A Selection of Hymns ‎#XLIV

XLIV. The Usefulness of the Scriptures

1 When Israel thro' the desert pass'd,
A fiery pillar went before,
To guide them thro' the dreary waste,
And lessen the fatigue they bore.

2 Such is thy glorious word, O God,
'Tis for our light and guidance given;
It sheds its lusture all abroad,
And points the path to bliss and heaven.

3 It fills the soul with sweet delight,
And quickens its inactive powers,
It sets our wandering footsteps right,
Displays thy love, and kindles ours.

4 Its promises rejoice our hearts,
Its doctrines are divinely true;
Knowledge and pleasure it imparts,
It comforts, and instructs us too.

5 Ye British isles, who have this word,
Ye saints, who feel its saving power,
Unite your tongues to praise the Lord,
And his distinguish'd grace adore.

Text Information

• First Line: When Israel thro' the desert pass'd
• Title: The Usefulness of the Scriptures
• Author: Beddome
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1792
• Scripture:
  Psalm 19
• Topic: Scripture: The Properties; Pilar of fire; Scriptures: Their usefulness
• Notes: Public Domain.

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