The Song Book of the Salvation Army ‎#658

658. Thy word is like a garden, Lord

1 Thy word is like a garden, Lord,
With flowers bright and fair;
And everyone who seeks may pluck
A lovely garland there.

2 Thy word is like a deep, deep mine;
And jewels rich and rare
Are hidden in its mighty depths,
For every searcher there.

3 Thy word is like a starry host;
A thousand rays of light
Are seen, to guide the traveller
And make his pathway bright.

4 Thy word is like an armoury,
Where soldiers may repair,
And find for life’s long battle-day
All needful weapons there.

5 O may I love thy precious word,
May I explore the mine,
May I its fragrant flowers glean,
May light upon me shine!

6 O may I find my armour there,
Thy word my trusty sword!
I’ll learn to fight with every foe
The battle of the Lord.

Text Information

• First Line: Thy word is like a garden, Lord
• Author: Edwin Hodder (1837-1904)
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1986
• Topic: Means of grace: Scriptures

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