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CCLXXV. Divine grace implored

1 The God who once to Israel spoke
From Sinai's top, in fire and smoke,
In gentler strains of gospel grace,
Invites us now to seek his face.

2 Hark! how from Calvary it sounds;
From the Redeemer's bleeding wounds;
"Pardon and grace I freely gave,
Poor sinner, look to me and live."

3 What other arguments can move
The heart that slights a Saviour's love!
Yet till Almighty pow'r constrain,
This matchless love is preach'd in vain.

4 O Saviour,let that pow'r be felt,
And cause each stony heart to melt!
Deeply impress upon our youth
The light and force of gospel truth.

5 How will they else thy presence bear,
When as a Judge thou shalt appear;
When slighted love to wrath shall turn
And the whole earth like Sinai burn!

Text Information

• First Line: The God who once to Israel spoke
• Title: Divine grace implored
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1799
• Topic: Prayer for grace

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