The Hymnbook ‎#422

422. The Steps of Those Whom He Approves

1 The steps of those whom He approves
Are ordered by the Lord;
And though they fall, held by His hand,
They yet shall be restored.

2 I have not seen, though since my youth
Full many years have fled,
The saint forsaken, nor beheld
His children begging bread.

3 The children of the merciful
Find blessings kept in store;
Depart from evil and do good,
And live forevermore.

4 Wait on the Lord and keep His way,
And then, by Him approved,
Thy heritage shall still remain
When sinners are removed.

5 Mark well the perfect, upright man,
As still his years increase;
Behold his life, and thou shalt see
His journey end in peace.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: The steps of those whom He approves
• Title: The Steps of Those Whom He Approves
• Meter: C. M.
• Publication Date: 1955
• Scripture:
  Psalm 37
• Topic: Discipleship; Faith; God: Providence; God: Strength and Refuge; Peace, Spiritual; Life in Christ: Peace
• Source: The Psalter, 1912

Tune Information

• Name: DOWNS
• Composer: Lowell Mason (1832)
• Meter: C. M.
• Key: E♭ Major
• Notes: Har. for this book, 1953