The Psalms of David ‎#238a

238a. The Saints Trial and Safety; or, moderated Afflictions

1 Firm and unmov'd are they
That rest their Souls on GOD;
Firm as the Mount where David dwelt,
Or where the Ark abode.

2 As Mountains stood to guard
The City's sacred Ground,
So GOD, and his Almighty Love
Embrace his Saints around.

3 What though the Father's Rod
Drop a chastising Stroke,
Yet, lest it wound their Souls too deep,
Its Fury shall be broke.

4 Deal gently, Lord, with those
Whose Faith and pious Fear,
Whose Hope, and Love, and ev'ry grace,
Proclaim their Hearts sincere.

5 Nor shall the Tyrant's Rage
Too long oppress the Saint;
The GOD of Isr'el will support
His Children, lest they faint.

6 But if our slavish Fear
Will chuse the Road to Hell,
We must expect our Portion there,
Where bolder Sinners dwell.

Text Information

• First Line: Firm and unmov'd are they
• Title: The Saints Trial and Safety; or, moderated Afflictions
• Meter: Short Metre
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1740
• Scripture:
  Psalm 125
• Topic: Afflicted: moderated; Grace: tried by afflictions

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