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CCLXXXVIII. Perplexity relieved

1 Anxious, I strove to find the way
Which to salvation led;
I listen'd long, I try'd to pray,
And heard what many said.

2 When some of joys and comforts told,
I fear'd that I was wrong;
For I was stupid, dead, and cold,
Had neither joys nor song.

3 The Lord my lab'ring heart reliev'd,
And made my burden light;
Then for a moment I believ'd,
And thought that all was right.

4 Of fierce temptations others talk'd,
Of anguish and dismay;
Thro' what distresses they had walk'd,
Before they found the way.

5 Ah! then I thought my hopes were vain,
For I had liv'd at ease;
I wish'd for all my fears again,
To make me more like these.

6 I had my wish, the Lord disclos'd
The evils of my heart;
And left my naked soul expos'd
To Satan's fiery dart.

7 Alas! I cry'd in deep despair,
Borne down with fearful pain!
How can I these fierce terrors bear,
And who will now sustain!

8 Again my Saviour brought me aid,
And when he set me free,
"Trust simply on my word," he said,
"And leave the rest to me."

Text Information

• First Line: Anxious, I strove to find the way
• Title: Perplexity relieved
• Meter: C.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1799

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