Moravian Book of Worship ‎#746

746. Since We, Though Unworthy

1 Since we, though unworthy,
through electing grace,
‘mid your ransomed people
have obtained a place,
Lord, may we be faithful
to our cov'nant found,
to you, as our shepherd,
and your flock fast bound.

2 While we, deeply humbled,
own we’re oft to blame,
this remains our comfort,
you are still the same.
In you all the needy
have a friend most dear,
whose love and forbearance
unexampled are.

3 Hear then, dear Lord Jesus,
hear our earnest prayer,
grant your loving mercy,
keep us in your care.
All that is displeasing
unto you, forgive;
more to your name’s glory
may we henceforth live.

Text Information

• First Line: Since we, though unworthy
• Title: Since We, Though Unworthy
• Author: Frederick William Foster (1826, alt.)
• Meter: 6.5.6.5.D. Trochaic
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1995
• Scripture:
  John 10-11
  ;
  Colossians 3:12-17
  ;
  Hebrews 10:35-39
  ;
  Hebrews 13:8
• Topic: Prayer; Self-Examination; Steadfastness

Tune Information

• Name: BERTHELSDORF
• Meter: 6.5.6.5.D. Trochaic
• Key: B♭ Major
• Source: Herrnhut (c. 1735)
• Notes: Alternate setting, hymn 770; 141 A in 1891 Offices of Worship and Hymns