The Psalms and Hymns of Isaac Watts I.113. How large the promise, how divine

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I.112

The Psalms and Hymns of Isaac Watts‎#I.113

I.114

Text:	Hymn 113
Author:	Isaac Watts

I.113. Hymn 113

Full Text

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

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

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.

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

Text Information
First Line:	How large the promise, how divine
Title:	Hymn 113
Author:	Isaac Watts
Meter:	C. M.
Language:	English
Publication Date:	1806
Scripture:	Genesis 17:7 ; Romans 15:8 ; Mark 10:14