The Hymnbook ‎#396

396. O Gracious God, Forsake Me Not

1 O gracious God, forsake me not
When I am old and gray,
That unto those that follow me
I may Thy might display.

2 Thy perfect righteousness, O God,
The height of heaven exceeds;
O who is like to Thee, who hast
Performed such mighty deeds?

3 Thou who hast sent me many griefs
Wilt yet my soul restore,
And out of sorrow's lowest depths
Wilt bring me forth once more.

4 O turn again and comfort me,
My waning strength increase,
And for Thy faithfulness, O God,
My praise shall never cease.

5 Thou Holy One of Israel,
To Thee sweet songs I raise;
The soul Thou hast redeemed from death
Shall give Thee joyful praise.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: O gracious God, forsake me not
• Title: O Gracious God, Forsake Me Not
• Meter: C. M.
• Publication Date: 1955
• Scripture:
  Psalm 71:18-24
• Topic: Comfort; God: Strength and Refuge; Prayer; Life in Christ: Prayer and Intercession
• Source: The Psalter, 1912

Tune Information

• Name: MARTYRDOM (AVON)
• Composer: Hugh Wilson (1825)
• Meter: C. M.
• Key: A♭ Major