Author: Thomas Blacklock, 1721-1791 Hymnal: African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal #72 (2011) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Hymnal Title: African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal Lyrics: 1 Come, O my soul, in sacred lays;
Attempt thy great Creator’s praise.
But, O what tongue can speak His fame?
What verse can reach the lofty theme?
2 Enthroned amid the radiant spheres,
We glory like a garment wears;
To form a robe of light divine,
Ten thousand suns around Him shine.
3 In all our Maker’s grand designs,
Almighty power with wisdom shines;
His works, through all this wondrous frame,
Declare the glories of His name.
4 Raised on devotion’s lofty wing,
Do thou, my soul, His glories sing;
And let His praise employ thy tongue,
Till listening worlds shall join the song.
Amen. Topics: God the Father Majesty and Power; God Eternity and Power; Nature; Peace Scripture: Psalm 145 Languages: English Tune Title: HURSLEY
Come, O My Soul, in Sacred Lays