Book of Worship (Rev. ed.) ‎#419

419. With tears of anguish I lament

1 With 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 every sin!

3 How long, dear Saviour, shall I feel
These strugglings in my breast?
When wilt Thou bow my stubborn will,
And give my conscience rest?

4 Break, sov'reign Grace, oh, break the charm,
And set the captive free:
Reveal, Almighty God, Thine arm,
And haste to rescue me.

Text Information

• First Line: With tears of anguish I lament
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1870
• Topic: Christians: their life and experience; Confession of Sin
• Notes: Author from index: Stennett

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