Text: | Astonished and distressed |
Author: | Benjamin Beddome |
1 Astonished and distressed,
I turn my eyes within;
My heart with loads of guilt oppressed
The source of every sin.
2 What crowds of evil thoughts,
What vile affections there!
Envy and pride, deceit and guile,
Distrust and slavish fear.
3 Almighty King of saints!
These tyrant lusts subdue;
Drive the old serpent from his seat,
And all my powers renew.
4 This done,–my cheerful voice
Shall loud hosannas raise;
My heart shall glow with gratitude,
My lips be filled with praise.
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First Line: | Astonished and distressed |
Author: | Benjamin Beddome (1787) |
Language: | English |
Publication Date: | 1874 |