thee we raise the humble cry, Thine altar is the contrite heart. Thine incense the repentant sigh. 4 O may our land, in this her hour, Confess thy hand and bless the rod, By penitence make thee her Friend, And find in thee a guardian God. OoSt Security and comfort in God. S. M. 1 TT7HEX, overwhelm'd with grief, » » My heart within me dies, Helpless, and flir from all relief, To heav'n I lift mine eyes. 2 O lead me to the Rock That's high above my head, FOR SEAMEN. 591 And make the covert of thy wings My shelter and my shade. 3 Wiihin thy presence, Lord, For ever I'll abide; Thou art the tow'r of my defence, The refuge where I hide. 4 Thou givest me the lot Of those that fear thy name; If endless life be their reward, I shall possess the same. 959t Support in God. C. M. 1 f\ GOD, our help in ages past, ^-^ Our hope for years to come, Our shelter from the stormy blast And our eternal home, — 2 Beneath the shadow of thy throne Thy saints have dwelt secure; Sufficient is thine arm alone, And our defence is sure. 3 Before the hills in order stood, Or earth receiv'd her frame, From everlasting thou art God, To endless years the same. 4 Thy word commands our flesh to dust,— "Return, ye sons of men;" All nations rose from earth at first. And turn to earth again. FOR SEAMEN. 060' Prayer for seamen. CM 1 'VTKT'E come, O Lord, before thy throne, ^ ' And. with united plea. We meet and pray for those who roam Far off upon the sea. 692 FOR SEAMEN- 2 O may the Holy Spirit bow Ttie sailor's heart to thee, Till tears of deep repentance flow Like rain-drops on the sea. 3 Then may a Savior's dying love Pour peace into his breast, And waft him to the port above, Of everlasting rest. 96 It The sea obedient to God. C. M. 1 "lYT-^^KER of all thing-s, mighty Lord ! 1-^-L We own thy power divine ; The winds and waves obey thy word, For all their strength is thine. 2 Wide as the wintry tempests sweep, They work thy sov'reign will; Thy voice is heard upon the deep, And all its waves are still. 3 When dangers threat in ev'ry form, And death itself is near; O God, amidst the raging storm, We're safe beneath thy care. 4 With trembling hope on thee we stay To rescue from the grave; Thou, whom the elements obey, Art ever near to save. 002t Thanksgiving for deliverance in a storm. C. M. 1 (^UR shatter'd bark, on boist'rous seas, ^^ By cruel tempests tost, Without one cheerful gleam of hope, Expecting to be lost, — 2 We to the Lord, in humble pray'r, Breathed out our sad distress; Though feeble, yet, with contrite hearts* We begg'd return of peace. 3 Then ceas'd the stormy winds to blow, The surges ceas'd to roll; FOR THE FESTIVAL OF THE REFORMATION. 593 And soon again a placid sea Spoke comfort to the soul. 4 O may our grateful, trembling hearts Their hallelujahs sing To him who hath our lives preserved,— Our Savior and our King. FOR THE FESTIVAL OF THE REFORxMATION. 963t Safety of the church. S. M. 1 /^REAT is the Lord our God, 'J And let his praise be great; He makes the church his own abode, His most delightful seat. 2 In Zion God is known, A refuge in distress: How bright has his salvation shone Through all her palaces ! 3 When kings against her joined, And saw the Lord was there, In wild confusion of the mind, They fled with hasty fear. 4 Oft have our fathers told. Our eyes have often seen, How well our God secures the fold Where his own sheep have been. 5 In ev'ry new distress We'll to his house repair; We'll call to mind his wondrous grace And seek deliv'rance there. gg ^c 6s 5 064"^ God the safety of his people. P. M. 1 A SAFE stronghold our God is still, -^ Our shield and surest weapon; He will deliver from the ill That hath us now o'ertaken. 594 FOU THE FESTIVAL OF THE REFORMATION. Our old deadly foe Now aims his last blow; Deep guile and strong pow'r He boastelh in this hour: On earth is not his equal. 2 By strength of ours could naught be done; The strife full soon were ended, But for us fights the valiant One, By God himself commended. Ask you, "Who is He?" Christ Jesus ! There see The Lord Sabaoth, Our God and Savior both — He conquers in this battle. 3 Though devils all the earth should fill, Each watching to devour us, We tremble not, we fear no ill They cannot overpower us. The false prince of hell May rage, rave and swell, He harms not a hair, We shall escape his snare, Christ's lightest word shall stay him. 4 His word for ever shall abide. Our foes can ne'er destroy it, He siandeth ever at our side, And cheers us by his Spirit. And take they our life, Goods, fame, children, wife. When their worst is done, Yet have they nothing won — We shall receive the kingdom. 965t God's word restored. 8s 7s, P.M. 1 r\ GOD ! look down from heav'n, we pray, ^^ Thy tenderness awaken ! Thy saints, so few, fast fade away — Hast thou thy poor forsaken? FOR THE FESTIVAL OF THE REFORMATION. 595 Thy word no more is taught aright, And faith from earth hatli vanish 'd quite — O Lord, our God, revive us! 2 From teachers of false doctrine, Lord, Thy church, we pray, deliver, They undertake to rule thy word, As wiser than its giver. Who shall control our tongues, they say, Who dare prescribe another way, Who hath dominion o'er us? 3 God therefore saith, "I will arise, My poor they are oppressing, I see their tears, I hear their cries, Their wrongs shall have redressing. My healing word shall now appear. The proud shall think its truths severe. But it shall save the humble. 4 As silver sev'n times purified Is known and priz'd the higher, The word of God, when fully tried. Doth deeper love inspire: The cross but proves its greater worth It shines abroad o'er all the earth, Enlight'ning all the nations. 5 O God, preserve it pure, we pray, In this vile generation, May we still walk its perfect way, And see thy full salvation; Here may it make the simple wise. And there, beyond the glitt'ring skies, Fill ev'ry mouth with gladness. 006' Prayer for the church. L. M 1 /\ LORD, uphold us by thy word, ^^ And break our foes, descending sword; Fain would they banish from his throne Thy Son, whom thou dost call thine own. 596 NATIONAL OCCASIONS. 2 Lord Jesus Clirist, thy pow'r display, Establish o'er the world thy sway ; Defend thy church, who to thy praise Shall high the song of triumph raise. 3 O Holy Ghost, descend we pray, Thy sanctifying pow'r display, Thy church console, our hearts unite, And guide us to the realms of light. 4 Thus shall the world admiring see That thou art God eternally, That faithful thou dost still defend Thy people who on thee depend. 9 6*7t God the defence of Zion. P. M. Ss 7s & 4s 1 l^ION stands with hills surrounded — ^-^ Zion, kept by power divine; All her foes shall be confounded, Though the world in arms combine: Happy Zion, What a favored lot is thine ! 2 In the furnace God may prove thee, Thence to bring thee forth more bright, But can never cease to love thee; Thou art precious in his sight: God is with thee — God, thine everlasting light. NATIONAL OCCASIONS 90St Praise for national prosperity. L. P. M. 1 ^AY, should we search the globe around, 1^ Where can such happiness be found As dwells in this much favor'd land? Here plenty reigns; here freedom sheds Her choicest blessings on our heads: By God supported, still we stand. NATIONAL OCCASIONS. 597 2 Here commerce spreads her ample store, Which comes from ev'ry foreign sliore; Science and arts their charms display; Religion teaches us to raise Our voices in our Maker's praise, As truth and conscience point the way. 3 These are thy gifts, almighty King; From thee our matchless blessings spring; Th' extended shade, the fruitful skies, The comforts'^iberty bestows, The eternal joys the gospel shows. All from thy boundless goodness rise. 4 With grateful hearts, with cheerful tongues, To God \vc raise united songs; His pow'r and mercy we proclaim; And still through ev'ry age shall own Jehovah here has fix'd his throne; And triumph in his mighty name. 5 Long as the moon her course shall run, Or man behold the circling sun, Do thou amidst our nation reign; Still crown her counsels with success, With peace and joy her borders bless. And all her sacred rights maintain, 0o9t Praise for national blessings. L. M» 1 A LMIGHTY Sov 'reign of the skies, -^ To thee let songs of gladness rise. Each grateful heart its tribute bring, And ev'ry voice thy goodness sing, 2 From thee our choicest blessings flow, Life, health and strength thy hands bestow; The daily good thy creatures share, Springs from thy providential care. 3 The rich profusion nature yields, The harvest waving o'er the fields, The cheering light, refreshing shower, Are gifts from thy exhaustless store. 598 KATIONAL OCCASIONS. 4 At thy command the vernal bloom Revives the world from winter's gloom; The summer's heat the fruit matures, And autumn all her treasures pours. 5 From thee proceed domestic ties, Connubial bliss, parental joys; On thy support the nations stand, Obedient to thy high command. 6 Let ev'ry pow'r of heart and tongue Unite to swell the grateful song: While age and youth in chorus join, And praise the majesty divine. Q#0' For pi-eservation against national foes. L. M. 1 TTEAR us, O Lord, in time of need, J^ And let thy name our cause defend; Grant that our efforts may succeed. And vict'ry on our steps attend. 2 On horse and chariot some rely, And some in numbers make their boast; Our trust is in the Lord most high ; His favor is itself a host. 3 In his salvation we rejoice, And lift our banners in his name ; Lord, hear our supplicating voice. And put our haughty foes to shame. 4 Spread over us thy shelt'ring wing. And bless with peace our favor'd land; That w^e may still thy glory sing, By whose protecting care we stand. 0*71^ Prayer for national gratitude and holiness. L.M. 1 T ORD, let thy goodness lead our land, J-^ Still saved by thine almighty hand. The tribute of its love to bring To thee, our Savior and our King. 2 Let ev'ry sacred temple raise Triumphant songs of holy praise; NATIONAL OCCASIONS. 599 Let ev'ry peaceful, private home A temple, Lord, to thee become. 3 Still be it our supreme delight To walk as in thy fflorious sight; Still iti thy precepts and thy fear, Till life's last hour, to persevere. OTSt J^ational hymn. P. M. Gs & 4s. 1 ly/TY country, 'tis of thee, ■^^-*- Sweet land of liberty. Of thee I sing; Land where my fathers died, Land of the pilgrim's pride, From ev'ry mountain side Let freedom ring. 2 My native country, thee — Land of the noble free — Thy name I love; I love thy rocks and rills. Thy woods and templed hills; My heart with rapture thrills Like that above. 3 Let music swell the breeze. And ring from all the trees Sweet freedom's song: Let mortal tongues awake; Let all that breathe partake; Let rocks their silence break, — The sound prolong. 4 Our fathers' God, to thee. Author of liberty, To thee we sing; Long may our land be bright With freedom's holy light; Protect us by thy might. Great God, our King. 39 600 TEMPERANCE. TEMPERANCE. 973' Prayer for quickening grace. CM. 1 IV/TY soul lies cleaving to the dust; i-'J- Lord, give me life divine; From vain desires, and every lust, Turn off these eyes of mine. 2 I need the influence of thy grace To speed me in thy vi^ay, Lest I should loiter in my race Or turn my feet astray. 3 Are not thy mercies sov'reign still, And thou a faithful God? Wilt thou not grant me warmer zeal To run the heavenly road? 4 Does not my heart thy precepts love, And long to see thy face? And yet how slow my spirits move Without enliv'ning grace ! 5 Then shall I love thy gospel more, And ne'er forget thy word, When I have felt its quick'ning power To draw me near the Lord. 9 #4' Prayer for grace in tnal, CM. 1 T^ATHER of all our mercies, thou J- In whom we move and live, Hear us in heaven, tliy dwelling, now, And answer, and forgive. 2 When, harrass'd by ten thousand foes, Our helplessness we feel, O give the weary soul repose, The wounded spirit heal. 3 When dire temptations gather round, And threaten or allure. By storm or calm, in thee be found A refuge strong and sure. TEMPERANCE. 601 4 From day to day, O may we grow In faith, in hope, and love, And walk in holiness below To holiness above. 0*75^ Succor implored in confiids. CM. 1 A LAS! what hourly dangers rise! -^^ What snares beset my way ! To heaven, O let me lift mine eyes, And hourly watch and pray. 2 How oft my mournful thoughts complain, And melt in flowing tears! My weak resistance, ah, how vain! How strong my foes and fears ! 3 O gracious God, in whom I live, My feeble efforts aid; Help me to watch, and pray, and strive Though trembling and afraid. 4 Increase my faith, increase my hope, When foes and fears prevail; O bear my fainting spirit up, Or soon my strength will fail. 5 Whene'er temptations lure my heart, Or draw my feet aside, My God, thy powerful aid impart, My Guardian and my Guide. 6 O keep me in thy heavenly way, And bid the tempter flee; And let me never, never stray From happiness and thee. 0*76 (933) For temperance meetings. P. M. 1 T>OUND the temp'rance standard rally, A*' All the friends of human kind; Snatch the devotees of folly, Wretched, perishing and blind: Loudly tell them How they comfort now may find. 602 FOR BIBLE SOCIETIES. 2 Bear the blissful tidings onwards, Bear them all the world around; Let the myriads thronging downwards, Hear the sweet and blissful sound, And, obeying, III the paths of peace be found. 3 Plant the temp 'ranee standard firmly, Round it live, and round it die; Young and old defend it sternly, Till we gain the victory, And all nations Hail the happy Jubilee.* 07T (934) Praise for the increase of temperance. L. M, 1 "ITTE praise thee, Lord, if but one soul, * » While the past year prolong'd its flight, Turn'd shudd'ring from the pois'nous bowl, To health and liberty and light. 2 We praise thee — if one clouded home, Where broken hearts despairing pin'd, Beheld the sire and husband come, Erect, and in his perfect mind. 3 No more a weeping wife to mock. Till all her hopes in anguish end — No more the trembling mind to shock, And sink the father in the fiend. 4 Still give us grace. Almighty King, Unwav'ring at our posts to stand; Till grateful at thy shrine we bring The tribute of a ransom 'd land. FOR BIBLE SOCIETIES. 9T8 (937) Valueof the Bible. L. M. 1 /^O, Holy Book ! thou word divine ^J" Of him who spake as ne'er man spake; Go, for Omnipotence is thine, And to thy truths the nations wake. FOR BIBLE SOCIETIES. 603 2 Go — and wherever man ha? trod, Where there is one for whom Christ died, Open the treasures of our God, And tell them of the Crucified. 3 Fly — fly on wing of angel speed. And bear the news of dying grace, Say, Jesus is the Christ indeed, And ransom'd all the human race. 4 The veil of ignorance shall rend, And light shall pass through error's night, And idols of the earth shall bend Beneath the glory of thy might. 5 Onward in thy triumphant way, Thou message of the Holy One, Thy truth shall usher in the day, The reign of God's beloved Son. 979t Power of God's word. S. M. 1 T3EH0LD, the morning sun -O Begins his glorious way; His beams through all the nations run. And life and light convey. 2 But where the gospel comes. It spreads diviner light; It calls dead sinners from their tombs. And gives the blind their sight. 3 How perfect is thy word ! And all thy judgments just ! For ever sure thy promise. Lord, And we securely trust. 4 My gracious God, how plain Are thy directions given ! O may I never read in vain. But find the path to heaven. 604 DEATH. OoOt The value of the sacred loritings. L. M. 1 HP HIS world that we so highly prize, -■- And seek so eagerly its smile — What is it? — vanity and lies — A broken cistern all the while. 2 Pleasure with her delightful song, That charms the unwary to beguile— What is it? — tlie deceiver's tongue — A broken cistern all the while. 3 Riches, that so absorb the mind In anxious care and ceaseless toil — What are they? — faithless as the wind — A broken cistern all the while. 4 Yes — all are broken cisterns, Lord ! To those that wander far from thee: The living stream is in thy word, Thou Fount of immortality. DEATH 981 (939) Death of the righteous. P. M 1 npHIS place is holy ground ; J- "World, with thy cares away; Silence and darkness reign around, But soon the break of day — The resurrection daM'n appears, To shine upon this scene of tears. 2 Behold the bed of death, This pale and lovely clay ! Heard ye the sob of parting breath? Mark'd ye the eye's last ray ? No! life so sweetly ceas'd to be, It laps'd in immortality. 3 Could tears revive the dead, Rivers would swell our eyes ; DEATH. 605 Could sighs recall tlie spirit fled, We would not quench our sighs Till love ilium 'd this altered mien, And all th' embodied soul were seen. 4 Bury the dead, and weep In stillness o'er the lost; Burj' the dead; in Christ they sleep, Who bore on earth his cross. Soon from the grave the dust shall rise In his own image to the skies. 982t Hope in death. 9s & 8s. P.M. 1 TT7H0 knows how near my life's expended? VV Time flies, and death is hasting on: How soon, my term of trial ended. May heave my last expiring groan ! For Jesus' sake, when flesh shall fail, With me, O God, may all be well ! 2 My many sins ! — O veil them over With merits of thy dying Son ! I here thy richest grace discover, — Here find I peace, and here alone: And, for his sake, when flesh shall fail, With me, O God, may it be well ! 3 His bleeding wounds give me assurance That thy free mercy will abide; Here strength I find for death's endurance, And hope for all I need beside: For Jesus' sake, when flesh shall fail, With me, O God, may it be well ! 4 Nothing from Christ my soul shall sever. Nor life, nor death; — things high, nor low: I take him as my Lord for ever, My future trust, as he is now: And for his sake, when flesh shall fail, With me, O God, may it be well. 606 DEATH. 983t Release by death. CM. 1 ^OON, in the grave my flesh shall rest, ^ My soul from earth remove, And, in the Savior's glory dress'd, Shall reach the home 1 love; — 2 My friends — the whole celestial choir; My ev'ry feeling — ^joy; To honor God — my one desire; His praise— my one employ. 3 Nor vrould I wait till angel-host Shall teach their song to raise: To Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, I'll here begin my praise. 4 Now to our God, the Father, Son, And Holy Spirit, sing! With praise to God, the three in one, Let all creation ring ! 0S4t Interment of a pious young female. 8s & 79. 1 O ISTER, thou wast mild and lovely, >^ Gentle as the summer breeze, Pleasant as the air of ev'ning, When it floats among the trees. 2 Peaceful be thy silent slumber — Peaceful in the grave so low: Thou no more wilt join our number; Thou no more our songs shalt know. 3 Dearest sister, thou hast left us; Here thy loss we deeply feel; But 'tis God that hath bereft us: He can all our sorrows heal. 4 Yet again we hope to meet thee. When the day of life is fled, Then in heaven with joy to greet thee, Where no farewell tear is shed. DEATH. 607 985t For the death of an infant. P. M. 6s. 1 /^O to thy rest, my child, ^J Go to thy dreamless bed, Gentle and undefil'd, With blessings on thy head. 2 Fresh roses in thy hand, Buds on thy pillow laid; Haste from this fearful land, Where flowers so quickly fade. 3 Before thy heart had learn 'd In waywardness to stray; Before thy feet had turn'd The dark and downward way; 4 Ere sin had seared the breast, Or sorrow woke the tear; Rise to thy home of rest, In yon celestial sphere. 5 Because thy smile was fair, Thy lip and eye so bright. Because thy cradle-care Was such a fond delight, — 6 Shall love, with weak embrace, Thy heavenward wing detain? No ! — angel, seek thy place Amid heaven's cherub train. OoO' Blessedness of the righteous in death. L. M. 1 Trow blest the righteous when he dies ! -tl When sinks a weary soul to rest ! How mildly beam the closing eyes ! How gently heaves th' expiring breast! 2 So fades a summer cloud away; So sinks the gale when storms are o'er; So gently shuts the eye of day; So dies a wave along the shore. 3 A holy quiet reigns around, A calm which life nor death destroys; 608 DEATH. And naught disturbs that peace profound Which his unfetter'd soul enjoys. 4 Farewell, conflicting hopes and fears, Where lights and shades alternate dwell; How bright th' unchanging morn appears! Farewell, inconstant world, farewell. 5 Life's labor done, as sinks the clay, Light from its load the spirit flies, While heaven and earth combine to say, *'How blest the righteous when he dies'." 98 it Farewell to a departed friend. 12s & lis. 1 'T^HOU art gone to the grave; but we will not -*- deplore thee, Though sorrows and darkness encompass the tomb; The Savior has passed through its portals before thee, And the lamp of his love is thy guide through the gloom. 2 Thou art gone to the grave; we no longer behold thee, Nor tread the rough paths of the world by thy side ; But the wide arms of mercy are spread to enfold thee, And sinners may hope, since the Savior hath died. 3 Thou art gone to the grave; and, its mansion for- saking, Perchance thy weak spirit in doubt linger 'd long; But the sunshine of heaven beam'd bright on thy waking, And the sound thou didst hear was the seraphim's song. 4 Thou art gone to the grave; but we will not deplore thee, Since God was thy Ransom, thy Guardian, thy Guide; He gave thee, he took thee, and he will restore thee; And death has no sting, since the Savior hath died. RESURRECTION AND JUDGMENT. 609 988t Weep not. P. M. 7s&8s. I T IFT not thou the wailing voice ; -L^ Weep not; 'tis a Christian dieth: Up, where blessed saints rejoice, Ransom'd now, the spirit flieth: High in heaven's own light shedwelleth; Full the song of triumph swelleth: Freed from earth, and earthly failing, Lift for her no voice of Availing. 2 They who die in Christ are blest: Ours be, then, no thought of grieving: Sweetly with their God they rest. All their toils and troubles leaving: So be ours the faith that saveth, Hope that ev'ry trial braveth. Love that to the end endureth. And, through Christ, the crown secureth. S' RESURRECTION AND JUDGMENT. 0o9 (945) Resurrection from the grave. L. M. HALL man, O God of light and life, For ever moulder in the grave ? Canst thou forget thy glorious work. Thy promise and thy pow'r to save? 2 Shall life revisit dying worms. And spread the joyful insect's wing! And O, shall man awake no more To see thy face, thy name to sing? 3 Cease, cease, ye vain desponding fears! When Christ, our Lord, from darkness sprung. Death, the last foe, was captive led, And heav'nwith praise and wonder rung. 4 Him, the first-fruits, his chosen sons Shall follow from the vanquish'd grave He mounts his throne, the King of kings, His church to quicken and to save. 610 RESURRECTION AND JUDGMENT. 5 Faith sees the bright, eternal doors Unfold to make his children waj; They shall be cloth 'd with endless life, And shine in everlasting day. 6 The trump shall sound, the dust awake; From the cold tomb the slumb'rers spring; Through heav'n, with joy their myriads rise, And hail their Savior and their King. 990"^ The judgment day. P.M. 8s. 1 TUDGMENT comes !— that day of mourning ! ^ Earth in flames! — to ashes turning! So the Scriptures give us warning. 2 How will fear the soul be rending, When the Judge is seen descending, Angel-hosts their Lord attending ! 3 Hark, — the trump! — its blast of wonder Tears the graves of earth asunder ! These, their prison'd charge surrender; — 4 Death and nature frighted, quaking, While the dead, their tombs forsaking, Are their place for trial taking ! 5 Then, before the world collected. Books are open'd and inspected, And by these the doom directed. 6 When the Judge, for judgment seated, Marks for vensreance unremitted, Open crimes and crimes secreted; — 7 Guilty — what can I be pleading? Who for me be interceding? Saints themselves are mercy needing. 8 Savior, thron'd in exaltation, Thou hast wrought a free salvation,— Save me now from condemnation ! RESURRECTION AND JUDGMENT. 611 09 It The great day. L. M. 1 rpHE day of wrath, that dreadful day, JL When heaven and earth shall pass avvay^ What power shall be the sinner's stay ? How shall he meet that dreadful day? — 2 When, shriv'ling like a parched scroll, The flaming heavens together roll, And louder yet, and yet more dread. Resounds the trump that wakes the dead? 3 O, on that day, that wrathful day, When man to judgment wakes from clay, Be thou, O Christ, the sinner's stay, Though heaven and earth shall pass away. 992 (949) Christ's right hand. C. P. M. 1 TTTHEN thou, my righteous judge, shalt come VV To call thy ransom'd people home, Sl)all I among them stand? Shall such a worthless worm as I, Who sometimes am afraid to die, Be found at thy right hand? 2 I love to meet among them now. Before thy gracious feet to bow. Though vilest of them all; But, can I bear the piercing thought? What if my name should be left out. When thou for them shalt call? 3 Prevent it, Lord, by thy rich grace; Be thou my soul's sure hiding-place, In this, th' accepted day: Thy pard'ning voice O let me hear, To still my unbelieving fear; Nor let me fall, I pray. 4 Let me among thy saints be found, Whene'er the archangel's trump shall sound, And see thy smiling face: Then loudest of the crowd I'll sing, While heav'n's resounding mansions ring With shouts of sov'reign grace. 612 ETERNITY. ETERNITY. UUoT Longing for a view of heaven. C. M. 1 f\ LET our thoughts and wishes fly V-/ Above these gloomy shades, To those bright worlds beyond the sky, Which sorrow ne'er invades! 2 There joys unseen by mortal eyes, Or reason's feeble ray. In ever-blooming prospect rise, Expos 'd to no decay. 3 Lord, send a beam of light divine To guide our upward aim; With one reviving look of thine, Our languid hearts inflame. 4 O then, on faith's sublimest wing, Our ardent souls shall rise To those bright scenes where pleasures spring Immortal in the skies. 994 (950) The heavenly rest. P. M. 8.6.8.8.6. 1 rpHERE is an hour of peaceful rest, J- To mourning wand'rers giv'n; There is a joy for souls distress'd, A balm for ev'ry wounded breast — 'Tis found above — in heav'n. 2 There is a soft, a downy bed, 'Tis fair as breath of ev'n; A couch for weary mortals spread, Where they may rest the aching head, And find repose in heav'n. 3 There is a home for weary souls, By sin and sorrow driv'n; When toss'd on life's tempestuous shoals. Where storms arise and ocean rolls, And all is drear — but heav'n. ETERNITY. 613 4 There faith lifts up her cheerful eye, To brighter prospects giv'n; And views the tempest passing by. The ev'ning shadows quickly fly, And all serene — in heav'n. 5 There fragrant flowers immortal bloom, And joys supreme are giv'n; There joys divine disperse the gloom: — Beyond the confines of the tomb Appears the dawn of heav'n. »9o (951) Solving in tears andreaping in joy. C. M. 1 ^HERE is an hour of hallow 'd peace A For those with care oppressed When sighs and sorrowing tears shall cease, And all be hush'd to rest: 2 'Tis then the soul is freed from fears, And doubts that here annoy: Then they that oft had sown in tears Shall reap again in joy. 3 There is a home of sweet repose, Where storms assail no more; The stream of endless pleasure flows On that celestial shore: 4 There purity with love appears, And bliss without alloy; There they that oft had sown in tears Shall reap eternal joy. 990 (952) The ransomed spirit. L. M. D. 1 nPHE ransom'd spirit to her home, A The clime of cloudless beauty, flies; No more on stormy seas to roam, She hails her haven in the skies : But cheerless are those heav'nly fields. That cloudless clime no pleasure yields, There is no bliss in bow'rs above, If thou art absent, holy Love ! 614 ETERNITY. 2 The cherub near the viewless throne Smiteth the harp with trembling hand; And one with incense-fire hath flown, To touch with flame the angel-band; But tuneless is the quiv'ring string; No melody can Gabriel bring ; Mute are its arches, when above The harps of heaven wake not to love ! 3 Earth, sea, and sky one languacje speak. In harmony that soothes the soul ; 'Tis heard when scarce the zephyrs wake, And when on thunders thunders roll: That voice is heard, and tumults cease; It whispers to the bosom peace; Speak, thou Inspirer, from above, And cheer our hearts, celestial Love ! 997 (954) The sainVs sweet home. P.M. 1 IVTID scenes of confusion and creature complaints, -»-"-»- How sweet to my soul is communion with saints ! To find at the banquet of mercy there's room, And feel in the presence of Jesus at home ! Home ! home ! sweet, sweet home ! Prepare me, dear Savior, for glory, my home. 2 Sweet bonds, that unite all the children of peace ! And thrice precious Jesus, whose love cannot cease ! Though oft from thy presence in sadness I roam, I long to behold thee in glory athome. Home, &c. 3 I sigh from this body of sin to be free, Which hinders my joy and communion with thee; Though now my temptations like billows may foam, All, ail will be peace when I'm with thee athome. Home, &c. 4 While here in the valley of conflict I stay, O give me submission and strength as my day ! I ETERMITT. 615 In all my afflictions to thee would 1 come, Rejoicing in hope of my glorious home. Home, &c. 5 Whate'er thou deniest, O give me thy grace, The Spirit's sure witness, and smiles of thy face; Indulge me with patience to wait at thy throne, And find even now a sweet foretaste of home. Home, &c. 6 I long, dearest Lord, in thy beauties to shine, No more as an exile in sorrow to pine, And in thy dear image arise from the tomb. With glorified millions to praise thee at home. Home, &c. 998 (955) The river of God. L. M. 1 nn HERE is a pure and peaceful wave, J- That rolls around the throne of love; Whose waters gladden as they lave The bright and heav'nly shores above. 2 While streams which on that tide depend, Steal from those heav'nly shores away. And on this desert world descend, Over our barren land to stray; 3 The pilgrim, faint and near to sink, Beneath his load of earthly woe, Refresh 'd beneath its verdant brink, Rejoices in its gentle flow. 4 There, O my soul, do thou repose, And hover o'er the hallow 'd spring, To drink the crystal wave, and there To lave thy wounded, weary wing. 5 It may be that the waft of love Some leaves on that pure tide hath driven; Which, passing from the shores above. Have floated down to us from heaven. 6 So shall thy wants and woes be heal'd, By the blest influence they bring; So thy parch 'd lips shall be unseal'd, Thy Savior's worthy name to sing. 40 616 ETERNITY. 999t Glomes of heaven. C. M 1 "C^AR from these narrow scenes of night A Unbounded glories rise, And realms of joy and pure delight, Unknown to mortal eyes. 2 Fair, distant land ! — could mortal eyes But half its charms explore, How would our spirits long to rise, And dwell on earth no more ! 3 No cloud those blissful regions know — Realms ever bright and fair; For sin, the source of mortal woe, Can never enter there. 4 O may the heavenly prospect fire Our hearts with ardent love, Till wings of faith, and strong desire, Bear ev'ry thought above. 5 Prepare us. Lord, by grace divine, For thy bright courts on high; Then bid our spirits rise and join The chorus of the sky. lOOOt My Father's house. CM. 1 ^HERE is a place of sacred rest, J- Far, far beyond the skies, Where beauty smiles eternally, And pleasure never dies; — My Father's house, my heavenly home Where "many mansions" stand, Prepar'd, by hands divine, for all Who seek the better land. 2 When toss'd upon the waves of life. With fear on ev'ry side, — When fiercely howls the gath'ring storm, And foams the angry tide, — ETERNITY. 617 Beyond the storm, beyond the gloom, Breaks forth the light of morn, Bright beaming from my Father's house, To cheer the soul forlorn. 3 Yes, even at that fearful hour. When death shall seize his prey, And from the place that knows us now, Shall hurry us away, — The vision of that heavenly home Shall cheer the parting soul, And o'er it, mounting to the skies, A tide of rapture roll. 4 In that pure home of tearless joy Earth's parted friends siiall meet. With smiles of love that never fade. And blessedness complete: There, there adieus are sounds unknown; Death frowns not on that scene, But life, and glorious beauty, shine. Untroubled and serene. 1001(959)Frmic/^m/iearen. P.M. 6.6.8.6.8.8 1 T^RIEND after friend departs ; -T Who hath not lost a friend ? There is no union here of hearts, That finds not here an end; Were this frail world our final rest, Living or dying, none were blest. 2 Beyond the flight of time. Beyond the reign of death, There surely is some blessed clime Where life is not a breath, Nor life's affections, transient fire, Whose sparks fly upward and expire. 3 There is a world above. Where parting is unknown; A long eternity of love Form'd for the good alone; 618 ETERNITY. And faith beholds the dying here Translated to that glorious sphere. 4 Thus star by star declines, Till all are passed away ; As morning high and higher shines To pure and perfect day; Nor sink those stars in empty night, But hide themselves in heav'ns own light. lOO^t The saints in heaven. P.M. 7s. 1 TT7HO are these in bright array, VV This innumerable throng, Round the altar night and day, Tuning their triumphant song? "Worthy is the Lamb, once slain, Blessing, honor, glory, pow'r, Wisdom, riches, to obtain New dominion ev'ry hour." 2 These through fiery trials trod; These from great affliction came; Now, before the throne of God, Seal'd with his eternal name, Clad in raiment pure and white, Victor palms in ev'ry hand, Through their great Redeemer's might, More than conquerors they stand. 3 Hunger, thirst, disease unknown, On immortal fruits they feed : Them the Lamb amidst the throne Shall to living fountains lead. Joy and gladness banish sighs ; Perfect love dispels their fears ; And for ever from their eyes God shall wipe away their tears. X003^ R^-'^nion of the good in heaven. CM. 1 ~p> LEST hour, when virtuous friends shall meet, -L' Their early sorrows o'er; And with celestial welcome greet, On an immortal shore. ETERNITY. 619 2 The parent finds his long-lost child; Brothers on brothers gaze: The tear of resignation mild Is chang'd to joy and praise. 3 Each tender tie, dissolv'd with paui, With endless bliss is crown'd: All that was dead revives again, All that was lost is found. 4 And while remembrance, ling'ring still, Draws joy from sorrowing hours, New prospects rise, new pleasures fill The soul's expanding pow'rs. 5 Congenial minds, array'd in light, High thoughts shall interchange; Nor cease, with ever-new delight, On wings of love to range. 6 Their Father marks the gen'rous flame, And looks complacent down: The smile, that owns their fiUal claim, Is their immortal crown. 1004:t Retmion in heaven. P. M. 6s & 5s. 1 "IT/'HEN shall we meet again? — Vt Meet ne'er to sever? When will peace wreath her chain Round us for ever? Our hearts will ne'er repose Safe from each blast that blows In this dark vale of woes — Never — no, never ! 2 When shall love freely flow Pure as life's river? When shall sweet friendship glow Changeless for ever? Where joys celestial thrill, Where bliss each heart shall fill. And fears of parting chill Never — no, never ! 620 DISMISSIONS AND D0X0L0G1E8. 3 Up to that world of light Take us, dear Savior; May we all there unite, Happy for ever: Where kindred spirits dwell, There may our music swell, And time our joys dispel, Never — no, never ! 4 Soon shall we meet again — Meet ne'er to sever; Soon will peace wreath her chain Round us for ever: Our hearts will then repose Secure from worldly woes: Our songs of praise shall close Never — no, never ! I' DISMISSIONS AND DOXOLOGIES. \{}i} 5 (^ai) Heavenly anticipations. P.M. 7s F 'tis sweet to mingle where Christians meet for social pray'r; If 'tis sweet with them to raise Songs of holy joy and praise; — Passing sweet that state must be Where they meet eternally. 2 Savior, may these meetings prove Preparations for above; While we worship in this place, May we grow from grace to grace, Till we, each in his degree, Fit for endless glory be. 1006 (962) L. M. PRAISE God, from whom all blessings flow, Praise him, all creatures here below; Praise him above, ye heav'nly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost! G" S' DISMISSIONS AND DOXOLOGIES. 621 1007 (963) S. M. IV^E to the Father praise; Give glory to the Son; And to the Spirit of his grace Be equal honor done. 1008 (964) 7.7.7.7. ING we to our God above, Praise eternal as his love; Praise him, all ye heav'nly host, Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. lOOOt The sacred three. L. P. M. ■VfOW to the great and sacred Three, -L^ The Father, Son, and Spirit be Eternal praise and glory given — Through all the worlds where God is known, By all the angels near the throne, And all the saints in earth and heaven. 10 lot Praise to the Trinity. C. M. D. THE God of mercy be adored, Who calls our souls from death, "Who saves by his redeeming word And new-creating breath; To praise the Father and the Son And Spirit all-divine, — The one in three, and three in one. Let saints and angels join. 1 0 1 1 1 The source of all blessings. C. P. M. TO Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, Be praise amid the heavenly host. And in the church below; From whom all creatures draw their breath, By whom redemption blessed the earth, From whom all comforts flow. P' 622 DISMISSIONS AND DOXOLOGIES. X013' Honor, glory and praise. H. M. TO God the Father's throne, Your highest honors raise; Glory to God, the Son,— To God, the Spirit, praise: With all our powers, Eternal King! Thy name we sing, While faith adores. 10 1 3t Praise to the Three in One. 8s & 7s. iRAISE the God of all creation; Praise the Father's boundless love: Praise the Lamb, our expiation, — Priest and King enthroned above: Praise the Fountain of salvation, — Him by whom our Spirits live; Undivided adoration To the one Jehovah give. 1 0 1 4: f The Trinity enthroned. 8s, 7s & 4. GREAT Jehovah ! we adore thee, God the Father— God the Son- God the Spirit — ^joined in glory, On the same eternal throne; Endless praises To Jehovah, three in one. 1015t Boundless praise. 6s & 4s TO God— the Father, Son, And Spirit— three in one, All praise be given ! Crown him in ev'ry song; To him your hearts belong; Let all his praise prolong- On earth — in heaven. DISMISSIONS AND DOXOLOGIES. 623 lOiet 8.7.8.7. TO Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, While angels bow before him, With joy let all the ransom'd host Sing praises and adore him. 1017t 11.6.11.6. TO Father, Son, and Holy Ghost sing praises, The God whom Christians love; From sin and fear, from death and hell he raises, To endless joys above. 10181 7.6.76. TO Father, Son, and Spirit, From earth let praise arise! Ye angels, as ye hear it. Prolong it through the skies ! lOlOt 12.11.12.8. ^"'O God,— to the Father, the Son, and the Spirit, J- Let saints now with angels in praises unite ! Beginning the joys they shall fully inherit For ever in regions of light. lOSOt 9.8.9.8.8.8. 'OW to the Father-God, who gave us His Son to bear away our guilt; To God the Son, made flesh to save us, Whose blood was for our ransom spilt; To God the Spirit of all grace, Let praise ascend from ev'ry place. 1021t 8.8.7.8.8.7. COME, let us now our honors bring, To Father, Sen, and Spirit sing, — The song of angels raising ! Let all below, and all above, Unite in holy joy and love. Our God Jehovah praising ! N< 624 DISMISSIONS AND DOXOLOGIES. 1022t 8.7.8.7.8.8.7. THOU God and Father of our Lord, We bring our praise before thee; Thou equal Sou, the hving Word, With praises we adore thee: Thou Holy Ghost, accept the praise Which, taught of thee, alike we raise To Father, Son, and Spirit. OR Now to the Father, and the Son, And Holy Ghost give praises! To God whose grace, to sinners shown, From death to glory raises: Let saints below and saints above With angels vie in showing love, 'Tis man alone finds mercy. 1033t 7.6.7.6.7.6.7.6. LL ye who grace inherit. The God of grace adore! To Father, Son, and Spirit Give praise for evermore! Of mercies here, the treasure Demands our praise and love; And praise shall be our pleasure Before his throne above. 1024t p. M. THE Lord is God !— To Father, Son, and Spirit, Let saints unite their grateful songs to raise! — • Till all the nations of the world shall hear it, And all shall learn to swell the notes of praise. Let earth and skies rejoice To spread his name abroad. And shout with thankful voice, ''The Lord is God!'' A' INDEX OF SUBJECTS. •AT. B. The Jlgures denote the number of the Hymn. ABHORRENCE of sin, 401, 421. Acquaint thyself with God, 823. Adam, corrupt nature from, 89, 90. Adam, tlie first and se- cond, 92. Admission of new mem- bers, 589, 592. Admission to Christian privileges, 922. Adoption, evidence of, de- sired, 356. Advantages of religion in youth, 652. Advent of Christ, 105, 113, 776. Advocate, Christ our, 837. Affliction, 683, 956, 959. Affliction, God appoint- eth, 73. Affliction, sanctified, 459, 461. Affliction, sweet, 684. Affliction, God delivereth his saints from, 680. Afflictions and death un- der Providence, 458. Afflicted invited to Christ, 221. Agony in the garden, 786 625 Aid ofthe Spirit, 176, 178. Alarm, the, 240. Angels, 808, 810. Angels adore Christ, 160. Angels, message of, to the shepherds, 103. Angels, ministry of, 63. Angels, sympathy of, 808. Angels, Christ the Lord oY, 810. Angelic praise, 809. Anticipations of future blessedness, 470, 745. Anticipations of faith ,304. Apostacy, 406. Appointments of God, wise and good, 68. Apprehension confessed, 273. Armor of God, prayer for the, 562. Ascension of Christ, 144, 160. Atonement, the, pleaded, 297. Atonement, gratitude for the, 346. Attributes of God, 13,40, 772, 775. Autumn, 605. A wakened sinner, 248, 2'0 Awakening, 213, 216. 626 BACKSLIDER, re- turning, 228. Backslider exhorted, 407. Bags that wax not old, 662. Baptism of children, 5U8, 876, 877, 878. Baptism of adults, 511. Bartimeus, prayer of, 208. Beatitudes, the, 2U9. Being and perfections of God, 13, 43. Bethesda's pool, 292. Benevolence, Christian, 120. Bible, inspired, 1, 2, 3. Bible, source of (religi- ous) knowledge, 1, 9. Bible, suited to our wants, Bible, a treasure, 4. [3. Bible, value of, 5, 8, 9, 978, 980. Bible, comprehensiveness of, 5. Bible, precious, 6, 7. Bible, glory of the, 10. Bible, consolatory, 11. Bible, power of the, 7, 979 Bible, the guide of the young, 9, 952. Bible Societies, 978, 980. Birth of Christ, joy to the world, 104, ]12. Birth, the new, 215. 307. Birth-day hymns, 643, 644 Blessings of obedience, 210. Blessings of religion, 211. Blessings of Christ's king- dom, 777. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Blessedness, future, anti- cipated, 470. Blood, cleansing, 850. Body and blood of Christ, 880. Books opened, 734. Breathing after holiness, 179, 423. Burial of a pious young female, 984. Burden of sin, 836, 839. CALL to sinners, (see Gospel call,) Canaan,-the heavenly. 738. Canaan, a view of, 476. Carnal joys, parting with, 310. Cast down yet hoping, 399 Casting all care on God, 852. Champion, the Christian, 901. Characters and names of Christ, Ihl, 171,782. Children, God's, blessed- ness of, 428. Children invited to Christ, 509. Children brought to Christ, 510 Children of the church, prayer for, 654. Children, solicitude for the conversion of, 657. Children, prayer for, 658, 949. Children, prayer of pa- rents for, 659. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Children of the Sunday School, 6G9, 671. Choice, the Christian's, 39-2. Choice of church officers, 593. Christ, 99, 171, 776, 792. Christ the Creator, 99, 101, 128. Christ, the divinity of, 99, 101. Christ, incarnation of, 102, 113, 776, 779. Christ the destroyer of sin, 1M7. Christ the messenger of mercy, 106. Christ the second Adam, 102. Christ, his life and minis- try, 114, 121. Christ, his sufferings and death, 122, 142. Christ, dying love of, 124, 131. Christ, resurrection, as- cension, intercession, and glory of, 144, 160. Christ, names and charac- ters of. 161, 171. Christ adored by the heav- enly host, 160. Christ wailing to be gra- cious. 204. Christ the star of Bethle- hem, 161. Christ went about doing good, 1J5. 627 Christ the way, the truth, and the life, 121. Christ and Moses, 134. Christ, death of, 144,123, 141. Christ exalted, 159, 791. Clirist glorified, 152. Christ came to save, 109, 200. Christ the only refuge, 167, 306, 469. Christ the Lamb of God, 320. Christ, the excellency of, 326. Christ, preciousness of, 329, 373, 386. Christ, his name above every other, 330. Christ all in ail, 331, 336, 380. Christ the Christian's only desire, 380. Christ above all praise, 332. Christtheeterna]]ife,335. Christ the believer's all, 336, 342, 380. Christ a guide in death, 455. Christ our Passover, 518. Christ an example in do- ing good, 115, 664. Christ known in the break- ing of bread, 519. Christ, glory of, in heaven, 740. Christ, teachings of, 780. Christ, miracles of, 781. 628 INTDEX OF SUBJECTS. Christ the good Shepherd. 783. Christ our salvation, 846. Christ before Pilate, 787. Christ, the passion of, 788. Christ, intercession of 156, 789. Christ, exaltation of, 791. Christ the resurrection and the life, ]-28. Christ our substitute, 127, 126. Christ's kingdom, bless- ings of, 777. Christian experience, 355, 482, 851, 875. Church. God entreated to dwell in his. 596. Church, praver for the, 885, 966. ' Church, a, in a state of de- cline, 579. Church revived, 585. Church, uniting with the, 918. Church, love to the, 499, 500. Church, a, seeking a pas- tor, 570. Church, safety of the, 963. Church blest in her offi- cers. 902. City of God, 533. Cleansing blood, 850. Clothing of the Christian, 867. Comforter, 177. Comfort in God, 308. Comfort in sickness and death, 681. Come to Jesus, 191, 193, 621. Coming of Christ, 547. Comir)g of Christ to judg- ment. 736. Communion vi'ith God 377. 379, 383, 422. Communion at the Lord's table, 515, 516. Compassion of Christ, 131. Complaint under darkness, 398, 418. Condescension of Christ, 202. Confession, 908. Confession of sin, original and actual, 254, 258. Confession and repent- ance, 266. Confession and prayer, 692. Conferences and Synods, 898. Confidence in God, 394, 466, 856. Confidence in God at even- ing, 629. Confirmation, 590, 917, 927. Conflict between flesh and Spirit, 260. Conflict, succor implored in, 975. Conflict, the inward, 838. Congregation, for a be- reaved, 578. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Consecration to God, 441, 917. Consecration of places of worship, 9i28, 931. Conscience, pleasures of a pure, 369. Consolation of faith, 341. Contrite heart, the, 255. Contrition, 835. Convert, the new, 3G6. Converts, welcome to young, 592. Conversion, 358. Conversion of the thought- less sinner, 261 . Conversion from sm, joy of, 360, 361. Conversion of sinners, 584 Conversion of sinners, joy in heaven at, 583. Conviction, 264. Corner-stone, blessing im- plored at laying of a, 594, 928. Countenance, God's, light of, prayed for, 299. Creation, God's love in, 58. Creation and providence, praise for, 775. Creator, God the, praised, 44,48,50,59. Creatures, love to the, dangerous, 222. Creatures, vanity of, 225. Cross of Christ, 129, 132, 197. Cross of Christ, medita- tion on the, 523. 629 Cross of Christ, taking up the, 925. Crosses, in answer to prayer, 445. Crucifixion of Christ, 123, 141. Crucifixion to the world, 129. Crv aloud and spare not, 539. DAY of grace and hope, life the, 217, 826. Day dawning, 587. Day of iudgment, 705, 731, 737, 990.991. Days, numbering our, 705 Death. 696, 726, 981, 988, 233. Death, hope in, 982. Death a release, 481, 983. Death and eternity, 247. Death and jud^fment, 238. Death and judgment, cer- tainty of, 231 , 247. Death of Christ, 123, 141, 1^4. Death of Christ, freedom in the, 130, 322. Death of the righteous, 981,986. Death, prayer for support in, 696. Death, certainty of, 697. Death, temporal and eter- nal, 698. Death, sin, the sting of, 700. Death at hand, 703. 630 Death, victory over, 707. Death made easy by Christ's presence, 708. Death triumphant in hope of the resurrection, 709. Death of friends and rela- tives, 710. Death of a parent, 711. Death of an infant, 713, 714, 985. Death, hope of heaven in, 712. Death is gain, 717. Death and burial of a saint, 718. Death and immediate glory, 719, 721. Death, a peaceful, 720, 724. Death in the Lord, bless- edness of, 722, 725. Death-bed, soul happy on a, 475. Deceitfulness of sin, 91. Declaration of a new member, 919. Declension, spiritual, 396. Dedication to God, 512. Delay, dangerous, 825. Delight in worship, 490, 491, 504, 769. Deliofht in the law of God, 382. Deliverance from sin, 301, 424. DeliveTrance and peace, praise for, 693. Deliverance in a storm, 962. IKDEX OF SUBJECTS. Dependence, man's, on God, 75, 608. Dependence of all things on God, 60. Dependence on Christ, 469 Depravity of man, 89, 98. Desert, life a, 465. Desire of the Christian, Christ the, 380. Desiring to be with Christ, 479. Devotion, habitual, 393. Devotion, private, 486. Disciples, Christ encour- aging his, 143. Dismissions, 752, 759, 1005, l(i24. Dispensations of God, merciful, 66- Divine light breaking into the soul, 853. Divinity of Christ. 99, 102 Doom of the wicked, 751. Doubting Christian, 400. Doxologies, 760 — 766 Drought, threatening, 604 Dving Christian, 478,480, '482, 716. Dying sinner's prayer,284 Dying Savior's love, 124, 125. EARLY instruction, 950. Early piety, 951,953,954. Earthly things, vanity of, 97, 225, 829. Education, evil effects of neglected, 655. INDEX OF SDBJECTS. Education of youth, im- portance of, 666, 667. Effusion of the Spirit on Pentecost day, 528. Eff'usion of the Spirit, prayer for, 804. Election of church offi- cers, 593—597. Elijah fed by ravens, 83. Enemies, spiritual, pro- tection from, 425. Equality of the Father and Son. 100. • Eternity, 242, 247, 738— 751, 993— 1004. Eternity, anticipations of, 231. Eternity, the terrors of, 245. Evening, 376, 634, 945. Evening, confidence in God at, 629. Evening ode of the Chris- tian pilgrim, 456. Evening hymns, 630-632, 637, 640,944, 948. Evening prayer, 633, 642. Evening, Jesus sought at, 947 Evening meditations, 946- Evening, Lord's day, 638, 938, 639. Everlasting song, the, 739. Eucharist, commemora- tive, .520. Eucharist commanded by Christ, 521. Exaltation of Christ, 159, 791, 154. 42 631 Example, Christian, 120. Example, Christ our, in doing good, 115, 664. Excellency of Christ, 326. Experienced Christian, 355 -482, 851—875. Expostulation with the sinner, 98, 187, 820, 824, 828. Extension of Christ's king- dom, 881. FAITH, anticipations of, 304. Faith, a prayer for, 866. Faith, the power of, 313. Faith a substitute for vis- ion, 314. Faith, a living, 323. Faith, the consolations of, 341. Faith seen in works, 354. Faith, glorious prospects of, 371. Faith, living by, 372. Faith victorious, 926 Fall and depravity of man, 89—98. Family religion, 660. Farewell to a departed friend, 987. Fast, public or national, 691. Father's house, my, 1000. Favor, divine, assurance of, desired, 93. Fear disciplined, 88. Fear gracious and lively hope, 355. 632 Feast, gospel, 526. Feast, gospel, room at the, 195, 198, 184. Feet, sitting at Jesus', 374. Fellowship, Christian, 897 Fig-tree, the barren, 609. Flesh and Spirit, conflict between, 260. Flesh, my, is meat indeed, 525. Following Christ, 449, 454 Following departed wor- thies, 869, 870. Folly of neglecting re- ligion, 244. Food of the soul, Jesus the. 517. Forgiveness, from the ex- ample of Christ, 116. Fortitude, holy, 462. Fountain opened for sin, 196, 327, 818. Frailty of man, 224, 679, Freedom in the death of Jesus, 130, 322. Friend, Jesus a, 165, 166, 204. Friends in heaven, 1001. Friendship,Christian,hope of, 872. Fruits of love, 431. Funeral of a young per- son, 715. Funeral of a faithful min- ister, 577. Future, hope of a better, 913. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. GENTILES coming in- to the church, 890, 891. Gethsemane, 122, 786. Gift of Christ, thanksgiv- ing for, 843. Glory of Christ, 99—101, 118 128, 153-160,740 Glory to Christ, 344. Glory, meditations on fu- ture, 474. God, attributes, being and perfections of, 13 — 43, 772—775. God exalted above all praise, 13. God, spirituality of, 14. God infinite, 15. God supreme, 16. God independent, 16. God, unity of, 18. God incomprehensible, 19, 69. God self-existent, 21. God eternal, 20, 21. God unchangeable, 20, 21 God almighty, 22. God, his majesty, 23, 24, 772. God omnipresent, 25, 26, 773. God omniscient, 25, 26, 29, 774. God, his wisdom, 27, 62. God holy and just, 28, 29. God the searcher of hearts, 29. God no respecter of per- sons, 30. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. God faithful, 31. God desires not the sin- ner's death, 185. God benevolent and mer- ciful, 17, 32, 88. God is love, 33, 38, 52, 58. God gracious to all, 34. God merciful, 17, 32, 35, 36, 46, 66. God, glory of, 37, 56, 57. God, praise to, 17,36,39, 40, 44—57. God the Creator and pre- server, 44—52, 60, 775. God to be praised at all times, 47, 52. God, the goodness of, 49, 51,53, 61, 619, 54. God, all creatures praise, 48. God the Redeemer, 45, 51 God all in all, 55. God glorious in the salva- tion of sinners, 56. God exalted above all praise, 57. God, works of, 58—64. God, all his works praise, 59, 62. God, providence of, 65 — 88. God the refuge of his children, 71. God our pleasure, 76. God our Shepherd, 79. God a present help in trouble, 74. God our Savior, 111. 633 God the safety of his peo- ple, 77. God our Father, 85. God the preserver of his people, 295. God reconciled in Christ, 348, 413. God true, 352. God, majesty and domin- ion of, 771, 772. God our light, trust, shield and reward, 858. God seen by faith, 40. Good tidings to all people, 778. Goodness, divine, praise for, 49. Goodness, divine, riches of, 61. Goodness,divine, aground of trust, 72. Goodness, divine, in the mission of Christ. 108. Gospel call, 182—247, 811—830. Gospel offered to all, 201. Gospel times, blessedness of, 351, 532. Gospel, spread of the, 532, 538, 548. Gospel, success of the, 536, 587,915,545,548, 538. Gospel, reasonableness of the, 12, 311. Grace, praise for, 87, 848. Grace, life the day of, 217, 218. Grar«, redeeming, 319. 634 Grace, inexhaustible, 189. Grace, prayer for, in trial, 974. Grace, supplication for, 285. Grace, the voice of free, 812. Grace, quickening, 973. Graces, Christian, prayed for, 289. Graces, love the chief of, 436. Gratitude for God's mer- cies, 851. Gratitude for the atone- ment, 346. Grave, the, 723. Grave, warning from, 726 Greenland's icy moun- tains, 537. Groanings unutterable, 378. Guidance of the Holy Spirit. 175. Guidance, prayer for, 178, 437. Guide through death to glory, Christ, 455. HABITUAL devotion, 393. Hallelujah universal 883. Hand, Christ's right, 992. Happiness of the Chris- tian, present, 209— 211. Happiness of the Chris- tian, future, 212. Happiness in the salvation of God, 365. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Hardness of heart lament- ed, 253. Harvest past, 237. Harvest hymns, 603, 933. Hatred of sin, 401, 421. Heaven, 748. Heaven, longing for, 447, 873. Heaven, view of, 741,993. Heaven, anticipation of, 745, 1005. Heaven, saints' employ in, 746, 1002. Heaven alone can satisfy the soul, 747. Heaven, the society of, 749. Heaven, friends in, 1001. Heaven, Sabbath, prepar- atory to, 505. Heaven, re-union of the good in, 1003, 1004. Heaven, bliss of, 740, 742, 743 999. Heavenly joy on earth, 367. Heart, hardness of la- mented, 253. Heart, give me thy, 190. Heart, the evil, 213. Heart, the contrite, 255. Heart, a new, prayed for, 251,275,300, 417. Heart, surrendering to God, 134 833. Help, God a present, in trouble, 74, 677. Hell, 750. Hiding-place, 334. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Hidings of God 's face, 395 Holiness, Christian, 446. Holiness, Spirit of, 800. Holiness, breathing after, 179. 423. Holiness and justice of God glorified, 847. Holiness, justice and mer- cy united, 333. Holy resolve, 920. Holy Spirit, 172—180, 793—804, 800. Holy Spirit, operations of the, 172. Holy Spirit, aid of the, 17fi Holy Spirit, the comfort- er, 177. Holy Spirit, prayer for the, 173,263,343,496,79.5- 798,802, 803, 831,930. Holy Spirit, praver to the, 174, 175,176, 178, 180, 181, 794. Holy Spirit, danger of his withdrawing, 228—230 Holy Spirit, invitation of the, 226. Holy Spirit shall not al- ways strive, 229, 801. Holy Spirit, joy in the, 363. Holy Spirit the earnest of heaven, 799. Holy Spirit, prayer for effusion of, 804. Holy Spirit on Pentecost day, 528. Holy Spirit, for return of the, 911. 635 Holy Spirit, prayer for at consecration of a church 930, 931. Home, sweet, of the saints 448, 997. Hope in God's mercy, 70. Hope encouraged, 403. Hope of heaven, 712. Hope in sickness, 672. Hope, lively, and gracious fear, 355. Hope in death, 782. Hosanna to Christ, 347. House, God found in his, 500, 501. House, God's presence sought in his, 767. House of God, delight in the, 769. House, my Father's, 1000. House of prayer conse- crated, 929. House, readiness to serve God in his, 504. Humility, 430. Humiliation, for a day of pubhc, 582, 957. Humiliation and exalta- tion of Christ, 154. IDOLATRY faning,889 Imitation of Christ in doing good, 664. Improving time, 704. Incarnation of Christ, 102 —113, 779. Inconstancy lamented, 291 409. I 636 INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Indwelling sin lamented, 259. Ingratitude to Christ, 166, 214. Intercession of Christ, 153, 156, 789. Interment of a pious fe- male, 984. Intolerance, religious, 695 Invitation, gospel, 188 — 208. ° ^ Invitation, Christ's, 191, 193, 194, 200. Invitation of the Spirit, 226. Invitation accepted, 832. Invitation to Jesus, 821. Inward conflict, 838. Israel, prayer for, 553. Israel, salvation of, 888. JESUS lives, 357. Jesus shall reign, 529. Jews, pleading for conver- sion of, 554. Journey of life, recollec- tions on, 452. Joy in Christ's victory, 140. Joy in the mission of Christ, 107. Joy of conversion, 360, 361. Joy for salvation, 362. Joy in the Holy Spirit, 363. Joy, heavenly, on earth, 367. Joy, return of, 404. Joy in God's house, 500, 501. Joy in heaven at a sinner's conversion, 583. Joy in admission to Chris- tian privileges, 922. Jubilee, the gospel, 186. Jubilee, song of, 530. Jubilee, the year of, 811. Judgment, 731— 737, 990, 991, 705. Justification and sanctifi- cation, 364. KEDRON, 785. Kingdom and church of Christ, 528—597. Kingdom of Christ, 534, 881. LAMB, Christ the, 320. Lamb, tribute to the, 136. Latter day glory, 892. Law of God, delight in the, 382. Learning of Christ, 860. Leper healed, £07. Liberality, 661, 663. Life, the day of grace, 217, 826. Life, uncertainty of, 217- 230. Life, shortness and misery of, 223. Life a time of trial, 232. Life a desert, 465. Life and death in God's hands, 673. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. 637 Light, divine, breaking into the soul, 853. Litany, a, 192. Living by faith, 372. Living near to God, 379. Living to Christ, 388. Living waters, 819. Longing for Zion, 448, 477, 479, 873, 993. Look to Jesus, 197, 822. Looking upwards in trial, 956. Lord's Supper, 513—527. Lord 's Supper, institution of, 514. Lord's prayer, 875. Love of God in creation, 58. Love of Christ to men, 124, 125,141,345,391, 324, 328, 350, 381. Love to the brethren, 142, 432—434, 522. Love to Christ, 385, 390, 522. Love, redeeming, 350. Love, fruits of, 431. Love, brotherly, 434. Love to the church, 499, 500. Love the chief of the graces, 436. Love, importance and in- fluence of, 438. Love to Christ at his ta- ble, 522. Lovest thou me? 387, 397. Loving kindness of Christ, 328. MAJESTY and domin ion of God, 771, 772 Man fading and reviving, 706. Man dependent on God, 75, 608. Man, frailty of, 224, 679. Mansions in heaven, 467. Marriage, 645, 646. Martyrs, death of, 906. Means of grace, 483—527, 876—880. Meditation and retire ment, 427. Meditation on God's love, 683. Meditations on future glory, 474. Member, a new, admitted, 589, 591. Mercy-seat, 790, 814. Mercy of God praised , 88. Mercv of God, supplica- tion for, 270—302. Mercy of God, hope in the, 70. Mercy of God, prayer for, 80, 270, 278. 290, 303, 412,280,298,299. Mercy of God for sinners, 194. Mercies, praise to God for, 46, 53. Mercies of God unutter- able. 35. Mercies, reviewing of, 489 Mercies, gratitude for, 851 Mercies renewed morning and evening, 612, 619 638 Message, angels', to the shepherds, 103. Messenger of mercy, Christ the, 106. Messiah, 102. Midnight thoughts recol- lected, 641. Millennium, 916. Minister and people, prayer for, 498. Minister, farewell charge of a, 564. Minister, at ordination of a, 565. Minister, at installation of a, 571. Minister, at settlement of a, 572. Minister, praise upon ob- taining a, 573. Minister, dangerous ill- ness of a, 575. Minister, funeral of a faithful, 577. Minister, death of a, 903, 904, 905. Ministers or theological students, 555. Ministers, destitution of, 556. Ministers, prayer of, 559. Ministers, prayer for, 569, 574, 576. Ministers, meetings of,899 Ministers, their strength, office and reward, 900. Ministerial love, 557. Ministerial fidelity, prayer for, 561. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Ministry of angels, 63. Ministry, gospel, from Christ, 566. ' Ministry of Christ, 114 — 121. Miracle of grace, 325. Miracles of Christ, 119, 781. Miracles, spiritual, 277. Mission of Christ, 106— 112. Missions, prayer for suc- cess of, 541, 543. Missions, domestic, prayer for, 894. Missionaries, scarcity of, 542. Missionaries encouraged, 544. Missionaries, farewell to, 550. Missionaries, farewell of, 551,887. Missionaries, departure of, 886, 552. Missionaries, ordination of, 552. Missionary field, 537. Missionary labors, 882. Missionary associations, 540. Missionary hymns., 540 — 554, 881—895. Morning, 622, 939, 942, 943. Morning, emblematic of eternal day, 617. Morning, resolutions in the, 621. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. 639 Morning prayer for pro- leclion, 62U. Morning songs, 611, 613, 614, 616, 618. Morning and evening, 612,615,619, 940,941. Morning prayer, 623. Moses and the Lain b, song of, 914. Mount Zion, 744, 448, 997, 533. Mounts, the three, 861. Mourning under darkness, 418. NAME of Jesus above every other, 330. Names and character of Christ, 161—171. National security from God, 686. National occasions, 968 — 972- National confession and prayer, 692. National prosperity, praise for, 968, 969. National foes, preserva- tion against, 970. National gratitude and holiness, 971. National blessings and af- flictions, 685—695. Nature, all, praise God, 58-62. Nature, a new, prayed for, 251,275,300,417. Nature corrupt from Adam, 89, 90. New members, adrrfssion of, 589—592. New members, declara tion of, 919. New Year, hymns for, 607, 610, 932. Night, the, cometh, 234. Not ashamed of Christ, 442, 923. Now the day of grace, 826. Now the accepted time, 182, 230, 218. Numbering our days, 705. OBEDIENCE,the bless- ings of, 210. Old tilings passed away, 307, 215. Old age, 656. Omnipotence of God, 23, 24, 772. Omniscience of God, 25, 26, 29, 774. Omnipresence of God, 25, 26, 773. Opening a place of wor- ship, 595, 597. Opportunities, neglected, 262. Ordination prayer, 568. Original sin, 89, 90. Orphans, prayer for, 955. PANTING for God, 389, 422. Pardon, 414. Pardon, prayer for, 288. Pardon, offer of, 359. 640 INT)EX OF SUBJECTS. Partiitg, 649, 650, 651, 871. Parting with all for Christ, 269. Parting with carnal joys, .310. Particular occasions and circumstances. 598-695 Paschal Lamb, 170, 171. Passion of Christ, 122— 141, 788. Passover, Christ our. 513. Pastor, church seeking a, 570. Pastor's wish for his peo- ple, 563. Pattern, Christ our, 114 — 117. Peace, prayer for, 689, 690. Peace, my, I give unto vou. 279. Penitence, 274, 831—835. Penitence, prayer for, 252. Penitence at the cross, 841. Penitent, the, 257. Penitent, the. seeking par- don, 270—272. Penitent, the Scriptures consolatory to, 11. Penitent, the, pardoned, 283. Penitent, the rest for the weary, 912. Penitential sighs, 256, Pentecost day, 528. People of God safe, 77, 471, 964. People, prayer of, for their minister, 574. Perseverance desired, 419, 924. Physician, Christ the, 168, 169. Pilgrim's song. 854. Pilgrim's evening ode, 456 Pilgrimage, the Chrisiian, 447. 4d1. Plea of the sinner, 294. Pleading with God, under affliction, 464. Pleading Christ's promi- ses, 276. Pleading the atonement, 297. Pleading for mercy, 280, 298. Poor man's prayer, 862. Portion of the soul, God the, 286, 287. Portion of the believer, Christ the, 342. Praise to God, 44 — 57, 767—771. Praise to the Savior. 119- 160, 340, 349, 353. Prayer, 483. Praver of the dying sin- ner, 284. Prayer answered by cross- es, 445. Prayer, an exhortation to, 484. Prayer for the Spirit's in- fluence, 173, 263. 343, 496.795-798,802,803, 831, 930. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Prayer importunate, pre- valent, 485 Prayer for minister and people, 498. Prayer, private, 486. Prayer, social, 488. Prayer for the divine pres- ence, 492. Prayeth, behold he, 487. Preciousness of Christ, 3:29, 373 386. Prepare to meet thy God, 239. Presence of God is light, 472. Presence of God sought in his house, 767. Presence of God implored, 492. Preserver of his people, God the, 295. Preservation, praise for, 45, 47, 85. Prodigal, repenting, 205. Promises of God, trust in, 78. Promises of Christ plead- ed, 276. Promises of Christ pre- cious, 874. Prospects of success, 535. Prospects of faith, glori- ous, 371. Prosperity of sinners cursed, 94. Protection from spiritual foes, 425. Prophecies fulfilled in Christ, 138. 641 Providence of God, G5-88. Providence, volume of, 65. Providence in traveling, 81 Providence, dark, 82. Providence, trust in, 84. Providence consolatory, 8f>. Providence wise and mer- ciful, 66, 86, 88. Providence, blessings of, 87 Providence of God to all, 67. Public and national bless- ings and afflictions, 685 —695. Public worship, a blessing on, 768. Public humiliation in af- fliction, 957. QUICKEMNG ^race, prayer for, 973. Quickening Spirit, 797. RACE, the Christian, 857, 859. Ransomed Spirit, 996. Ravens, Elij;ih fed by, 83. Reasonableness of the gos- pel, 12, 311. Recollections on the jour- ney of life, 452. Reconciliation in Christ, 348, 413. Recovering from sickness, 678, 662. Reception, right of God's word, 560. 642 INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Redeemer, my, I know that he liveth, 158. Redeemer, praise to the, .337. 340,349, 353. Redeemino- grace. 319. Redeeming love, 350. Redemption, praise for, 45, 51, 135, 137—140. Redemption finished, 139. Redemption by Christ alone, 322. Reformation festival, 963 -967. Refreshing from on high, 586. Refuge of his children, God the, 71. Refuge, Jesus our, 167, 306. 469. Regeneration, 215, 300, 307, 417, 275. Reign, universal, of Christ, 529, 531, 881. Rejoicing in hope, 453- Release, by death, 481, 983. Relieving Christ in his members. 665. Religion, 211, 865, 813. Religion, advantages of, in youth, 652. Relio-ion, blessings of, 210 —212, 370. Religion, family, 660. R.eligion the chief con- cern, 813. Remember me, 849. R-e member thy Creator, 954. Remembering Christ at his table, .51 3, 879. Renewed heart, prayer for a. 251, 275. 300, '41 7. Repentance, 249, 250, 266. Repentance at the cross, 267. Request, humble, 497. Rest, the promised, prayed for, 296. Rest for the weary peni- tent, 912. Rest, the heavenly, 994. Resignation, 429, 868. Resignation from Christ's example, 117. Resolve, the successful, 216 Resolve, the holy, 920. Resurrection, the, 727 — 730,989-992. Resurrection of Christ, 144—152. Resurrection, longing for the, 727. Resurrection, assurance of, 728. Resurrection, hope in the, 729 Resurrection of the just, 730. Retirement, religious,375, 427. Retiring, thoughts upon, 635. Return of the ^p'w'M- 911. Return of joy, 404. Returning to Zion, 891. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Re-union of the good in heaven, 1003, 1004. Revivals, 907—916. Revivals, prayer for, 580, 588, 907,909, 910. Righteous, blessedness of the, 212,468. River of God, 998. Road, the broad, 817. Rock of ages, 164. Room at the g'ospel feast, 184, 195, 198. SABBATH, the, 624, 625, 937. Sabbath preparatory to heaven, 505. Sabbath, sweetness of, 506, 937. Sabbath commemorative of the resurrection, 507. Sabbath, welcome to the, 936. Sabbath morning, 626 — 628, 935. Sabbath evening,638, 639, 938. Sacramental hymns, 513- 527, 879, 880. Safety in God, 77, 471, 964 Saints' sweet home, 997 Saints in heaven, 1002. Salvation of God, happi- ness in the, 365. Salvation through Christ, 303-354, 841-850, 315, 322. Salvation by grace, 316, 317, 321, 338. 843 Salvation by faith, 318, 842. Salvation for Jew and Gentile, 339. Salvation, joy for, 362. Salvation in the cross, 132. Salvation offered to all, 201. Sanctification and pardon, 364, 834. Savior, praise to the, 113. Savior, a dying, 125, 126. Savior, love of the, 124. Savior, crowned, 845. Scoffer, the, 236. Scriptures, 1 — 13, (see Bi- ble.) Scriptures, inspired, 1 — 3. Scriptures, usefulness of, 8 Scriptures, instruction from, 9. Scriptures consolatory, 11 Sea, the, obedient to God, 961. Seamen, 960—962. Seamen, prayer for, 960. Seasons ordered by God, 598. Seasons crowned with goodness, 599. Seasons, Jesus seen in the, 600. Security and comfort in God in affliction, 658. Seeking all in Christ, 281. Seeking a better country, 451. Self-examination,402, 864 Self-dedication, 921. 644 INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Seriousness, a prayer of, [ 248. Sermon, before, 492, 494, 495. Shepherd, God our, 79, 855. Shepherd, Christ the kind, 7«3. Sick-bed devotion, 674. Sick-bed reflections, 675. Sickness, consolation in, 676, 681. Sickness, hope in, 672. Sickness, recovering from, \ 678, 682. I Sickness and affliction,: 956-959. ' Sickness and death, 233. Sin, original, 89, 90. Sin, deceitfuhiess of, 91. Sin, evil of, 213—215. Sin, confession of, 254, 258 Sin bewailed, 265. Sin, conversion from, joy of, 360, 361. Sin the sting of death, 700 Sin, hatred of, 401, 421. Sin, Christ came to de- stroy, 107. Sin, indwelling, lament- ed, 259. Sin, deliverance from, 301 Sinner weighed and found wanting, 235. Sinner, the thoughtless, converted, 261 . Sinner, helpless, 216. Sinner entreated to awake 98, 187, 820, 824, 828. Sinners, joy in heaven at conversion of, 583. Sinners, conversion of, 584. Sinners invited to Christ, 98. 187. 192, 193. Sinners saved by Christ, 56. Sinners, prosperity of, cursed, 94. Sinners received by Christ 844. Sinners, God desires not the death of, 185. Sinners, weary, invitation to, 840. Sinners urged to hasten their salvation, 218. Sinners, the misery and danger of, 243. Sloth, spiritual, deprecat- ed, 410. Social meetings, 896-906. Soldier, the Christian, 415, 462. Song, the everlasting, 739 Song of Moses and the Lamb, 914. , Songs of praise, 770. I Sons of God, privileges of the, 368. Sorrow for the sufteringa of the Savior, 133. Soul, the value of the, 64. Soul happy on a death- bed, 475. Soul thirsting after God, 420. Sov/ing in tears, 460, 995. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Special occasions, 932 — 955. Spirit (see Holy Spirit.) Spiritual declension, 396. Spiritual-mindedness.426. Spiritual miracles. 277. Spring, 601, 602. Stability, Christian, 927. Star of Bethlehem, Christ the, 101. Star, morning, 162, 163. Sting of deatl), sin, 700. Stoiin, deliverance in a, 962. Strength, prayer for, 175, 176, 178. Submission, 435. Substitute, Christ our, 126, 127. Success, prospects of, 535. Success of the gospel, prayer for, 536, 538, 915, 545, 548, 587. Suflerings of the Savior, 126, 122—142. SutFerings of tjie Savior, sorrow for the, 133. Summer, a harvest hymn, 603. Sunday Schools, 668-671. Sunday Schools, celebra- tion of 668. Supper of the Lord, 513 —527. Supplication for divine mercy, 270—302, 836 —840. Supplication for God's grace, 265. 645 Support in God in afflic- tion, 959. Surety, Christ our, 157. Surrender, the, 305. Surrendering the heart to Christ, 134, 833. Sympathy of angels. 608. Synods and Conferences, 898. TAKING up the cross, 925. Teachings of Jesus, 780. Temperaiice, 973 — 977. Temperance, praise for increase of, 977. Temperance meetings. 976 Temptations, the world's three chief, 95. Terror turned to joy, 268. Thanksgiving, 43. Thanksgiving, national or public, 685. Thanksgiving for the gift of Christ, 843. Theological students or ministers, 555. Thief, the converted, 206. Thirsting for God, 420. Thoughts, wandering, 408 ! Thoughts upon retiring, 635. Thoughts of death at night, 636. Thoughts, midnight, re- collected, 641. Time, the accepted, 182, 218, 230. Time, shortness of, 227. 646 INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Time, improvement of, 704. Times and seasons, God orders, 934. To-day. 218. Tolling bell, 699. Tomb, the voice of the, 701. Transfiguration of Christ, 118, 784. Travelinof, God our pro- lector in, 81. Treasure, the word of God a, 4. Treasure in heaven, 220. Trial, prayer for grace in, 974. Trial, looking upwards in, 956. j Tribute to the Lamb, 135, 1 136. i Trinity, the, 41—43, 805: —807. Trinity, doctrine and use of, 41. Trinity, praise to, 42, 43, i 806. I Trinity, prayer to, 805. Trinity, worship of, 807. I Triumph of Christ overt death, 149. Triumphs of the gospel, 545. Trouble, God a present help in, 74. 677. Trust, God our only, 88, 473. Trust, divine goodness a ground of, 72. Trust in the promises of God, 78. Trust in Jesus, 241, .303, 306. Trust in the providence of God, 80, 81. 84. Trust in God under dark- ness, 816. Trusting in God, 312. Trusting in God, the sin- ner, 309. Turn again, 203. Types of Christ, 170. UNCERTAINTY of life, 217—230. Union with Christ, 384. Union of saints on earth, in he;iven, 896. Uniting with the church, 918. Unity of God, 18. Universal hallelujah, 883. Universal praise, exhorta- tion to, 895. Universal reign of Christ, 529, 531, 881. Uprightness required in rulers, 694. TTANITY of life, 217— ▼ 230. Vanity of earthly things, 97,225. 829. Vanity of man, as mortal, 702. Victorv over death, 707. Victory of Christ. 147. Visiting a friend, 648. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Voice of free grace, 81Q. Voice of warning, 830. Voice of the tomb, 701. V^oyage, the Christian, 457 WALKING with God, 416. Wanderer invited to re- turn, 203. Wandering thousrhts, 408. War. in time of, "687, 688. Warfare, the Christian, 411, 415. Warniniz; from the grave, 726.701. Warning, a voice of, 830. Watch and pray, 815. Watching for souls, 567. Watchfulness. 439, 463 Way, the narrow, 450. Wav, the truth and the life, Christ, 121. Ways, God's wise and good, 68. Ways, God's, incompre- hensible, 69. Weary sinners, 840. Weep not, 988. Wedding hymns, 645, 646 Welcome to Jesus, 183, 192. Welcome to the gospel feast, 184, 191, 51S. Welcome to Christian friends, 647. ■ Welcome to young con- ; verts, 592. : Welcoming the cross, 444. ' Wl>eat and tares, 581. i 43 647 Whitsunday, 793. Wicked, misery of the, 212. Will ye also go away ? 405 Winning souls to Christ, 558. Winter, 606. Witness of the. Spirit prayed for, 293. Wisdom of God, 27, 62. Word of God, (see Bible and Scriptures.) Word of God a treasure, 4 Word of God. glory of the, 10. Word of God restored, 965. Word of God, power of the, 979. Word of God, right re- ception of, prayed for, 560. Work while it is dav, 827. Works of God. 58—64. Works of God all praise him, 59. World's three chief temp- tations, 95. World, end of the, 96. World, conversion from the, prayed for, 527, 546 World, vanity of the, 97, 829, 225. World renounced, 443. World, Christ proclaimed to the, 549. Worldling, the rich, 219. Worship, delight in, 490, 504. 648 Worship, happiness of, 491. 502. Worship, for public, 493- 495, 768. Worship, preparation for, 503. Wrestling with God, 440. YEAR of Jubilee, 811. Young, a call to the, 653. Yonnor, the Bible the guide of the, 952 Young invited to Christ, 199. Youth and judgment, 246. Youth, advantages of re- ligion in, 652. INDEX OF SUBJECTS. Youth, importance of edu- cating, 666. Youth instructed, 667. ZEAL, true and false, 863. Zion, city of God, 533, 744, 448, 997. Zion, God entreated for, 582. Zion triumphant, 884. Zion, Gentiles returning to, 891. [9G7. Zion, God the defence of, Zion, longing for. 448, 477, 479, 873, 993. Zion's increase, prayer for, 893. INDEX OF FIRST LLNES. The figures express the numbers of the Hymns as they are arranged. ABSURD and vain attempt to bind, 695 According to thy gracious word 513 Acquaint thyself quickly, O sinner,. . . .Duncan, 823 Affliction is a stormy deep, Cotton, 461 Affain the Lord of life and light, Mrs. Barbauld, 935 Ah, what can I, a sinner, do, . 262 Ah, whither should I ^o, 836 Alas ! ah^s ! how blind I've been, 261 Alas ! and did my Savior bleed, Walts, 133 All glory to the eternal Three, 764 All hail the power of Jesus' name, . . . .Duncan, 845 All-powerful, self-existent God, 21 All ye who laugh and sport with death, 236 Almighty Father, gracious Lord, Steele, 87 Almighty God, thy word is cast, 560 Almitrhty God, thy piercing eye, Beddome. 774 Almighty Sov'reign of the skies, 969 Alas 1 what hourly dangers rise, . . . .Mrs. Steele, 975 All ye, who grace inherit, 1U23 Amazing sight, the Savior stands, 200 Amazing grace, how sweet the sound, C. Wesley, 848 Amidst a world of hopes and fears, 178 Amid the splendors of thy state, . . . .Mrs. Steele, 38 Am I a soldier of the cross, Watts, 462 Am I caird, and can it be,. Wesley, 8.H2 And am I born to die, 231 And am I only born to die, 232 And are we yet alive, Hayward. 899 And art thou with us, gracious Lord, 78 And is the gospel peace and love, Steele, 120 And let our bodies part, 649 And let this feeble body fail, C. Wesley, 470 650 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. And must this body die, Watts, 709 And now another day is past, 944 And didst thou, Jesus, condescend,. .Cu?-fis's Col. 781 And shall we still be slaves, 1.30 And will the great eternal God, 595 And will the Judge descend, Doddridge, 751 And will the Lord thus condescend, Steele, 202 And wilt thou yet be found, J^^eicton, 838 Angel, roll the rock away, . .> Gibbon. 145 Angel from the realms of glory, . . Steele, 778 Another day is past, Curtis, 94f) Another fleeting day has gone, 630 Another six days' work is done, ...... Stennett, 624 Arise, my soul, arise, C. Wesley, 157 Arise, my soul, with rapture rise,.. .Montgomery, 939 Arise, my soul, my joyful powers, Watts, 425 Arm of the Lord, awake, awake, Grant. 893 As much have 1 of worldly good, Conder, 862 As on the cross the Savior hunff Stennett, 206 As pants the heart for cooling springs 422 As the eagle fondly hovers, Paul Gerhart, 85 Astonished and distressed, 213 Aspire my heart on high to live, Hitler, 220 A safe stronghold our God is still, Luther. 964 Assembled at thy great command, CoUyer, 540 Author of life and bliss, 137 Awake, awake, my sluggish soul,. . Heginbolliavi. 234 Awake, my soul, and with the sun, 621 Awake, my soul, in joyful lays, Medley, 328 Awake, my soul, stretch ev'ry nerve, Doddridge. 857 Awake and sing the song, Hammond, 914 Awake, our souls, away our fears, Boioring, 859 Away from ev'ry mortal care, Watts, 503 BACKSLIDERS, who your misery feel, .... 407 Band of brethren, who,. . . .S. S. Schmucker, 555 Before Jehovah's awful throne Watts, 44 Before thy throne, Almighty Pow'r, . .. ^Fi?ic/;e//, 568 Behold a stranger at the door, Gregg, 204 Behold ! long wish'd for spring is come, 602 INDEX OF FIRST LINES. 651 Behold! O Israel's God, 655 Behold, the blind their sight receive, .... Walls. 1 19 Bfhold the expected time draw near, Take, 535 Behold the amazing sight 341 Behold the Savior of mankind, 1 124 Behold the man, how heavy lay,. . . .B. Muenter^ 787 iiehold, the mountain of the Lord, IVatis, 893 Behold the morning sun, Watts. 979 Behold what condescendinor love, Faxvcett, 510 Behold where in a mortal form, Enfield, 115 Beneath our feet and o'er our head, hhber. 7-2G Beside the gospel pool, J\''eict