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Text: | A Penitential Hymn |
Author: | John Taylor |
God of mercy! God of love!
Hear our sad, repentant songs;
Listen to Thy suppliant ones,
Thou, to whom all grace belongs!
Deep regret for follies past,
Talents wasted, time misspent;
Hearts debased by worldly cares,
Thankless for the blessings lent;—
Foolish fears and fond desires,
Vain regrets for things as vain;
Lips too seldom taught to praise,
Oft to murmur and complain;—
These, and every secret fault,
Filled with grief and shame, we own;
Humbled at Thy feet we bow,
Seeking strength from Thee alone.
God of mercy! God of love!
Hear our sad, repentant songs;
O, restore Thy suppliant ones,
Thou to whom all grace belongs!
Text Information | |
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First Line: | God of mercy! God of love! |
Title: | A Penitential Hymn |
Author: | John Taylor |
Meter: | 7s. M. |
Language: | English |
Publication Date: | 1866 |