3. Father of mercies, in thy word

1 Father of mercies, in thy word
What endless glory shines!
For ever be thy name ador'd
For these celestial lines.

2 Here may the wretched sons of want
Exhaustless riches find;
Riches, above what earth can grant,
And lasting as the mind.

3 Here the fair tree of knowledge grows,
And yields a free repast,
Sublimer sweets that nature knows
Invite the longing taste.

4 Here, the Redeemer's welcome voice
Spreads heav'nly peace around;
And life and everlasting joys
Attend the blissful sound.

5 O may these heav'nly pages be
My ever dear delight;
And still new beauties may I see,
And still increasing light!

6 Divine Instructor, gracious Lord!
Be Thou for ever near.
Teach me to love thy sacred word,
And view my Saviour there.

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First Line: Father of mercies, in thy word
Meter: C. M.
Publication Date: 1828
Topic: The Means of Grace: The Word of God; The Scriptures; The Scriptures inspired
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