
Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 5 hymnals Lyrics: 1 O gracious God, forsake me not
When I am old and gray,
That unto those that follow me
I may Thy might display.
2 Thy perfect righteousness, O God,
The height of heaven exceeds;
O who is like to Thee, who hast
Performed such mighty deeds?
3 Thou who hast sent me many griefs
Wilt yet my soul restore,
And out of sorrow's lowest depths
Wilt bring me forth once more.
4 O turn again and comfort me,
My waning strength increase,
And for Thy faithfulness, O God,
My praise shall never cease.
5 Thou Holy One of Israel,
To Thee sweet songs I raise;
The soul Thou hast redeemed from death
Shall give Thee joyful praise.
Amen. Topics: Comfort; God Strength and Refuge; Prayer; Life in Christ Prayer and Intercession Scripture: Psalm 71:18-24 Used With Tune: MARTYRDOM (AVON) Text Sources: The Psalter, 1912
O Gracious God, Forsake Me Not