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.) ‎#215a

215a. Excellency and Variety of Scripture

1 Lord, I have made thy word my choice,
My lasting heritage;
There shall my noblest powers rejoice,
My warmest thoughts engage.

2 I'll read the histories of thy love,
And keep thy laws in sight,
While through the promises I rove,
With ever-fresh delight.

3 'Tis a broad land of wealth unknown,
Where springs of life arise,
Seeds of immortal bliss are sown,
And hidden glory lies.

4 The best relief that mourners have,
It makes our sorrows blest;
Our fairest hope beyond the grave,
And our eternal rest.

Text Information

• First Line: Lord, I have made thy word my choice
• Title: Excellency and Variety of Scripture
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1786
• Scripture:
  Psalm 119:111
• Topic: Counsel and Support form God; Law of God: Delight in in; Persecutors: punished; Delight: in the law of God; Scripture: variety and excellency
• Notes: Eighth Part

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