The Psalms of David ‎#55a

55a. Forgiveness of Sins upon Confession

1 O blessed Souls are they
Whose Sins are cover'd o'er!
Divinely blest, to whom the Lord
Imputes their Guilt no more.

2 They mourn their Follies past,
And keep their Hearts with Care;
Their Lips and Lives, without Deceit,
Shall prove their Faith sincere.

3 While I conceal'd my Guilt,
I felt the fest'ring Wound;
Till I confess'd my Sins to thee,
And ready Pardon found.

4 Let Sinners learn to pray,
Let Saints keep near the Throne;
Our Help in Times of deep Distress,
Is found in GOD alone.

Text Information

• First Line: O blessed Souls are they
• Title: Forgiveness of Sins upon Confession
• Meter: Short Metre
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1740
• Scripture:
  Psalm 32
• Topic: Blessings: of a person; Comfort: Holiness and Pardon; Confession: of Sin, Repentance and Pardon; Grace: without merit; Guilt of Conscience relieved; Justification free; Obedience: sincere; Repentance: Confession and Pardon; Sincerity

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