African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal ‎#326

326. What Various Hindrances We Meet

1 What various hindrances we meet
In coming to a mercy seat;
Yet, who that knows the worth of prayer
But wishes to be often there?

2 Prayer makes the darkened clouds withdraw;
Prayer climbs the ladder Jacob saw;
Gives exercise to faith and love;
Brings every blessing from above.

3 Restraining prayer, we cease to fight;
Prayer makes the Christian’s armor bright;
And Satan trembles when he sees
The weakest saint upon his knees.

4 Were half the breath oft vainly spent,
To heaven in supplication sent,
Our cheerful song would oftener be,
"Hear what the Lord has done for me."

Text Information

• First Line: What various hindrances we meet
• Title: What Various Hindrances We Meet
• Author: William Cowper, 1731-1800
• Meter: LM
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2011
• Scripture:
  Exodus 25:22
  ;
  Luke 11:1
• Topic: The Christian Life: Prayer and Intercession; Conflict; Faith; Prayer

Tune Information

• Name: QUEBEC
• Composer: Henry Baker, 1835-1910
• Meter: LM
• Key: F Major or modal