Psalms ‎#125b

125b. The Saint's Trial and Safety; or, moderated Afflictions

1 Firm and unmov'd are they,
That rest their souls on God:
Firm as the mount where David dwelt,
Or where the ark abode.

2 As mountains stood to guard
The city's sacred ground,
So God and his Almighty love
Embrace his saints around.

3 What tho' the Father's rod
Drop a chastising stroke,
Yet, lest it wound their souls too deep,
Its fury shall be broke.

4 Deal gently, Lord, with those
Whose faith and pious fear,
Whose hope and love, and ev'ry grace
Proclaim their hearts sincere.

5 Nor shall the tyrant's rage
Too long oppress the saint;
The God of Israel will support
His children, lest they faint.

7 But if our slavish fear
Will choose the road to hell,
We must expect our portion there,
Where bolder sinners dwell.

Text Information

• First Line: Firm and unmov'd are they
• Title: The Saint's Trial and Safety; or, moderated Afflictions
• Meter: Short Metre
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1793
• Scripture:
  Psalm 125

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