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552. From out the Depths I Cry, O Lord, to Thee

1 From out the depths I cry, O Lord, to thee;
Lord, hear my call.
I love thee, Lord, for thou dost heed my plea,
forgiving all.
If thou dost mark our sins, who then shall stand?
But grace and mercy dwell at thy right hand.

2 I wait for God, the Lord, and on his Word
my hope relies;
my soul still waits and looks unto the Lord
till light arise.
I look for him to drive away my night,
yea, more than watchmen look for morning light.

3 Hope in the Lord, ye waiting saints, and he
will well provide;
for mercy and redemption full and free
with him abide.
From sin and evil, mighty though they seem,
his arm almighty will his saints redeem.

Text Information
First Line: From out the depths I cry, O Lord, to thee
Title: From out the Depths I Cry, O Lord, to Thee
Meter: 10.4.10.4.10.10.
Language: English
Publication Date: 1990
Scripture:
Topic: Trust in God; Waiting upon God; The Christian Life: Forgiveness of Sins (2 more...)
Source: The Psalter, 1912; alt. 1961
Tune Information
Name: SANDON
Composer: Charles H. Purday (1860)
Meter: 10.4.10.4.10.10.
Key: F Major



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