53a. Dwelling with God

1 The earth for ever is the Lord's
With Adam's numerous race:
He rais'd its arches o'er the floods,
And built it on the seas.

2 But who among the sons of men
May visit thine abode?
He that has hands from mischief clean,
Whose heart is right with God.

3 This is the man may rise and take
The blessings of his grace;
This is the lot of those that seek
The God of Jacob's face.

4 Now let our souls' immortal pow'rs,
To meet the Lord prepare,
Lift up their everlasting doors,
The king of glory's near.

5 The king of glory! who can tell
The wonders of his might?
He rules the nations; but to dwell
With saints is his delight.

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First Line: The earth for ever is the Lord's
Title: Dwelling with God
Meter: Common Metre
Language: English
Publication Date: 1791
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