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Text:Seeking GOD

LXIIId. Seeking GOD

1 My God, permit my tongue
This joy, to call thee mine;
And let my early cries prevail
To taste thy love divine.

2 My thirsty fainting soul
Thy mercy doth implore;
Not travellers in desart lands
Can pant for water more.

3 Within thy churches, LORD,
I long to find my place;
Thy pow'r and glory to behold,
And feel thy quick'ning grace.

4 For life without thy love
No relish can afford;
No joy can be compared to this,
To serve and please the LORD.

5 To thee I'll lift my hands,
And praise thee while I live;
Not the rich dainties of a feast,
Such food or pleasure give.

6 In wakeful hours at night
I call my God to mind;
I think how wise thy counsels are,
And all thy dealings kind.

7 Since thou hast been my help,
To thee my spirit flies,
And on thy watchful providence
My cheerful hope relies.

9 The shadow of thy wings
My soul in safety keeps;
I follow where my Father leads,
And he supports my steps.

Text Information
First Line: My God, permit my tongue
Title: Seeking GOD
Meter: Short Metre
Language: English
Publication Date: 1780
Scripture:
Notes: Public Domain.
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