The Christian Hymnary. Bks. 1-4 ‎#439

439. Witness Ye Men and Angels

1 Witness, ye men and angels, now,
Before the Lord we speak;
To Him we make our solemn vow,
A vow we dare not break.

2 That, long as life itself shall last,
Ourselves to Christ we yield;
Nor from His cause will we depart,
Or ever quit the field.

3 We trust not in our native strength,
But on His grace rely,
That with returning wants, the Lord
Will all our needs supply.

4 Let plenteous grace descend on us
Who, hoping in Thy Word,
This day have solemnly declared
That Jesus is our Lord.

5 Lord, guide our doubtful feet aright,
And keep us in Thy ways;
And while we turn our vows to prayers,
Turn Thou our prayers to praise.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Witness, ye men and angels, now
• Title: Witness Ye Men and Angels
• Author: Benjamin Beddome, 1717-1795
• Meter: C.M. 8.6.8.6.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1972
• Scripture:
  Deuteronomy 23:21
• Topic: Book One: Hymns, Songs, Chorales; Ordinances: Baptism
• Notes: When thou shalt vow a vow unto the Lord … thou shalt not slack to pay it. Deut. 23:21.

Tune Information

• Name: DUNDEE
• Meter: C.M. 8.6.8.6.
• Key: F Major
• Source: Scottish Psalter, 1615
• Notes: M.M. 66