Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs ‎#CCCXV

CCCXV. At the Dedication of Children

1 How large the promise! how divine,
To Abrah'm and his seed!
I'll be a God to thee and thine,
Supplying all their need.

2 The words of his extensive love
From age to age endure;
The angel of the cov'nant proves,
And seals, the blessing sure.

3 Jesus the ancient faith confirms,
To our great Fathers giv'n;
He takes young children to his arms,
And calls them heirs of heav'n.

4 Our God, how faithful are his ways!
His love endures the same;
Nor from the promise of his grace
Blots out the childrens' name.

Text Information

• First Line: How large the promise! how divine
• Title: At the Dedication of Children
• Author: Watts
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1792
• Scripture:
  Matthew 18:3
  ;
  Matthew 18:10
  ;
  Genesis 17:7
  ;
  Romans 15:8
  ;
  Mark 10:14
• Topic: Miscellaneous Hymns for Sundry Occasions

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