A Collection of Hymns and A Liturgy ‎#44

44. God is a spirit, just and wise

1 God is a Spirit, just and wise;
He sees our inmost mind.
In vain to heav'n we raise our cries,
And leave our souls behind.

2 Nothing but truth before his throne
With honour can appear;
The painted hypocrites are known
Through the disguise they wear.

3 Their lifted eyes salute the skies,
Their bending knees the ground:
But God abhors the sacrifice,
Where not the heart is found.

4 Lord! search my thoughts, and try my ways,
And make my soul sincere:
Then shall I stand before thy face,
And find acceptance there.

Text Information

• First Line: God is a spirit, just and wise
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1814
• Topic: Character and Perfections of God

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