The Book of Worship ‎#342

342. Thou art my portion, Oh my God!

1 Thou art my portion, Oh my God!
Soon as I know Thy way,
My heart makes haste t' obey Thy word,
And suffers no delay.

2 I choose the path of heavenly truth,
And glory in my choice;
Not all the riches of the earth
Could make me so rejoice.

3 The testimonies of Thy grace
I set before mine eyes:
Thence I derive my daily strength,
And there my comfort lies.

4 Whene'er I wander from Thy path,
I think upon my ways;
Then turn my feet to Thy commands,
And trust Thy pardoning grace.

5 Now I am Thine, for ever Thine:
O save Thy servant, Lord!
Thou art my shield, my hiding-place;
My hope is in Thy word.

6 Thou hast inclined this heart of mine
Thy statutes to fulfil;
And thus till mortal life shall end
Would I perform Thy will.

Text Information

• First Line: Thou art my portion, Oh my God!
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1867
• Topic: Man a Saint: Steadfast and Abounding in Grace

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