A Collection of Hymns and Prayers, for Public and Private Worship ‎#208

208. The Scriptures inspired

1 Father of mercies, in thy word
What endless glory shines!
Forever be Thy name ador'd
For these celestial lines.

2 Here may the wretched sons of want
Exhaustless riches find;
Riches above what earth can grant,
And lasting as the mind.

3 Here the fair tree of knowledge grows
And yields a free repast;
Sublimer sweets than nature knows
Invite the longing taste.

4 Here the Redeemer’s welcome voice
Spreads heav'nly peace around;
And life and everlasting joys
Attend the blissful sound.

5 O may these heav'nly pages be
My ever dear delight;
And still new beauties may I see,
And still increasing light!

6 Divine Instructor, gracious Lord!
Be thou forever near,
Teach me to love thy sacred word,
And view my Savior there.

Text Information

• First Line: Father of mercies, in thy word
• Title: The Scriptures inspired
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1845
• Topic: Means of Grace: The Word of God

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