Doctor Watts's imitation of the Psalms of David, to which is added a collection of hymns; the whole applied to the state of the Christian Church in general (3rd ed.) ‎#208b

208b. An Hosannah for the Lord's-Day; or, A new song of Salvation by Christ

1 See what a living stone
The builders did refuse;
Yet God hath built his church thereon
In spite of envious Jews.

2 The scribe and angry priest
Reject thine only Son;
Yet on this rock shall Zion rest,
As the chief corner-stone.

3 The work, O Lord, is thine,
And wondrous in our eyes:
This day declares it all divine,
This day did Jesus rise.

4 This is the glorious day
That our Redeemer made;
Let all rejoice and sing, and pray,
Let all the church be glad.

5 Hosannah to the king
Of David's royal blood:
Bless him, ye saints, he comes to bring
Salvation from your God.

6 We bless thine holy word
Which all this grace displays;
And offer at your altar, Lord,
Our sacrifice of praise.

Text Information

• First Line: See what a living stone
• Title: An Hosannah for the Lord's-Day; or, A new song of Salvation by Christ
• Meter: Short Metre
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1786
• Scripture:
  Psalm 118:22-27
• Topic: Children: made blessings; Christ: the church's foundation; Christ: his resurrection on the Lord's day; Church: built on Jesus Christ; Deliverance: from death; Hosanna: for the Lord's day; Lord's day: psalm; Praise: for eminent Deliverance; Public Praise: for private Mercies; Public Thanks for private Mercies

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