The Hartford Selection of Hymns ‎#CCXVIII

CCXVIII. Benefit of afflictions

1 Break thro' the clouds, dear Lord, and shine,
Let us perceive thee nigh!
And to each mourning child of thine,
These gracious words apply.

2 "Let not my children slight the stroke,
I for chastisement send;
Nor faint beneath my kind rebuke,
For I am still their friend.

3 "The wicked I perhaps may leave
Awhile and not reprove;
But all the children I receive,
I scourge because I love.

4 "I see your hearts at present fill'd
With grief and deep distress;
But soon these bitter seeds shall yield
The fruits of righteousness."

Text Information

• First Line: Break thro' the clouds, dear Lord, and shine
• Title: Benefit of afflictions
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1799
• Scripture:
  Hebrews 12:5-11
• Topic: Benefit of afflictions

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