Psalter Hymnal (Red) ‎#6

6. My Righteous God, Who Oft of Old

1 My righteous God, who oft of old
Hast saved from troubles manifold,
Give answer when I call to Thee,
Be gracious now and hear my plea.

Refrain:
O who will show us any good?
Exclaims the troubled multitude;
But lift on us, O God of grace,
The cheering brightness of Thy face.

2 How long, O men, will ye defame,
How long my glory turn to shame,
How long will ye vain follies prize,
How long pursue deceit and lies? [Refrain]

3 But know, the Lord has set apart
The man of godly life and heart
To be His favored one for aye;
Jehovah hears me when I pray. [Refrain]

4 In reverence wait, from sin depart,
In meditation calm your heart;
Hold fast the right, be true and just,
And in Jehovah put your trust. [Refrain]

5 More joy from Thee has filled my heart
Than great abundance could impart;
I lay me down to peaceful sleep,
For Thou, O Lord, dost safely keep. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: My righteous God, who oft of old
• Title: My Righteous God, Who Oft of Old
• Refrain First Line: O who will show us any good?
• Meter: L. M. with Refrain
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1934
• Scripture:
  Psalm 4
• Topic: Evening; Trust

Tune Information

• Name: EVENING HYMN
• Arranger: Hubert P. Main, 1839-1925
• Meter: L. M. with Refrain
• Key: D Major