The New Church Hymnal ‎#457

457. He Brought Me Out

1 My heart was distressed 'neath Jehovah's dread frown,
And low in the pit where my sins dragged me down;
I cried to the Lord from the deep miry clay,
Who tenderly bro't me out to golden day.

Refrain:
He bro't me out of the miry clay,
He set my feet on the Rock to stay;
He puts a song in my soul today,
A song of praise, hallelujah!

2 He placed me upon the strong Rock by His side,
My steps were established and here I'll abide;
No danger of falling while here I remain,
But stand by his grace until the crown I gain. [Refrain]

3 He gave me a song, 'twas a new song of praise;
By day and by night its sweet notes I will raise;
My heart's overflowing, I'm happy and free;
I'll praise my Redeemer, who has rescued me. [Refrain]

4 I'll sing of His wonderful mercy to me,
I'll praise Him till all men his goodness shall see;
I'll sing of salvation at home and abroad,
Till many shall hear the truth and trust in God. [Refrain]

5 I'll tell of the pit, with its gloom and despair.
I'll praise the dear Father, who answered my prayer;
I'll sing my new song, the glad story of love,
Then join in the chorus with the saints above. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: My heart was distressed 'neath Jehovah's dread frown
• Title: He Brought Me Out
• Author: Henry J. Zelley
• Author (chorus): Henry L. Gilmour
• Refrain First Line: He bro't me out of the miry clay
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1976
• Topic: The Christian Life: Invitation; Evangelism; Salvation; Victory

Tune Information

• Name: [My heart was distressed 'neath Jehovah's dread frown]
• Composer: Henry L. Gilmour
• Key: E♭ Major