Hymns, Selected and Original ‎#503

503. Away from ev'ry mortal care

1 Away from ev'ry mortal care,
Away from earth, our souls retreat;
We leave this worthless world afar,
And wait and worship near thy seat.

2 Lord, in the temple of thy grace,
We bow before thee and adore;
We view the glories of thy face,
And learn the wonders of thy pow'r.

3 Whilst here our various wants we mourn,
United pray'rs ascend on high;
And faith expects a sure return
Of blessings in variety.

4 Father! my soul would still abide;
Or, if my feet must hence depart,
Still keep me, Father, near thy side,
Still keep thy dwelling in my heart.

Text Information

• First Line: Away from ev'ry mortal care
• Meter: L. M.
• Publication Date: 1828
• Topic: Preparation for Worship; The Means of Grace: Public Worship
• Notes: Now Public Domain.

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