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Preparation for death

Meter: 6.6.8.6 Appears in 56 hymnals First Line: Preapare me, gracious God Lyrics: 1 Prepare me, gracious God, To stand before thy face; Thy spirit must the work perform, For it is all of grace. 2 In Christ's obedience clothe, And wash me in his blood: So shall I lift my head with joy, Among the sons of God. 3 Do thou my sins subdue, Thy sov'reign love make known; The spirit of my mind renew, And save me in thy son. 4 Let me attest thy pow'r Let me thy goodness prove, 'Till my full soul can hold no more Of everlasting love. Topics: Resurrection Prospect of Scripture: Matthew 24:44

Vanity of the world

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 27 hymnals First Line: In vain the giddy world inquires Lyrics: 1 In vain the giddy world inquires, Forgetful of their God, "Who will supply our vast desire, "Or shew us any good?" 2 Thro' the wide circuit of the earth Their eager wishes rove, In chace of honor, wealth, and mirth, The phantoms of their love. 3 But oft these shadowy joys elude Their most intense pursuit; Or if they seize the fancied good, There's poison in the fruit. 4 Lord, from this world call off my love, Set my affections right: Bid me aspire to joys above, And walk no more by sight. 5 O let the glories of thy face Upon my bosom shine: Assur'd of thy forgiving grace, My joys will be divine. Topics: World Vanity of Scripture: Psalm 4:6

Faith in Christ for pardon and sanctification

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 289 hymnals First Line: How sad our state by nature is! Topics: Faith And sanctification

Praise to the Redeemer

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 479 hymnals First Line: Plung'd in a gulfph of dark despair Lyrics: 1 Plung'd in a gulph of dark despair We wretched sinners lay, Without one cheerful beam of hope, Or spark of glimm'ring day. 2 With pitying eyes the Prince of grace Beheld our helpless grief; He saw, and (O amazing love!) He ran to our relief. 3 Down from the shining seats above With joyful haste he fled, Entered the grave in mortal flesh, And dwelt among the dead. 4 He spoil'd the pow'rs of darkness thus, And brake our iron chains; Jesus hath freed our captive souls From everlasting pains. [5 In vain the baffled prince of hell His cursed projects tries; We, that were doom'd his endless slaves Are rais'd above the skies.] [6 O for this love, let rocks and hills Their lasting silence break, And all harmonious human tongues The Saviour's praises speak.] 7 Yes, we will praise thee, dearest Lord, Our souls are all on flame; Hosanna round the spacious earth To thine adored name! 8 Angels, assist our mighty joys, Strike all your harps of gold; But when you raise your highest notes, His love can ne'er be told. Topics: Christ Praise to

The resurrection and ascension of Christ

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 144 hymnals First Line: Hosannas to the Prince of light Lyrics: 1 Hosannas to the Prince of light, That cloth'd himself in clay; Enter'd the iron gates of death, And tore the bars away! 2 Death is no more the king of dread, Since our Emmanuel rose; He took the tyrant's sting away, And spoil'd our hellish foes. 3 See how the Conqu'ror mounts aloft, And to his Father flies, With scars of honor in his flesh And triumph in his eyes. 4 There our exalted Saviour reigns, And scatters blessings down; Our Jesus fills the middle seat Of the celestial throne. [5 Raise your devotion, mortal tongues, To reach his bless'd abode; Sweet be the accents of your songs To our incarnate God. 6 Bright angels, strike your loudest strings, Your sweetest voices raise; Let heav'n and all created things Sound our Emmanuel's praise.] Topics: Christ His ascension; Christ His resurrection

Christ the best of Friends

Appears in 686 hymnals First Line: One there is, above all others Lyrics: 1 One there is, above all others, Well deserves the name of friend; His is love beyond a brother's, Costly, free, and knows no end: They who once His kindness prove, Find it everlasting love! 2 Which of all our friends, to save us, Could or would have shed their blood? But our Saviour dy'd to have us Reconcil'd in him to God. This was boundless love to bleed. Jesus is a friend indeed. 3 When He liv'd on earth abased, Friend of sinners was his name; Now, above all glory raised, He rejoices in the same: Still He calls them brethren, friends, And to all their wants attends. 4 Oh! for grace our hearts to soften! Teach us, Lord, at length to love; We, alas! forget too often, What a friend we have above: When to heav'n our souls are brought, We will love thee as we ought. Topics: Christ The best friend

The spirit of God insensibly withdrawn

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 17 hymnals First Line: A present God is all our strength Lyrics: 1 A present God is all our strength, And all our joy and hope; When he withdraws, our comforts die, And every grace must droop. 2 But flattering trifles charm our hearts To court their false embrace, Till justly this neglected friend Averts his angry face. 3 He leaves us and we miss him not; But go presumptuous on, Till baffled, wounded, and enslav'd, We learn that God is gone. 4 And what, my soul, can then remain One ray of light to give? Sever'd from him, their better life, How can his children live? 5 Hence, all ye painted forms of joy, And leave my heart to mourn: I would devote these eyes to tears, Till chear'd by his return. 6 Look back, my Lord, and own the place, Where once thy temple stood; For lo, its ruins bear the mark Of rich atoning blood. Topics: Spirit Withdrawn; Spirit Withdrawn Scripture: Judges 16:20

A parting Hymn

Meter: 6.6.8.6 Appears in 2,272 hymnals First Line: Blest be the tie that binds Lyrics: 1 Blest be the tie that binds Our hearts in Christian love; The fellowship of kindred minds, Is like to that above. 2 Before our father's throne We pour our ardent pray'rs; Our fears, our hopes, our aims are one, Our comforts and our cares. 3 We share our mutual woes; Our mutual burdens bear; And often for each other flows The sympathizing tear. 4 When we asunder part, It gives us inward pain; But we shall still be join'd in heart, And hope to meet again. 5 This glorious hope revives Our courage by the way; While each in expectation lives, And longs to see the day. 6 From sorrow, toil, and pain, And sin, we shall be free; And perfect love and friendship reign Through all eternity. Topics: Parting Hymn; Parting Hymn

Love to our enemies from the example of Christ

Appears in 29 hymnals First Line: Aloud we sing the wond'rous grace Lyrics: 1 Aloud we sing the wond'rous grace, Christ to his murderers bare; which made the tottering cross its throne, And hung its trophies there. 2 "Father forgive," his mercy cry'd, With his expiring breath, And drew eternal blessings down On those who wrought his deat. 3 Jesus, this wond'rous love we sing, And whilst we sing admire; Breathe on our souls and kindle there, The same celestial fire. 4 Sway'd by thy dear example, Lord, For enemies we'll pray; with love their hatred we'll reward With blessings we'll repay. Topics: Christ Our example; Love to enemies; Christ Our example; Love to enemies Scripture: Luke 23:34

A prayer for the restoration of the divine presence

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 10 hymnals First Line: Blest Saviour, by thy pow'rful word Lyrics: 1 Blest Saviour, by thy pow'rful word, Once night was turn'd to day; And thy salvation joy restor'd, Which I had sin'd away. 2 'Twas then I wonder'd and ador'd, To see thy grace divine; I felt thy love, I prais'd the Lord, Who made such blessings mine. 3 Wilt thou not still vouchsafe to own A wretch so vile as I? May I not still approach thy throne, And Abba father cry? 4 Lord, speak a gracious word again, And cheer my drooping heart, No voice but thine can soothe my pain, Or bid my fears depart. Topics: Light Prayed for restoration

A Prayer for the promised rest in Christ

Appears in 17 hymnals First Line: Dear friend of guilty sinners, hear Lyrics: 1 Dear friend of guilty sinners, hear, And magnify thy grace divine; Pardon a worm that would draw near, And make his heart to thee resign, A worm, by guilt and sin distrest, That pants to reach the promis'd rest. 2 With holy fear, and rev'rend love, I long to lie beneath thy throne; In thee to live, in thee to move, And stay myself on thee alone: Teach me to lean upon thy breast, To find in thee the promis'd rest. 3 Sure, Lord, thou wilt thy servants keep, And bless them with thy gracious smiles, A gentle shepherd of thy sheep, to guard them from the tempter's wiles; How calm their state, how truly blest, Who trust in thee for promis'd rest. 4 Take me, dear Saviour, for thine own, And make me love thy righteous case; Be thou my portion, Lord, alone, And bend me to obey thy laws: Let me in thy dear arms be blest, And find in thee the promis'd rest! Topics: Prayer For rest in Christ; Prayer For rest in Christ

Rejoice with trembling in hope of heaven

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 32 hymnals First Line: I was a grov'ling creature once Lyrics: 1 I was a grov'ling creature once, And basely cleav'd to earth; I wanted wisdom to renounce The clod that gave me birth. 2 But God hath spoke from heav'n above, And blest a guilty worm; Hath giv'n the wings of joy and love To seek an Angel's form. 3 With these to Pisgah's top I fly, And there delighted stand; I hear the promise from on high, And view the glorious land. 4 Blest Lord of all the vast domain, This promise is to me; The length, the breadth, and all the plain, And more than faith can see. 5 Though comforting this gracious pledge, To thee for help I call, For still I stand on Pisgah's edge: O save me lest I fall! 6 Though much exalted by the Lord, My strength is not my own; O let me tremble at his word, Then none shall cast me down. Topics: Joy In hope of heaven; Joy In hope of heaven

Christian Self-denial

Appears in 138 hymnals First Line: And must I part with all I have Lyrics: 1 And must I part with all I have, My dearest Lord for thee? It is but right since thou hast done Much more than this for me. 2 Yes, let it go--one look from thee Will more than make amends, For all the losses I sustain Of credit, riches, friends. 3 Ten thousand worlds, then thousand lives, How worthless they appear, Compar'd with thee, supremely good, Divinely bright and fair! 4 Saviour of souls, could I from thee A single smile obtain, Tho' destitute of all things else, I'd glory in my gain. Topics: Self-Denial; Self-Denial Scripture: Luke 9:23

Encouragement to trust and love God

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 474 hymnals First Line: Thro' all the changing scenes of life Topics: God Trust in Scripture: Psalm 34

Belshazzar, or the sinner trembling

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 24 hymnals First Line: Poor sinners! little do they think Lyrics: 1 Poor sinners! little do they think With whom they have to do! But stand securely on the brink Of everlasting woe. 2 Chaldea's king profanely bold, The Lord of Hosts defy'd. But vengeance soon his boasts control'd, And humbled all his pride. 3 He saw a hand upon the wall, (And trembled on his throne) Which wrote his sudden dreadful fall In characters unknown. 4 See him o'erwhelm'd with deep distress! His eyes with anguish roll; His looks and loosen'd joints express The terrors of his soul. 5 His pomp, and music, guests and wine, No more delight afford. O sinners, e'er this ease be thine, Begin to seek the Lord. 6 The law like this hand writing stands, And speaks the wrath of God; But Jesus answers its demands, And cancels it with blood. Topics: Sinner Trembling Scripture: Daniel 5:5-6

The grieved spirit entreated not to depart

Appears in 396 hymnals First Line: Stay, thou insulted Spirit, stay Topics: Spirit Intreated not to depart; Spirit Intreated not to depart Scripture: Psalm 51:11

Sin bewailed

Appears in 709 hymnals First Line: Come, my soul, thy suit prepare Lyrics: 1 Come, my soul, thy suit prepare, Jesus loves to answer pray'r; He himself has bid thee pray, Rise and ask without delay. 2 With my burden I begin, Lord, remove this load of sin! Let thy blood, for sinners spilt, Set my conscience free from guilt. 3 Lord! I come to thee for rest, Take possession of my breast; There thy blood-bought right maintain, And without a rival reign. 4 As the image in the glass Answers the beholder's face; Thus unto my heart appear, Print thine own resemblance there. 5 While I am a pilgrim here, Let Thy love my spirit cheer; As my guide, my guard, my Friend, Lead me to my journey's end. 6 Shew me what I have to do, Ev'ry hour my strength renew; Let me live a life of faith, Let me live the people's death. Topics: Sin Bewailed; Sin Bewailed Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5

Faith's review and expectation

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 1,418 hymnals First Line: Amazing grace! (how sweet the sound) Lyrics: 1 Amazing grace! (how sweet the sound) That sav'd a wretch like me! I once was lost, but now am found, Was blind, but now I see. 2 'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, And grace my fears reliev'd; How precious did that grace appear The hour I first believ'd! 3 Thro' many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come; 'Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, And grace will lead me home. 4 The Lord has promis'd good to me, His word my hope secures; He will my shield and portion be, As long as life endures. 5 Yes, when this flesh and heart shall fail, And mortal life shall cease; I shall possess within the vzil, A life of joy and peace. 6 The earth shall soon dissolve like snow, The sun forbear to shine; But God, who call'd me here below, Will be forever mine. Topics: Faith Its review and expectaion; Faith Its review and expectaion

A Prayer of the sick Soul

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 20 hymnals First Line: Thou great Physician of the soul Lyrics: 1 Thou great Physician of the soul, To thee I bring my case; My raging malady control, And heal me by thy grace. 2 Help me to state my whole complaint, But where shall I begin? Nor words, nor thoughts, can fully paint That worst distemper, sin. 3 It lies not in a single part, But through my frame is spread; A burning fever in my heart, A palsy in my head. 4 It makes me deaf, and dumb, and blind, And impotent and lame; It overclouds, and fills my mind, With folly, fear, and shame. 5 A thousand evil thoughts intrude, Tumultuous in my breast; Which indispose me for my food, And rob me of my rest. 6 Lord, I am sick, regard my cry, And set my spirit free; Say, canst thou let a sinner die, Who longs to live to thee. Topics: Prayer Of the sick soul; Prayer Of the sick soul

O that I were as in months past

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 342 hymnals First Line: Sweet was the time when first I felt Lyrics: 1 Sweet was the time when first I felt The Saviour's pard'ning blood Apply'd to cleanse my soul from guilt, And bring me home to God. 2 Soon as the morn the light reveal'd His praises tun'd my tongue; And when the ev'ning shades prevail'd, His love was all my song. 3 In pray'r my soul drew near the Lord, And saw his glory shine; And when I read his holy word, I call'd each promise mine. 4 But now when ev'ning shade prevails, My soul in darkness mourns; And when the morn the light reveals, No light to me returns. 5 My pray'rs are now a chatt'ring noise, For Jesus hides his face; I read, the promise meets my eyes, But will not reach my case. 6 Rise, Lord, now help me to prevail, And make my soul thy care; I know thy mercy cannot fail, Let me that mercy share. Topics: Light Desired; Light Desired; Christian Desiring a return of light Scripture: Job 29:2

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