The Psalms of David ‎#P123

P123. O Thou whose Grace and Justice reign

1 O Thou whose Grace and Justice reign,
Enthron'd above the Skies,
To Thee our Hearts would tell their Pain,
To Thee we lift our Eyes.

2 As Servants watch their Master's Hand,
And fear the angry Stroke;
Or Maids before their Mistress stand,
And wait a peaceful Look:

3 So for our Sins we justly feel
Thy Discipline, O GOD;
Yet wait the gracious Moment still,
Till thou remove thy Rod.

4 Those that in Wealth and Pleasure live,
Our daily Groans deride,
And thy Delays of Mercy give
Fresh Courage to their Pride.

5 Our Foes insult us, but our Hope
In thy Compassion lies;
This Thought shall bear our Spirits up,
That GOD will not despise.

Text Information

• First Line: O Thou whose Grace and Justice reign
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1740
• Scripture:
  Psalm 123
• Topic: Afflicted: Submission to them; Pleading: without repining; Resignation; Submission

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