Doctor Watts's Imitation of the Psalms of David ‎#LXXXVb

LXXXVb. Salvation by Christ

1 Salvation is forever nigh
The souls that fear and trust the Lord;
And grace descending from on high
Fresh hopes of glory shall afford.

2 Mercy and truth on earth are met,
Since Christ the Lord came down from heaven;
By his obedience so complete
Justice is pleas'd, and peace is given.

3 Now truth and honour shall abound,
Religion dwell on earth again,
And heavenly influence bless the ground
In our Redeemer's gentler reign.

4 His righteousness is gone before,
To give us free access to GOD;
Our wandering feet shall stray no more,
But mark his steps, and keep the road.

Text Information

• First Line: Salvation is forever nigh
• Title: Salvation by Christ
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1785
• Scripture:
  Psalm 85:9-13

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