CXXXIX. Let ev'ry tongue thy goodness speak

1 Let ev'ry tongue thy goodness speak,
Thou sov'reign Lord of all;
Thy strength'ning hands uphold the weak,
And raise the poor that fall.

2 When sorrows bow the spirits down,
Our virtues lies distrest
Beneath the proud oppressor's frown,
Thou giv'st the mourner rest.

3 Thou know'st the pains thy servants feel;
Thou hear'st thy children's cry,
And their best wishes to fulfil,
Thy grace is ever nigh.

4 Thy mercy never shall remove
From men of heart sincere;
Thou sav'st the souls whose humble love
Is join'd with holy fear.

5 My lips shall dwell upon thy praise,
And spread thy fame abroad!
Let all the sons of Adam raise
The honours of their God.

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First Line: Let ev'ry tongue thy goodness speak
Language: English
Publication Date: 1791
Topic: Rejoicing
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