Psalms, carefully suited to the Christian worship in the United States of America ‎#251b

251b. The excellence and variety of scripture

1 Lord, I have made thy word my choice,
My lasting heritage;
There shall my noblest pow'rs rejoice,
My warmest thoughts engage.

2 I'll read the hist'ries of thy love,
And keep thy laws in sight,
While through the promises I rove,
With ever-fresh delight.

3 'Tis a broad land of wealth unknown,
Where springs of life arise;
Seeds of immortal bliss are sown,
And hidden glory lies.

4 The best relief that mourners have,
It makes our sorrows bless'd;
Our fairest hope beyond the grave,
And our eternal rest.

Text Information

• First Line: Lord, I have made thy word my choice
• Title: The excellence and variety of scripture
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1791
• Scripture:
  Psalm 119:111
• Notes: Eighth part, paraphrase

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