A Selection of Hymns for Public Worship. In four parts (10th ed.) (Gadsby's Hymns) ‎#733

733. "Out of the heart proceed evil thoughts"

1 Astonished and distressed,
I turn my eyes within;
My heart with loads of guilt oppressed,
The seat of every 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 tyrant-lusts subdue;
Expel the darkness of my mind,
And all my powers renew.

4 This done, my cheerful voice
Shall loud hosannas raise;
My soul shall glow with gratitude,
My lips proclaim thy praise.

Text Information

• First Line: Astonish'd and distress'd
• Title: "Out of the heart proceed evil thoughts"
• Meter: S. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1844

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