Psalms of Grace ‎#127b

127b. Vainly Through the Night

1 Vainly through the night the ranger
keeps his watch, lest foes alarm;
Still the city lies in danger,
but for God's protecting arm.
Vain were all our toil and labor,
did not God that labor bless;
Vain, without His grace and favor,
ev'ry talent we possess.

2 Vainer still the hope of heaven
that on human strength relies;
but to him shall help be given,
who in humble faith applies.
Seek we then the LORD's Anointed;
He shall grant us peace and rest:
Ne'er was suppliant disappointed,
who through Christ his prayer address'd.

Text Information

• First Line: Vainly through the night the ranger
• Title: Vainly Through the Night
• Author: Harriet Auber (1929)
• Alterer: C. H. Spurgeon
• Meter: 8.7.8.7 D
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2022
• Scripture:
  Psalm 127

Tune Information

• Name: NETTLETON
• Meter: 8.7.8.7 D
• Key: C Major
• Source: Traditional American Melody