The Psalms and Hymns of Isaac Watts ‎#II.151

II.151. Hymn 151

'Twas by an order from the Lord
The ancient prophets spoke his word;
His Spirit did their tongues inspire,
And warmed their hearts with heav'nly fire.

The works and wonders which they wrought
Confirmed the messages they brought;
The prophet's pen succeeds his breath,
To save the holy words from death.

Great God, mine eyes with pleasure look
On the dear volume of thy book;
There my Redeemer's face I see,
And read his name who died for me.

Let the false raptures of the mind
Be lost, and vanish in the wind;
Here I can fix my hope secure;
This is thy word, and must endure.

Text Information

• First Line: 'Twas by an order from the Lord
• Title: Hymn 151
• Author: Isaac Watts
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1806
• Notes: Now Public Domain.

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