Book of Worship (Rev. ed.) 24. Away from ev'ry mortal care

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Book of Worship (Rev. ed.)‎#24

Text:

Away from ev'ry mortal care

1 Away from ev'ry mortal care,
Away from earth, our souls retreat;
We leave this worthless world afar,
And wait and worship near Thy seat.

2 Lord, in the temples of Thy grace,
We bow before Thee and adore;
We view the glories of Thy face,
And learn the wonders of Thy power.

3 Whilst here our various wants we mourn,
United prayers ascend on high;
And faith expects a sure return
From Him who hears our feeble cry.

4 Father! my soul would here abide;
Or, if my feet must hence depart,
Still keep me, Father, near Thy side,
Still keep Thy dwelling in my heart.

Text Information
First Line:	Away from ev'ry mortal care
Meter:	L. M.
Language:	English
Publication Date:	1870
Topic:	Praise: hymns of genearl praise; Worship: hymns of opening
Notes:	Author from index: Watts