A Book of Hymns for Public and Private Devotion (15th ed.) ‎#206

206. The Strength of the Erring

Yes! prayer is strong, and God is good;
Man is not made for endless ill;
The offending soul, in darkest mood,
Hath yet a hope, a refuge still.

Thou, God, wilt hear; these pangs are meant
To heal the spirit, not destroy;
And even remorse, for chastening sent,
When Thou commandest, works for joy.

Text Information

• First Line: Yes! prayer is strong, and God is good
• Title: The Strength of the Erring
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1866
• Notes: Now Public Domain.

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