A New Selection of Hymns; designed for the use of conference meetings, private circles, and congregations, as a supplement to Dr. Watts' Psalms and Hymns ‎#10

10. When Zion's sons, Great God, appear

1 When Zion's sons, Great God! appear
In Zion's court for praise and pray'r;
Then in thy Spirit, deign to be
As one with those who worship thee.

2 Till thou shalt o'er the waters move,
'Twill but a barren season prove;
Lifeless and cold will be the song,
The preacher dull, the service long.

3 Without thine over shad'wing wings,
No sweets the gospel message brings;
Fetter'd the herald's tongue appears,
Till his great master's feet he hears.

4 Winds, from the north and south, awake,
Take of the things of Jesus, take;
Diffuse thy kind celestial dew,
Bring pardon, peace, and healing too.

5 Confirm the weak and feeble knees,
Unfold the gospel promises;
The truth we hear, do thou apply,
Nor let a waiter's fleece be dry.

6 Then shall we count the season dear,
To those who speak or those who hear;
And all conspire with sweet accord,
In hymns of joy, to praise the Lord.

Text Information

• First Line: When Zion's sons, Great God, appear
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1812
• Notes: Public Domain.

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