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1 God is a Spirit, just and wise;
He sees our inmost mind.
In vain to heav'n we raise our cries,
And leave our souls behind.
2 Nothing but truth before his throne
With honor can appear.
The painted hypocrites are known
Through the disguise they wear.
3 Their lifted eyes salute the skies,
Their bending knees the ground;
But God abhors the sacrifice,
Where not the heart is found.
4 Lord! search my thoughts, and try my ways,
And make my soul sincere;
Then shall I stand before thy face,
And find acceptance there.
| Text Information | |
|---|---|
| First Line: | God is a Spirit, just and wise |
| Meter: | C. M. |
| Language: | English |
| Publication Date: | 1845 |
| Topic: | Of God: The Being and Perfections of God |
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