The Book of Worship ‎#166

166. Sweet is the work, my God, my King

1 Sweet is the work, my God, my King,
To praise Thy name, give thanks, and sing;
To show Thy love by morning light,
And talk of all Thy truth at night.

2 Sweet is the day of sacred rest;
No mortal cares shall seize my breast;
Oh may my heart in tune be found,
Like David's harp of solemn sound!

3 When grace has purified my heart,
Then I shall share a glorious part;
And fresh supplies of joy be shed,
Like holy oil to cheer my head.

4 Then shall I see, and hear, and know
All I desired or wished below;
And every power find sweet employ
In that eternal world of joy.

Text Information

• First Line: Sweet is the work, my God, my King
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1867
• Topic: The Sabbath
• Notes: Public Domain.

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