Author: Martin Luther; R. Massie Hymnal: Rejoice in the Lord #134 (1985) Meter: 8.7.8.7.8.8.7 First Line: Out of the depths to thee I raise Lyrics:
1 Out of the depths to thee I raise
the voice of lamentation;
Lord, turn a gracious ear to me,
and hear my supplication;
if thou shouldst be extreme to mark
each secret sin and misdeed dark,
O who could stand before Thee?
2 To wash away the crimson stain
grace, grace alone prevaileth;
our works, alas! are all in vain;
in much the best life faileth:
for none can glory in thy sight,
all must alike confess thy might
and live alone by mercy.
3 Therefore my trust is in the Lord,
and not in mine own merit;
on him my soul shall rest: his word
upholds my fainting spirit;
him promised mercy is my fort,
my comfort, and my strong support;
I wait for it with patience.
4 What though I wait the live-long night,
and till the dawn appeareth,
my heart still trusteth in his might;
it doubteth not nor feareth:
so let the Israelite in heart,
born of the Spirit, do his part,
and wait till God appeareth.
Topics: Night Watches Scripture: John 3:7 Languages: English Tune Title: AUS TIEFER NOTH
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