The Psalms of David ‎#CXVIIIc

CXVIIIc. CHRIST the Foundation of his Church

1 Behold the sure foundation-stone
Which God in Zion lays,
To build our heav'nly hopes upon,
And his eternal praise.

2 Chosen of God, to sinners dear,
And saints adore the name;
They trust their whole salvation here;
Nor shall they suffer shame.

3 The foolish builders, scribe and priest,
Reject it with disdain;
Yet on this rock the church shall rest,
And envy rage in vain.

4 What tho' the gates of hell withstood,
Yet must this building rise:
'Tis thy own work, almighty God,
And wondrous in our eyes.

Text Information

• First Line: Behold the sure foundation-stone
• Title: CHRIST the Foundation of his Church
• Meter: Common Metre
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1780

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