The Psalms and Hymns of Dr. Watts ‎#135

135. How oft have sin and Satan strove

How oft have sin and Satan strove
To rend my soul from thee, my God!
But everlasting is thy love,
And Jesus seals it with his blood.

The oath and promise of the Lord
Join to confirm the wondrous grace;
Eternal power performs the word,
And fills all heav'n with endless praise.

Amidst temptations sharp and long,
My soul to this dear refuge flies;
Hope is my anchor, firm and strong,
While tempests blow and billows rise.

The gospel bears my spirit up;
A faithful and unchanging God
Lays the foundation for my hope
In oaths, and promises, and blood.

Text Information

• First Line: How oft have sin and Satan strove
• Author: Isaac Watts
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1835
• Scripture:
  Hebrews 6:17-19
  ;
  Psalm 65
• Topic: Prayer: heard; Providence: in air, earth, and sea; God: his being, attributes, and providence; Gentiles: church; Blessings: of the country; God: of nature and grace; Praise: and prayer public; Praise: for rain; Prayer: and praise, public; Psalm: for husbandmen; Public: prayer and praise; Rain from heaven; Seasons of the year; Spring: and summer; Spring: of the year; Summer; Weather
• Notes: Now Public Domain.

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