A Collection of Hymns and Prayers, for Public and Private Worship ‎#179

179. God of mercy! God of grace!

1 God of mercy! God of grace!
Hear our sad repentant songs.
O restore thy suppliant race,
Thou to whom all grace belongs!

2 Deep regret for follies past,
Talents wasted, time misspent;
Hearts debas'd by worldly cares,
Thankless for the blessings sent;

3 Foolish fears and fond desires,
Vain regrets for things as vain;
Lips too seldom taught to praise,
Oft to murmur and complain;

4 These, and ev'ry secret fault,
Fill'd with grief and shame we own.
Humbly at thy feet we lie,
Seeking pardon from thy throne.

5 God of mercy! God of grace!
Hear our sad repentant songs.
O restore thy suppliant race,
Thou, to whom our praise belongs!

Text Information

• First Line: God of mercy! God of grace!
• Meter: P. M. 7s.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1845
• Topic: Holy Spirit: Repentance
• Notes: Public Domain.

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