African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal ‎#330

330. Try Us, O God

1 Try us, O God, and search the ground
Of every sinful heart;
Whate’er of sin in us is found,
O bid it all depart!

2 When to the right or left we stray,
Leave us not comfortless;
But guide our feet into the way
Of everlasting peace.

3 Help us to help each other, Lord,
Each other’s cross to bear;
Let each his friendly aid afford,
And feel his brother’s care.

4 Help us to build each other up,
Our little stock improve;
Increase our faith, confirm our hope,
And perfect us in love.

5 Up unto Thee, our living Head,
Let us in all things grow,
Till Thou hast made us free indeed,
And spotless here below.

6 Then, when the mighty work is wrought,
Receive Thy ready bride:
Give us in heaven a happy lot
With all the sanctified.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Try us, O God, and search the ground
• Title: Try Us, O God
• Author: Charles Wesley, 1707-1788
• Meter: CM
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2011
• Scripture:
  Psalm 139:23
  ;
  1 John 1:9
• Topic: The Christian Life: Prayer and Intercession; Trials
• Notes: Alternate tune: MARTYRDOM

Tune Information

• Name: ARLINGTON
• Composer: Thomas A. Arne, 1710-1778
• Meter: CM
• Key: F Major or modal
• Notes: Higher key (G), No. 171